Salad

Salting and straining ripe tomatoes extracts their flavorful juices; when combined with verdant basil oil, it makes a slightly sweet and vegetal salad dressing.

Crispy-creamy feta croutons are the salad topper you didn’t know you were missing.

Part Caesar, part patatas bravas, and supremely likeable, thanks to a sassy dressing with a clever shortcut.

A delightful corn salad whose components can be prepared and chilled ahead of time so that all thats left to do is assemble and enjoy.

The best salad is really a deconstructed Italian sandwich, complete with an oregano and red wine vinegar dressing that tastes just like how your deli does it.

This is the love child of a grain bowl and arugula salad—with charred scallions, avocado, and thinly sliced jalapeño for smokiness, richness, and heat.

A refreshing take on a Caesar salad, complete with a lighter dressing and a kicky crunch.

Expect an explosion of flavor in this potato salad inspired by the sweet-salty Indian snack.

Inspired by traditional Chinese smashed cucumber salad, this sweet and salty version features crunchy Hami melon.

This dish marries the key spicy-sour elements of classic Thai green papaya salad with zesty grilled chicken and the best of summer produce.

A bright and punchy side that’s as good enjoyed right away, after a few hours, or even chilled.

Crunchy cucumbers can become a full-on dinner once you lean on pantry staples like seeded crackers to bring in the texture and fun.

It’s all about the flavor and textural contrast between the salty, seared Halloumi cheese and sweet, juicy nectarines in this peak summer side.

No seafood? No problem. This summery fruit “crudo" hits all the right notes of bright, savory, sweet, and umami in one vibrant dish.

Forget about croutons. Uncooked instant ramen brings big crunch to this sweet-sour cabbage slaw that’s perfect for your next cookout.

A classic combination of melon and cured meat gets upgraded with the addition of briny olives and buttery nuts.

This spicy, herby ranch dressing is better than anything store-bought. You’ll want to put it on everything.

Quick cooking shrimp is a summertime savior.

Tender poached chicken and the season’s crunchiest veggies get cloaked in a creamy green goddess for the ultimate chic summer lunch.

Spicy, salty, sweet, and crunchy—this Thai-inspired mango salad is exactly what you’re craving in the summer.