These basil recipes, from salads to chicken dinners to drinks and sides, are the perfect way to use summer’s best herb.

Pad prik king (red curry chicken and green beans): This dry curry from Alexa Weibel comes together almost instantly in the ...

When the sun is shining and the days are long, there’s nothing more satisfying than a fresh, crisp, and vibrant salad. This ...

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk vinegar, honey, and mustard until combined. Whisking constantly, slowly stream in oil until emulsified; season with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, gently stirring to ...

Place the chopped tomatoes in a colander resting over a plate. Sprinkle with the salt. Let sit for 15 minutes. You’ll be left ...

When it comes to heirloom tomatoes, are you a mayo person or more partial to a punchy vinaigrette? This luscious salad recipe ...

Pour off any liquid from the cucumber mixture. Add 4 chopped medium tomatoes, 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh herb leaves, ...

Drizzle the dressing over the tomato-bread mixture, tossing gently to coat. 4. Place 1/2 cup of arugula on each of 6 serving plates. Top each with the salad mixture and serve.

Left alone for a little while, a simple tomato salad will quietly transform into a deeply flavored, marinated one. Letting the tomatoes marinate as little as 20 minutes can help build flavor.