39+ Low Histamine Recipes for Summertime

If pesto’s your thing but can’t handle tree nuts, this recipe for sunflower seed pesto is a gamechanger. Sunflower seeds are a simple substitute for tree nuts, even though other low histamine nuts and seeds have some of the same nutrients. Although there's some disagreement as to whether sunflower seeds are a "histamine liberator," most people tolerate them fine. 

Though this pesto recipe doesn’t have pine nuts, it’ll still be creamy and perfectly nutty thanks to the seeds. Now, you can easily add pesto to your dishes without having to worry about histamine flare up thanks to this recipe for sunflower seeds. 

A traditional pesto recipe uses pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. The tree nuts and parmesan are probably a no-no for everyone, unless you're a unicorn and have a very empty histamine bucket. 

Thankfully, this macadamia nut pesto is a terrific all-year low histamine sauce because it's dairy-free and low in histamine. Did I mention that it can last up to two years in the freezer? That's one way to use up your summertime basil harvest! 

I looked everywhere for a vegan lemon basil pesto recipe, but I couldn't find any, so I made my own! Although you can also prepare it with normal basil and a squeeze of lemon juice, the combination is a terrific way to use up lemon basil. So use this recipe for that bountiful summer harvest!

It's also a great way to boost your lunch or dinner's antihistamine content without having to prepare a ton of various veggies.

This low histamine pesto recipe nearly saved my sanity during the first month of my low histamine diet. I must have used it on chicken at least once a week, almost always with a side of garlic asparagus and some roasted sweet potatoes.

Not only is it versatile & actively antihistamine, but it's also a huge throwback to my childhood. My grandfather had a load of pecan trees down in Louisiana, and every summer, my Mom used them to make pesto.

This basil-infused toasted pecan pesto is free of dairy and high in histamine content, making it an excellent all-year low-histamine sauce. I mentioned that it can last up to two years in the freezer. That's one way to spice up your summertime basil harvest!

Whether you're looking for a simple sauce to put on dinner or a bright herb dressing for vegetables, this lemon garlic herb sauce got’s your name all over it. This is a kale-based sauce that makes use of the bold flavors from staple low histamine herbs + raw garlic to dress your dish in flavors that pack an antihistamine punch. 

Any herbs in your garden can be used in this recipe just keep a watch out that no herbs are directly high in histamine. With the optional addition of lemon juice, this is one healthy low histamine sauce! It whips up in about 10 minutes, including prep time.

In under 30 minutes you can enjoy a salad of warm peaches with torn burrata, perfect as a starter or a light main course - and of course, a visual stunner. This peach salad recipe combines the sweetness of baked peaches with the creamy richness of burrata, all elevated by the fresh, aromatic touch of basil.

With so many herbs thriving in the garden every summer, I'd be remiss if I didn't pull some together to make this garlic herb salad dressing. Low histamine, paleo-approved, and even keto-friendly, the ingredients in the dressing were each chosen for their antioxidant & antihistamine properties. 

It comes together in less than 10 minutes and perfect for giving your low histamine meals some pep! You’ll never be bored of salads with this salad dressing in your recipe rotation. 

This quick microgreen salad is an easy way to use microgreens from the market or your own home garden. There are so many healthy greens out there, each one adding a different nutrient profile to your salad. 

But if you're not as familiar with their particular flavors, try using a blend of microgreens. The key is to jazz it up with flavorful salad dressing to balance out sharp bites. This microgreens salad with ginger dressing takes five minutes to make. It’ll transform your low histamine dinner from nay to yay in seconds.

Herb-roasted zucchini thins are an incredibly simple recipe that involves drizzling tender zucchini rounds with olive oil and fresh herbs, then roasting them until they turn golden brown. This tasty but straightforward side dish gives every dinner a dash of sophistication and freshness.

Zucchini is not only low in calories, rich in vitamins and minerals and an excellent low histamine vegetable, but its light inherent flavor makes it easy to pair with a more strong-tasting main dish. Feel free to use fresh or dried herbs in this recipe. 

If you’ve got a big zucchini harvest, these crispy zucchini fries are just the thing to make. Ready in less than 30 minutes, they're the ultimate crunchy veggie fries packed with flavor. 

