Watermelon Salad
At the start of summer, all you need is a cold wedge of watermelon and a big smile. But if you start to crave something different later in the season, try this savory salad. It might sound weird to mix melon…
Meal Type Dinner
Creamy Cucumber Salad
This is an easy side dish that goes well with lots of different main courses. It’s also good to bring to a picnic or potluck. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Mixing bowl Measuring cup Measuring spoons Ingredients…
Summer Squash Sauté
As summer comes to an end, use the last of the season’s squash to make this great dish: green zucchini, golden zucchini, yellow, pattypan, or crookneck squash all work well. This is a dish that can be served hot or…
Summery Tuna Salad
Use this fresh salad to stuff cherry tomatoes, top cucumber slices, or fill a whole-wheat pita. Or add a scoop to a green salad and turn it into a main dish. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Colander Can…
Do-it-Yourself Croutons
Make the most of what you’ve got by transforming stale bread into a crunchy, delicious salad topper. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Large bowl Measuring spoons Tongs Rimmed baking sheet Oven mitts Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive…
Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
Making this for someone else? Give them ketchup and call it “asparagus fries,” if you think that will encourage them to try it! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Rimmed baking sheet Measuring spoons Tongs Box grater Oven…
Your Own Salad Dressing
Give everyone on your list a bottle of customizable salad dressing, with ideas for tasty additions. kitchen gear Glass container with a lid Measuring spoons Measuring cups Ingredients 2⁄3 cup vegetable or olive oil 1⁄3 cup vinegar (any kid)…
Watermelon, Orange, and Feta salad
Feta is a salty, crumbly Greek cheese that’s traditionally made from sheep’s or goat’s milk and then brined, which means soaked in salty water. Here in the United States, feta is more often made from cow’s milk, which results in…
Zippy Sliders
Of course you can just shape these into four burgers, if you’re feeding your family dinner! But lots of little sliders are fun for a party. We like to serve each slider in a lettuce leaf, but if buns are…
Raw Brussels Sprout Salad
This salad is a perfect combination of leafy, tart, sweet, and nutty flavors. It’s a flexible recipe, too. You can swap in diced pear or sections of grapefruit for the apple, if you like, and — if you’re feeling daring…