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Gazpacho Andaluz: the taste of Southern Spain at the height of summer.

- This Andalusian staple packs 150% of your daily vitamin C for under 100 calories topping our list of favourite dishes to try abroad.

Heading abroad and looking for healthy food choices? We've got you covered.

- 13 traditional French, Spanish and Italian dishes to make your holiday healthier, lighter and 100% delicious – think seared scallops, dashes of cumin and crisp vegetables 

Bruh-Sheh-tuh, anyone?

- Brew-Sheh-tuh? Bruschetta. Tomato, garlic, and oregano. Vitamin-packed and perfect after a day strolling Italian lemon groves and admiring sun-warmed classical architecture. Click for more dishes to sample this holiday.

Foodie abroad with a side of healthy balance?

- Hands up for mixed salad al fresco, slow-roasted aubergine, a drizzle of olive oil, freshly caught mussels and grilled calamari. We hear you. Our favourite dishes to sample this summer.

Get the glow of fresh produce, unprocessed ingredients, and southern European sun. 

- Regional specialities to seasonal delicacies, our guide to French, Italian and Spanish dishes to reinvigorate your body abroad.

Señor? Monsieur? Signore? We're ready to order now.

- The sautéed garlic, anchovies, and olives, of Italy's Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca. France's Scallops a la Provencal and Spain's Espinacas con Garbanzos tapa. Our favourite dishes to have abroad.

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[Image: Espinacas con Garbanzos (Spain)]

Originating in Andalucia, southern Spain, "tapas" were traditionally given complementary to "cap" a glass of wine. A Spanish staple, their popularity meant tapas spread nationwide, bars offer a buffet selection behind glass displays at around a Euro a plate full, with each province developing their own signature specialities. 

Espinacas con Garbanzos (Spinach and chickpeas) belongs to Seville. With chickpeas, spinach, olive oil, and plenty of spice, it's smokey, rocket-fuel healthy, and a firm favourite. Find out more of our top-picks to tempt your palate whilst abroad through the link in our bio.

[Image: Spaghetti alla Puttanesca (Italy)]

From Naples with love, Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca is bursting with all the elements of Italy including fresh pasta, tomatoes, oregano, olive oil, chilli, olives, black pepper, capers, and garlic. 

One serving comes packed with vitamin A for immunity, vitamin C for tissue repair, vitamin K for wound repair, and all under 700 calories wrapped into one of Italy's most iconic dishes. If you have the chance this one's a must-try! Find out more of Spain, France, and Italy's most health-packed, traditional dishes through the link in our bio.

[Image: Niçoise Salad (France)]

Craving the sapphire shorelines of the French Riviera? Deriving its name from the French city Nice, capital of the Alpes-Maritimes region of France, Salade Niçoise is a summer garden of new potatoes, french beans, onions, olives, asparagus, tuna, eggs, anchovies, and basil served on baby gem lettuce for a fresh crunch. 

Find more classic French dishes (as well as Spanish and Italian) chosen as our top-runners for a healthy, balanced lifestyle whilst exploring abroad, check out the link in our bio.

[Image: Ventresca Salad (Spain)]

When in Spain upgrade your salad game - meet salada Ventresca. 

Traditionally in Spain "Salada" will get you a Salada Mixta replete with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, green olives, sweetcorn, tuna, and white asparagus. Salada Ventresca is Salada Mixta's flashy, cosmopolitan younger brother.

Ventresca de atun refers to the salad's core of tuna belly which is served with blood orange, avocado, and occasionally pomegranate. Packed with market-fresh vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats this plate of produce is a must-order if you find yourself strolling the streets of Barcelona or Madrid. 

For more of our favourites to try when dining abroad check out the link in our bio.