Home Summer recipes Summer recipes Explore our collection of sumptuous summer recipes. From seasonal salads to light and fruity puds, we reveal the best dishes to serve al fresco on a sun-soaked terrace. SPRING | SUMMER | AUTUMN | WINTER Petits pois a la Francaise Go green: a fine dish in its own right, Petits pois a la Francaise is also the perfect accompaniment to roast quail or squab pigeon. Venetian classic: Risi e bisi Pretty peas: this Venetian classic, Risi e bisi, is similar to a risotto, but with a soup-like base. Seafood, fennel and saffron stew Fennel is a natural companion to fish. Strawberry, rhubarb and almond tart with rosemary ice cream Strawberries and rhubarb make a delicious combination in this pretty tart. Blueberry and lemon-curd cream-cheese rolls The indulgent ingredients in this delicous recipe probably outweigh the berries' health benefits. Gooseberry baked Alaska with fennel pollen and mascarpone This gooseberry baked Alaska will brighten any summer dining table and the fennel pollen really enhances the flavours. Strawberries with rosewater ice cream Ripe strawberries are the perfect accompaniment to this gelato-like rosewater ice cream, says Simon Hopkinson. Strawberries in red wine Soaking strawberries in wine and orange liqueur will lift their flavour to new heights, says Simon Hopkinson. Spiced broad beans with baked eggs This recipe is inspired by a classic Persian dish that lets the broad beans take a starring role. Beetroot, rosemary and balsamic tarte tatin, with Parmesan, herb-and-crumb-crusted fillet of beef and red-wine jus Beetroot is a hugely versatile ingredient, says our kichen garden cook. Pan-fried cod with hazelnut mash and braised lettuce with peas and soya beans Nothing compares to the soft, floppy leaves of a homegrown British lettuce. Rachel Green's raspberry Queen of Puddings Celebrity chef and committed ambassador of British produce, Rachel Green reveals a delicious recipe for a summertime treat. Rhubarb, blood-orange and ginger heart pie Now's the time to make the most of rhubarb. Kofta curry with stuffed parathas and cucumber raita These curried delights will always be welcome. Barbecued mackerel with chilli pesto drizzle and heirloom tomato orzo salad Baked into picnic bread or served with barbecued mackerel, just two of our favourite tomato recipes to try. Lavender and lemon layer cake with vanilla mascarpone icing Baked into a lemon layer cake or sandwiched between chocolate kisses, just two of our favourite lavender recipes to try. Barbecued corn on the cob with rose harissa chicken and kale chips Barbecued and served with rose harissa chicken or blended into quinoa soup, just two of our favourite corn on the cob recipes to try. Courgette terrine with tomato vinaigrette Sultry weather signals the arrival of the courgette, that most summery of vegetables, says Simon Hopkinson. Plum pavlova with ginger and almond Simmered with ginger and served with almond pavlova or baked into cake: just two of our favourite plum recipes this summer. Best beetroot recipes Stirred into risotto and served with fillet of beef or sliced into carpaccio: just two of our favourite beetroot recipes this summer. < Previous Next >