Creamy butter beans, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy feta come together in this colorful Greek-inspired salad. A simple lemon and olive oil dressing brightens every bite, while fresh dill, parsley, and mint add layers of garden-fresh flavor. Substantial enough for a light lunch yet easy enough for a quick side dish, this...Read More

When summer tomatoes are abundant, this simple roasted tomato sauce is one of the easiest ways to capture their rich, sun-ripened flavor. Slow roasting concentrates the tomatoes’ natural sweetness while garlic and fresh herbs add savory depth. Use any ripe tomatoes you have on hand—large slicing tomatoes, colorful heirlooms, cherry tomatoes, or a mixture of...Read More

Pumpkin seeds give this vibrant green pesto a rich, nutty flavor while offering a delicious alternative to traditional pine nuts. Fresh basil and parsley keep the sauce bright and herbaceous, while lemon juice adds just enough acidity to balance the Parmesan and olive oil. This versatile pesto is wonderful tossed with pasta, spooned over roasted...Read More

Few herbs capture the flavor of summer quite like fresh basil. Its lush green leaves have a sweet, peppery fragrance that complements tomatoes beautifully—but basil can do far more than finish a caprese salad or flavor a pot of tomato sauce. At the farmers market, you may find several kinds of basil, from familiar Italian...Read More

Basil may be best known as the fragrant green herb tucked into pesto or layered with ripe tomatoes, but “basil” is not a single flavor. Depending on the variety, basil can taste sweet and peppery, spicy and anise-like, bright with citrus, warmly aromatic, or even slightly clove-like. Leaves may be broad and crinkled, tiny and...Read More

Fresh basil pesto, caramelized zucchini, and tender-crisp green beans come together in this vibrant summer pasta. A finishing drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil and crisp sage leaves adds an earthy, aromatic note that makes the dish especially memorable. Serve it warm as a satisfying vegetarian entrée or at room temperature for a picnic, potluck, or...Read More

Bold, creamy, and irresistibly garlicky, Skordalia (pronounced skor-thal-YAH) is one of Greece’s most beloved traditional dips. Made three different ways — with potatoes for a silky, smooth texture; with soaked bread for a rustic, tangy spread; or with walnuts for a rich, nutty variation — this versatile dish showcases the magic of garlic, olive oil,...Read More

Few herbs capture the essence of summer quite like basil. With its unmistakable fragrance and bright, vibrant flavor, basil is a warm-weather culinary staple—especially in Italian cooking. The herb was so highly regarded by the ancient Romans that it came to symbolize love and fertility. Sweet basil—the familiar, tender green variety—is the type most commonly...Read More

Bright with fresh lemon and wonderfully moist from grated zucchini, this glazed lemon zucchini bread is an easy way to make the most of summer’s zucchini harvest. Oil keeps the crumb soft and tender, while Greek yogurt adds richness and a subtle tang without making the loaf heavy. Finished with a simple lemon glaze and...Read More

Crisp on the outside and tender within, these golden zucchini rounds are an irresistible way to enjoy summer squash. Serve them hot with a bright lemon-garlic aioli as an appetizer, side dish, or farmers market-inspired snack. Yellow summer squash may be substituted for the zucchini—or use a combination of both. INGREDIENTS: For the Lemon-Garlic Aioli...Read More