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Light and healthy recipes that simply scream summer

summer recipes

Summer is the season of sun, swimming and al fresco dining. With the general move towards healthier and lighter eating, the thought of garlic bread and red meat might not do much to excite the palate. So if you prefer fresh fish, more greens, or even leaner free-range meat, we have some great summer recipes in store for you.

1. Fennel and apple slaw

This fresh summer salad is easy to throw together and has just the right about of flavour and crunch to make a show-stopping side to any mains.

2. Provençal tomatoes

An easy and delicious way to prepare tomatoes. Fire up the grill and serve this as the starter before your main event or alongside it.

3. Roasted tomato and feta salad

Cherry tomatoes shine with the classic accompaniments of balsamic vinegar and feta cheese.

4. Fragrant fish skewers

Garlic, lemon and warming spices give a flavourful burst to tuna skewers that can be cooked under the grill or on the coals.

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5. Grilled tuna

Tuna steaks are served with a fragrant, herbaceous sauce.

6. Peri-peri chicken

For those who like some heat, this peri-peri chicken will hit the spot!

7. Fennel-and-orange stuffed cob on the braai

Sustainable fish is given a mouthwatering update with a fennel-and-orange stuffing.

8. Fish finger poké bowl with avocado dip

A freezer staple gets an upgrade that the kids will love!

9. Pesto braai day bread

Shop-bought dough and pesto make this a super easy – and delicious! – recipe to whip up. Use any pesto of your choice.

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