Food & Drink

16 Super (Food) Ideas to Beat Back Summer’s UV Rays

These tasty dishes are chock-full of healthy stuff that'll help protect delicate skin from the sun's rays.

By Abigail Matsumoto July 26, 2017

Amp up your SPF with the help of a summery superfood menu! Your fridge and pantry are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and other good things that can help block UVA rays, protect skin, and even ease sunburns. Check out the slideshow below to see the best recipes for all those sunny days ahead: beat-the-heat drinks, crunchy carrot chips, and even a new way to toast the morning!

Game-Changing Chicken Salad

There’s a lot to love about this chicken salad from Two Healthy Kitchens. If the crisp apples, crunchy pecans, and healthy Greek yogurt dressing weren’t enough, it also features lots of juicy grapes that help protect against UV radiation. Gluten-free and easy to whip up, this is a refreshing addition to any summer picnic! Get the recipe here.

photo: Two Healthy Kitchens