Simple summer recipes, fresh and tasty with our high-end oils

Summer is finally here ! And with him, the desire to savor fresh dishes and tasty :). What's better than using exceptional oils to enhance your summer recipes ?

Chez Provencalbox, you will find olive oils of very high quality which will bring a touch Mediterranean to your dishes.

Let's test three original recipes to impress your guests this summer

Melon balls and watermelon with basil

Nothing like a refreshing salad to start a summer meal. This recipe combines the sweetness of watermelon, the saltiness of feta and the freshness of mint, all enhanced with olive oil

Ingredients :

• 1/4 watermelon 🍉
• 1 Cavaillon melon
• 1 melon vert 🍈
• 100g crumbled feta
• 1 citron🍋
• 1/2 orange 🍊
• 1 citron vert
• 4 basil leaves 🌿
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil Provençal Box
• Salt and pepper from the mill

Preparation :

1. Cut the melons in half, remove the seeds and scoop out the bills using a melon baller. Do the same with the watermelon.
2. Cut the feta into small cubes.
3. Remove the fruit balls and feta into a salad bowl;
4. Mix the olive oil in a bowl
5. Drizzle generously with olive oil Provençal Box with lemon and orange juice. Salt and pepper moderately. Add 4 chopped basil leaves.
6. Pour the marinade over the balls and feta. Leave to cool for an hour.
7. Arrange the very fresh balls in the glasses with a little marinade.
8. Decorate with lime.

Cherry tomato bruschettas, basil and olive oil

These bruschettas are perfect for a sunny aperitif. Simple and quick to prepare, they highlight the authentic flavors of the Mediterranean.

Ingredients :

• 1 baguette cut into slices 🥖
• 200g of cherry tomatoes cut in half 🍅
• A few fresh basil leaves 🌿
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil Provençal Box
• 1 garlic clove 🧄
• Salt and pepper

Preparation :

1. Toast the baguette slices in the oven or toaster.
2. Rub each slice with a halved garlic clove.
3. Arrange the cherry tomatoes on the slices of bread.
4. Add a few basil leaves.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve immediately.

Cucumber and avocado gazpacho with olive oil

For a fresh and creamy starter, try this original gazpacho. Olive oil brings a velvety touch to this cold soup.

Ingredients

• 2 cucumbers peeled and cut into pieces 🥒
• 2 ripe avocados 🥑
• 1 garlic clove 🧄
• The juice of a lime
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil Provençal Box
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

1. In a blender, mix the cucumbers, the lawyers, garlic and lime juice until smooth.
2. Add the olive oil and mix again.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving chilled.

High quality olive oil from Provençal Box is the key ingredient to succeed in these summer recipes. Do not hesitate to explore our selection of’olive oils and try these dishes at home. Enjoy your food !

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