Bon Appétit

For tender burgers, gently combine and shape the chicken mixture.

Raita is India's signature yogurt and vegetable condiment. This one would also be good on pita or naan.

The carrot ribbons are simple: Use a vegetable peeler to make long strips.

For extra crunch, add a few strips of cucumber or bell pepper before rolling these up.

Top with scoops of vanilla ice cream and a couple of shortbread cookies if you like.

Four ingredients — and packed with flavor. **What to drink:**Try a crisp, dry rosé with berry-cherry notes, like El Coto de Rioja 2006 Rosado, Spain ($10).

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This recipe makes plenty of cookies, so bundle up extras (with green ribbon, of course) to send home with guests.

For a fun presentation, serve the granita in hollowed-out lime halves. To prepare the limes, snip the membranes with scissors, then scrape clean with a grapefruit spoon.

The basil oil would also be delicious drizzled over fish, vegetables, or chicken.

What to drink: Salsas can be tricky when it comes to pairing, but here a soft, fruity red wine with medium body is just the thing. Try Martín Códax 2006 "Ergo" Tempranillo (Rioja, Spain, $15).

**What to drink:**A glass of bubbly would be perfect with the olives. Try Domaine Chandon Brut Classic (California, $20).

Why you'll make it: Because it's tuna done differently, and a spicy Asian take on kebabs.