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This collection covers all of the recipes you crave in the summer. There are grilled dishes, of course—both project recipes and quick meals. There are also fruit desserts that use peak-season produce, barely cooked dishes for when it’s sweltering outside, and quick, satisfying meals you can whip up and enjoy alfresco.
Take a look to find—and save!—a new favorite.
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Weeknight cooking inspiration, curated and written by longtime ATK author and editor (and avid home cook) Jack Bishop.
25. Grilled Flank Steak with Basil Dressing
“Easy and delicious. Made this recipe for a dinner party where one of the guests is a die-hard Traeger man. He told me he is STILL thinking about this steak!” —Krista A.
24. Skillet Batter-Style Peach Cobbler
“Fantastic recipe. Served two skillets to a big group of eight adults and five kids—and the room was SILENT when people dug in. So delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.” —Brian M.
23. Lowcountry Boil
“A spectacular and fun dish for a party—and easy to prepare and to clean up. I followed the instructions exactly and it worked great. Everyone loved it.” —Steve C.
22. Pork Tenderloin and Peach Kebabs with Brown Rice Salad
“Freaking fantastic! My husband hates balsamic and he loved this! The brown rice salad was delicious and I am not a fan of brown rice, but it’s funny I love arugula and my husband doesn’t but we both loved this! He asked me to make it more often! Yay!” —Lisa C.
21. One-Pan Pork Tenderloin and Panzanella Salad
“This is fantastic—so much flavor for very little work! I made exactly as written and there are no changes needed. Perfect end of summer meal to use up some garden bounty!” —Katie L.
20. Salmorejo (Spanish Chilled Tomato Soup)
“Great recipe. Being Spanish I’m always a bit wary when I see a local recipe, but the proportions in this salmorejo are just perfect. This is going to replace the recipe that I was using before 👌” —Salvador G.
19. Grilled Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic Bread
“This recipe is outstanding. I was a bit skeptical because there was so little seasoning for the chicken, but it was a huge crowd pleaser—and super easy.” —Steven F.
18. Pesto Pantesco with Spaghetti
“Our four guests joined the Clean Plate Club, and three of the four went back for seconds. I used salted capers—so good! So different!” —Murray P.
17. Grilled Vegetable Platter
“I made this as a side for a small barbecue with friends. I looked like such a fancy chef but yet it was so easy! I love the dressing! I will definitely be making this frequently this summer.” —Ilene S.
16. Grilled Peach and Tomato Salad with Burrata and Basil
“This goes absolutely dummy. All the best flavors of summer and my favorite use for homegrown tomatoes. Can’t wait to make it again this year.” —Eric B.
15. Seattle Chicken Teriyaki
“Oh my goodness, not trying to be dramatic, but this is the best. Mind blown. Also, incredibly simple and didn’t require you to clean too many bowls! I will be making this all summer and for crowds.” —Kevin R.
14. Esquites (Mexican Corn Salad)
“The kids, including our picky teen, gobbled this up and had seconds. So, like, a million stars.” —Kate B.
13. Orecchiette Salad with Roasted Vegetables, Chicken, and Jalapeño-Lime Dressing
“Loved this! And it was great the next day, cold, too. Bonus points for checking both the dinner AND lunch box!” —Lee C.
12. Blueberry Cream Pie
“This was the first pie I’ve ever made and I CRUSHED IT!! This pie was AMAZING. I followed it to a T and was rewarded with an unbelievably delicious dessert! Both friends and family wanted more!” —Doug M.
11. Tortellini with Corn and Basil Cream Sauce
“Made this super easy dish yesterday for my grandson to take back to college. It never made it to his apartment because once tasting—he ate it! Five stars. The creamy basil dressing is to die for!” —Maryellen D.
10. Seared Shrimp with Tomato, Lime, and Avocado
“This is hands-down my favorite ATK recipe. It has become my only ‘company’s coming!’ recipe in every season except winter. I’ve made it at least a dozen times. Everything can be prepared ahead of time, and the final prep is very quick.” —Janell L.
9. Summer Corn and Vegetable Soup
“This is, hands down, the best ‘healthy’ soup I’ve ever made. I would give it six stars if I could!” —Mary P.
8. Mediterranean Dinner Salad with Chicken
“This was so good! My husband was not happy about it upon the first view. Two bites in, he said, ‘This is great.’ I loved this one. Top-shelf recipe.” —Brenda W.
7. Grilled Dijon Chicken Salad with Raspberries and Avocado
“Our daughter’s boyfriend said he doesn’t usually like vegetables, but he loved this. :)” —Aeravi L.
6. Lemon-Oregano Chicken with Farro Salad
“This dish came out amazing. Very healthy meal to add to the rotation. I can’t wait to make it again.” —Collins C.
5. Grilled Chicken Souvlaki
“I can’t begin to tell you how good this turned out. I will NEVER slice chicken into chunks for skewered kabobs ever again. This is one of those game-changers that change the way you cook for good.” —Jason L.
4. Pan-Seared Zucchini with Spicy Honey and Scallion
“Does anyone really love zucchini? They might after this. This recipe delivered everything that it promised. I was skeptical, but the reviews were fantastic. I’m a convert. The finished dish exceeded expectations. 100% a winner.” —Bob N.
3. Honey-Sriracha Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
“It’s a keeper! Be sure to bookmark this! I did all of the mise en place for my 11-year-old and then he cooked the dish with no trouble. I can imagine this would also be good with chicken, beef, or pork as well. I wish I had made a double batch because it disappeared so rapidly. This will become a part of my family’s dinner rotation for sure!” —Lisa G.B.
2. White Beans and Chorizo with Quick Marinated Tomatoes and Onions
“This dish comes together easily and the flavors are out of this world. The next day it was good as a cold bean salad. I’ll make it next time I have people over.” —Keith H.
1. Go-To Grilled Chicken Kebabs
“So easy and so delicious! This might just make it into our family ‘Top Ten’ for flavor, ease of prep, and short cooking time.” —Sally B.
