What to Eat to Beat the Heat

Don’t sweat it! When the weather is hot you want to eat something cool! Check out these suggestions for what to eat to beat the heat!

1. Ice Cream

This creamy treat has been a favorite for kids and adults alike! Just scoop it into a cone or a cup and enjoy! There are so many different kinds now besides dairy ice cream; almond, soy, and coconut milk based ice cream can be just as refreshing!

2. Popsicles

A tasty fruity treat that is cool for a hot day! Eat them fast before they melt, just be careful of brain freeze!

3. Vietnamese Summer Rolls (Goi Cuon)

These rolls are served cold and are filled with rice noodles, greens, and protein! They make a filling snack whenever the day gets hot. (They have summer in their name, they are meant to be eaten during warm weather!)

4. Vietnamese Rice Noodles with Fresh Herbs (Bun voi rau thom)

This dish is served cold and it is full of different flavors and textures. It consists of vegetables, herbs, peanuts, proteins, and spring rolls on top of a bed of rice noodles and tossed with nuoc cham. Eat it outside and enjoy!

5. Leek and Potato Soup (Vichyssoise)

Vichyssoise is leek and potato soup that is served cold. The ingredients are simple and it is easy to prepare. It is a thick soup that is creamy and delicious!

6. Salad

Salad is simple to make and is great to eat cold! There are so many different kinds to eat during warm weather; Caesar, Garden, or Nicoise Salad!

7. Orzo Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is light, flavorful, and served cold. It is perfect for picnics outdoors. Orzo cooks quick, just add some vegetables, toss with vinaigrette, chill, and eat!

8. Avocado Toast

Avocado Toast is incredibly easy to make! Toast the bread and spread avocado on top. Feel free to be versatile with extra toppings. Many popular toppings are eggs, spinach, and pomegranate seeds!

Cool down with these ideas and recipes about what to eat to beat the heat!

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