All the flavor of street corn—off the cob, in a bowl, and garden-fresh. When corn season hits its stride, I’m constantly looking for ways to keep things fun without firing up the grill every single night. This elote-style roasted corn salad is one of my favorite tricks: all the bold flavor of Mexican street corn,…
Cool, crisp, and packed with flavor—your garden’s freshest bounty wrapped up in rice paper. When the heat hits hard in our Southern garden, I start craving everything cool and crunchy. That’s exactly what inspired these Vietnamese-style summer rolls: a garden-fresh, no-cook meal that tastes as refreshing as it looks. I always have a patch of…
This is one of those quick garden meals that feels a little fancy without any fuss.Grilling flatbread gives it a crisp, smoky edge — and when it’s topped with homemade pesto and juicy cherry tomatoes, it becomes a vibrant summer favorite.It’s the kind of dish that works as an appetizer, side, or light main and…
Every time tomato season rolls around, I can’t resist turning those juicy heirlooms into something simple and showstopping. This bruschetta is as classic as it gets—ripe tomatoes, garlic, basil, and a splash of balsamic all piled onto crispy toasted bread. It’s one of those recipes that tastes like sunshine on a plate. I love serving…
Hummus is a regular at our house, but once the herbs start going wild in the garden, I can’t resist blending them into the mix. This green garden herb hummus is smooth and earthy with a burst of fresh flavor from parsley, basil, and chives. The swirl of roasted red pepper on top adds sweetness…
There’s something special about a summer appetizer that looks fancy but takes just minutes to put together. These crostini are one of my favorite garden-to-table snacks—crispy toasted bread spread with creamy herbed ricotta, topped with marinated roasted peppers. They’re simple, colorful, and full of bold, bright flavor. This is my go-to when I need a…
