5 Nutritious and Unique Summer Dishes to Brighten Your Day

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5 Nutritious and Unique Summer Dishes to Brighten Your Day

A well-balanced diet should include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Ideally, these meals should be both satisfying and nutritious. We’ve curated an unusual menu for you that will not only keep you energized and full throughout the day but also bring a touch of summer cheer.

Breakfast: Oatmeal Omelette

For those who aren’t fond of traditional oatmeal for breakfast, we have a more elegant solution. Our oatmeal omelette combines all the necessary nutrients with an extraordinary, vibrant taste. Add a pinch of cinnamon and some fruits to make your breakfast the most memorable meal of the day, especially if you rarely get a chance to break for lunch.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of oatmeal
  • 1/2 cup of cane sugar
  • 1/3 cup of flaxseeds
  • 1 tsp of baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp of salt
  • 1 cup of coconut milk
  • 1 cup of skim milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1.5 tsp of vanilla
  • 1.5 tbsp of butter
  • 2 persimmons
  • 2/3 cup of raspberries
  • 1 banana (sliced)
  • Syrup of your choice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix oatmeal, cane sugar, flaxseeds, baking powder, and coconut milk.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, vanilla, and butter. Then, mix both bowls together and add the fruits.
  4. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for 45 minutes.

Lunch: Chicken with Yogurt and Vegetables

This lunch will make you want to eat healthily and never skip this important meal of the day again. Our chicken with yogurt and vegetables recipe is similar to shawarma but without the pita and cooked in a pan. The tender meat, mild cheese flavor, and vitamin-rich ingredients are just what you need to stay on your feet all day.

Ingredients:

  • 600g chicken fillet
  • 1 tbsp of honey
  • 1 tsp of paprika
  • 2 tsp of cumin
  • 2 tsp of salt and pepper
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 4 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 5 tbsp of olive oil
  • 2 potatoes (sliced)
  • 1 bunch of asparagus
  • 4 cups of cooked couscous
  • 1/2 cup of sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 carrots (sliced)
  • Cream cheese
  • 1 container of Greek yogurt
  • 1 bunch of fresh mint
  • 1 red onion (sliced)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, mix chicken, honey, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, lemon juice, garlic, and 2 tbsp of olive oil. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, arrange potatoes, asparagus, and carrots. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 15-20 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the oven.
  3. Place the chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, gently combine chicken, vegetables, onion, couscous, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Mix yogurt, garlic, cheese, and mint. Add the sauce to the main dish and serve.

Snack: Vegetable Salad with Toasts

Instead of snacking on sweets, chips, or other unhealthy and unnecessary foods, it’s better to prepare a light salad that you can take with you or enjoy at home. Juicy cherry tomatoes will appeal to those with a sweet tooth, while cheese and crispy toasts will turn your snack into a delightful experience.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp of soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1 tbsp of sea salt
  • 1 red onion (sliced)
  • 4 tomatoes (sliced)
  • Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1-2 tbsp of finely chopped basil
  • Toasts from white bread
  • Cream cheese
  • Olives

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, and salt. Add the onion and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, combine tomatoes and cherry tomatoes. Add the previous mixture, mix well, and season with salt.
  3. Prepare the toasts, spread them with cheese, sprinkle with basil, and top with olives. Serve with the salad.

Dinner: Chicken Tacos

For some, dinner is the first substantial meal of the day, so it should be hearty yet light to avoid overloading the stomach. Our unique chicken tacos recipe is delicious, exotic, and simple. This dinner will be special and nutritious.

Ingredients:

  • 900g chicken fillet
  • 2 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1 tbsp of honey
  • 2 heads of garlic (minced)
  • 2 chili peppers (minced)
  • 2 tsp of paprika
  • 1 tsp of cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 tortillas
  • 1-2 cups of couscous or guacamole
  • 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup of cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup of parsley
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 2 peaches (diced)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup of basil
  • Lime juice

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, marinate the chicken with honey, garlic, cumin, olive oil, chili, and paprika. Add salt to taste and let it sit for 30 minutes.
  2. For the salsa sauce, blend tomatoes, peaches, jalapeno, parsley, basil, lime juice, and salt in a blender. Pour the mixture into a pan.
  3. Bake the chicken for 20 minutes, then let it cool and cut it into pieces.
  4. On a heated tortilla, layer couscous, chicken, salsa sauce, and cheese. Sprinkle with greens and wrap into a crispy taco.

Dessert: Ice Cream Sandwiches

No meal feels complete without dessert. And who doesn’t want to treat themselves to something special after a hearty dinner? Waffles bring a touch of Parisian atmosphere, while ice cream and fresh fruits remind us that summer is just around the corner.

Ingredients:

  • Waffles (Vienna or gaufres)
  • Syrup of your choice
  • 1/2 cup of raspberries
  • 1/2 cup of blueberries
  • 1/2 tsp of vanilla
  • Ice cream of your choice

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix and mash the berries, syrup, and vanilla.
  2. Heat the waffles in the microwave.
  3. Place a scoop of ice cream on the bottom waffle, drizzle with the berry syrup, and top with the second waffle.
  4. Serve immediately.

Enjoy your summer-inspired meals and stay energized throughout the day! Don’t forget to share your culinary creations with us. For more healthy recipes, check out EatingWell.

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