Summer food trends favor fresh, no-cook recipes and prepared meals

As summer temperatures rise, there is a growing trend toward fresh, no-cook culinary options and prepared meals. In Spain, the Association of Prepared Meals (Asefapre) reports a 5% increase in sales during the summer compared to previous months, driven by consumer demand for convenience and healthy, balanced nutritional profiles. Companies like Palacios are responding to this by launching new ranges of ready-to-eat products.

Culinary experts are highlighting various ways to maintain nutrition without using heat. These include layered salads that can be prepared in advance, bean salads using canned legumes for quick protein, and specialized tomato soups. Chefs suggest that roasting or macerating tomatoes can significantly enhance the flavor of cold soups. In France, multi-layered cold salads featuring ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and cheese are also noted as practical solutions for heatwaves.