Lemon - The magic fruit for summer ! Here are ways to use it in your diet.

The summer heat is upon us. Like every year, summer keeps getting hotter and sweatier. This leaves us craving cool aids, air-conditioning, and sunscreen. During summer it is vital for us to keep our water intake in check to cool off the heat. Lemonades come to the rescue when we get hit by the heatwave. This tropical fruit is rich in vitamin C and is loaded with nutrients as well. It helps to hydrate the body and rescues from sunstrokes. It is great for digestion and aids weight loss as well. It is safe to say Lemon is a magic fruit and your best friend for the summer. There are other ways to incorporate lemon in your diet than just lemonade.

Here are a few creative and tasty ways to incorporate Lemon into your diet.

Lemon pie

Who doesn’t like a piece of dessert on a warm summer afternoon? This tangy pie is perfect for the summery climatic. This citric serving of sugar is flavorful and each to make.

Ingredients

Graham cracker

Lime curd filling

Whipped cream

Almonds

Lime Shavings and pieces.

Check out the recipe here https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/creamy-lemon-pie/

Lemon pickle

During the spring and summer, we have an abundant yield of lime. Being a sub-tropical region, these trees thrive in this region. Preserving lime is a good idea to enjoy them year-round. One of the ways of preserving the lime is to pickle it. These pickles can either be sweet or salty. They can be a side to your main course.

Ingredients

Lime

Salt

Chilli powder

Fenugreek seeds

Asafoetida

Turmeric powder

Sesame oil

The whole process of pickling might take 10 days or so, but it is worth it. Check out the link to know how to make this tangy delight https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/lemon-pickle/

Sunshine Gelato

Imagine this! On a warm summer afternoon, eat your favorite lemon gelato by the window. It tastes as beautiful as it sounds! Did you think making gelato at home is impossible? Not at all! Picking out lime from your backyard and making yourself gelato is bliss.

Ingredients

Milk

Sugar

Lime

Egg yolk

Cheers to Gelato and some fun this summer, check the recipe here https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/11954-lemon-gelato

Tangy Butter garlic Salmon

Salmon fish is great for health and tastes amazing. They are rich in omega 3 fatty acids. If you are looking to include protein in your diet, this is one of the best dishes to go for. Garlic and lime add flavor and that much-needed zest during summers. Since this dish is baked, it is very healthy and oil-free.

Ingredient

Salmon

Butter

Garlic

Lime

Salt and pepper

Make sure to buy fresh fish or the best taste. Check out this easy recipe for your next Sunday summer brunch.

Mint, Lime iced soda

Everything about this drink for summer is right! It sounds straight out of a farm. It is easy to make and will keep you hydrated. It is a great alternative to lime juice. This drink is flexible, instead of lime juice, coconut juice or watermelon juice are alternatives.

Ingredients

Mint

Lime

Soda

Ice

Sugar

Pinch of salt

If you looking for hydration, there is nothing better than lemon juice or lemon detox water. Lemon juice is great for the skin as well. Here is a link to the recipe https://www.tarladalal.com/fresh-sweet-lemon-soda-1449r

Lemon Chicken

This zesty Indo-Chinese chicken recipe will sure tantalize your taste buds. Lemons are great to cut through fat which having meat, especially red meat.  Served it with a side of pickled onions and it is good to go.

Ingredients

Chicken

Chilies

Onions

Lime

Spice mix

Here is an easy zesty Chicken https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/lemon-chicken-recipe/

Make use of the upcoming summer; enjoy it with a hint of citrus! Also read, Summer essentials