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Ginger kombucha adds bright flavor and plenty of healthful probiotics to this tropical fruit smoothie.

A ginger and coconut aminos dressing brings together this healthful salad of crunchy cucumbers and toothsome seaweed.

Pile charred Halloumi cheese, kale, and cherry tomatoes on garlicky bread for an almost-instant dinner from the grill. No bread? No problem—toss everything else together and eat it as a salad.

Slices of chicken get dredged in seasoned flour, sautéed in butter, and smothered in a tangy lemon-butter pan sauce that’s studded with salty capers.

The key to getting salmon with a crackly skin is to start it skin side down in a cold cast-iron pan—as the skillet heats, the skin slowly renders and crisps.

Vegetables that are best served crisp-tender are a great accompaniment to a slow-roasted fish because they will come out perfectly cooked at the same time.

A heap of basil, tossed through just to wilt, adds a punchy, cooling element to this dish of chile- and garlic-marinated shrimp. Spoon it over a fluffy pile of white rice for a fuss-free summertime dinner.

The secret weapon in this summery salad is the golden raisins: They're soaked in apple cider vinegar, which not only sweetens the vinegar but also transforms them into plump, sweet-tart balloons.

This creamy, crunchy breakfast dish also pairs well with vegetables, fish, or lamb come dinnertime. The canned chickpeas pick up some flavor from a quick simmer with garlic.

Originally, this curried soup was served cold. Given the winter chill in the air, however, we tried it hot and discovered it to be even better.

A splash of vanilla and honey give this everyday smoothie just the right amount of sweetness.

This classic recipe from the Gourmet archives is waffle perfection. Make them for Father’s Day so Dad can fill each crevice with butter and syrup, cream and berries, or—if he’s that kind of dad—barbecue sauce and bacon.

This party drink is something you’d imagine sipping at the bar of a trendy modern taqueria, except it's easy to pull off at home.

The lamb for these wraps—bursting with flavorful spices and herbs—is cooked in the oven, but it would also be amazing cooked on a grill.

Apples, blueberries, and almonds make this a filling, satisfying, healthy breakfast.

Rice Chex cereal crushes up into a crunchy coating for these easy chicken fingers.

Pile this creamy seafood salad into hot dog buns for an easy summer sandwich or serve over greens for lunch.

With this pancake and waffle dry mix on hand, all you need to do is whisk in eggs and milk for a complete batter ready for any busy morning.

Starting the shallots in cold oil guarantees that every ring will be perfectly crisp and golden brown, with nothing burnt or oil-drowned.

Your favorite creamy dip—but in a form you (and your kids) can happily eat for dinner. Serve with a salad of bitter greens and a bright vinaigrette.