Burgers and hot dogs are often the main attraction of 4th of July cookouts. But if that’s all you’re cooking on your grill, you’re doing it wrong!
This 4th of July, don’t just add some veggies to your backyard barbeque – add some spice with Tommy’s frozen vegetables! Think frozen on the 4th of July to make your holiday meal prep even easier, and you’ll have super tasty meals in no time flat.
You know we’re all about cooking Tommy’s as-is, out of the package without any extra work (even grilling our vegetables is super delicious!), but sometimes it’s fun to mix things up a bit, so here is some inspiration for tasty and healthy dishes that can be made even easier with our frozen vegetable medleys.
Frozen Vegetable Recipes for 4th of July Picnics
Shaved Brussels Slaw with Dates and Pepitas
This Brussels sprouts slaw is quick, healthy, and tasty! And the best part? It only takes 20 minutes to make this a part of your 4th of July. If you want to save yourself even more time, try using Tommy’s Organic Brussels Sprouts. Roast, then chop and add to the recipe for a Tommy’s twist on slaw.
Find this recipe on Salt & Wind.
Spinach Salad with Tommy’s Root Fusion
Step up your salad recipe with Tommy’s Root Fusion! It only takes 5 ingredients and 10 minutes to put together this tasty salad. You can make this spinach salad the star of your 4th of July dishes. You can also add any dressing you prefer to personalize it to your tastes!
Get this recipe from Tommy’s Recipe Archive.
Grilled Asparagus Lemon-Thyme Farro Salad
This flavorful recipe is packed with flavors that are perfect for Summer days in the backyard. It has a nutty flavor and tangy bite from the range of different ingredients in the salad. You can even jazz it up some more by using our Asparagus and Kale Medley for an extra boost of greens and spice. It’s just as colorful as those 4th of July fireworks!
Get the recipe from Love & Lemons.
Cauliflower Salad with Lemon-Dill Yogurt Dressing
This cauliflower salad recipe will bring some exciting flavors to your table this 4th of July. It’s an easy recipe to follow, with minimal cooking required! You can also add Tommy’s tasty veggie medleys to customize to your tastes. Using Tommy’s Cauliflower and Greens Beans not only saves you time cutting the cauliflower, but it adds some extra greens and texture too with the addition of green beans.
You can get this recipe from Naturally Ella.
Crispy Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic
This broccoli dish really hits the Summer spot. It’s healthy, delicious, and packs a crispy punch. Plus, it takes less than 10 ingredients to make! You can even add more variety, color, and protein by using our Broccoli Remix!
You can find this recipe on Smitten Kitchen.
Baked Potato with Tommy’s Super Greens & Smoked Gouda
This recipe from Tommy’s gives you the flavor of bacon- without all the unhealthy factors! This simple recipe just needs potatoes, mushrooms, gouda, and, of course, Tommy’s Super Greens. Our pre-seasoned medley doesn’t just serve up the greens easily, but it can save you time with prep and clean up too. With this baked potato, you’ll have the perfect healthy entree for your 4th of July festivities.
Find the recipe from Tommy’s recipe archive.
Tommy’s Fiesta Quinoa Veggie Burger
Who says burgers can’t be healthy?! Tommy’s Fiesta Quinoa makes the perfect healthy option for herbivores and carnivores alike! These protein-packed veggie burgers are easy to personalize with a variety of toppings. They’re sure to be enjoyed by tastes of all kinds at your 4th of July.
Get this recipe from Tommy’s Recipe Archive.
Spicy Orecchiette with Broccoli
This pasta is yummy and easy to customize to your tastes. If you want a little more spice, add some more red pepper flakes! If you like things a little more cheesy, load up the parmesan! You can even get more veggies in yours by using our Vegetable Medley for added taste and texture.
Get the recipe on Damn Delicious.
Bang Bang Brussels Sprouts
If you’re looking for a way to get even the pickiest of eaters to enjoy their Brussels sprouts, give this recipe a try. This spicy veggie dish only takes 8 ingredients to make! You can make it even easier on yourself by using our pre-seasoned Brussels Sprouts. They’ll bring some fireworks to your 4th of July cookout!
Find this recipe on Trial & Eater.
Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower & Lemon Caper Vinaigrette
Make a pasta dish everyone at your 4th of July party will be talking about! This pasta brings out great flavors by roasting the cauliflower, garlic, onion, and tomatoes. It can be a great addition to any plate (or maybe it’ll take up your whole plate!). You can even add some more color and taste to this healthy dish by using our Organic Cauliflower and Green Beans.
Get this recipe on Two Peas and Their Pod.
Green Rice with Black Beans and Sweet Potato
This Summer recipe is packed with flavor and spice. With green rice, black beans, and sweet potato, this dish is filling- and versatile! Eat the rice on its own, use it as a dip with tortilla chips, or make it a part of your taco fillings. You can also add some extra flavor (and skip the peeling!) by using Tommy’s pre-seasoned Southwest Sweet Potatoes in place of regular store bought sweet potatoes. Its vibrant colors will definitely turn some heads this 4th of July.
You can find this recipe on She Likes Food.
Spinach and Caramelized Onion Dip
Spinach and caramelized onion dip makes a great starter for the 4th of July. Plus, you can make this healthy and delicious appetizer in only 15 minutes. This dip has an easy-to-follow recipe, and you can add your own flair with different types of crackers. Want even more greens in your dip? Try the recipe using our Organic Super Greens!
Get the recipe from The Almond Eater.
Happy Independence Day!
No matter what you’re serving this 4th of July, we hope you have a safe holiday with good food, wonderful company, and great fireworks!
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