Fresh Peach & Goat Cheese Ice Cream

Celebrate summer with scoop of this fresh peach and goat cheese ice cream: it’s bright and peachy with vanilla and almond extracts and just a hint of tangy goat cheese flavor.

Eggless ice creams are a breeze to make and even easier to eat: this one only requires a quick whir in the blender before churning, no heat required.

I’ve been on an ice cream kick this summer, especially now that the summer heat has hit with a vengeance. From toast & jam ice cream to strawberry funfetti ice cream cake, my ice cream machine has gotten plenty of exercise these past few months (I’ve actually got another ice cream recipe in the chute as well, one with a very interesting flavor you might raise your eyebrow at first, but trust me, it’s a good one. Alas, in an effort to spread things out and alternate some savory recipes in there too, you may have to wait a few weeks for that one).

This recipe uses a similar ice cream base as the strawberry buttermilk ice cream I used in my funfetti ice cream cake, simply swapping peaches for strawberries and goat cheese instead of the buttermilk.

Best of all, this ice cream is easy as pie (so the saying goes but honestly, pie is anything but easy, easy as eggless ice cream is much more apt). Simply blend up all the ingredients in a food processor or blender and pour it right into your ice cream maker. No eggs, no tempering, no fuss.

Sometimes I opt to chill my base a bit more before churning (colder base = faster churn time = creamier ice cream), but if all your ingredients are pretty cold to begin with, you have permission to go straight from blender to ice cream maker.

The goat cheese is not an overpowering flavor, rather just a hint, enough to give it some body and tang without veering into funky territory (Taylor was worried about this when I first posed the idea, but trust me that he’s more than come around to it after tasting the final product). I do recommend using a mild goat cheese, we picked up a tub of fresh goat cheese at our local farmers market, and it was lovely. I feel like store bought cheeses, the kind in the plastic logs, are typically more pungent in flavor.

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50 Summer Recipes to Try This Season

Here are all the best summer recipes for your table! Load up on seasonal fresh tomatoes, zucchini, corn, and berries, and let’s get cooking.

Summer is the most exciting season for eating! With fresh seasonal produce and outdoor cooking on the grill, there are endless possibilities. To us, summer recipes utilize the best fresh produce, leverage the grill, and no-cook or minimal cook if at all possible. The recipes below highlight the best summer produce, including:

• Vegetables like tomatoes, corn, zucchini, summer squash, green beans, eggplant, and cucumber
• Herbs like basil, thyme, dill, and mint
• Fruits like watermelon, peaches, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries

Looking for something specific? Browse by Summer Dinners, Summer Side Dishes, Summer Salads, Summer Desserts, or Summer Cocktails. Otherwise…let’s get started.

And now…the best summer recipes to try this season!

Summer Tomato & Burrata Salad

This summer salad recipe is the best way to serve this rich and creamy cheese! Pair it with summer fruit or tomatoes, olive oil and sea salt.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

These grilled shrimp skewers are full of juicy flavor! The shrimp seasoning brings in just the right touch of savory and smoky.

Pesto Pasta

The best summer recipes are the simplest. Pesto pasta with homemade basil pesto, al dente noodles and a sprinkle of Parmesan? Perfection.

Easy Blueberry Cake

This easy blueberry cake recipe is stunning: it’s fluffy, lightly sweet, and scented with lemon. The perfect summer recipe for dessert or brunch!

Peach Salsa Recipe

This fresh peach salsa recipe is the ideal recipe for summer potlucks. Serve with tortilla chips, grilled fish, tacos, and more!

Easy Grilled Fish

This grilled tilapia is perfectly seasoned and easy to make! You’ll be amazed by the amount of flavor in this healthy summer dinner recipe. Also try grilled cod or grilled red snapper.

Three Bean Salad

Here’s how to make the best three bean salad recipe: a fresh spin on Grandma’s! It’s so easy to throw together for summer picnics and potlucks.

Grilled Corn in Foil

Here’s an easy way to cook corn on the cob: grilled corn in foil! Wrap it in aluminum foil and it’s mostly hands off while you grill the rest of the meal.

Broccoli Salad

A new and improved take on that classic summer broccoli salad! Crunchy and savory sweet, it stars broccoli, raisins, and a flavor-popping dressing.

