Summer is basically the main character season, especially for the girls. Everything feels brighter, happier and a little more fun. It’s the time for iced drinks, fresh fruit and recipes that look just as cute as they taste. Whether you’re planning a picnic, beach day, tan session or just a chill afternoon with friends, the right snacks can make it feel even more special. From sweet treats to refreshing bites, these fun and easy recipes are perfect for adding a pop of color and a whole lot of flavor to your summer days:
Peach Honey Summer Salad:
Ingredients for salad:
- ArugulaÂ
- 1 peach (diced)
- 1 heirloom tomato (diced)
- Chopped basil
- Burrata cheese (chopped)
- 1 shallot (diced)
- Orakube pecans
Dressing:
- 3 tbsp of olive oil
- 3 tbsp of balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Sprinkle of salt
- Sprinkle of black pepper
Preparation:
In a bowl, add arugula over the diced peach, diced tomato, burrata cheese (chopped), diced shallot, praline pecans and a sprinkle of basil. In a bowl, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, mustard, honey, salt and pepper. Mix well, drizzle all over the salad, stir it all together and serve!
Chocolate Covered Strawberry and Yogurt Clusters:
Ingredients:
- Strawberries (chopped)
- 1 cup of yogurt of your choice
- 3-4 tbsp of honey or agave
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of chocolate chips of your choice
- 1 tbsp of coconut oil
Preparation:Â
Mix the yogurt, honey and vanilla together. Then fold in the chopped strawberries. Scoop into clusters and freeze for 1-2 hours. Once they are frozen, coat the clusters in the melted chocolate. Lastly, place back into the freezer for another 10 minutes and enjoy!
Fruit Sorbet:
Ingredients:
- Frozen fruit (this can be just one or a few)
- Lemon juice
- Maple Syrup (or any sweetener)
Preparation:
Place all of the ingredients together in a blender or food processor. Blend until it’s fully combined and smooth. Then pour into a dish and freeze for 30+ minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Acai Bowls:
Ingredients:
- 1 packet of unsweetened acai puree (or 1-2 tsp of powder)
- ½ cup of frozen blueberries and strawberries
- 1 frozen banana
- ¼ or ½ cup of milk or juice
- ÂĽ cup of plain yogurt (optional)
- Toppings: granola, seeds, nuts, honey, fresh fruit
Preparation:
Freeze fruit (if not already frozen), then blend everything (acai, fruit, milk, yogurt) until thick and smooth. Finally, pour into a bowl and add your choice of toppings. Eat up and enjoy!