Healthyish

The best salad is really a deconstructed Italian sandwich, complete with an oregano and red wine vinegar dressing that tastes just like how your deli does it.

Cubes of boneless short rib are begging to be spiced, skewered, and grilled off to be your next quick any-night meal.

A refreshing take on a Caesar salad, complete with a lighter dressing and a kicky crunch.

This dish marries the key spicy-sour elements of classic Thai green papaya salad with zesty grilled chicken and the best of summer produce.

Inspired by traditional Chinese smashed cucumber salad, this sweet and salty version features crunchy Hami melon.

It’s all about the flavor and textural contrast between the salty, seared Halloumi cheese and sweet, juicy nectarines in this peak summer side.

Crunchy cucumbers can become a full-on dinner once you lean on pantry staples like seeded crackers to bring in the texture and fun.

A bright and punchy side that’s as good enjoyed right away, after a few hours, or even chilled.

Creamy-cheesy broccoli become a charred wonder in this vegetarian side you’ll be taking to all your summer gatherings.

Give the classic cucumber sandwich an herbaceous punch with a lemony cilantro-jalapeño chutney.

Sweet dates and nutty coconut make this sunny fried rice right at home at your brunch table.

No seafood? No problem. This summery fruit “crudo" hits all the right notes of bright, savory, sweet, and umami in one vibrant dish.

Quickly cooked-down Sungold tomatoes give fresh marinara vibes to this low-key summer pasta.

Turkey meatballs have never looked so fresh.

This greener-than-green hummus is no side dip—the crisp dolmades on top turn it into a full meal.

Forget about croutons. Uncooked instant ramen brings big crunch to this sweet-sour cabbage slaw that’s perfect for your next cookout.

Frozen citrus pieces make the base of this refreshing slushy that is salty and sour with a slightly spicy kick!

Make this your go-to portable meal this summer. The meaty-without-meat sandwich is great enjoyed right away or after its flavors have had a chance to develop.

Juicy stone fruit, toasted nori, and salty cheese—this recipe proves fruit salad doesn’t always have to be sweet to be great.

Too much squash on your hands? Never a problem with this silky, creamy, low-effort pasta full of shallots, anchovies, and brown butter hazelnuts.