Summer heat? Go for fresh, light and colourful
25 June 2026
Summer is currently showing its warmest side. With temperatures regularly exceeding 30 degrees, many people find they have less of an appetite for heavy meals. It is precisely on days like these that fruit and vegetables are the ideal basis for a light, nutritious and refreshing meal. They are high in water content, vitamins and minerals, and help your body stay hydrated.
Refreshing favourites for hot days
After a hot day, you often don’t feel like cooking an elaborate meal. Fortunately, there are plenty of summer dishes that are quick to prepare and full of flavour. With fresh, seasonal fruit and vegetables, you can whip up light meals, refreshing drinks and colourful snacks in no time at all.
Summer herb salad
A salad is perhaps the perfect dish for a hot summer’s day. The Summer herb salad is a light and flavourful dish packed with fresh ingredients. Perfect as a lunch, a side dish or as part of a barbecue.
Pineapple and spinach smoothie with fresh mint
When the temperature rises, a refreshing drink is always welcome. This pineapple and spinach smoothie with fresh mint combines fruit and vegetables in a refreshing thirst-quencher that’s also packed with nutrients.
Fruit wraps with mixed red berries
Looking for a summery snack or a light dessert? These fruit wraps with mixed red fruits are quick to make and ideal for a sweet evening meal, a garden party or simply as a healthy snack.
Eat seasonally
In summer, there’s an abundance of delicious home-grown produce available. Think of cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce, strawberries, berries and melon. By choosing seasonal produce, you not only enjoy the best flavour, but you also contribute to a more sustainable food supply chain. On Veggipedia, you can easily see which fruits and vegetables are currently in season and which recipes go well with them.