They’re nightshade-free, and low in histamine! Best of all, these guilt-free snacks are oven-baked with little olive oil or your favorite low histamine oil. If you enjoy crispy veggie fries, also try my frozen carrot fries and yuca fries.

Enjoy caramelized peaches that are crisped up to perfection, without the need to fire up the grill (or even go outside!). Get it from fridge to fryer to table in under 15 minutes all thanks to your air fryer.

This summertime dessert recipe is like a healthy peach cobbler, but without all the work of creating a base or a streusel topping. Enjoy this low histamine sweets all summer long or any time of year for that matter.

If you enjoy making edible gifts for gifts, these candied macadamia nuts are essential to your repertoire. It’s also the ideal homemade gift for those on an elimination diet or just watching their weight. 

These candied macadamia nuts  are oil-free, low in sugar and high in heart-healthy fats. They’ve got that perfect combination of salty and sweet sufficiently salty to balance things out, 

It can be done in a toaster oven rather than a full-size oven, and is an excellent sweet topping for ice cream. They’re also a tasty addition to homemade granola, or simply a satisfying afternoon snack.

When cherries are in season and you’ve got an abundance of the fruit, there’s nothing better than bottling some up to save for a rainy day. But if all you’ve got is the frozen variety, fret not as this recipe yields delicious sweet and tart jam made with no pectin. After a few tries using fresh or frozen cherries, there’s absolutely no difference in flavor for my finnicky palate. 

This is just a simple, flavorful sweet treat that's quick and easy to make too! You can sub honey or maple syrup, but it needs a bit of traditional sweetener alongside the monk fruit. If your stomach can't yet handle sugar, you can omit it, but the texture may be overly-thick and it won't be as sweet.

Something about the combination of blackberries and roses makes me super giddy. This low histamine rose and blackberry jam is no exception. 

is an excellent way to preserve some of the fresh summer fruit or to use it up from frozen later in the year.

I don't use pectin in this recipe and keep it in the freezer to last me half a year. It’s a simple recipe that gives festive flair to my favorite gluten-free oat milk pancakes and chestnut flour crepes.

Probably one of my favorite desserts is this recipe. Mango sticky rice is a ridiculously crave-worthy dessert. It instantly transports me to eating Thai street food on the side of the road in Bangkok, what feels like a lifetime ago. 

Mango sticky rice is a delectable combination of fresh, sweet, ripe mangoes and sweet rice cooked in coconut milk. Using one of my favorite low histamine fruits and my go-to sweetener, making this recipe at home is quite easy.

Summer heat’s got you sweltering like crazy? Stay cool with this sweet yet tart blueberry nice cream. If you've been searching for an incredible dessert to whip up in no time during the hot months, the buck stops with this recipe. 

This basil blueberry “nice cream” is quick and easy to make, and it's great for using up two common summer crops: basil and blueberries. The flavors are enhanced by mango powder (or an alternative for amchur) and sweetened by monk fruit. Fruity berries are contrasted by nuanced bursts of fresh basil for a low histamine dessert that you can eat right out of the tub.

These blueberry basil popsicles are a terrific low histamine snack for hot days. The homemade popsicle uses up frozen blueberries and turns them into this delicious frozen treat, sans the sugar bomb of store-bought popsicles.

Blend them with another summer harvest: fresh basil, and use monk fruit sweetener as a sugar alternative. Simple to make. These blueberry basil popsicles will please picky kids and adults alike, and they're very simple and enjoyable to create.

When blueberries are in season, you can freeze a bunch to use for these paletas later on in the summer. These blueberry coconut milk popsicles are perfect to cool off. Featuring two main flavors - coconut and cardamom, and a hint of spicy ginger, this frozen delight will please picky kiddos and adults alike. 

This recipe makes use of a ton of blueberries for sweet tart freshness while the coconut milk pairs beautifully with the berries. The dairy substitute in this recipe also cuts the mild bite from the ginger. Best of all, they’re super easy and fun to make!

These creamy mango popsicles are a simple low histamine vegan treat to make all summer long! Sweet and kid-friendly, they only take 5 minutes to make. 

Vibrant yellow fruits full of antioxidants, mangoes form the base of these popsicles. Allulose or maple syrup is my sweetener of choice while coconut milk is what makes these luscious mango popsicles so irresistible. Easy to prepare with an irresistible flavor, these creamy mango popsicles are a winner!

