Citrus
Lemony Pasta Salad With Crisped Capers
A bright and punchy side that’s as good enjoyed right away, after a few hours, or even chilled.
By Zaynab Issa
Lemony Risotto With Fennel and Parmesan
Risotto has a reputation for being fussy and laborious, but a few tips will get you on your way to a pot of creamy perfection (no constant stirring required).
By CJ Hauser
Som-Tam-Style Chicken Salad
This dish marries the key spicy-sour elements of classic Thai green papaya salad with zesty grilled chicken and the best of summer produce.
By Zaynab Issa
Moscow Mule
With spicy ginger beer, vodka, and lime juice, a Moscow Mule is a cocktail for all seasons—and one that’s remarkably easy to prepare at home.
By Cock'n Bull
BA’s Best Lemonade
We may be biased, but this is by far the best lemonade recipe we’ve tried. It can also serve as a base for a host of summer drinks.
By Rick Martinez
BA’s Best Key Lime Pie
Our best Key lime pie recipe sports a whipped cream topping with Greek yogurt for extra tang. Coconut oil gives the graham cracker crust a tropical edge.
By Alison Roman
Almost Aam Panna
This version of aam panna, the ultra-refreshing summer drink, swaps green mangoes for a classic pantry staple: jarred applesauce (yes, really).
By Sonia Chopra
Grilled Corn With Chaat Masala
All it takes is one tangy spice mix to knock your summer grilled corn out of the park.
By Mehreen Karim
Citrus Slushy
Frozen citrus pieces make the base of this refreshing slushy that is salty and sour with a slightly spicy kick!
By Rachel Gurjar
Aperol-Kombucha Spritz
This easy effervescent cocktail gets its tart-sweet vibes from bright kombucha, dry sparkling wine, a dash of Aperol, and a burst of fresh lemon juice.
By Ali Francis
Green Tea Arnold Palmer
The quintessential summer quencher gets an aromatic twist thanks to jasmine green tea.
By Sarah Jampel
Chicken Primavera
All of the allure of pasta primavera (with none of the ’80s vibes).
By Christian Reynoso
Mushroom Piccata
Briny, puckery, and buttery, piccata is too delicious to reserve for chicken.
By Chris Morocco
Crunchy Coconut-Sesame Shrimp With Spicy Lime Mayo
Treat your shrimp to a roll in shredded coconut and sesame seeds for a gloriously crispy coating.
By Asha Loupy
Mango-Lime Spritzer
The beloved snack of mangoes with lime and chili powder, reimagined as a sunny drink.
By Zaynab Issa
Mojito
On a sweltering summer evening, nothing hits quite like this minty mojito cocktail recipe. Don’t over-muddle your mint, which can cause bitterness.
By Chris Morocco
Daiquiri, Up-Rocks
This daiquiri recipe is served up-rocks in an elegant coupe and has nothing to do with the slushy, syrupy cocktails you’ll find at swim-up bars.
By Chiltern Firehouse, LondonPhotography by Peden + Munk
Fried Lemon and Radish Salad
You can—and you should!—eat fried slices of lemon in your salad. (Trust us.)
By Rebekah Peppler
Marinated Olives With Citrus
This fun, citrusy cocktail snack is for olive lovers only.
By Rebekah Peppler
Preserved-Lemon Tea Cake
Preserved lemons rein in the sweetness in this plush olive-oil-based loaf.
By Zaynab Issa