https://www.loveandlemons.com/ Healthy, whole food, vegan and vegetarian recipes Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:52:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.loveandlemons.com/tuscan-marinated-olives-with-whipped-ricotta/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/tuscan-marinated-olives-with-whipped-ricotta/#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:40:24 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93484
This post is in partnership with The Spice House. Jack isn’t usually an olive person, but every time I make these marinated olives with whipped ricotta, he can’t get enough. They’re quickly becoming one of my go-to appetizers for summer entertaining because they feel elevated, but they’re so easy to make. Citrus- and herb-marinated olives sit on a bed of creamy whipped ricotta cheese with a golden ring of olive oil pooling around it. It looks (and tastes!) like something you could get at a restaurant, but it comes together in under 30 minutes. The secret ingredient in this recipe […]

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This antipasto salad recipe is exactly what I crave on a hot summer day. Filled with a delicious mix of greens, cheeses, and tangy, briny marinated veggies, it’s refreshing, flavorful, and oh-so simple to toss together. You don’t have to do any actual cooking here. Just whisk up the zesty homemade dressing, rinse off some chickpeas, and do a little chopping. This vibrant antipasto salad will be ready in 30 minutes or less! Antipasto Salad Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need to make this antipasto salad recipe: Arugula and radicchio – These bitter greens make up the base of the salad. […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/antipasto-salad/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/red-wine-vinaigrette/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/red-wine-vinaigrette/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:14:44 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93898
Meet my go-to red wine vinaigrette recipe! Made with basic ingredients like olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, this 5-minute salad dressing has a delicious balanced flavor. It’s tangy, savory, and a tiny bit sweet—so much better than any bottled dressing you can get at the store. I’ve been slowly perfecting this red wine vinaigrette recipe over the last few years. When I first started making it, I used too much vinegar, giving the dressing an overly-acidic punch. I gradually tempered it with more oil, honey, and mustard to create a smooth, emulsified texture and complex flavor that […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/red-wine-vinaigrette/feed/ 4 https://www.loveandlemons.com/sauteed-zucchini/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/sauteed-zucchini/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:22:44 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93759
This sautéed zucchini recipe is on repeat in my kitchen every summer. Ready in 15 minutes, it’s such an easy side dish. The zucchini cooks on the stovetop with olive oil or butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. When it’s tender and browned, I season it with a squeeze of lemon for brightness, then add garnishes like red pepper flakes, parsley, and/or Parmesan for savory depth. Out of the many, many zucchini recipes I’ve shared over the years, this simple sautéed zucchini is one I make most often. It’s so quick and so flavorful, with delicious caramelization from the hot skillet. […]

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Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a comment on the recipe’s blog post. At the end of the month, I randomly select one winner to receive a prize. I love the sense of community that comes from so many people cooking one recipe each month. We’re kicking off our June challenge today with our cowboy caviar recipe, and I hope you’ll join in the fun. Here’s how it works: The Prize: A $100 Whole Foods […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/white-sangria-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/white-sangria-recipe/#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 14:20:14 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93780
This summer, this white sangria recipe is the pitcher cocktail I can’t stop making. It’s crisp, bright, and refreshing, a delicious blend of white wine, orange liqueur, and fresh fruit. I sometimes add a little peach schnapps to make it even fruitier, but it’s also lovely with just a touch of simple syrup for sweetness. A handful of mint rounds out the fresh summer flavors. It’s the perfect drink for summer entertaining. This easy white sangria recipe makes a whole pitcher and is designed to make ahead. Peaches, berries, and citrus infuse the wine with fruity flavor as it chills overnight […]

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May is one of my favorite months to cook. It’s a delicious mashup of spring and summer, with veggies like asparagus, peas, fresh herbs, and radishes all over the farmers market and tomatoes and zucchini on their way. We have the occasional chilly night or two, where a cozy bowl of asparagus soup might hit the spot, but we also kick off grilling season over Memorial Day weekend, ushering in months of cookouts, picnics, and generally eating outside as often as possible. Our most-saved May dinner recipes reflect all of that. This month, our readers loved produce-packed weeknight meals like pasta […]

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This rhubarb crisp recipe is the first thing I make when I come home with fresh rhubarb in the spring. The rhubarb bakes into a juicy, tangy filling underneath a buttery oat topping. It’s sweet, tart, crunchy, and saucy, and it couldn’t be easier to make. Step aside, strawberry rhubarb pie—this rhubarb crisp recipe is my favorite spring dessert! Enjoy it on its own, or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to take this recipe over the top. I love the contrast of the warm crisp with the cold ice cream, and it adds a little extra sweetness to balance […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/rhubarb-crisp/feed/ 38 https://www.loveandlemons.com/broccoli-salad/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/broccoli-salad/#comments Thu, 23 May 2024 12:33:24 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=36861
This broccoli salad recipe is one of my favorite side dishes. A creamy, tangy homemade dressing coats crisp broccoli florets, chewy dried cranberries, sharp red onion, and smoky roasted almonds and sunflower seeds. It’s my lighter spin on classic Midwest broccoli salad, and though you won’t find any cheese or bacon here, it’s every bit as delicious. Even salad skeptics love it. This broccoli salad recipe is easy to make, and even better, make ahead. A few hours or a day in the fridge gives the broccoli a chance to soften and soak up the dressing’s punchy flavor. Pack it […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/broccoli-salad/feed/ 454 https://www.loveandlemons.com/recipe-spotlight-potato-salad/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/recipe-spotlight-potato-salad/#respond Fri, 22 May 2026 14:31:30 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93684
I grew up in the Midwest, where classic creamy potato salad was on the menu at every summer cookout. As a kid, it wasn’t my favorite, often bland and verging on mushy (my least favorite texture). But these days, I’m a potato salad convert. I serve it almost every time I host friends and family in the summer. So, what changed? I learned how to make a potato salad that was packed with flavor. This potato salad recipe is my go-to. I’m planning to make this recipe for at least one gathering over Memorial Day weekend, and I know many […]

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