This colorful Southern classic is best when made a day or two in advance, to let the corn and butterbeans “pickle.”
RECIPES
Watermelon Arnold Palmer
Lemon-melon ice cubes make this classic beverage even more refreshing. Add a straw, and sip.
Watermelon Sorbet
Orange juice gives this light summer dessert a bright flavor.
Four Ways With Watermelon
Cool and colorful, watermelon is a warm-weather staple in the South. Here are some unexpected recipes for enjoying a slice of summer — on a plate, with a spoon, and through a straw.
Grilled Fish Tacos with Watermelon Pico de Gallo
This sweet and hot relish is the perfect topping for fresh North Carolina fish tacos. For the best texture, stir together just before serving.
Minty Watermelon & Cucumber Salad
A cool and simple salad for family reunions, church gatherings, or any weeknight supper.
Dilly-Swiss Tomato Pie
How do you improve upon already-pretty-perfect summer tomatoes? Put ’em in a pie.Â
Peach Tea Cocktail
At the height of summer, nothing tastes better than fresh peaches — that is, until you add them to a glass. Try this refreshing spiked peach tea tonight.
Fried Green Tomato Sauce Recipes
Making fried green tomatoes couldn’t be easier: Simply slice a couple of large green tomatoes, dip them first in buttermilk and then your favorite breading mix, and fry until golden. The fun part is finding creative ways to serve this Southern classic.
