If you’re getting a CSA box like mine right now, you already know: corn and tomatoes have officially taken over. And I’m not mad about it at all! This is the two-plus-week stretch every summer where I stop overthinking dinner and just let the produce do the work.

Here’s what’s actually happening in my kitchen this week (and for probably several to come):

1. Corn straight off the cob, husked in about 10 seconds flat

I used to hate husking corn. All those silky strings stuck to everything! Then I started using my kernel cutter and it’s genuinely one of those tools that feels like cheating. Not only does it help husk the ears of corn, it also removes the kernels in seconds. A few twists and the silk is gone, kernels are ready for salads, salsas, or just butter and salt straight up. I don’t know how I survived for so long without it!

2. The tomato salad I make on repeat

Thick-cut tomatoes, a little flaky salt, good olive oil, torn basil. That’s it. The only “trick” is using a knife that actually glides through ripe tomato skin instead of squashing it — my tomato knife does the job without turning my cutting board into a crime scene. This knife also works great when slicing bread and other soft foods without crushing.

3. Corn and tomato salsa for literally everything

Raw corn (yes, raw — trust me), diced tomato, lime, cilantro, a pinch of chili powder. Goes on tacos, grilled chicken, scrambled eggs, or straight into my mouth with a tortilla chip. So many possibilities, and so delicious!!

4. Grilled corn, elote-style

This is such an underrated combination: mayo, cotija, chili powder, lime. If you haven’t grilled your corn this summer yet, this is your sign. And grab yourself a container of Street Corn Seasoning to bring it to the next level!

5. Tomato and corn pasta, no cooked sauce required

Toss hot pasta with diced raw tomato, corn, olive oil, and parmesan. The residual heat softens everything just enough. Ten minutes, no stove required beyond boiling water. This is perfect for those nights when you have no energy to cook and your bank account says Uber Eats isn’t an option.

That’s the week. Nothing fancy — just really good produce and a couple of tools that make the prep faster than the eating.

Which will you try first? What recipe would you add to the list? Let us know in the comments!