Vegan

Cucumber, Radish, and Tomato Salad with Citrus Dressing

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

White Gazpacho

When we think of gazpacho most of us think of a cold chunky tomato-based soup. But this world-renowned export from the Andalucian region of Spain is actually one of many different types of soup — cold, hot, thin, red, green and white — which share the name gazpacho. White gazpacho remains closer than most modern varieties to the soup's origins as a simple combination of bread, nuts, salt, olive oil, and vinegar. Cucumbers, grapes and a pinch of cayenne elevate what was once a poor man's meal to a refined soup.

Salt-and-Pepper Edamame (Soybeans in the Pod)

Edamame are fun to eat, the slightly fuzzy bright-green pods tickle your lips as you gently suck the beans into your mouth. Provide bowls for the empty pods.

Lemon Wild Rice

Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Jasmine Rice

Avocado and Tomatillo Salsa

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 10 min

Pickled Red Onions and Cranberries

With a hint of smoky chipotle chile, this relish is a delicious departure from the usual cranberry sauce.

Asian Vegetables with Tofu and Coconut Milk

This meatless dish can do double duty as a main course or a side dish.

By Kim Nguyen

Midori Melon Ice Pops

Peches de Vignes Peaches in Orange Flower Water

I do not think that pêches de vigne, French red-fleshed peaches, are available in the United States so, for this recipe, use the most ripe, fragrant peaches you can, and go easy on the orange flower water. Slice, drizzle and serve the peaches immediately, so they are still lightly chilled!

By Susan Herrmann Loomis

Sour Cherry Salsa

This spicy-sweet salsa makes a delicious accompaniment to grilled pork, chicken, or duck.

Tomato-Coriander Bruschetta

Steve Silverman of South Burlington, Vermont, writes: "In my cooking I tend to be very quick and health-conscious. During the summer, my wife, Mary, and I usually grill chicken or fish and make salads. I'll use whatever fresh vegetables and ingredients I have on hand and come up with a wonderful meal for the two of us." Serve this party appetizer with the toasted-baguette rounds or your favorite crackers. You can also double the tomato topping for a great pasta salad.

By Steve Silverman

Roasted Beets and Onions

Chopped Spinach with Toasted Sesame Seeds

Using a salad spinner makes short work of washing fresh spinach, which usually requires several changes of water. Start by filling the spinner bowl with water. Then fill the basket with spinach, submerge it in the water, and stir the spinach to release dirt. Lift the basket out and repeat with fresh water.