Watermelon Sangria

Watermelon sangria has the best sweet flavor! A big pitcher made with this juicy fruit is perfect for summer entertaining.

Watermelon Salad with Feta

This summer watermelon salad recipe could not be more refreshing! It pairs sweet melon with salty feta, cucumber, fresh basil and lemon zest.

Best Veggie Burger

This mouthwatering veggie burger recipe is slathered with barbecue sauce and doesn’t fall apart on the grill! It’s truly the best you’ll find.

Creamy Cucumber Salad

Here’s a refreshing summer side dish: creamy cucumber salad with sour cream! The silky sauce with dill and shallots brings an irresistible flavor.

Easy Zucchini Bread

This easy zucchini bread recipe will become a family favorite: it’s moistened by Greek yogurt and so fast to whip up.

Classic Strawberry Crumble

This strawberry crumble recipe is meant for summer evenings on the patio! The big berry flavor and oat topping make a recipe you’ll bake up again and again.

Perfect Zucchini Lasagna

We cracked the code to the best zucchini lasagna, great for summer's bounty! Roasted zucchini noodles and three cheeses make just the right Italian flavor.

Greek Salad

This authentic Greek salad is ideal for summer! It's packed with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumber, salty feta cheese, and briny olives: just like they make it in Greece!

Pesto Salmon

Bright green basil pesto is a natural fit with baked fish! This pesto salmon is an easy summer meal that also works to impress guests.

Caprese Salad

There’s nothing better than a fantastic Caprese salad in the summer! Pair perfectly ripe, juicy tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and peppery basil.

Lentil Sloppy Joes

This plant-packed Sloppy Joes recipe has a tangy lentil filling that’s full of flavor and nutrients! It’s a laid back summer dinner everyone will love.

Easy Raspberry Lemonade

This summery raspberry lemonade is easy to make and bursting with fresh flavor! It’s loads better than anything you can buy from the store.

Cherry Tomato Pasta

This cherry tomato pasta pairs sweet tomatoes blistered in a hot pan with fresh basil and Parmesan. An easy summer dinner idea that’s simply stunning!

Squash and Zucchini Casserole

This squash and zucchini casserole is a total crowd pleaser! A cozy summer side dish, it’s topped with crunchy breadcrumbs and Parmesan.

Fresh Cherry Limeade

Here’s a fresh spin on cherry limeade! Make this crowd pleasing summer drink by the glass, and you can adjust the flavors to taste.

Pesto Cavatappi

Pesto cavatappi is a fast and easy summer dinner recipe that’s full of big flavor! The pesto cream sauce comes together in minutes.

"Magic" Blueberry Cobbler

This easy blueberry cobbler has a little magic! As it bakes, the blueberries sink to the bottom and the batter forms a golden crust on top.

Antipasto Salad

This colorful antipasto salad is hearty and full of zingy flavor, with lots of crunchy veggies, olives, artichokes, cheese, and Italian herbs.

Grilled Bananas a La Mode

Grilled bananas is a summer dessert everyone will rave about! Flavored with maple, cinnamon and nutmeg, they’re even better topped with ice cream.

Perfect Grilled Salmon

Here’s how to make the absolute best grilled salmon! It’s perfectly tender and flavored with a magic seasoning blend that takes it to new heights.

Frose Recipe (Frozen Rosé)

The ideal summer recipe? Frose, aka frozen rosé wine! The one is all natural, featuring wine and strawberries.

Grilled Tomatoes

These mind-blowing grilled tomatoes are easy and packed with smoky, juicy flavor. Serve them with herbs for a sensational summer treat.

Classic Shrimp Boil

Here’s how to make that classic summer recipe: the shrimp boil! This easy meal of corn, potatoes and shrimp is perfect for a crowd. No plates required!

White Wine Spritzer

Here’s the easiest, most refreshing cocktail: a white wine spritzer! Add bubbles to your favorite wine to make the ideal summer drink.

Classic Strawberry Shortcake

Here’s how to make strawberry shortcake: the classic way! Tender, biscuit-like shortcakes meet sweet berries and fluffy homemade whipped cream.

