30 Healthy Summer Recipes

The weather is heating up and we have 30 delicious healthy summer recipes for you to try. Packed with light, fresh and vibrant seasonal ingredients, many of these are great for feeding a crowd or serving up at a BBQ. From summer salad recipes to grilled meat and fish to refreshing summer drink recipes - we have it all!

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These summer recipes make the most of seasonal produce and they are delicious and nutritious at the same time. Perfect for eating outside, they are fuss-free recipes that you can make when it's too hot to spend a long time in the kitchen.

Easy to adapt to make vegan or vegetarian and lots of different ways to add plenty of vegetables. Here are our favourite healthy summer recipes.

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Salads

Salads are the perfect meal for summer. Whether as an appetizer, main or side dish, there is so much that can be done with a salad, with different dressings and ingredients! Check out these summer salad recipes below.

BBQ Chicken Salad

5 from 3 votes

This BBQ Chicken Salad is simple, delicious and comes together in minutes - a wonderful summer salad bowl!

Here's the recipe for BBQ Chicken Salad

BBQ Chicken Salad next to a chequered towel and grated cheese.

Grilled Peach Salad

4.96 from 23 votes

Fresh and juicy peach slices grilled to perfection to bring our their sweetness, served on a bed of greens with creamy corn and feta.

Here's the recipe for Grilled Peach Salad

Kale, Feta and Watermelon Salad

4.91 from 32 votes

This Kale, Feta and Watermelon Salad is refreshing, super simple and packed full of all the good stuff. With its sweet and salty combination, it's the perfect side dish for your next BBQ.

Here's the recipe for Kale, Feta and Watermelon Salad

A plate of kale, watermelon and feta salad surrounded by watermelon slices.

Greek Pasta Salad

4.97 from 28 votes

Make this vegetable packed Greek Pasta Salad that's a real crowd pleaser, so easy to make and basically summer in a bowl. The perfect salad to pack and take to work too.

Here's the recipe for Greek Pasta Salad

Greek pasta salad in a blue and white bowl.

Roasted Vegetable Couscous Salad

5 from 9 votes

This Mediterranean inspired couscous salad is packed with crunchy roasted vegetables, a light and citrusy dressing and then topped with a hit of salty feta and olives.

Here's the recipe for Roasted Vegetable Couscous Salad

Vegetable couscous salad in a brown bolw

Main dishes

Pizzas, pastas and tacos, along with many other great summer dinner recipes are all below.

Greek Pizza {20 Minute Recipe}

4.89 from 17 votes

Italy and Greece combine in this Greek Pizza. Olives, feta, sweet roasted red peppers and artichokes will make you feel like you're in the Mediterranean.

Here's the recipe for Greek Pizza {20 Minute Recipe}

Greek Pizza on a square of baking paper.

Salmon Tacos with Avocado Cream

5 from 23 votes

This is possibly one of the best Mexican dishes I have made and the best thing about it is that it is so simple and it is ready in less than 15 minutes.

Here's the recipe for Salmon Tacos with Avocado Cream

Salmon tacos arranged on a wooden board surrounded by tortilla chips and bunches of herbs.

Greek Chicken Skewers

5 from 11 votes

Bursting with lemon, garlic and oregano flavours, yet low in calories, these Greek Chicken Skewers are a real crowd pleaser!

Here's the recipe for Greek Chicken Skewers

Greek chicken skewers on a wooden board surrounded by side dishes.

Vegetable and Halloumi Kebabs

5 from 17 votes

No BBQ or summer party should be complete without some kind of halloumi dish and these Vegetable and Halloumi Kebabs are our favourite way to serve them.

Here's the recipe for Vegetable and Halloumi Kebabs

Vegetable and Halloumi Kebabs on a circular chopping board.

Easy Fish Tacos

5 from 14 votes

These fish tacos are light, colourful, packed full of flavour and just enough spice to get your taste buds tingling.

Here's the recipe for Easy Fish Tacos

Fish Tacos in a serving dish next to guacamole and salsa

Creamy Lemon Pasta

4.94 from 16 votes

Just 15 minutes is all it takes to get this light and creamy Lemon Pasta dish on the table. Bursting with zesty spring flavour, it packs a veggie punch too.

Here's the recipe for Creamy Lemon Pasta

Creamy Lemon Pasta in a round white bowl.

Creamy Dill Salmon

5 from 18 votes

Salmon and dill are a match made in heaven and our Creamy Dill Salmon might just be the best salmon recipe we have ever made.

