Light Recipes to Try This Summer

By Afiur
May 21, 2026

Antipasto Chickpea Salad

Combining chickpeas with antipasto ingredients creates a filling yet effortless salad that requires minimal cooking and maximum flavour.

Bruschetta Pasta Salad

This fresh summer pasta salad combines tomatoes, basil, garlic, balsamic dressing, and pasta for a light yet satisfying meal packed with bright flavours.

Chicken Banh Mi

Using store-bought roast chicken, this Vietnamese-style sandwich layers crunchy vegetables, herbs, and spicy sauces into a refreshing summer meal.

Gazpacho

This chilled Spanish soup blends raw tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, and olive oil into a refreshing no cook summer classic.

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Fresh vegetables, tuna, herbs, and creamy feta dressing come together in a protein rich salad perfect for hot-weather lunches.

Peanut Noodles

Cold noodles tossed in a creamy peanut dressing make for an easy, flavourful dish that works perfectly for lunches, picnics, or hot evenings.

Prawn Mango Avocado Salad

Sweet mango, creamy avocado, prawns, and lime dressing create a refreshing tropical style salad ideal for summer evenings.

Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls

Filled with prawns, herbs, noodles, and crunchy vegetables, these rice paper rolls are light, cooling, and ideal for DIY summer meals.

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