What I Eat When It’s Too Hot to Think

When summer heat intensifies, cooking becomes almost unbearable, but eating well remains essential. I’ve learned to create nourishing meals requiring minimal effort, offering refreshing relief on scorching days.

My favorite summer meals are simple and cooling. Chilled watermelon bowls with tangy feta and fragrant garden-fresh mint instantly refresh me. Easy-to-assemble turkey wraps filled with spicy mustard, peppery arugula, and crunchy chilled pickles provide satisfaction without much fuss.

For something sweet and icy, homemade frozen yogurt cubes become a treat both my dogs and I adore, soothing the heat’s relentless intensity. Additionally, iced matcha lattes sweetened with a hint of homemade lavender syrup serve as a delightful afternoon pick-me-up.

Finally, a vibrant chopped veggie platter featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and creamy garlic hummus topped with fresh lemon zest ensures I'm nourished without having to approach a stove.

Eating these meals barefoot near a gently humming fan, with dogs lounging nearby, transforms meals into relaxing moments of respite, perfectly capturing the uncomplicated joy of summertime living.