Here's the recipe for Creamy Dill Salmon

Creamy Dill Salmon topped with lemon slices and sprigs of dill.

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

4.89 from 27 votes

This Balsamic Chicken is a fresh and light slow cooker dish that is perfect for a summer evening. Juicy tomatoes and chicken in an easy balsamic sauce.

Here's the recipe for Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken on a bed of spaghetti next to some salad leaves.

15 Minute Tomato Basil Pasta

5 from 15 votes

Tomato and basil is a perfect flavour combination and it works so well in this light and delicious Tomato Basil Pasta. Ready in under 15 minutes.

Here's the recipe for 15 Minute Tomato Basil Pasta

Tomato Basil Pasta in a white bowl next to a tomato, basil leaves and lemon halves.

Cherry Tomato Pasta

5 from 8 votes

Pasta recipes don't get much easier than this Cherry Tomato Pasta. Just 7 ingredients and ready in under 15 minutes.

Here's the recipe for Cherry Tomato Pasta

Cherry Tomato Psta in a blue bowl surrounded by tomatoes and basil leaves.

Honey Lime Chicken

5 from 15 votes

This Honey and Lime Chicken is a quick and easy way to add some flavour and it is a must on any BBQ this summer.

Here's the recipe for Honey Lime Chicken

Honey Lime Chicken on a baking sheet topped with herbs and lime slices.

Grilled Chicken Tacos

5 from 10 votes

These Grilled Chicken Tacos are healthy and light, and the perfect base to add on loads of extra toppings to create a taco that will suit everyone's taste!

Here's the recipe for Grilled Chicken Tacos

Two Grilled Chicken Tacos in a serving bowl.

Side dishes

Every meal needs something to go with it and below you will find a great selection of summer side dish recipes.

Greek Potatoes

5 from 8 votes

These roast Greek Potatoes are delicious new potatoes coated in herbs and baked to perfection before getting a sprinkling of feta and thyme.

Here's the recipe for Greek Potatoes

Greek potatoes in a round dish with feta, herbs and lemon wedges.

Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream and Dill

5 from 24 votes

If you're looking for a light and healthy side dish to accompany your meals - this Cucumber Dill Salad is it. This will be a staple at BBQs and picnics.

Here's the recipe for Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream and Dill

A bowl of cucumber salad with a spoon in it.

Easy Greek Rice

5 from 9 votes

Greek Rice is an easy, light and fresh side dish that is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect with grilled chicken or fish, and a delicious addition to a BBQ.

Here's the recipe for Easy Greek Rice

A bowl of easy Greek rice topped with chopped parsley and slices of lemon.

Easy Pineapple Salsa

5 from 11 votes

This easy Pineapple Salsa is a must at a summer BBQ! A zesty and light, chunky salsa that's colourful, a little sweet and a little spicy.

Here's the recipe for Easy Pineapple Salsa

A halved and hollowed out pineapple fulled with salsa.

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

5 from 12 votes

You can serve these Roasted Cherry Tomatoes on bread with mozzarella, or use them as a pizza topping or stirred in to pasta. A great way to use up tomatoes with very little effort, but maximum flavour.

Here's the recipe for Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and mozzarella on toasted bread.

Mediterranean Potato Salad

4.93 from 14 votes

Olives, sundried tomatoes, lemon juice, feta and a ton of herbs. This Mediterranean Potato Salad has it all.

Here's the recipe for Mediterranean Potato Salad

Mediterranean Potato Salad in an oval serving bowl.

Desserts

Why not finish your meal with some delicious desserts? These healthy summer dessert recipes will satisfy even the sweetest tooth.

Easy 5 Minute Healthy Frozen Yogurt

5 from 14 votes

Keep yourself cool this summer by making some easy Healthy Frozen Yogurt. Just 4 ingredients and its ready in 5 minutes!

Here's the recipe for Easy 5 Minute Healthy Frozen Yogurt

Healthy Frozen Yogurt in two wooden bowls topped with raspberries and mint leaves.

Watermelon Fruit Pizza

5 from 22 votes

This watermelon fruit pizza is a giant slice of summer! Loaded with berries, some creamy yoghurt, crunchy nuts and a drizzle of chocolate.

Here's the recipe for Watermelon Fruit Pizza

Watermelon fruit pizza topped with fruit and a drizzle of chocolate.

How To Make A Smoothie Bowl (in 2 minutes!)

5 from 23 votes

If you don't find smoothies very filling, then why not try a smoothie bowl that is loaded with toppings. There are so many different flavour combinations.

