The beauty of summer cooking is its simplicity. Head to the local farmer's market and you'll find tons of fresh, seasonal vegetables that taste equally delicious on their own or cooked into dishes.
After a long, cold winter full of heavy, protein-rich meals, summer is the best time to take a break from meat and embrace the best foods nature has to offer.
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Mashable asked the Institute of Culinary Education to share a few fresh, vegetarian dishes perfect for warm-weather cookouts.
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