Healthy recipes perfect for summer

Summer is just around the corner, and that means one thing: barbecue season. Although it can be difficult to eat healthy during the summer months, there are a variety of foods that are grill-friendly and low-calorie too. Keep reading to learn more!

Rosemary chicken skewers

This recipe is easy to put together and quickly throw on the grill. The chicken thighs should stay nice and moist, and the rosemary flavor makes it a people pleaser. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1/2 small white onion, chopped
• 3 garlic minced garlic cloves
• 2 crumbled dried chiles
• 1 teaspoon minced rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
• Salt and pepper
• Eight 12-inch rosemary sprigs
• Lime wedges for serving

Combine the onion, rosemary chiles, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and oregano in a large bowl. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and set it in a bowl to marinade for 30 minutes. Next, start the grill, remove the chicken from the marinade, and stick each piece through a skewer. Grill the chicken over moderate heat, turning occasionally, and basting with the leftover marinade for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve the finished product with lime wedges.

Fresh mango salsa

Your guests will love this fresh and easy recipe that pairs perfectly with tortilla chips or on top of grilled street tacos. Even better? You can whip it up in a flash — it features just seven ingredients!

• 1 mango, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeño
• 1/3 cup red onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/3 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
• Salt and pepper

Combine the mango, cucumber, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro leaves in a large serving bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!

Jalapeno-lime corn

If you’re looking for a side to serve with chicken skewers or other meat dishes, this is a great option. This recipe for jalapeno-lime corn combines sweet and spicy flavors for a memorable side.

• 1 stick of butter
• 1 lime, juice and zested
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 6 ears corn on the cob, husked
• Salt

Combine the butter, lime, jalapeño, garlic, and paprika in a food processor until smooth. Place the finished mixture on a wax paper until ready. Cook the corn through via your method of choice and rub with a small disk of butter. Sprinkle mixture onto the corn and season with salt.

Happy cooking!