Here's the recipe for How To Make A Smoothie Bowl (in 2 minutes!)

A fruit smoothie bowl topped with sliced banana, berries, nuts and oats.

Avocado Chocolate Pudding

5 from 13 votes

Avocado Chocolate Pudding is a light, dairy free dessert that is ready in less than 5 minutes. A super creamy chocolate pudding that is made with avocados.

Here's the recipe for Avocado Chocolate Pudding

Chocolate avocado pudding in serving glasses.

Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon and Honey

5 from 9 votes

Grilling peaches really brings out the flavour and are a perfect light dessert. These Grilled Peaches use only 4 ingredients and ready in under 10 minute.

Here's the recipe for Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon and Honey

A wooden board with grilled peaches, honey and a spoonful of ice cream.

Drinks

Here are some great summer drink recipes to help start your day, cool you down or just enjoy with your meal.

Peach Smoothie

4.95 from 17 votes

This easy Peach Smoothie is a creamy and delicious way to start your day, or a great summer snack that makes good use of fresh and juicy peaches.

Here's the recipe for Peach Smoothie

Peach Smoothie in glasses surrounded by mint leaves and peach halves.

Peach Iced Tea

4.82 from 27 votes

A light and refreshing peach iced tea to cool you during those warm summer months. Simple to make and loved by all.

Here's the recipe for Peach Iced Tea

A glass of Peach Iced Tea with a spoon and mint leaves

Raspberry and Mint Water

5 from 11 votes

You don't just have to stay hydrated with plain water. Try this fruity Raspberry and Mint Water that will keep you hydrated through summer and is great for serving up at parties.

Here's the recipe for Raspberry and Mint Water

Raspberry and mint water in two mason jars.

If you've tried any of these healthy summer recipes, or any other recipe on the blog, then let us know how you got on in the comments below, we love hearing from you!
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Comments

Beth says

June 08, 2021 at 4:11 pm

These recipes look so delicious and perfect for summer! I'm so excited to try some of these recipes. My family is going to love trying these!

Michelle says

June 08, 2021 at 3:51 pm

Such a great round up of recipes to try for the summer! That raspberry mint water is gonna be on repeat for me!

Toni says

June 08, 2021 at 3:41 pm

Thank you so much for these amazing list! I would love to try all these!

Pam says

June 08, 2021 at 2:50 pm

I've got a ton of peaches so I'm going through these recipes and make all the ones with peaches first!

Amanda Dixon says

June 08, 2021 at 2:45 pm

These all look so refreshing for summer, especially those salads! I think I'll start with that watermelon salad and make my way through the list.

Claudia Lamascolo says

June 08, 2021 at 12:45 pm

I love all in one place roundups like this one, now I just need to scroll through all those salads I am looking for new ideas thanks!

Danielle Wolter says

June 08, 2021 at 11:53 am

This is such an awesome list of recipe! I especially can't wait to make the grilled peach salad - especially since I have a ton of fresh peaches!

Kechi says

June 08, 2021 at 11:12 am

Such a resourceful collection of fresh, light and lovely recipes! I hope to try a couple of these! Thanks for sharing.

Lauren says

June 08, 2021 at 10:37 am

Such an awesome round up just in time for summer!

Sandhya says

June 08, 2021 at 9:59 am

What a wonderful collection of Summer recipes. I would love to make Pineapple Salsa and Greek Rice for the BBQ weekend.

30 Healthy Summer Recipes

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Salads

BBQ Chicken Salad

Grilled Peach Salad

Kale, Feta and Watermelon Salad

Greek Pasta Salad

Roasted Vegetable Couscous Salad

Main dishes

Greek Pizza {20 Minute Recipe}

Salmon Tacos with Avocado Cream

Greek Chicken Skewers

Vegetable and Halloumi Kebabs

Easy Fish Tacos

Creamy Lemon Pasta

Creamy Dill Salmon

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

15 Minute Tomato Basil Pasta

Cherry Tomato Pasta

Honey Lime Chicken

Grilled Chicken Tacos

Side dishes

Greek Potatoes

Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream and Dill

Easy Greek Rice

Easy Pineapple Salsa

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Mediterranean Potato Salad

Desserts

Easy 5 Minute Healthy Frozen Yogurt

Watermelon Fruit Pizza

How To Make A Smoothie Bowl (in 2 minutes!)

Avocado Chocolate Pudding

Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon and Honey

Drinks

Peach Smoothie

Peach Iced Tea

Raspberry and Mint Water

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