15 Crave-Worthy Summer Vegetable Recipes

By Jenn Segal

From gazpacho salad to grilled baby potatoes, make most of the bountiful seasonal produce with these crave-worthy summer vegetable recipes.

Bruschetta

In this summery bruschetta, briny olives and a splash of balsamic vinegar liven up the classic tomato and basil topping.
Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Dill

These crispy zucchini fritters make a wonderful starter or side dish, and they’re a delicious way to use up your summer zucchini.
Israeli Salad with Feta

Simple but packed with flavor, Israeli salad is a standard accompaniment to most Israeli meals (even breakfast!).
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze

In this jazzed up Caprese salad, a balsamic glaze adds a pop of tangy-sweet flavor to every bite.
Zucchini Noodles with Pesto & Pine Nuts

These zucchini noodles are peeled into wide ribbons to mimic pappardelle pasta, and pesto adds vibrant summer flavor.
Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a bright and chunky summer vegetable stew. Make and big batch over the weekend to use as a base for meals throughout the week.
Grilled Baby Potatoes with Dijon Mustard & Herbs

A thick Dijon mustard marinade gives these grilled baby potatoes great texture and flavor. Perfect for a summer cookout!
Asian Slaw with Ginger Peanut Dressing

Cool and crunchy, this flavorful Asian slaw is a delicious way to eat your colors.
Chesapeake Corn, Tomatoes & Basil

This classic summer combination gets a subtle kick of flavor from Old Bay seasoning.
Thai Cucumber Salad with Peanuts

This light cucumber salad is one of my lunchtime staples. The dressing is tangy and sweet, and the peanuts add a welcome salty crunch.
Corn, Zucchini & Tomatoes with Goat Cheese

Need to the perfect side to jazz up simply grilled chicken, salmon, or steak? This corn, zucchini, and tomato sauté with creamy goat cheese is the ticket!
Roasted Pepper Salad with Feta, Pine Nuts & Basil

This make-ahead, party-perfect salad tops sweet and smoky bell peppers with all the good things.
Roasted Green Beans with Garlic, Lemon, Pine Nuts & Parmesan

Want to take green beans to a whole new level? This recipe is the answer!
Black Bean and Corn Salad with Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette

This make-ahead black bean and corn salad is a real crowd-pleaser. Bonus: it doubles as a dip!
Summer Gazpacho Salad

A chunkier version of gazpacho, this summery salad is filled with juicy tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and crunchy cucumbers.