Looking for a mid-day pick me up? Or something to help you cool down in the summer heat? We’ve found 11 guiltless healthy and refreshing summer snacks you and your family will enjoy.
“The layers in this smoothie keep each sip interesting, and of course, they’re absolutely beautiful! What’s more, it’s also packed with antioxidants from the berries and healthy fats from the avocado, making it a tasty and wholesome snack with just the right amount of sweetness.” – Elena
“What’s great about our frozen yogurt fruit bark is we can actually use whatever fruit we like! We love fruit and always have a ton on hand. This recipe is great if you buy the larger containers of yogurt and have some fruit that needs to be used up.” – Courtney
“This watermelon pizza recipe is fun, easy to make, and will be a hit amongst everyone! (I mean, who wouldn’t want a slice of watermelon pizza?!) It also has the added benefit of being much lower-calorie and ‘bikini friendly’ than a regular slice of pizza.” – Jess
“These fresh fruit popsicles are such a colourful and delicious way to stay cool this summer! They are seriously gorgeous and they’re so easy to make! They’d make a great summer treat, afternoon snack, or even a breakfast for the road (well, part of a breakfast anyway. I don’t know about you, but I eat more than that for breakfast…).” – Debbie
“This particular salad is one of my favorites – especially for summer. I took my favorite pineapple salsa recipe, turned down the heat, made the cucumber and pineapple pieces larger and voila – the most refreshing, flavorful salad EVER.” – Trish
“This Healthy Peach Frozen Yogurt is not too sweet and just the right amount of tart to cool anyone off on a hot day. It is so simple to make and really only takes about 5 minutes to make. It is almost like a creamsicle, but its made with all natural ingredient.” – Shannon
“They are simple, no cook snacks or appetizers perfect for those hot summer days!” – Meme
“It’s sure to be a grazing hit! There’s no hard rule here about what fruits to add to this salad – so mix and match your personal favorites if you prefer. Next time I’m adding pineapple!” – Deborah
“This is one of my favorite recipes because it is so light and refreshing and makes a perfect lunch or snack that even the kids will enjoy. This recipe features cucumbers instead of the traditional bread or wrap which provide a good dose of fiber, and a satisfying crunch!” – Emily
“Granola berry frozen yogurt bites couldn’t be simpler to make. Then just grab a few when you are ready for a yummy and healthy snack.” – Kara
“Peak season fruit doesn’t need a whole lot (or often anything) to be spectacular – in this case just a light squeeze of fresh lime juice and a quick toss together before being eaten with a big spoon, preferably al fresco.” – Laura