https://www.loveandlemons.com/ Healthy, whole food, vegan and vegetarian recipes Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:11:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://www.loveandlemons.com/succotash/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/succotash/#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:11:17 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=94900
This succotash recipe is a celebration of late summer vegetables, filled with sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, okra, and lima beans. I lean into the fresh flavors by adding herbs like basil and thyme and mix in a pinch of smoked paprika for smoky depth. Ready in under 30 minutes, this succotash recipe is an easy side dish to whip up when you have lots of summer veggies on hand. I’ve been making different variations on it for years (see the Summer Squash Succotash on page 273 of The Love & Lemons Cookbook), but I’ve been especially loving this version this […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/succotash/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/elote-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/elote-recipe/#comments Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:51:39 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=71925
This elote recipe is my favorite way to eat corn on the cob. I grill fresh sweet corn, then brush it with mayo and sprinkle it with cheese, chili, and lime for an easy (and absolutely delicious!) snack or side dish. Inspired by the Mexican street corn I’ve eaten at countless restaurants in Austin, it’s creamy, tangy, smoky, and sweet. Try it this summer—you won’t be able to get enough! Elote Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need to make this elote recipe: Fresh sweet corn, of course! Use the freshest corn on the cob you can find. Mayonnaise – It creates a […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/elote-recipe/feed/ 68 https://www.loveandlemons.com/grilled-portobello-mushrooms/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/grilled-portobello-mushrooms/#comments Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:46:38 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=93999
I make these grilled portobello mushrooms on repeat all summer. They’re such an easy side dish—meaty, savory, and ready in just 15 minutes on the grill. Their edges are lightly crisp and nicely charred, while their insides stay perfectly juicy. A quick balsamic marinade fills them with rich, smoky, tangy flavor. Below, I’m sharing my tips and tricks for how to grill portobello mushrooms, my go-to seasoning, and my favorite ways to serve them. They’re the sort of ultra-flavorful, super simple side dish I think everyone should have in their back pocket in summer. Try them for your next cookout […]

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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 […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/most-saved-may-dinner-recipes/feed/ 0 https://www.loveandlemons.com/coleslaw-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/coleslaw-recipe/#comments Sun, 19 May 2024 13:20:16 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=48538
This easy coleslaw recipe is great for just about any occasion—a weeknight dinner, a summer BBQ, or a fun picnic lunch. Shredded cabbage and carrots create its colorful base, and a homemade coleslaw dressing ties the whole thing together. Crunchy, creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet, it’s one of my favorite quick side dishes. I’ve made it for countless cookouts over the last 6 years, and this creamy coleslaw recipe is always a hit! Coleslaw Recipe Ingredients You only need a few basic ingredients to make this homemade coleslaw recipe! Green and red cabbage – They create the slaw’s crunchy base. […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/coleslaw-recipe/feed/ 179 https://www.loveandlemons.com/vegan-meal-prep-ideas/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/vegan-meal-prep-ideas/#respond Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:40:39 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=89430
If you want to eat more plants in 2026, these vegan meal prep ideas are for you! They include our best grab-and-go breakfasts, packable lunches, and make-ahead dinners—all healthy, delicious, and entirely plant-based. After weeks of holiday treats, I always start January in the mood for fresh, feel-good food. The easiest way to ensure I actually eat the nourishing meals I’m craving is by meal prepping. That way, when we’re running late for school drop off or I get bogged down with work, I’m not tempted to skip a meal or order takeout. I have a healthy option ready to go! […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/vegan-meal-prep-ideas/feed/ 0 https://www.loveandlemons.com/creamed-corn/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/creamed-corn/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:10:31 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=86689
Don’t buy creamed corn in a can—this recipe is easy to make from scratch! It calls for 8 basic ingredients, comes together in a single skillet, and tastes SO much better than any canned cream corn I’ve tried. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with crisp, juicy sweet corn, it’s a delicious, comforting side dish. You can make this recipe with fresh or frozen corn, but through September, while corn is still in season, I’ll be making it on repeat with fresh. I love the intense sweetness and satisfying crunch of the peak-season kernels in this dish. That said, if you want […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/creamed-corn/feed/ 2 https://www.loveandlemons.com/labor-day-recipes/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/labor-day-recipes/#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:03:32 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=86614
Looking for Labor Day food ideas? You’re in the right place! Below, I’ve rounded up our best Labor Day recipes for an epic end-of-summer cookout. You’ll find easy mains that you can toss on the grill, fun appetizers, seasonal side dishes, and—of course—summer desserts to round out the meal. I don’t know exactly what I’m making for our BBQ yet…but I do know that corn, tomatoes, and peaches will be on the menu. If you ask me, summer food is the best food. Celebrate it this weekend with these Labor Day recipes! Labor Day Appetizer Ideas Corn Salsa Crisp, juicy sweet […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/labor-day-recipes/feed/ 8 https://www.loveandlemons.com/shishito-peppers-recipe/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/shishito-peppers-recipe/#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:01:05 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=59301
This blistered shishito peppers recipe is the simplest summer appetizer. It relies on just 3 main ingredients—shishito peppers, salt, and oil—but it’s still flavorful, satisfying, and totally addictive. You might think you’re going to eat one pepper, maybe two, but before you know it, you’ll have devoured half the pan! Um…yes, I’m speaking from experience. If you’re not familiar with shishito peppers, they’re small, thin-walled peppers that are traditionally used in Japanese and Korean cooking. These days, you can often find them at farmers markets and at major grocery stores like Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s. Most of the time, shishitos […]

]]> https://www.loveandlemons.com/shishito-peppers-recipe/feed/ 11 https://www.loveandlemons.com/corn-salsa/ https://www.loveandlemons.com/corn-salsa/#comments Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:00:16 +0000 https://www.loveandlemons.com/?p=49004
This corn salsa recipe is full of fresh summer flavor! Sweet, juicy corn kernels play off crisp bell peppers and red onion, spicy jalapeños, cilantro, and zesty lime. I love to serve it as a summer appetizer with tortilla chips, and it’s also great on burrito bowls, taco salads, and more. Think Chipotle’s corn salsa, but better. Like many of my favorite summer recipes, this corn salsa is easy to make. Simply dice up the veggies, chop the corn kernels off the cob, and stir everything together. If you’re doing the math, that means that I use raw corn in […]

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