It is a hot Summer which means you need some cool snacks. These 3 quick recipes are the snacks Richy and I live off of during these work from home weekdays and tanning by the pool weekends. They are light, slightly healthy, and filled with flavor. Anyone can make these – give them a try or modify them to your taste!

Caprese

Ingredients – Basil, Mozzarella, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Grape Tomatoes

Instructions – Cut the grape tomatoes in half, cut the mozzarella into chunks (or if you bought the mozzarella balls in water, cut them in half), rip off some basil shreds and add them to the mixture, and drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette on top – all in one bowl. Sometimes if we are extra fancy I will add some pink Himalayan sea salt on top. Pro Tip: If you make this frequently, owning a basil plant will come in handy (ours is from Trader Joe’s) and save you some money.

Watermelon Feta

Ingredients – Watermelon, Feta, Mint, Salt

Instructions – Cut your watermelon into whatever shape your heart desires (balls, spears, or chunks), sprinkle some feta all over, and rip off some slices of mint. Sprinkle some pink Himalayan sea salt on top and there you have a quick and tasty treat!

Mini Chicken Pesto Naan Pizza

Ingredients – Naan Bread, Spinach, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pesto, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Onion

Instructions – Start by sautéing the mushrooms and onion mixture. While that is on the stove top, spread a layer of pesto all over the Naan and top with chunks on chicken. I typically get the rotisserie chicken from HEB or Costco and pull off the white meat pieces and cut them into chunks. Shred some parmesan, chop up the spinach, and cut the mozzarella into pieces. Then spread your mushroom and onion mixture on top and add on the spinach and cheeses. Place it in the oven at 400 degrees for 12 minutes, and switch the setting to broil for the last 30 seconds. A quick and filling lunch or snack – shoutout to my mom for the recipe!

Let me know if you try these & what Summer recipes are your go to!

-oxox Danielle