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Spicy Chickpea Poppers

Take crispy chickpeas to the extreme with this recipe of battered, fried garbanzos spiked with Thai basil, Sichuan peppercorns, and a host of fragrant spices including cumin and five-spice powder.

Author: Mandy Lee

Grilled Lobster and Potatoes with Basil Vinaigrette

Some of us prefer the taste of grilled lobster to boiled. The smokiness of the fire balances the richness of the meat while simultaneously intensifying its flavor.

Pasta in Almond Garlic Sauce

Author: Paul Grimes

Creamy Avocado Pesto

This creamy pesto is indulgent without being overly rich, thanks to heart-healthy avocado and just a touch of olive oil. Also, since it uses a fresh avocado for its creamy consistency, rather than pricey...

Author: Gabi Moskowitz

Leek Tomato Quinoa

Author: Charlie Trotter

Fresh Herb Platter (Sabzi Khordan)

A plate of fresh herbs is served at most Persian meals, often taking the place of a salad. Serve this dish as an appetizer, or do as the Persians do and leave it on the table throughout the meal. Toasted...

Author: Louisa Shafia

Summer Vegetable Frittata

Author: Angelo Pellegrini

3 Ingredient Pesto Fried Chicken

We like breadcrumbs here for an old-school cutlet feel, but panko would work just fine in their place.

Author: Dawn Perry

Spaghetti with Tomato and Walnut Pesto

Basil is a mere garnish in this nutty, cheesy, peak-season pesto sauce.

Author: Andy Baraghani

Tortellini with Chicken and Pesto

Author: Nicholas Puniello

Green Goddess Tuna Salad Sandwich

Make the dressing in a food processor if you like, but it won't be as smooth or have that bright green hue you get when you do it in a blender.

Author: Andy Baraghani

Blueberry Basil Granita

Author: Jennifer Iserloh

Silken Tofu With Soy Sauced Tomatoes

This is a quick summer dish that capitalizes on juicy tomatoes and requires the stove to be turned on for just a few minutes.

Author: Lukas Volger

Potato Basil Purée

Author: Ina Garten

Pasta Salad with Spring Vegetables and Tomatoes

This light pasta salad is tossed with ginger-scented roasted tomatoes, charred snap peas and scallions, and plenty of fresh spring and summer herbs.

Author: Yotam Ottolenghi