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,…
A savory, herby rice stir-fry that puts your summer harvest to work. I can always count on Thai basil to keep growing long after the lettuce bolts and the tomatoes start taking over. It thrives in the summer heat—and lucky for us, it turns a simple stir-fry into something deeply fragrant and totally crave-worthy. This…
Crispy golden arepas filled with buttery corn and topped with crunchy garden slaw. I’ve always loved meals that begin in the garden and end in a sizzling skillet. When summer corn is sweet and herbs are spilling out of every raised bed, these corn arepas are my go-to. Arepas are traditional corn cakes from Venezuela…
These rainbow veggie skewers are one of the simplest — and most satisfying — ways to celebrate what’s growing in the garden.Grilled until slightly charred and sweet, each skewer is packed with color, flavor, and the smoky kiss of flame. Whether you’re pulling bell peppers and zucchini from your raised beds or working with what’s…
Fresh summer corn barely needs help to be delicious — but slather it with garden basil butter and a sprinkle of smoked paprika, and it becomes something truly special.This simple twist on grilled corn is smoky, buttery, and herbal with just enough kick to keep things interesting.It’s a quick side dish that brings bold flavor…
There’s something satisfying about slicing thick rounds of eggplant and zucchini, brushing them with a garlicky herb marinade, and grilling them to smoky perfection.These veggie “steaks” are the kind of side dish that feels hearty and a little elevated, perfect for when you want your garden harvest to really shine on the plate.They soak up…
