You know how August feels—long sunny days, warm evenings, and the markets are just bursting with the color of all of Augusts fruits and veggies. It’s like summer’s throwing us one last big party before fall slips in, and I am all in! This is when I stock up on all the good stuff—sweet corn, juicy peaches, crisp cucumbers, big watermelons, and that whiff of fresh basil that makes you want to put it on everything. Eating with the seasons isn’t just delicious; it’s our body’s way of getting exactly what it needs right now.
What Is in Season
Corn – Still at its sweetest, full of fiber and antioxidants like lutein for healthy eyes.
Watermelon – So hydrating, and packed with lycopene for heart and skin health.
Peaches & Nectarines – Sweet, juicy, and rich in vitamin A for healthy skin and eyes.
Tomatoes – Bursting with lycopene to support heart health and protect skin from sun damage.
Zucchini – Light and full of fiber for digestion support.
Peppers – Bright and crunchy, loaded with vitamin C for immune health.
Cucumbers – Cooling and hydrating with a crisp, refreshing crunch.
Eggplant – Deep purple skin means powerful antioxidants for healthy blood vessels.
Basil & Mint – Add instant fresh flavor while supporting digestion.
Preparing For What's Ahead
Eating with the seasons isn’t just about flavor—it’s about giving our bodies what they need for now and to prepare for what’s next. August’s foods are cooling and hydrating, helping us handle summer’s last big heat, while also adding deeper colors and richer nutrients that help us naturally prepare us for the slower, more grounding season ahead. Isn't Mother Nature incredible? For example: antioxidants in tomatoes and peppers help protect our immune system, the fiber in corn and zucchini supports digestion, and the sweetness of peaches and watermelon gives us quick energy while we soak up those last few long lovely sunny days. By adding in the best of what August has to share with us, we’re nourishing ourselves for today and building ourselves up for the months ahead.
With so much beautiful produce to choose from right now, and the weather is still warm, I wanted to share a couple of my favorite August salad recipes to eat with any meal or you could even jazz it up with some fish, tofu, tempeh, or chicken and make it your main!
They’re simple, fresh, and no heavy cooking, just quick prep and big flavor. Let me know how you like them!
RECIPES OF THE DAY
Grilled Peach, Tomato & Basil Salad
This is the kind of summer recipe you just toss it together and let the flavors do their thing. The sweet grilled (or raw) peaches, juicy tomatoes, spicy arugula, fragrant basil, and the optional burrata are a match made in August heaven.
Grilled Zucchini & Corn Salad
A fresh and smoky salad that tastes like summer on a plate—perfect alongside grilled fish, chicken or tofu, or just on its own with crusty bread.
August only comes once a year, so I say let’s soak it all in—one juicy peach, one ear of corn, one sweet slice ( or 3) of watermelon at a time. I’d love to know what you’re cooking this month. Send me a note or share a picture of your favorite summer dish(just hit reply)—I might just feature it in an upcoming newsletter. Until then, keep your plate colorful, your water bottle full, and your days a little slower so you can enjoy this beautiful time!
If you’re ready to feel your best as we head into fall, now’s the perfect time to start. My upcoming Whole Body Beautiful programs are designed to nourish you—body and mind—so you can step into the season with energy and confidence. Click here for your FREE discovery session! or hit reply if you have any questions or want to say hello!
Enjoy these last moments of Summer and my readers on the other side of the world, get your recipes ready because Summer is coming your way!
In Health
Lisa Mindel CHHP
Lisa@wholebodybeautiful.com
310 480-2559
