Tasty THC Recipes for Summer
Tasty THC Recipes for Summer
As the summer season approaches, it’s time to savor the warm weather and enjoy the awesomeness of cannabis. And what better way to do that than to eat it in delicious foods? Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, relaxing by the pool, or simply looking to savor the flavors of the season, these recipes are sure to add an extra element of enjoyment to your summer experiences.
Here are six delectable THC-infused recipes to enhance your summer gatherings and elevate your taste buds.
Cannabis-Infused Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Ingredients:
- 1 whole pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1-2 teaspoons cannabis-infused olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until they have grill marks.
Dice the grilled pineapple and combine it with the diced bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro in a bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, cannabis-infused olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pineapple mixture and toss gently to coat.
Cannabis-Infused Frozen Yogurt Bites:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cannabis-infused honey or maple syrup
- Fresh berries or diced fruits of your choice
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt and cannabis-infused honey or maple syrup until well combined.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drop spoonfuls of the yogurt mixture onto the prepared baking sheet to form bite-sized portions.
Top each portion with fresh berries or diced fruits of your choice.
Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze until the yogurt bites are firm, about 2-3 hours.
Once frozen, remove the yogurt bites from the baking sheet and transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag.
Keep the cannabis-infused frozen yogurt bites in the freezer until ready to enjoy.
Cannabis-Infused Mango Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon cannabis-infused coconut oil
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
Place the diced mango, Greek yogurt, orange juice, coconut milk, honey, and cannabis-infused coconut oil in a blender.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
If desired, put the ice cubes in the blender and re-blend until the smoothie reaches your desired consistency.
Pour your cannabis-infused smoothies into glasses and serve immediately.
Yield: 2 large smoothies
Cannabis-Infused Caprese Skewers
Ingredients:
- 24 Cherry tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves
- 24 Fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- Cannabis-infused olive oil
- Balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Wash the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Pat them dry.
Skewer one cherry tomato, followed by a fresh basil leaf, and then a mozzarella ball. Repeat until you have as many skewers as desired.
Arrange the caprese skewers on a serving platter.
Drizzle cannabis-infused olive oil over the skewers.
Drizzle balsamic glaze over the skewers as well.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Let the skewers sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Yield: 6 skewers
Cannabis-Infused Watermelon and Feta Salad
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons cannabis-infused honey
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, feta cheese, and torn mint leaves.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cannabis-infused honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss to combine.
Allow the salad to marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Cannabis-Infused Strawberry-Lemonade Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup cannabis-infused simple syrup (adjust dosage as per preference)
- 1 cup water
- Optional: a few strawberry slices or lemon zest for garnish
Instructions:
Place the strawberries, lemon juice, cannabis-infused simple syrup, and water in a blender.
Blend until smooth and well combined.
Pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
If desired, add a few strawberry slices or lemon zest into each mold for added texture and presentation.
Insert popsicle sticks into the molds and freeze for at least 4-6 hours, or until fully set.
Once frozen, remove the popsicles from the molds and enjoy these delightful THC-infused treats to beat the summer heat.
Yield: 1 dozen popsicles
Closing Thoughts
With these tantalizing THC-infused recipes, you can take your summer culinary experiences to new heights. From the smoky and sweet flavors of cannabis-infused grilled pineapple salsa to the sweet taste of strawberry lemonade popsicles, any weed lover is sure to be refreshed.
**Remember to consume these recipes responsibly, starting with a low dosage and allowing enough time for the effects to kick in before considering additional servings. Enjoy your summer cannabis-infused treats!
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