Summer Recipes

Dive into a vibrant culinary experience with "Summer Recipes," a collection tailored for those hot, lazy days when fresh flavors and simplicity reign supreme. Explore light and refreshing dishes that celebrate the season's bounty, from juicy watermelon salads and zesty grilled seafood to sweet berry desserts that capture the sun's warmth in every bite. Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue or a picnic in the park, these recipes will infuse your summer gatherings with delicious, effortless flair.

Tomatoes Vinaigrette

By Cybelle Tondu

Welcome to a summer symphony of flavors, starring ripe beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes in this remarkably simple yet sophisticated dish: Tomatoes Vinaigrette. In just ten minutes, transform plump, juicy tomatoes into a canvas for an aromatic vinaigrette infused with the warmth of smashed garlic and the herbaceous notes of oregano. A whisper of red or white wine vinegar dances on the palate, balanced by the velvet touch of extra-virgin olive oil. Arrange your artfully sliced tomatoes atop a delicate sprinkle of salt to enhance their innate sweetness, while a final flourish of flaky salt and freshly ground black pepper adds an irresistible savory crunch. Perfect as an alfresco appetizer or a tantalizing side, this dish captures the essence of the garden's bounty with every luscious bite.

10 min

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Pizza Margherita

By Martha Rose Shulman

Transport yourself to a sun-drenched piazza in Naples with this delightful Pizza Margherita, which melds simplicity with the vibrant flavors of summer-ripe tomatoes and sweet basil. The choice to use a mix of colorful tomatoes, including red, yellow, and green varieties, ensures each bite is both visually appealing and bursting with fresh flavors. This recipe accentuates the traditional taste with a subtle infusion of aromatic garlic olive oil—creating a rich foundation from scratch. The whole wheat crust lends a wholesome texture beneath a layer of creamy mozzarella or tangy goat cheese. Baked to golden perfection, the pizza is finished with a flourish of fragrant basil, adding a critical herbal note that sings of garden freshness. Quick to prepare and simpler to love, this pizza highlights the beauty of letting quality ingredients shine.

45 min

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Charred Green Beans and Lemony Yogurt

By Yossy Arefi

Everyone needs a simple summer side dish formula and this one is very adaptable Broil or grill a pile of bright, snappy green beans until just charred but still crisp-tender, then set over a bed of well-seasoned lemony yogurt Top with a flurry of herbs plus a squeeze of lemon juice and you have the foundation for endless summer lunches and dinners

15 min

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Paella With Tomatoes

By Mark Bittman

The cooking process for this simple paella is identical to any other: soften some onions in oil, add seasonings (including saffron, if you have it), rice and liquid and cook Adding lightly seasoned tomatoes is the major difference in this recipe.

30 min

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