Southern living recipes summer

These scrumptious Southern salads are bright and healthy with an insane amount of flavor. Seriously these are the only recipes you'll need this summer.

We recently asked our Facebook followers what they love to make during summer in the South. Based on the very enthusiastic responses, it's clear that this is prime time for home cooks to make the freshest most flavorful recipes. While it might be hot, it's also the ideal time to shop farm stands, farmer's markets, and local markets for in season fruits and vegetables. Here are the top recipes our readers like to make with summer's bounty.

Wow your brunch crowd with a decadent spin on [quiche](https://www.southernliving.com/dish/quiche/spring-quiche-recipes) made with lump crabmeat, sauteed spinach and leeks, and cream cheese for richness. Serve with a simple salad and [mimosas](https://www.southernliving.com/drinks/cocktails/how-to-make-blushing-mimosas-video) for a restaurant-worthy meal at home.

Squash casserole is welcome at potlucks, picnics, and holiday dinners everywhere. Its loved for its creamy sauce and crunchy, buttery cracker topping.

With just a handful of ingredients, anyone can whip up our Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler recipe, which begs to be served with a scoop of ice cream.

A Fourth Of July barbecue or cookout is simply not complete without classic side dishes like potato salad, baked beans, tomato salad, and more.

Consider this creamy, cheesy zucchini casserole the summertime version of the green bean casserole. It has all the crunch, too, thanks to Ritz crackers and fried onions.

This chicken enchilada recipe is made with rotisserie chicken, red enchilada sauce, and loads of cheese. Get the recipe for easy chicken enchiladas.

Celebrate Mom with our favorite Southern recipes, from Heirloom Tomato Pie to Lemon Roast Chicken to classic Coconut Chiffon Cake. Here are 40 mother-daughter recipes to make together this Mother's Day. #mothersday #mothersdaydinner #mothersdaybrunch #mothersdayrecipes #southernrecipes

A Southern-style creamed corn recipe is a side dish idea that can impress your family! This simple summer side dish is rich with its silky cream. Save the BEST creamed corn recipe to share with your guests during any gathering!