TOP 15: Recipes with Fresh Herbs to Use Up Summer’s Bounty

Cinzia Cuneo August 3, 2026 Eat Well, Herbs, Recipes, TOP Tens

7. Fava Bean Soup

Savory is used in this nourishing and comforting soup, which is typical of the Saguenay region of Quebec (Canada). This herb is one of the ingredients in “herbes de Provence“.

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6. Green “Wave” Risotto with Chervil

The green color of this risotto comes from the addition of arugula, parsley, and chervil. A risotto finished by stirring in cold butter is known as “risotto all’onda” (meaning “wavy” or “wave-like”); this step gives the dish such a supple, creamy consistency that, when ladled onto plates, it moves like a wave.

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5. Basil Sorbet

It is obviously associated with pesto, but basil can be prepared in all sorts of ways. It takes its name from the Latin word Basilicum and the Greek term Basilikos, both meaning “royal.” It is truly the king of herbs!

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4. Goat-Cheese Soufflé with Thyme

Thyme is a staple of Mediterranean and Provençal cuisine. Its delicate flavor — combining notes of mint, lemon, and pepper — gives a delightful aroma to this soufflé.

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