No-Cook
Oregano-Marinated Tomato Salad
Marinating sliced tomatoes in salt, pepper, olive oil, and fresh oregano intensifies their flavor and brings out their rich juices. Serve with crusty bread for mopping it up.
By Anna Stockwell
Miso-Carrot-Cucumber Salad
This lightly seasoned cucumber salad, similar to Japanese sunomono, has spiralized carrots for sweetness and a punch of fresh ginger.
By Candice Kumai
Matcha Coconut Ice Cream
This dairy-free ice cream is infused with matcha and a touch of organic vanilla, and has a rich, sweet flavor.
By Candice Kumai
Simplest Kale Salad
Memorize the recipe for this classic, cheesy kale salad and make it your go-to side for any family dinner.
By Anna Stockwell
Three-Bean Picnic Salad
This salad is really flavorful and filling, and super easy to make. Karena’s been making it for our picnics and barbecues for years, and it’s always a hit.
By Katrina Scott and Karena Dawn
Summer Salad with Lemon Dijon Dressing
In summer, raw corn kernels add crunch and sweetness to any salad and can be enjoyed freshly sliced, right off the cob.
By Katrina Scott and Karena Dawn
Blackberry Icebox Cake
This creamy, dreamy icebox cake—built in a bowl for maximum ease—is the no-bake dessert you'll be making all summer.
By Claire Saffitz
Spicy Kimchi Slaw
We traded the goopy sweet mayo dressing in your typical cabbage slaw for a whipped, airy kimchi dressing. Cabbage two ways! If you prefer something less spicy, replace the kimchi juice with water.
By Claire Saffitz
Strawberry and Watercress Salad
We paired peppery watercress with bright rhubarb and sweet berries in this go-to spring salad.
By Claire Saffitz
Grand Aioli
Let this recipe be the excuse you need to dip all your farm-fresh foods into garlicky mayonnaise.
By Chris Morocco
Sweet-and-Spicy Slaw
An oil-and-vinegar dressing keeps this slaw from feeling heavy and greasy, and the spiciness is a good counterpart to sweet notes in barbecue sauces and glazes.
By Bryan Furman
Chicken Salad With Apricots, Celery, and Blue Cheese
This summer salad brims with sweet, creamy, and sharp flavors—and tender, crunchy, and juicy textures. Make sure to use peak-season apricots and a fairly mild blue cheese that won’t overwhelm the mix.
By Anna Stockwell
Peach Caprese
When summer is at its height and the peaches are so ripe that you can smell their sweet aroma just by walking by, it's time for this bright salad.
By Joanna Gaines
Italian Sundaes with Nutella
As a dessert, fior di latte refers to gelato made without egg yolks so that the pure flavor of the sweet cream can shine. If you have a gelateria in your neighborhood, get a couple of pints to go. If not, use vanilla ice cream and your imagination.
By Ignacio Mattos
Sugar Snap Pea Salad
Come springtime, sugar snap peas are so tender and fresh it's almost a shame to cook them. We prefer slicing them thinly and eating them raw with a simple dressing, like this creamy, tangy buttermilk one.
By Claire Saffitz
Arugula with Italian Plums and Parmesan
For the best play between sweet, hot, and salty ingredients, look for spiky arugula, labeled "rocket" or "rucola," at the farmers' market. It's much more peppery and sturdy than what you’ll find at the supermarket.
By Ignacio Mattos
Tiramisù with Amaretti Cookies
The crunchy almond cookies replace soft smushy ladyfingers for a welcome twist on the classic dessert.
By Ignacio Mattos
Sea Bream Crudo with Lemon and Olives
Sea bream, common in the Mediterranean, has lean flesh with a light, delicate flavor. If you can’t find it, porgy or snapper are suitable subs.
By Ignacio Mattos
Marinated Beans with Celery and Ricotta Salata
This side dish is so fast and easy, you can make a big batch and have it for the whole week. The simple marinade will fancy up any type of canned beans.
By Ignacio Mattos