Summer can be a challenging time if you're trying to conceive (TTC), especially when heat and humidity leave you feeling drained. But the right foods can help. These cooling recipes are packed with hydration, antioxidants, and nutrients that support reproductive health while helping you stay cool and energized.

Each one is designed to nourish your body, reduce inflammation, and promote hormone balance—especially helpful during the follicular and ovulatory phases of your cycle.

1. Cucumber + Basil Seed Chia Cooler

Why it's good for fertility:
This refreshing drink hydrates your body, soothes inflammation, and supports cervical mucus production. Basil seeds (also called sabja seeds) have cooling properties and may help regulate blood sugar levels—important for hormonal balance when TTC.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cucumber, peeled and blended
• Juice of ½ lime
• ½ tsp grated ginger (optional)
• 1 tsp basil seeds (sabja), soaked in water for 10 minutes
• 1 tsp honey (optional)
• Pinch of pink salt
• 1 cup cold water or coconut water

Instructions:
Blend cucumber, lime juice, ginger, honey, and salt with water. Stir in soaked basil seeds. Serve chilled.

2. Watermelon + Mint Feta Salad with Pumpkin Seeds

Why it's good for fertility:
Watermelon and mint help cool the body and aid digestion, while pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc—a critical nutrient for ovulation and progesterone production. Feta adds a calcium boost, which may support follicular development.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cubed watermelon
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• Handful of fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (lightly toasted)
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions:
Gently toss all ingredients in a large bowl. Chill for 15–20 minutes and enjoy fresh.

3. Cooling Quinoa Bowl with Coconut Yogurt & Berries

Why it's good for fertility:
Quinoa is a complete plant protein that supports egg quality. Coconut yogurt offers healthy fats and probiotics to support gut and hormone health. Berries add a powerful antioxidant punch to help protect your reproductive cells from oxidative stress.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup cooked quinoa (cooled)
• ½ cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
• ¼ cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• Dash of cinnamon
• Optional: drizzle of raw honey

Instructions:
Layer coconut yogurt over quinoa, top with berries, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Chill for 10 minutes and serve cold.

Final Tip

Fertility-friendly nutrition doesn’t have to be heavy or complicated, especially in the warmer months. Focus on foods that hydrate, reduce inflammation, and supply key nutrients like zinc, omega-3s, and antioxidants. These cooling recipes are easy to prepare, delicious, and designed to support your body while you’re trying to conceive—especially when the temperature rises.