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9 Awesome Recipes That Use Fresh Herbs

Updated: Aug 28, 2025 · Published: Jul 26, 2025 by Summer @ The Measured Scoop · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Fresh herbs can turn even the simplest meal into something special-and summer is the best time to use them. Whether you're snipping rosemary from your garden or grabbing a bunch of parsley from the store, these recipes make herbs the star of the show.

A collage of 9 recipe photos using herbs.

Each recipe uses fresh herbs in the actual recipe (not just as a garnish!) for bright, bold flavor that tastes like the season. From cozy dinners to zesty sauces and sides, these herb-forward meals are easy, satisfying, and full of fresh energy.

Ground Beef Sweet Potato Hash

Tender crumbled beef with caramelized sweet potatoes, onion, and mushrooms that are spiked with fresh rosemary in a one-pot gluten-free dinner.

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Farro salad with feta and olives.

Farro Corn and Zucchini Salad with Fried Cheese

A salad featuring farro, corn, zucchini, Kalamata olives, fresh herbs, toasted pine nuts, and fried cheese, served with a simple lemon olive oil dressing.

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Greek Cabbage Rolls

Make a delicious dish with a Greek twist - Greek Cabbage Rolls! Classic beef cabbage rolls with fresh herbs and an easy lemon cream sauce.

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Spoonful of epis sauce.

Haitian Epis Seasoning Base

A foundation of Haitian cuisine blends onions, peppers, fresh herbs, cloves, and more to create a unique and savory flavor base.

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Chicken, White Bean Hummus, and Spiced Cauliflower

Delicious and easy-to-make pan cooked chicken breast served with a rich white bean hummus and flavorful spiced and roasted cauliflower.

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The Best Homemade Ranch Dressing

Creamy buttermilk ranch dressing, made with fresh herbs and the perfect blend of seasonings, for the best homemade ranch dressing from scratch you've ever had.

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Grilled Melon and Prosciutto Salad

Discover the perfect combination of sweet and salty with Grilled Melon and Prosciutto Salad-a refreshing summer dish packed with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.

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Chopped Vegan Salad

Get your crunch on with a Chopped Vegan Salad. This gluten-free dish has a variety of fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy vinaigrette.

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Triple Tater Salad

Creamy Yukon gold potatoes, sweet potatoes, and garnet yams come together perfectly with a tangy dressing spiked with celery, gherkins, fresh herbs, and hard-boiled eggs.

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Ready to get more out of your herb stash? These 9 recipes are a great place to start. They're simple enough for busy nights but flavorful enough to feel like something special. Want more cozy, everyday favorites? Check out 9 Awesome Ground Beef Recipes or 9 Awesome Chicken Recipes next-they're packed with comfort and built for real life.

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