This vibrant, fun-to-assemble, delicious taste of summer bursts with flavor.

Susie Middleton

White beans, cherry tomatoes, lemon and olive oil make a classic and delicious pairing for fresh halibut.

April and Michael Levandowski

This dish is best when it’s a bit salty. The saltiness complements the sweetness of the caramelized garlic topping. It’s important to use a high-quality olive oil.

April and Michael Levandowski

For the balsamic glaze, prepared varieties are available at LeRoux stores and gourmet shops, or you can make your own; you’ll find recipes abound on the Internet.

April and Michael Levandowski

Michael, who’s gluten-intolerant, really appreciates this dessert by Injy Lew, a native of France who lives in Oak Bluffs.

April and Michael Levandowski

You can make a simple, creamy soup without cream, and this carrot soup from my Soups + Sides cookbook is a perfect example.

Serves 6

Catherine Walthers

This recipe is adapted from one by Marcella Hazan. The salmon is diced, mixed with some Italian seasonings, mounded into a scooped-out tomato, and baked.

Catherine Walthers

This recipe comes from my cookbook Greens, Glorious Greens.

Serves 2 to 3

Catherine Walthers

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