Fab and Fruity Dinner Party Menu | Celebrating 100

Raspberry Red Wine Spritzers are the perfect complement to a satisfying meal. Tart yet sweet raspberries balance with the lightness of seltzer and is rounded out with a generous portion of rich red wine. Top off with sprigs of rosemary to complete this simple spritzer.

Sipping on ice-cold lemonade on a hot day is the epitome of summer in the south. Get your hands on a bag of fresh juicy lemons and create amazing easy homemade lemonade to enjoy all summer long.

Light and refreshing, this Fresh Citrus Summer Salad will be the centerpiece or your next picnic or potluck. Topped with a honey drizzle and tangy goat cheese, this fruit salad combines a multitude of flavors to create a satisfyingly sweet salad.

A light and delicious salsa to snack on is never a bad idea in my mind! The colors are vibrant, the flavors are fresh, and it actually can be kind of healthy for you! (If you don’t factor in the bag of chips that gets devoured alongside it  ) Add a hint of sweetness to a basic tomato salsa to create this tasty blueberry salsa!

Mango Chile Chicken is a Thai-inspired dish that is bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. Juicy grilled chicken is first marinated in a chile lime and mango-based sauce that will have you licking your fingers clean. If you’re looking for a simple weeknight meal to spice up your routine, look no further.

Brighten up your mood with Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs! Pineapple’s bright bursts of tropical flavor pair flawlessly with various veggies and marinated chicken stacked high on skewers. Bring the taste of Hawaii to your home with this easy recipe the entire family will love!

Few things are the worth the hassle of deseeding a pomegranate, but this side dish is one of them! Pomegranate Basmati Rice is filled with the subtle sweetness of pomegranate arils that burst with each bite. Hints of ginger and cilantro complement the sweet with a little savory, creating an incredible combination of flavors. This side dish is sure to satisfy and have you coming back for seconds.

For our purposes we are classifying bell peppers as a fruit, as they rightfully are!

Mmm, Mexican food holds a special place in my heart. It isn’t always the easiest to find a healthy option, but these Mexican Sauteed Vegetables will do the trick! Filled with flavor and nutrients, these veggies are the perfect side dish for rice-heavy meals or stuffed in a tortilla! 

Dessert nachos are a must next time your sugar cravings hit. Strawberry Dessert Nachos with Cinnamon Chips is a simple shareable dish that you’ll want to keep all to yourself! Crispy cinnamon chips are topped with juicy strawberries, drizzled with oozing chocolate, and finished with puffs of whipped cream and fresh mint. After taking one bite of these you’ll be wishing one platter would be one serving 

Here in the south, we ADORE our fresh peaches. I love biting into a bright pink peach and slurping up the sweet juice that spills out before it runs down your face and your arms. This summer, turn your peaches into a Fresh Peach and Oat Crumble, a delectable dessert that you can enjoy for years to come.

A can’t-miss dessert at this summer’s cookout is Very Berry No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream! Homemade vanilla ice cream couldn’t be easier with this 3-ingredient, no churn recipe. The addition of 4 kinds of berries creates a patriotic treat for all ages that helps beat the heat!

Mixed Berry Cast Iron Cobbler deserves a spot on the table at your next cookout! With a homemade lattice crust and an assortment of ripe berries, this cast iron cobbler is the picture-perfect dish to show off your baking skills. Indulge the whole family on a hot, summer day with this dessert that’s sure to please!