Corn

A salsa this simple lives or dies by the quality of the ingredients—ripe avocado, luscious tomato, and a sweet, crunchy ear of corn. Most of my corn salsa recipes call for grilled corn. This one features the succulent crunch of raw corn to reinforce the sweetness of the fresh avocado.

Calabazas are commonly found at Latino markets already cut into large wedges; kabochas are generally sold at natural foods stores.

This dish would be great served with fried eggs for brunch.

Healthy bonus: Fiber and potassium from mushrooms; fiber and iron from beans; folate from avocado; potassium from corn

Serve with: Red bean and rice salad, and slices of avocado and grapefruit.

This main-course soup showcases some of summer's best flavors. Serve with: Flaky biscuits, and a baby spinach salad with roasted red peppers.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Peach Barbecue sauce . This side is also great with barbecued ribs or chicken.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Makes use of the microwave oven.

A rich side dish for pork or lamb chops.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A thick, rich soup that's very satisfying on a cold day, especially with warm tortillas or biscuits alongside.