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28 Delicious Summer Recipes

The weather is warm and the markets are abundant. Enjoy!

By Gloria Dawson
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Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Basil Butter

grill, corn on the cob, corn grilled corn on the cob

This classic barbecue staple is grilled and dressed up with lemon-basil butter.

Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Basil Butter

If corn is not in season around you, try Squash Blossom Fritters.

Honey-Glazed Grilled Plums

grilled plums, plums honey glazed grilled plums recipe

The grilling doesn't need to stop after dinner. Serve these plums with a scoop of ice cream for the perfect summer dessert.

Honey-Glazed Grilled Plums

Barramundi with Fresh Peach Salsa

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The buttery, mild taste and texture of barramundi make it a perfect backdrop for the peach salsa in this dish. Also, it has significantly fewer calories and environmental impact than salmon or steak.

Barramundi with Fresh Peach Salsa recipe

White Gazpacho

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White gazpacho offers a cool take on this summertime favorite.

White Gazpacho recipe.

Roasted Red Pepper and Herb Dip

red pepper, dip roasted red pepper and herb dip

A must-serve at your next summer party.

Roasted Red Pepper and Herb Dip recipe

Cucumber and Winter Purslane Yogurt Salad

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A cool and refreshing salad perfect for a warm spring day.

Cucumber and Winter Purslane Yogurt Salad recipe.

Tomato, Fava Bean and Smoked Gouda Salad

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An Easy and refreshing summer salad, this dish is a perfect seasonal side dish.

Tomato, Fava Bean and Smoked Gouda Salad recipe.

Rotini with Cheesy Zucchini

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This pasta is easy to make and features the summer staple, zucchini.

Rotini with Cheesy Zucchini recipe.

Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp

blueberry rhubarb crisp, crisp, dessert, blueberry-rhubarb crisp Blueberries are traditional in this recipe, but if you can't find them, feel free to use strawberries.

Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp recipe

Sweet and Tangy Melon Slaw

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This recipe makes for the perfect picnic side dish.

Sweet and Tangy Melon Slaw recipe.

Strawberry and Rhubarb Soup with Yoghurt Sorbet

rhubarb, farmers market rhubarb soup

Chef Dan Barber of Blue Hill Restaurant and Blue Hill at Stone Barns shares this simple recipe using two of summer's most delicious farmers' market finds.

Strawberry and Rhubarb Soup with Yoghurt Sorbet recipe.

Squash Blossom Fritters

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These delicate fritters are the perfect summer side.

Squash Blossom Fritters.

Vegetable Grill with Balsamic-Red Wine Glaze

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Serve this side dish at your next backyard barbecue.

Vegetable Grill with Balsamic-Red Wine Glaze recipe.

Spaghetti with Artichokes, Beans and Spinach

pasta, spinach, beans, artichoke spaghetti with artichokes, beans and spinach Adding fresh veggies and beans makes this quick dish healthy too.

Spaghetti with Artichokes, Beans and Spinach recipe.

Nectarine Cream Cheese Tartlets

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Sweet nectarines over a creamy tart, a perfect combination.

Nectarine Cream Cheese Tartlets recipe

Avocado and Strawberries with Honey Vinaigrette

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Perfect for a first course or even a dessert on any hot summer day.

Avocado and Strawberries with Honey Vinaigrette recipe

Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers

bruschetta, roasted peppers, spring recipe bruschetta with roasted peppers A delicious twist on the classic tomato bruschetta.

Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers recipe.

Tomato and Camembert Tart

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This recipe makes good use of summer's camembert cheese and fresh tomatoes.

Tomato and Camembert Tart recipe.

Cherry-Vanilla Ice Cream

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It's never too hot or cold to enjoy homemade ice cream.

Cherry-Vanilla Ice Cream recipe

Sprouted French Toast with Peaches and Cashews

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By using sprouted whole grain bread instead of white French bread, this classic breakfast gets a healthy twist.

Sprouted French Toast with Peaches and Cashews recipe.

Tomato, Melon and Cucumber Salad

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Juicy melon adds a sweet surprise to this salad.

Tomato, Melon and Cucumber Salad recipe.

Grilled Nectarines

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A simple summertime dessert sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Grilled Nectarines recipe.

Yogurt Cake with Blueberry Sauce

yogurt cake, blueberry sauce, dessert yogurt cake with blueberry sauce You can use this sauce over ice cream and cakes all season long.

Yogurt Cake with Blueberry Sauce recipe

Pasta with Garden Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella

tomato, pasta, mozzarella pasta with garden tomatoes and fresh mozzarella The perfect dish to show off your garden's tomatoes.

Pasta with Garden Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella recipe.

Salsa Fresca

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Salsa Fresca recipe.

Broiled Tomatoes with Farro Salad

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A unexpected BBQ side dish, if you're in a hurry substitute a quick-cooking grain or pasta such as couscous, orzo or instant brown rice for farro.

Broiled Tomatoes with Farro Salad recipe.

Cucumber Crudité Dip

spring recipe, cucumber crudite Cucumber Crudité Dip Pair this with other seasonal veggies and it's the perfect appetizer for any outdoor gathering.

Cucumber Crudité recipe.

Eggplant and Olive Pâté

eggpant pate, pate, olive pate, spring recipe Eggplant and Olive Pate A quick and healthy side dish.

Eggplant and Olive Pâté recipe.

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