Making tasty healthy recipes for warm weather
During the warm weather you may be looking for other recipes that fit well. We have several recipes here:
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Watermelon salad: Combine pieces of fresh watermelon, cucumber, feta cheese and mint leaves. Drizzle with a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
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Grilled chicken salad with avocado: Grill pieces of chicken fillet and serve on a bed of mixed green leaf lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado and roasted corn. Drizzle with a light vinaigrette.
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Gazpacho: Blend tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, onion, garlic, olive oil, vinegar and salt in a blender until a smooth soup. Serve cold and garnish with chopped fresh herbs.
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Quinoa salad with grilled vegetables: Cook quinoa according to package directions. Grill vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant and peppers. Mix the cooked quinoa and grilled vegetables together and add fresh herbs and a dressing.
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Greek chicken wrap: Fill whole wheat wraps with grilled chicken breast, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese and a yogurt sauce with garlic and herbs.
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Grilled Salmon with Lemon and Dill: Marinate salmon fillets with lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt and pepper. Grill the salmon until cooked through and serve with a side of roasted vegetables.
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Fruity quinoa salad: Mix cooked quinoa with pieces of fresh mango, pineapple, pomegranate seeds, chopped mint leaves and a dressing of lime juice and honey.
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Caprese salad: Combine tomato slices, mozzarella and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
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Cucumber soup: Blend cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a blender until a smooth soup. Serve chilled with a pinch of dill as garnish.
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Grilled vegetable skewers: Thread pieces of pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, onion and cherry tomatoes onto skewers. Brush with olive oil and herbs to taste. Grill until the vegetables are cooked and lightly browned.
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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese: Combine fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped almonds. Drizzle with a dressing of balsamic vinegar and honey.
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Mexican Quinoa Salad: Mix cooked quinoa with black beans, corn, chopped tomatoes, avocado, red onion and fresh cilantro. Season with lime juice, olive oil, cumin and chili powder.
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Tropical fruit salad: Cut pineapple, mango, kiwi, papaya and banana into pieces. Mix them together and sprinkle with lime juice and a pinch of grated coconut.
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Greek couscous salad: Prepare whole wheat couscous according to package directions. Mix it with halved cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, crumbled feta cheese and a dressing of lemon juice, olive oil and oregano.
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Chicken and vegetable skewers with peanut sauce: Thread pieces of chicken fillet, pepper, onion and mushrooms onto skewers. Grill them until the chicken is done. Serve with homemade peanut sauce.
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Stuffed peppers: Halve peppers and remove the seeds. Fill them with a mixture of cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, chopped tomatoes, onion and herbs to taste. Bake them in the oven until they are soft.
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Summer vegetable soup: Cook a mix of seasonal vegetables such as zucchini, yellow squash, carrots and green beans in a vegetable stock. Season with herbs and serve hot or cold.
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Avocado-cucumber soup: Blend ripe avocado, cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, lime juice and fresh herbs such as cilantro or mint in a blender until a smooth soup. Serve chilled.
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Greek yogurt with fresh fruit and granola: Spoon Greek yogurt into a bowl and add fresh fruit such as berries, peach slices or mango pieces. Sprinkle with homemade granola for some extra crunch.
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Healthy popsicles: Mix fresh fruit of your choice with water or coconut water and pour the mixture into popsicle molds. Freeze until firm.
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Stuffed zucchini boats: Halve zucchini lengthwise and hollow out. Fill them with a mixture of quinoa, chopped vegetables, feta cheese and herbs. Bake them in the oven until they are soft.
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Summer green smoothie: Blend fresh spinach, cucumber, celery, pineapple and coconut water in a blender until a smooth smoothie. Add ice cubes for a refreshing twist.
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Cold noodle dish: Cook thin rice noodles according to package directions. Rinse under cold water and mix with julienned vegetables, such as carrots, cucumber and peppers. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil and fresh herbs.
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Healthy chicken satay: Marinate pieces of chicken fillet in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, ginger and lime juice. Grill the chicken and serve with a homemade peanut sauce.
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Grilled peach and goat cheese salad: Grill peach slices until soft. Place them on a bed of arugula or mixed green leaf lettuce and crumble goat's cheese over them. Drizzle with a dressing of balsamic vinegar and honey.
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Summer tomato salad: Slice different types of tomatoes and mix them with chopped basil, mozzarella and olives. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
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Stuffed Avocado Salad: Hollow out ripe avocados and fill them with a mix of quinoa, black beans, corn, chopped tomatoes and fresh herbs. Sprinkle with lime juice and serve with tortilla chips.
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp: Marinate shrimp in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, olive oil and spices to taste. Grill them until they are pink and done. Serve with a fresh salad.
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Turkish chickpea salad: Mix cooked chickpeas with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, fresh parsley and a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, cumin and garlic.
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Grilled vegetable sandwich: Grill slices of zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper and red onion. Place them on whole wheat bread with hummus and fresh basil leaves.
These are just a few ideas for healthy recipes for warm weather. You can adjust and vary them based on your taste and the availability of ingredients. Don't forget to stay hydrated and enjoy light and refreshing meals during hot days!