Lemon

Crisp, citrusy, and bubbly, this classic gin-and-Champagne cocktail is elegant enough for a party and easy enough to make in 5 minutes.

With black pepper, toasted sesame oil, and Castelvetrano olives, this margarita is for the savory drink lovers.

An optional pinch of saffron adds a golden hue and subtly floral flavor to tangy buttermilk pie.

The elegant French classic with butter, lemon, capers, and herbs.

It’s like the laid-back cousin of an Aperol Spritz.

Country-style lemonade with a salty-tangy twist.

Grated zucchini cooks down into a creamy lemon-Parmesan sauce that coats every strand of pasta.

A feel-good meal full of crunchy veg and even crunchier pita chips.

Using two entire lemons—pith, skin, and all—cranks up the citrus flavor in this classic dessert.

This creamy lemon pasta recipe is luscious and amply cheesy, but still bright and fresh. Best part: You can make it for dinner in just 15 minutes.

Whack raw asparagus with a rolling pin, then douse it in a lemony vinaigrette.

Learn how to make salmon en papillote (parchment paper salmon) with spring vegetables and a bright lemon-dill vinaigrette for an elegant, fuss-free meal.

Crispy, Parmesan-crusted cutlets make this spring dish sing.

A glug of lemon-lime soda gives this pound cake a citrusy zip and tender crumb.

An oven-baked take on the Atlanta classic.

A flurry of fresh tarragon makes this speedy weeknight dish of seared cod and luscious, sun-colored pan sauce feel restaurant worthy.

Invert the ratio of gin to vermouth for a party-friendly and slightly lighter drinking experience.

This punchy sweet-and-sour lemon drop cocktail is best served with a side of gossip at your next happy hour.

Boiling lobsters robs them of their sweet, briny flavor. Instead, steam them with this easy method.

A handful of pantry staples and fresh calamari pieces make this quick weeknight dinner taste like a sunny, seaside Italian vacation—any time of year.

A dusting of coarse sanding sugar gives these lemon cookies a sparkle perfect for any occasion.

We may be biased, but this is by far the best lemonade recipe we’ve tried.

With lots of olive oil and parm, this asparagus pasta recipe comes from L.A.’s Evan Funke.

A simply sunny pasta thanks to both zest and juice.