Grilled Potatoes in Foil

These grilled potatoes in foil are so easy to make, and they’re always a hit! Throw them on and forget about them while you make the rest of the meal. Or, skip the foil and make Crispy Grilled Potatoes.

Classic Corn Salad

This easy corn salad is fresh and full of tangy flavor, with bursts of bright tomato and basil! The classic summer salad for BBQs and picnics. Use grilled corn for Grilled Corn Salad.

Grilled Green Beans

Here’s how to make the best grilled green beans! Each bite is tender with a burst of salty, charred flavor: they’re simply irresistible.

Best Coleslaw

This easy coleslaw recipe really is the best! The creamy, savory dressing and crunchy veggies make it totally irresistible.

Aperol Spritz

The classic Aperol spritz is the ideal summer recipe! It’s light and bubbly, with hints of citrus and herbs: one of the most refreshing mixed drinks of all time.

Tomato Basil Salad

This tomato basil salad captures the magic of the season! Marinate the flavors with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a recipe that’s pure summer. Also try Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad or Fresh Tomato Salad.

Italian Eggplant Sandwich

This Italian eggplant sandwich is bursting with flavor! Fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, and tapenade pair perfectly with eggplant.

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Here’s how to make the simplest, best grilled portobello mushrooms with big flavor! This method is fast and easy: no marinading time required.

Homemade Dill Pickles

Summer is time for dill pickles! Follow this easy, no fail tutorial to fill jars with the best tangy flavor and satisfying crunch.

Grilled Peaches

Grilled peaches are easy to make and full of sweet and smoky flavor! Top with vanilla ice cream for the perfect summer grilled dessert.

Tomato Basil Gnocchi

This tomato basil sheet pan gnocchi recipe is so easy: there’s no boiling required! Bake it up with pesto and prepare to be amazed.

Elote (Mexican Grilled Corn)

Elote is classic Mexican street corn, grilled and slathered in a irresistible sauce. This summer recipe has an added feature: built-in handles for easy eating!

Fresh Pico de Gallo

Use those summer tomatoes for homemade pico de gallo! Just 6 ingredients, it’s the ideal dip for tortilla chips and topping for fish or tacos.

Strawberry Summer Salad

This strawberry summer salad is just right for the season, with a tangy strawberry vinaigrette salad dressing, pecans, and juicy berries!

World's Best Peach Pie

This really is the world’s best peach pie recipe! Our prize winning family recipe features fresh peaches with a thick creamy custard and a salty crust.

Nicoise Salad Recipe

This French main dish salad is legendary: for good reason! Nicoise salad is protein-packed and makes a stunning summer lunch or dinner (glass of wine optional).

More summer inspiration

Try some of these ideas for more refreshing, delicious seasonal eats:

• The spritz is the best bubbly drink for cooling off: try these 7 Spritz Recipes
• In a rush? Make simple sauteed zucchini or sauteed green beans
• Eat plant-forward? Try our 20 Best Summer Vegetarian Recipes
• Got berries? Try this classic blackberry crisp, blackberry salad or blackberry margarita
• Growing a big basil plant? Try a gin basil smash or of course, basil pesto.

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50 Best Summer Recipes: Summer Salad & More!

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• Author: Sonja Overhiser
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 4
• Diet: Vegetarian

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This summer salad recipe is the best way to enjoy the season! Pair burrata or fresh mozzarella with summer fruit and fresh tomatoes.

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Ingredients

• 1 to 2 4-ounce balls burrata cheese or fresh mozzarella cheese
  Summer fruit: heirloom tomatoes, ripe peaches, watermelon, cantaloupe or honeydew, berries, etc (we used 2 peaches and 1 handful cherry tomatoes)
• 1 handful fresh basil leaves and thyme sprigs
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Chunky sea salt

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Instructions

1. Place 1 ball of cheese on the plate.
2. Surround it with the summer fruit (sliced tomatoes or peaches, or berries).
3. Top with torn basil leaves and other herbs. If desired, add torn pieces of another ball of cheese to add texture and visual appeal.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chunky sea salt. Serve immediately.

• Category: Salad
• Method: Fresh
• Cuisine: Summer

Keywords: Summer recipes

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