Quick

Grilling the bread dries it out a bit, so it can absorb more dressing.

The nutty, woodsy mushrooms play up the sweetness of the carrots. Memorize the dressing—it’s great on pretty much everything.

Our grilled version of panzanella boasts sweet-and-sour flavors and gets even better as it sits.

Edward Kim’s take on the vinegary buckwheat salad called will put out the fire in your belly and wake up your palate. Crushed ice cubes on top keeps it chilled no matter the heat index, and, as they melt, add to what Kim describes as the dish’s “slurp-ability.”

This sauce goes with pretty much any grilled meat; stir leftovers into yogurt to make a dip.

This rendition should be sticky enough to hold together lightly, but with defined grains.

For best flavor, head to the farmers' market for peak-season fruit. Freeze in a single layer on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet until solid.

This green tacos recipe is vegetarian but incredibly flavorful and hearty, daring to prove that not all tacos need meat.

It's too nice out to spend all day at the stove. Choose quick-cooking proteins like scallops and skirt steak, then add summer's best produce.

Radishes make a crunchy salsa for this steak taco recipe—or for any other tacos you’re serving this summer.

Quick-cooking scallops means you can have this light summer meal on the table in a matter of minutes.

What's inexpensive, versatile, and crazy tasty? Skirt steak. It also cooks in a flash, which make it tailor-made for grilling.

“It's everything I want in a salad: sweet, crunchy, and bright.” –Claire Saffitz, assistant food editor

“I'll juice just about any green, but spinach is my go-to. Melon just sweetens the deal.” –Alison Roman, senior associate food editor

A lighter, brighter option for all you Caesar salad lovers.

“The earthiness of the spinach is set off by the soy sauce and vinegar; it's my new favorite sauté.” –Alfia Muzio, recipe developer

This light, fresh salad is made even crunchier with a sprinkling of pine nuts.

This non-alcoholic summer drink is perfect for an all-day hang.

The subtle flavor of broccolini is a good match for sweet crabmeat.