The scorching sun makes the mouth dry, the summer temperature makes people worry, and the appetite is also affected. However, summer is actually a key season for nourishing and clearing away heat, so eating is very important. What vegetables to eat in summer can not only increase

The scorching sun makes the mouth dry, the summer temperature makes people worry, and the appetite is also affected. However, summer is actually the key season for nourishing and clearing away heat, so eating is very important.

What vegetables to eat in summer can not only increase appetite, but also be good for the body. Today I will introduce to you 3 kinds of vegetables, which are absolutely necessary in summer. Clear away heat and reduce fire. Suitable for the elderly and children. You must eat more this summer. !

Bitter melon

People who don’t like bitter melon are very resistant to this kind of food. After all, bitterness is always disliked in food, but those who love it are obsessed with it. Traditional Chinese culture has always believed that bitter things reduce fire .

In fact, the cool nature of bitter melon is very suitable for consumption in summer. In Guangdong, bitter melon is called "cool melon". It is conceivable that its heat-clearing effect is very strong.

Selection: There are some tips when choosing bitter melon: If you like to eat more bitter ones, you can choose the slender and darker bitter melons. Similarly, the short and fat bitter melons will have a lighter taste.

The texture on the surface of bitter melon can also reflect the taste of bitter melon. Bitter melon with more bumps will taste crisper and harder. You can choose according to the taste you want.

The most recommended way to eat here is Bitter melon with scrambled eggs . After the bitter melon is stir-fried at high oil temperature, the texture becomes soft and the taste changes from bitter to slightly sweet, which is very suitable for eating.

Recommended tips: : After slicing the bitter melon, add a little edible salt , mix well and marinate for about 10 minutes, then wash and stir-fry. This can retain the nutrients to the greatest extent and the taste will not be so bitter.

Lotus root

"Hands are red with lotus root on ice, bowl of lotus root on ice is red for hands". Eating lotus root in summer is a tradition in some areas in the south. This kind of tuber food has a high iron content and is very suitable for sweating too much in summer. Replenish nutrients needed by the body.

As a food with a cold nature, lotus root is rich in starch . In the summer when appetite is lost, lotus root can be used to replace the staple food, and you can also consume enough carbohydrates.

Selection: When choosing lotus roots, it is recommended to choose nine-hole lotus roots . Such lotus roots will grow healthier. At the same time, observe the shape of the lotus roots and try to buy ones that are well-proportioned and clean in appearance.

You can also take a look. If there are lotus root whiskers on both ends of the lotus root, it proves that the lotus root is fresher and tastes better.

The most recommended way to eat lotus root is of course Cold Lotus Root Slices. A cold dish must be included on the summer table.

You still need some skills to make delicious cold dishes:

1. First of all, when slicing, the lotus root slices must not be cut too thick, otherwise it will be difficult to taste and the taste will be affected.
2. Secondly, when blanching lotus root slices, be sure to add a handful of Sichuan peppercorns to the water. This is a key step to directly upgrade the taste of your salad.

Remember these two points, and your salad lotus root slices will definitely be as good as those in restaurants. !

Andrographis paniculata

The last recommended vegetable is Andrographis paniculata. Everyone must be familiar with it, but it doesn’t often appear on the dinner table. This vegetable has been recorded as early as in the "Compendium of Materia Medica", and its medicinal value is also quite high. After all, food and medicine have the same origin.

In addition to clearing away heat, Andrographis paniculata has a magical effect in that it can well cope with emotions and stress in the body. It can be seen that Andrographis paniculata is also very good for mental health. In the hot summer, this must be essential.

Selection: The deliciousness of Andrographis paniculata lies in its juicy and thick leaves, so when choosing Andrographis paniculata, be sure to choose thick-looking leaves so that it tastes good. Leaves that are lighter in color are also more tender and taste more delicious.

Andrographis paniculata mixed with wolfberry is definitely an indispensable nourishing and fire-reducing weapon on the summer table. Andrographis paniculata is delicious and easy to prepare. Just wash it and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Add fresh wolfberry, vinegar, salt, sesame oil, and minced garlic.In this way, a simple and highly nutritious cold dish with clean ingredients and is ready.

In summer, with the temperature rising , cooking is actually a huge ordeal. Why not try the quick vegetarian dishes and cold dishes taught above? These vegetables are refreshing and spleen-building, have high nutritional value, and are easy to prepare. It is very simple and very suitable for consumption by men, women and children.