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Eat Your Fruits On A Stick! Fruit Kebab

This is such a fun way to eat your fruits, on a stick! And it doesn't even need to be cooked, which means you save more time. These fruit kebabs are a great idea for an afternoon or evening cocktail, summer birthday parties, or appetizers for all your summer events; something playful to keep your guest occupied while waiting for the real thing! When doing your kebabs, try to choose fruits that are solid enough to pass through the sticks. For instance, choose grapes, pineapple and oranges. Bananas might not be such a great idea, as they might soften and break. Play with the colors, be daring! You could also add some slices of sausage or salami, to entice your guests' taste buds!

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Cottage Cheese Crunch: Say "Cheese"!

This is a breakfast special, for one of these light summer mornings! Whether you are feeling lazy on a Saturday morning, or you just have little to no time to sit down for the full breakfast experience, this Cottage Cheese Crunch recipe is perfect for you. It provides you with all the main nutrients you need in a healthy breaky: carbohydrates, proteins and a little bit of fats. For this recipe you will need some peaches (fresh or canned, but preferably soaked in syrup), some cottage cheese and finally, a handful of raisin bran cereals (or your favorite cereals). Put your peaches at the bottom of your bowl, followed by the cottage cheese and lastly the cereals. Feel free to top it with some chocolate. Miam!

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Go Green And Fresh With This Summer Green Smoothie

There is no better time to "go green" than summer! Just like fresh fruits, fresh vegetables abound in markets, so now is the time to replenish your resources, and why not; adopt a healthy diet! This green recipe is also a great way to consume your vegetables raw, if you don't really like to see them in your plate (like some of us). Blend all your favorite leafy vegetables: spinach, lettuce, celery, parsley, etc. You could even add some fruits to sweeten it and make it easier to drink: avocado, apples, and bananas. Blend until it becomes smooth, then add some ice. Serve chilled. Cheers!

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Have A Bite Of The Quiche Bites Without Crust!

Spinach quiches are my favorite, but you could use any other leafy vegetables, according to your taste. This is a very convenient afternoon snack, and it's neither too light, not too heavy: perfect balance! How will you prepare your quiches? Well, the fact that the quiches have no crust makes it even easier and faster to prepare: first, spray the tin in which you intend to prepare the recipe. Then, crumble some feta cheese (about 1/3 cup) at the bottom of the tin, add onions, tomatoes and spinach (1 package, or 10 ounces). Then, mix the eggs with the garlic and a third cup of half-and-half, and add it to the tin. Let it bake for at least 25 minutes, and Enjoy!

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Wanna Smooth Things Up? Try This Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie!

Only one word RE-FRE-SHING! Indulge in this tempting blend of fresh bananas and delicious peanut butter! But there is only one warning: potential for addiction! For this delicious recipe, you will need (for 4 servings): 2 bananas, 1/2 a cup of peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of honey (less or more, depending on your taste. But be careful, not too much sugar!) 2 cups of ice cubes and 2 cups of milk. You could use coconut milk, almond milk. evaporated milk, etc. Pick your favorite taste. Next, blend everything until smooth, and enjoy your drink, it's summer time!

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Go Nuts With This Nutty Banana Granola...

Bananas are great for your health. They are rich in potassium, an important chemical required for the proper functioning of your heart and your nervous system. They also protect your kidneys by preventing the formation of kidney stones. Lastly, they put you in a better mood. Who wouldn't want to be happy all summer? Right, no one!The nuts and Granola enrich this recipe in fibers, making it even healthier! You could use almonds, pecans and walnuts, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts, etc. You could also add some raisins and dried cranberries, for additional antioxidants. In this recipe, water could also be replaced by rice milk or almond milk. Hum...Yummy!

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Try the Peach Bran Muffins!

Because we care about your health and pleasure, we offer you this quick, easy and simple idea of snacks for a great summer afternoon! Whether you are hosting a brunch, a cocktail or you are bringing an additional item for a party you've been invited to, your Peach Bran Muffins would be the perfect idea. For a healthier choice, opt for corn bran or wheat bran. You could use canned or fresh peaches in your recipe, and add them when all the other ingredients have been mixed. Oh, and don't forget: enjoy!

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Perfect Your Day With This Fruit'n'Yogurt Parfait!

It is important to begin AND end your day in a positive tone. With that said, why don't we aim at perfection? With this simply fantastic Fruit'n'Yoghurt parfait recipe, you are sure to give yourself the best thing the morning has to offer. No wonder several food franchises have include this to their breakfast menus! The recipe itself is quite easy: what is your favorite yogurt flavour? Let's say...plain, nature. And your favorite fruits? Let's say strawberries and blueberries. In a serving bowl (or cup), layer the yogurt with the fruits and keep repeating. Ensure that the last layer is yogurt, and top the entire recipe with crunchy granola. Parfait!

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...Or With These Nut Granola Bars!

This recipe is quite similar to the previous one, but doesn't include bananas, for those who are not really keen of the "yellow wonder". In this case, you can play around a little more with your taste buds by mixing and matching the tastes: add more raisins, a teaspoon of peanut butter, a little bit of chocolate chips, some shredded coconut, berries of your choice, etc. Experiment, try, mix and match, be creative! It's summer, so all tastes - once they are healthy - are allowed! The standard baking time is 25 minutes. However, if you want your bars chewier,bake it for about 20 minutes or bake it for a little more time 5-10 minutes if you prefer them crunchier.

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Fruit Salad with Honey Drizzle

And finally, our "oh-so" famous fruit salad. The fun thing about a fruit salad is, everything is allowed, the possibilities are endless. Making a fruit salad is all about mixing the colors and making it presentable! Here are examples of some fun and colorful fruits you could use: strawberries, peaches, blackberries, grapes, pineapples, oranges, apples, raspberries, papaya, pear, kiwi, etc. Some people use bananas, but while doing so, be careful not to let them mash. You could also opt for a dry salad or a more juicy one. For juicy fruit salads, press some lime/orange/grapefruit juice in the bowl. You could also add one tablespoon of rum, if you are preparing this for adults who are okay with partying all night long!