Light Summer Eating: Fresh, Local and Healthy ☀️
Want to eat well this summer without breaking the bank? Take advantage of fresh, local ingredients to whip up healthy meals, perfect for picnics and barbecues on hot days. Here are a few simple and tasty tips to enjoy all summer long!
Add some color to your plate
In summer, market stalls overflow with local fruits and vegetables: strawberries, blueberries, cucumbers, carrots, zucchini, tomatoes... it's the perfect time to enjoy them! These in-season foods are affordable, tasty, and nutritious.
👉 Try planning your healthy meals around what you find at the market: it’s a great way to diversify your diet, support local producers, save money, and reduce food waste!
- Hemp seed pesto
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Hemp seed fruit salad
Plant-based barbecues and light meals: make plant proteins your go-to
You don't need meat for a good barbecue! Plant-based proteins such as tofu, tempeh or legumes (chickpeas, lentils, kidney beans) are excellent for your health... and perfect for the grill!
👉 Marinate them with spices, roast them with vegetables (like peppers, zucchini, onions), or slide them onto vegetarian skewers. These alternatives are delicious, lighter and often more affordable than meat!
- Tempeh bacon
- Tofu fajitas
Plan ahead to make the most of summer
Summer days fly by! Between picnics and outdoor activities, we often end up eating on the go. To avoid last-minute choices (often less balanced and more expensive), think about planning a few meals in advance using simple, local, and easy-to-assemble ingredients!
👉 Prep portions of hearty salads or legumes in advance, which you can easily take on a picnic or enjoy cold at home. Keeping marinated tofu, pre-cut veggies, or homemade hummus in the fridge makes healthy eating a breeze, even on the hottest days! When heading out , don't forget your insulated bag or cooler to keep food fresh. Pack it last and put everything in the fridge as soon as you get back home!
- Tempeh tortillas
- Yellow pea hummus
- Banh mi with tofu
Summer is the perfect time to embrace healthy, local, and fresh eating. Explore our summer recipes to add variety to your vegan picnics and barbecues, without breaking the bank!
Why not turn these good habits into a way of life, even after the holidays? 😊