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Summer heat is worth it when it rewards us with a bountiful harvest of fragrant basil. Now’s the time to make as many basil-packed recipes as you can before the season ends. Here are 10 favorites for your summer basil bucket list.
1. Insalata Caprese II
Let’s start this basil-fest with a classic summertime recipe that lets the unique flavor and bright color of fresh basil shine through. Whole basil leaves are layered between slices of summer-ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese, with a drizzle of the best olive oil you can spring for. So simple, so incredibly delicious.
Photo by Spunky Buddy
Browse more recipes for caprese salad. For an extra-indulgent spin on caprese, try this peach, basil, and burrata appetizer.
2. Tomato, Basil, and Feta Salad
If you’re lucky enough to have homegrown or seasonal heirloom tomatoes, feel free to use them instead of the roma (plum) tomatoes called for in this recipe.
Photo by CookinBug
3. Proper Pesto
Chef John swears that crushing the ingredients by hand releases flavors you just can’t get by any other method. If you love pesto, take a look at this video and see what you think.
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4. Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
Spicy Thai basil contributes to the refreshing flavor of these popular no-cook spring rolls. Watch the video to see how to roll them up.
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5. Zippy Summer Shrimp
A handful of fresh basil elevates the flavor of this super-quick and easy shrimp dish.
Photo by Dianne
6. Summer Corn Salad
Lisa Scott Provost says, “A very summery flavor! We use less onion, and use a sweet variety — and the longer it refrigerates, the better it tastes.”
Photo by Molly
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7. Zavioli with Spinach and Ricotta
Thin strips of zucchini are stuffed with spinach, basil, and ricotta for a fresh and summery (and low-carb) take on traditional ravioli.
8. Pasta al Mediterraneo
Try this fresh spin on tuna pasta salad. Instead of the usual mayo holding everything together, you’ll use olive oil and lemon juice drizzled over tuna, pasta, olives, pine nuts, basil, and feta cheese. Katiec17 says, “I don’t often make the same recipe twice but I would definitely make this one again!”
Photo by Dianne
9. Pasta Pomodoro
Another summer classic to make when your market is overflowing with vine-ripened tomatoes and bright green basil. Ready in only 30 minutes, this quick and satifying pasta dish is a perfect weeknight go-to.
Photo by MidwestMom
10. Balsamic Bruschetta
First things first: It’s pronounced brew-SKET-uh. Moving on, it’s a favorite summertime appetizer that uses all the fresh tomatoes and basil you can spoon onto toasted bread. For a little extra zest, rub the toasted bread very lightly with the cut edge of a garlic close. I said lightly.
Photo by Meredith
Did You Know?
Yes, basil really is known as the king of herbs. Its name comes from the Greek “basileus,” which translates as “royal” or “king.”
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- Browse our entire crop of basil recipes.
- Find out why you should tear your basil by hand instead of chopping it.
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