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Summertime is here and the snacking is easy! This is the season when the fruits and veggies are rolling into markets, making it easy and cost-effective to whip up delicious snacks with local ingredients. Some of our favorite local Texas ingredients are: blackberries, melon, apples, corn, peaches, tomatoes and cucumbers. From fresh fruits and vegetables to homemade popsicles, there are many awesome summer snack ideas to try this season. Here are 10 delicious summer snack ideas with some local flair.<\/p>\n
1. Pass The Sushi\u2019s Honeydew Popsicles<\/p>\n
The sweltering Texas heat begs for a few drippy honeydew popsicles to cool you down. Plus with only three ingredients, this treat is both delicious and easy.<\/p>\n
2. Lovely Little Kitchen\u2019s Chili Lime Sweet Corn Salad<\/p>\n
Fire roasted corn with a spicy, tangy, chili lime dressing. This corn salad makes for a delicious side or salsa for a Tex-Mex feast.<\/p>\n
3. Fruit Kebabs<\/p>\n
If the state fair has taught us anything, it\u2019s that everything tastes better on a stick! There\u2019s no right or wrong when it comes to this recipe. Take your favorite local fruits \u2013 like blackberries, cherries and apples \u2013 and line them up on a skewer.<\/p>\n
4. Caprese Salads by AllRecipes.com<\/p>\n
Caprese salads are the perfect dish for cooks in a hurry. It\u2019s also a great way to use the abundance of fresh tomatoes this time of year.<\/p>\n
5. BillyParisi.com\u2019s Caprese Salad<\/p>\n
Put even more of a local twist on the caprese salad by replacing the tomatoes with slices of sweet summer melon.<\/p>\n
6. Blackberries, Whipped Cream & Honey<\/p>\n
The recipe is as simple as the name. Indulge in the ripe local berries, serving them with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of honey.<\/p>\n
7. Turkey, White Cheddar & Apple Slices<\/p>\n
Who needs a cracker when you have crisp, local apples? Pile turkey and white cheddar onto an apple and take a bite out of summer!<\/p>\n
8. Cucumbers, Lime & Pepper<\/p>\n
Especially on a hot day, there\u2019s nothing like cooling down and staying hydrated with a big bowl of sliced cucumbers. Squeeze lime juice and add pepper for a spicy, zesty kick.<\/p>\n
9. Frozen Grapes<\/p>\n
Late summer is where local Texas grapes really shine. Pop them in the freezer for a cool treat on a hot day. 20-30 minutes in the freezer will make them \u201cvery cold\u201d, but not frozen solid, making them great for the little ones!<\/p>\n
10. Grilled Peaches!<\/p>\n
Servings of grilled peaches can be an excellent way to stay cooler, yet energized in summer. You can add vanilla ice cream to them to make them even tastier, but we prefer a sprinkling of bleu cheese and a slight drizzle of balsamic vinegar for a delicious stand-alone or side dish. Cinnamon and sugar also work amazingly well with grilled peaches!<\/p>\n
We invite you to share your favorite summer treat in the comments!<\/p>\n
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