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Summer Recipes!

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Opt for light salads with crispy vegetables and juicy fruits. Try gazpacho, a cold Spanish soup rich in antioxidants.

For drinks, prepare water infused with cucumber and mint, or frozen fruit smoothies.

Avoid heavy and fatty meals, preferring grilled fish or roasted chicken with fresh side dishes. Don't forget healthy snacks like watermelon or homemade frozen yogurt and fruit popsicles.

Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly.

Limit alcohol and sugary drinks, as they can contribute to dehydration.

These dietary changes will not only refresh your body but also support your health during intense summer heat.

Cucumber Lemon Agua Fresca

Ingredients:

2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped

Juice of 2 lemons

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

2 tablespoons honey (optional)

4 cups water Ice

Instructions:

Blend cucumbers with lemon juice,

mint, and honey. Strain the mixture and pour into

a pitcher with water. Add ice and stir well.

Serve cold.

Summer Watermelon and Feta Salad

Ingredients:

4 cups cubed watermelon

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix watermelon, feta cheese, and onion

in a bowl. Add mint leaves. Combine oil

and vinegar in a separate container and pour

over the salad. Season with salt and pepper.

Serve chilled.

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Grilled Fish with Lemon and Herbs

Ingredients:

4 white fish fillets

(such as tilapia or sea bass)

2 tablespoons olive oilJuice of 1 lemon

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon mixed fresh chopped herbs (parsley, dill, cilantro)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mix oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.

Marinate the fish in this mixture for 15 minutes.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Remove fish from marinade and season with salt and pepper.

Cook on the grill for 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked through.

Serve hot with lemon wedges.

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