Summer is a great time to enjoy fresh and seasonal ingredients, whether you’re grilling, baking, or making salads. Here are some easy and delicious dinner recipes to try this summer, inspired by some of the most popular new recipes of 2022 from Epicurious.
Crab Cakes with Tomato-Watermelon Salad
This dish is perfect for a summer picnic or backyard barbecue. The meaty crabcakes are paired with a refreshing salad of juicy tomatoes and watermelon, tossed with basil, mint, and a tangy dressing. You can make the crabcakes ahead of time and reheat them in the oven before serving.
Tomato Galette with Simple Tomato Sauce
Celebrate the peak of tomato season with this rustic and savory galette. A flaky pastry crust is filled with cheese and sliced tomatoes, then baked until golden and bubbly. Serve it with a simple tomato sauce made with fresh or canned tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil.
Zucchini Cordon Bleu with Fingerling Potato Salad
Use up your garden zucchini with this cheesy and satisfying cordon bleu. Thinly sliced zucchini is layered with ham and Swiss cheese, then rolled up and baked until tender and melty. Serve it with a fingerling potato salad dressed with mustard, vinegar, and fresh herbs.
Pepper Steak with Fried Okra
For a flavor-packed dinner, try this pepper steak with fried okra. Thinly sliced beef is marinated in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch, then stir-fried with bell peppers and onions. The fried okra adds a crunchy and nutty contrast to the tender and saucy steak.