This rose syrup is great in coffee, on desserts, and in homemade sodas. With exotic Middle Eastern vibes, it takes just 5 minutes of active work to make homemade rose simple syrup. 

Common in Indian and Pakistani, as well as some Italian, French, and Mediterranean dishes I've come across, you'll love the fresh floral aromas with pleasant sweetness in your low histamine drinks and desserts.

This Thai basil simple syrup is made with fresh (Thai) basil leaves steeped in sweetened water to create a delightfully sweet herby base for summer cocktails and frozen treats. Thai basil, a variation on traditional basil, is a highly antihistamine herb that's perhaps best-known as the base for pesto. 

While this Thai basil simple syrup recipe has quite a different flavor from a dollop of pesto, the herbaceous licorice undertone remains just as light and distinct.

Keep an eye out as well when heating and don't let it get to a simmer as that will affect the taste of your simple syrup. Unlike a traditional white sugar simple syrup, this allulose & monk fruit-based version is virtually calorie free and not inflammatory at all.

When it’s summertime, I regularly whip up roselle tea. Also known as hibiscus tea, roselle tea is such a refreshing and pleasant beverage to enjoy when it’s hot out. 

This aromatic tea has a deep red color and is an antihistamine powerhouse. Its potency is compounded by the (optional) addition of another antihistamine herb: ginger root. Figuring out how to make hibiscus tea with dried leaves, ginger, and sweetener is as simple as following the proper ratios in the recipe here.

If you’re looking for a pleasantly sweet yet tart low histamine beverage. Features a strong bite of ginger and a splash of fresh lime juice, its a virgin and antihistamine take on the moscow mule, with blackberries. 

As my low histamine alcohol guide covers, vodka is a big no-no on a low histamine diet, so I decided to swap it here for a touch of (optional) fresh lime juice & some seasonal blackberries. Though feel free to to spike it with vodka if you can tolerate it, 1-2 oz. of vodka should suffice.

I’m a firm believer that one can never have too many sugar-free simple syrups. I’ve already got a Thai basil syrup but this basil simple syrup is a great alternative when you can’t find Thai basil or just have an abundance of fresh basil leaves.

This is an overall easy basil simple syrup recipe, perfect for making mocktails and cocktails, or even topping ice cream. Try this basil syrup to sweeten your next low histamine smoothie!

My easy mango mule mocktail recipe yields a sweet and delicious tropical drink. So if you’re looking for a refreshing summer cooler, make this drink pronto! This is my way of using up more of the actively antihistamine fresh mangoes we get here all summer.

Feel free to use frozen mango puree or juice. There’s a kick of ginger in there from the ginger beer, which adds a layer of flavor to the cool beverage. This mango mule mocktail comes together without a blender. It’s perfect for a summer day and very kid-friendly!

This ginger, coconut, and lychee mocktail is creamy, fresh, and absolutely bursting with tropical goodness. It’s simple to make with just four ingredients, and ready in under 15 minutes.

All you have to do is dump and blitz all the ingredients in a blender and it's ready to go! Be careful not to add too much ginger or it will overpower the delicate lychee flavor. 

This mocktail is ideal for relaxing or celebrating with friends and family - I know I’ve enjoyed a few just while relaxing in the sun with a good book.

You've probably seen turmeric ginger shots at your local organic market, but at roughly $4 a pop, you probably won't spring for them after the first one. This homemade version costs well under $1 a serving, and freezes beautifully.

Making apple ginger turmeric shots simply requires 4 pantry ingredients, no juicer needed. They're the perfect way to jumpstart your digestive system and add a bit of anti-inflammatory power to your day.

This virgin mint julep will be your new favorite way to shake up your summer! It’s the perfect blend of sharp & sweet.

If you can tolerate the alcohol and would like to spike this up, just add 2 oz. of bourbon. With just 4 ingredients and no blender needed, this mint julep mocktail couldn't get much simpler.

Looking for your next favorite summer refreshment? This virgin Moscow mule should be on the top of your list. Sweet with a hint of ginger and a dash of fresh lime juice, it’s perfect for a summer soiree. 

Also very kid-friendly, it comes together without a blender in no time. Three minutes if you want to be exact! As my low histamine alcohol guide covers, vodka is a big no-no on a low histamine diet, so I simply swapped it here for a touch of fresh lime juice - if you can't tolerate even a half teaspoon on lime juice, I'd skip this one.

