No-Cook

The vinaigrette for this salad benefits from standing for 1 hour to let the flavors of the thyme and garlic develop.

Also a good sauce for grilled or sautéed fish. The basil could easily — and deliciously — be replaced by cilantro, parsley or chives.

Here's a colorful and delicious addition to a brunch menu. It also makes a lovely light dessert on its own.

Here's a marinade that was inspired by the spicy food served at a favorite Connecticut restaurant of the same name. It's nice for jumbo shrimp, sea scallops and chicken. The recipe makes enough to marinate about 1 1/2 pounds of seafood or poultry. Any marinade coming in contact with raw meat, seafood or poultry must be boiled for one minute before using it for basting.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Here's a light way with stuffed vegetables.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe was created to accompany Grilled Ground Lamb Kebabs with Fresh Hot-Pepper Paste

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Also very nice on toasted bagels.

Mangoes are a delicious tropical addition to this tangy-sweet dish.

This cool salsa is the ideal accompaniment for grilled shrimp.