It’s finally summer, which means it’s ‘thyme’ to turn up the grill! Grilled foods are great for gatherings of friends and family, but don’t forget the delicious appetizers and sides that go with them. Instead of chips or other fried snacks, fresh healthy veggies are a welcome addition to your spread. This post was sponsored by PureFlavor.

According to the CDC, only 1 in 10 adults meet the suggested number of servings of daily fruits and vegetables. The recommended amount advised is 1 ½ cups of fruit and 2 to 3 cups of vegetables per day. It’s so important to eat more fruits and vegetables.

Fruits and vegetables add vitamin C, potassium, fiber and other notable nutrients to a person’s diet. In addition, they’re also high in water, making them a simple source of hydration in hot summer months.

Mediterranean for the Win

A Mediterranean Diet is a healthy eating plan that features lots of fruits and vegetables. This delicious plant-based style of eating has been shown to reduce the risk of several types of cancer, dementia, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and obesity.

A Mediterranean diet may have anti-inflammatory effects due to phytochemicals in several plant-based foods, including fruits and vegetables.In addition, a Mediterranean diet may aid in “waist control” as it’s high in fiber, low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol.

As with any other weight control plan, calories should still be controlled.When it comes to summer meal prep, fresh vegetables are the star of the show. They’re low in calories and very versatile.

Vegetables add color, texture and flavor to any of your grilled dishes.Grilling vegetables makes them slightly charred and smoky, changing the taste and texture. This also brings out their sweetness. Combining both fresh and grilled vegetables in recipes makes them more interesting, and tasty.

Benefits of Pure Flavor® Vegetables

Pure Flavor ® vegetables https://pure-flavor.blog/SBN-Snacking-Veggies are available all year round and are the perfect addition in appetizers, salads, sides, or main dishes. These organic, non-GMO beauties add a pop of color, flavor, and texture to any meal or snack. Juno Bites Grape Tomatoes are sweet, crisp and delicious and provide cancer-fighting vitamin C as well as lycopene.

They’re also a good source of potassium to protect your heart. Dip them into your favorite hummus, add them to salads or include them on a kabob to be grilled.Aurora mini sweet peppers also offer loads of vitamin C with a crispy, crunchy texture that can’t be beat.

These peppers bring bright red, yellow pops of color and touch of sweetness to any recipe. Eat them raw, sauteed or grilled.If you haven’t tried Uno Bites Nano Cucumbers, you’re in for a treat. These zippy, juicy, bite-sized cucumbers are perfect for “pop in your mouth” snacking. Add them to your favorite veggie tray with dip or charcuterie board.

They can be chopped and combined in your favorite salad or salsa. Kids love these snacking cucumbers but they’re also perfect for teen and adults that want a healthy, low-calorie snack on the go.

Whatever you’re grilling this summer, be sure to add Pure Flavor® vegetables. They’re nutrient packed and will help keep your family and friends healthy. https://pure-flavor.blog/SBN-Snacking-Veggies offers a variety of perfect produce year-round to live a more delicious life. #sponsored #client #pureflavor #grilling #tomatoes #peppers #cucumbers #greenhousegrown