Burgers are great, but sometimes it’s nice to mix up what’s between the bun. Here the answer is excitingly original: hoisin-glazed chicken burgers. Simple chicken patties get tons of flavor here, thanks to a finishing glaze of delicious hoisin sauce. Topped with a lime-infused carrot slaw, which has a generous serving of cilantro and mint, too, this burger is not only tasty, but fresh and hearty. If you make the carrot topping ahead, make sure to drain off any extra liquid before topping the patties to avoid making the buns soggy.

Here’s a universal truth about good recipes: Smart steps lead to better cooking. In the case of this tomato tart recipe, that includes pre-seasoning the tomatoes so that they release excess juices. Doing this means that the tomato liquid doesn’t seep out and make the tart soggy. These top an herbed Cheddar-mayonnaise mixture and crispy phyllo sheets for something part Southern tomato pie and part spanakopita. A green salad with cucumbers and avocado would be a nice addition to make this meal heartier.

This salad is the perfect combination of many flavors: there’s salty and rich feta cheese, sweet summer cantaloupe, a tart Champagne vinaigrette, toasted pecans, and herbaceous fresh basil. It’s this complex layering of tastes and textures that allows what’s actually an easy fruit-and-cheese salad to feel like dinner. Not to mention, it’s pretty, and we eat with our eyes first, after all. Add slices of grilled ciabatta and this just might become your new favorite summer dinner. Serve with rosé or mint-infused sparkling water to round out the chill summer vibes.