12 Recipe Ideas for the 4th of July

Happy (almost) 4th of July weekend to all of my fellow Americans!

Despite the adversities that we as a country face (ahem, one of which is a certain person who has diarrhea of the mouth running for president), I’m proud to be an America. I’m proud to live in a country where a woman like me can be whoever she wants to be.

Looking for 4th of July recipe ideas? In honor of our celebration of independence, today I’m sharing 12 recipes that make a great fit to whip up over this long holiday weekend!

#1. Let’s kick this list off with my most patriotic looking recipe: red, white & blueberry pancakes!

Made with oats, banana, and ground flaxseed, and topped with a maple blueberry sauce, fresh strawberries & shredded coconut, these pancakes are a dreamy holiday brunch idea for this weekend. {vegan + gluten free}

#2. Need an easy appetizer idea to bring to a get together? Try this yummy lemon twist hummus! Bring a batch with some pita chips & veggie dippers. {vegan + gluten free}

#3. Wanna go a little fancier than lemon hummus? Try this Mediterranean dip – lemon hummus with a layer of feta + veggies on top! {gluten free}

#4. Spice up your burgers with this tropical avocado fruit salsa. {vegan + gluten free}

#5. This Greek pasta salad is a light, easy addition to any BBQ!

#6. This white bean bruschetta is whipped up by spreading cannellini bean hummus on toasted fresh bread, then topping with a tomato mixture.

#7. This watermelon, feta & mint salad is a unique way to enjoy America’s favorite summertime fruit. {gluten free}

#8. Turn your corn on the cob up a notch by eating it avocado-smashed style. The recipe was just posted earlier this week here! {vegan + gluten free}

#9. These chocolate peanut butter brown rice crispy squares are sure to be a people pleasing dessert with both adults and kiddos! {vegan + gluten free}

#10. These mini pretzel twists with honey mustard dipping sauce are one of my favorite creations of 2016 thus far. They’d make a great appetizer for a 4th of July gathering!

#11. This easy chocolate Greek yogurt fruit dip recipe is the type of dish that people just keep eating & eating. I’m definitely a sucker for fruit dips, and am especially digging sweet nectarines right now! {gluten free}

#12. Tomato, artichoke & spinach pizza bites remind me of healthified Bagel Bites! These small bites are a fun way to get your veggies in.

Tell me… What are you planning on whipping up in the kitchen (or in the backyard) this weekend?