Pineapple Lime Cup Recipe 5 minutes dairy free gluten free healthy snacks no bake summer recipes vegan Apr 12, 2025

I started making these little pineapple cups when I wanted something cold and juicy after a long hot walk. It’s barely a recipe, but wow — that lime takes it over the top. Tart, sweet, and SO refreshing. Keep a few of these in the fridge and thank me later.

 

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh...

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Peach Greek Yogurt Recipe 5 minutes clean eating gluten free healthy breakfast ideas high protein meals no bake summer recipes Apr 12, 2025

When peaches are in season, I’m putting them on everything — and this yogurt bowl is one of my favorites. It takes two minutes, tastes like a treat, and keeps me full for hours. My go-to when I need something fresh and energizing but barely want to think.

 

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup plain Greek ...

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Watermelon Stick Snack Recipe 5 minutes dairy free gluten free healthy snacks kid friendly no bake summer recipes Apr 12, 2025

This one’s barely a recipe — but it’s a total summer hack. I started slicing watermelon into sticks when my kids were little, and now it’s just how we do it. No messy cubes, no need for forks — just grab-and-go fruity goodness. It’s my favorite way to serve watermelon at BBQs or just to keep in the ...

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Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe 5 minutes gluten free healthy breakfast ideas high protein meals low carb no bake summer recipes Apr 12, 2025

For years, I thought cottage cheese was boring… until I started building bowls like this. It’s now one of my go-to summer breakfasts — fast, fresh, and totally customizable. I love how it keeps me full without weighing me down. And when I need something sweet? A little fruit and honey totally satisf...

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Icy Pineapple Refresher Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes easy drinks frozen beverages low calorie drinks pineapple recipes summer hydration tropical refreshers Apr 11, 2025

I made this one hot afternoon when I needed something cold and tropical but didn’t want to make a smoothie or turn on the blender for long. Just frozen pineapple, water, lime, and a little sweetener — and wow, it hit the spot. Now it’s my go-to when I want to feel like I’m on vacation (even if I’m j...

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Citrus Passion Cooler Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes citrus drinks easy drinks passion fruit recipes sparkling mocktails summer refreshers tropical beverages Apr 11, 2025

This drink was inspired by a tropical fruit stand we stopped at during a family road trip. They served fresh passion fruit juice with lime — and I’ve been dreaming about it ever since. This is my easy version with citrus and sparkling water for that same bright, juicy flavor — no plane ticket requir...

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Berry Mint Splash Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes berry recipes easy drinks low calorie mint beverages sparkling drinks summer sips Apr 11, 2025

I first made this when we had a big bowl of leftover berries and mint from Sunday brunch. I didn’t want to waste them, so I muddled it all together with a splash of sparkling water — and the Berry Mint Splash was born! Now it's my go-to when I want something fresh and pretty, without a lot of effort...

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Minty Grapefruit Refresher Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes easy drinks grapefruit recipes low calorie drinks mint beverages refreshing recipes summer sips Apr 11, 2025

This one was born out of my love for anything citrusy and calming. I had half a grapefruit and a few sprigs of mint left over from the weekend, and instead of tossing them, I tried this. It’s now one of my favorite ways to start the day or beat the afternoon slump. It’s clean, fresh, and that grapef...

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Frozen Kiwi Cooler Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes easy drinks frozen beverages kiwi recipes low calorie refreshing summer recipes slushy drinks Apr 11, 2025

Kiwi always feels like such an underrated fruit, and I love using it in fun ways. I made this frozen cooler on a hot day when the kids wanted slushies — and let me tell you, this version totally won them over. It’s tart, icy, and naturally sweet. Plus, that bright green color? Instant good mood in a...

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Citrus Strawberry Twist Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes citrus beverages easy drinks low calorie non-alcoholic sparkling summer drinks strawberry recipes Apr 11, 2025

This drink was a total hit at our last weekend cookout — I had fresh strawberries, a couple of oranges, and some fizzy water in the fridge. I threw it all together and bam, the Citrus Strawberry Twist was born. It’s sweet, tangy, and tastes like sunshine in a glass. Now I make it any time we want so...

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Berry Lemon Cooler Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes berry recipes easy drinks healthy drinks lemon beverages sparkling drinks summer refreshments Apr 11, 2025

This is one of those drinks I first made by accident — we had leftover berries and half a lemon, and I didn’t want them to go to waste. I tossed it all in a glass with some sparkling water, and wow. It’s been a summer staple ever since. Super refreshing, pretty to serve, and way more fun than plain ...

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Frosty Cucumber Mint Recipe 2 servings 5 minutes cucumber recipes easy drinks healthy refreshments low calorie mint beverages spa drinks Apr 11, 2025

This one came together during a heatwave when plain water just wasn’t doing it. I had a cucumber, a few mint leaves, and a craving for something cold. One blend later, and boom — instant refreshment. It’s like spa water with a frosty twist, and it’s one of my go-to resets when the day feels heavy or...

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