Healthy Recipes: July 2021

July 13, 2021

One of the best parts of summer is fresh fruit and adding it to your meals is a nice way to add flavor and nutrients.

Fruit is a great way to add freshness to any meal and is high in nutrients like vitamins, minerals and fiber. Fruit can also help you stay hydrated in the heat. Since fruit is usually associated with it is commonly enjoyed with breakfast or dessert, but it can also be added to savory recipes for an exciting flavor boost. Our registered dietitians hand-selected these recipes that incorporate summer fruit:

• Watermelon Caprese via Recipegirl.com
• Broiled Salmon with Summer Fruit Salad via weelicious.com
• Summer Fruit Vanilla Bean Chia Pudding Bowl via SavoryLotus.com
• Strawberry Balsamic Chicken via gimmesomeoven.com

What’s your favorite summer fruit and fruity recipe? Share it with us on our Facebook page.
 

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• MelroseWakefield Hospital
• Nutrition
• Weight + Wellness

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