Healthy Summer Recipe Ideas

We spend all year looking forward to summer — the warm weather, the vacations, and most importantly, the food. The flavors of summer help create the magic of the season, giving you a refreshing boost after a long day of fun.

When you’re looking for healthy summer recipes, it’s important to look for something refreshing and light. Fruit is often a go-to summer food because they make a sweet snack and a healthy dessert. Go to any summer cookout and chances are you’ll find sliced watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple to snack on. Summer salad recipes are also popular for providing cool relief on a hot day. Add some chicken for extra protein and you get a healthy chicken salad recipe. 

Even though summer is coming to an end, that doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to your favorite summer recipes. We’ve put together some nutritious and delicious recipes that taste like summer without over-indulgence.

Each recipe features a new spin that lowers the indulgence factor without sacrificing flavor. Whether you’re looking for something with high protein, low carbs, or gluten-free, we’ve got you covered. 

Looking for something nutritious and easy to make? This healthy chicken salad recipe hits the mark. It uses avocado oil-based mayonnaise instead of regular canola oil-based mayonnaise, making it a healthier version of a classic summer staple. Turn it into a delicious sandwich or add it to a summer salad recipe for extra protein. 

Anyone with a sweet tooth will love this lighter take on the classic Mexican dessert. It still uses 3 different types of milk, but with a gluten-free cake mix that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Topped with fresh berries, this tres leches recipe pairs perfectly with a warm summer sunset. 

Few dishes capture the summer spirit like fish tacos do. We’re tweaking the classic fish taco to add more protein and fewer carbs. Your fish of choice is coated in almond flour, fried to perfection, and served with a tangy slaw and chipotle crema. 

Summer may be ending, but the good food doesn’t have to stop! With these recipes, you can keep the flavors of summer going as long as you want.