Season What's in Season: A Guide to Summer Produce

There's just something about summer that makes everything taste better.

When fruits and vegetables are at their peak, you don't need a complicated recipe or a long list of ingredients to make them shine, you just need the right seasoning.

At Salt Sisters, we believe great flavor starts with simple ingredients. Here are a few of our favorite ways to season what's in season this summer.

Tomatoes

A ripe summer tomato is hard to beat.

Slice tomatoes and finish them with unrefined sea salt, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil for a simple summer side. Add fresh mozzarella or burrata to turn it into an easy appetizer or light lunch.

For even more flavor, try an herb-forward seasoning blend that complements the tomato's natural sweetness and acidity.

What we recommend: Tuscan Farmhouse Blend. The herbs and savory flavors are a natural match for fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and olive oil.

Corn

Grilled, boiled, or cut straight from the cob, summer corn is naturally sweet and a great base for bold flavor.

Season hot corn with butter and a flavorful sea salt, or cut grilled kernels from the cob and toss them into salads, dips, and salsas. A smoky, spicy, or herb-filled seasoning can completely change the flavor without adding extra steps.

What we recommend: Blackening Cajun Rub & Seasoning. Sprinkle it over buttered corn for a smoky, spicy kick that balances the corn's natural sweetness.

Cucumbers

Cool, crisp cucumbers are made for hot summer days.

Slice them thin and toss with vinegar, a pinch of salt, and fresh herbs for a quick salad. Add them to grain bowls, sandwiches, or chilled salads for extra crunch.

Salt also helps draw moisture from cucumbers, making it an important step in many cucumber salads and dips.

What we recommend: French Herb Sea Salt. Its herb-forward flavor keeps cucumbers tasting fresh, bright, and simple.

Watermelon

Watermelon and salt are a summer classic for a reason.

A light sprinkle of sea salt creates contrast with the fruit's sweetness and makes every bite even more flavorful. Add lime, herbs, or a little heat for an interesting twist.

What we recommend: Lime Sea Salt. Lime and watermelon were practically made for summer. Sprinkle it over chilled watermelon for a bright, citrusy finish. Want a little heat? Try our Chili Lime Salt instead.

Zucchini & Summer Squash

If your garden is producing more zucchini than you know what to do with, seasoning is your best friend.

Slice and grill it. Roast it. Add it to pasta. Different seasoning blends can make the same summer vegetable taste completely different from one meal to the next.

What we recommend: Salt Sisters Blend. Created to bring out the best in vegetables, it's the perfect no-guesswork seasoning for zucchini and summer squash.

Berries

Fresh strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries don't need much, but a tiny pinch of salt can help balance their sweetness and add depth.

Try adding seasoned berries to ricotta, whipped feta, yogurt, or your favorite summer dessert.

What we recommend: Lemon Sea Salt. The bright citrus flavor pairs beautifully with summer berries and adds something unexpected to sweet dishes.

Keep Summer Cooking Simple

Seasonal ingredients do most of the work for you.

Start with what looks fresh at the farmers market, grocery store, or in your own garden. Add a drizzle of good olive oil, a squeeze of citrus, and the right seasoning.

That's summer cooking.

Explore Salt Sisters' collection of unrefined salts and clean-ingredient seasoning blends to discover your new favorite way to season what's in season.