Favourite foods to eat in summer

Although sometimes we are not aware that this is happening, our diet changes as the seasons of the year change, as well as the selection in supermarkets. When the warm weather arrives, what our bodies crave is fresh, light food, and even if it doesn't seem like it, most consumers turn to the same products.

Therefore today, from Astrid Organic Tapas Bar, we've come to tell you what these are products that become essential during the summer months.

Fruit and vegetables:

Let's start with the fruit. This is perhaps the section that undergoes the most changes during the year, since the supply of fruit and vegetables in the winter months has nothing to do with the supply when the warm weather arrives.

Consumers are clear about their preferences, and as soon as June arrives, watermelons and melons are one of the greatest temptations. Nor is it far behind “stone fruit; nectarines, flat peaches, peaches, are other very typical options for spending a summer afternoon on the beach.

As for the vegetables, although the change is not as drastic, it is very common to resort to cucumber and beetroot for making salads, or the radishes which have become very popular as a garnish in haute cuisine.

We cannot forget that the cold soups and gazpachos they are also two very popular options in summer, therefore, the consumption of tomatoes, peppers, leeks, etc.. is not far behind.

Meats and fish:

Although the consumption of meat and fish falls in summer, there are options that remain a must-have for consumers. As for meat, the preferred options tend to be chicken or turkey, which are lighter and also work well as a protein source with salads or vegetables.

As for the fish, first place goes to tinned bonito. Tuna is a very consumed at all times of the year, but especially in summer. Whether for a quick salad before heading down to the beach, or for a more elaborate yet cold and light dish as is most appealing. The tuna is always a good option and it's also very goes with all kinds of food.

Finally, also on our short list of summer favourites would be the sardines. One of the most popular options above all from the south of the country, where espetos are already more than a tradition.

Remember that this is just a small repertoire of high-consumption products in the summer season, but they aren't neither the most important, nor the only ones. Now those are pleasures you shouldn't miss out on and which you still have time to enjoy.

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