This lavender blueberry mocktail is pleasantly sweet with a mild bite of ginger. Anytime is the perfect time to make such a drink with homemade lavender syrup in the fridge. 

Harvest your lavender when they’re in bloom. This mocktail has a very fresh taste with a bit of complexity from the mix of floral, berry, spice, and herbaceous notes. 

Transport yourself to the tropics anytime with this mango passion fruit mocktail. It’s easy to make at home with simple ingredients, and sweet with strong tropical vibes. A splash of fresh mango goes a long way in powering this antihistamine drink with flavor and healthful benefits. 

Holy basil tea, also known as tulsi tea, is an aromatic and strongly antihistamine drink that's worth adding as part of your morning ritual. It's a great way to help clear a histamine reaction, and use up extra fresh tulsi from the garden. 

The flavors of tulsi tea have an inherently mild, almost citrusy flavor that blends well with a variety of other herbs. Its antihistamine powers are also compounded in this recipe by the optional addition of another summer herb: mint leaves! 

It couldn't be easier to make or customize the flavor of this low histamine tea. Enjoy it year round.

Looking for a way to use up your garden's surplus lemon basil? Try making lemon basil tea and honey! This aromatic mixture has a powerful antihistamine effect, which is enhanced by the (optional) use of ginger root.

With the simplest instructions, prepare a delightful and calming lemon basil tea with ginger and honey. You can also just multiply the recipe and make a punch with it for more people.

Jazz up your summer fruit salad with this secret ingredient. A 3-ingredient mint simple syrup, on top of summer’s ripest and freshest cut up fruits will be your party’s showpiece. You can either make this sugar-free or use your preferred sweetener. 

The recipe is very forgiving and comes together easily with just a bit of good timing. You can also use it to sweeten your favorite hot or cold teas, smoothies, and mocktails.

If you're looking to add an extra dose of passionfruit to your drinks or desserts, try making passion fruit syrup. It keeps well in the freezer so you won't have to worry about using it all up in one go, and it's a great way of adding fruitiness to a small scoop of ice cream. 

As if it isn't obvious, I'm a huge fan of making my own simple syrups just because. You want to use very ripe passion fruit for this simple syrup but if frozen's what you've got then that's fine too. 

This is a calorie and sugar-free simple syrup sweetened with my go to allulose and monk fruit blend. Drizzle this simple syrup onto bundts or quick breads, mocktails, smoothies or jazz up your fruit salad.

I’ve got a delicious low histamine smoothie for you right here! This recipe was born out of my issue with not having enough delicious low histamine smoothie recipes available.

This antihistamine smoothie is packed with blueberries, moringa, and cherries, among other antihistamine powerhouses. I've formulated this particular recipe to help keep my stomach happy and balance out any lingering histamine from the previous meal, as the pea sprouts in this recipe contain DAO. All of the other ingredients are actively antihistamine foods (water notwithstanding!).

While moringa powder has a strong flavor, I manage to cover it up in this turmeric moringa smoothie. Meant for inflammation, it packs even more of an antihistamine & anti-inflammatory punch with some ginger and sweet frozen mangoes.

Between the tropical mango, creamy macadamia butter, and nutty almond milk, this smoothie is packed with nutrients like vitamins C, E, A, curcumin, and iron. It’s like drinking your vitamins but in an extremely pleasurable way!

This creamy mango smoothie is delightfully sweet and lusciously thick. Much like my other low histamine smoothies, allulose or maple syrup are my chosen sweetener for this recipe, meaning that basically all the sugar in the recipe is the small amount naturally present in the mango.

It’ll surely satisfy your sweet cravings. Plus, it's an easy vegan low histamine drink that can be made year-round!

Smoothies make a great breakfast or snack on-the-go. I love blending up a smoothie to gulp down in a flash on busy days.

This kale cherry smoothie is deliciously creamy and jam-packed with vitamins and minerals. It also contains homemade macadamia butter and some fresh ginger to help soothe inflammation in the digestive tract. TBH this iron-rich smoothie is like drinking vitamins - it needs the sweetener - but in an honest-to-goodness enjoyable way. 

This microgreen smoothie recipe is my way of easily sneaking more nutrients into my diet while still satisfying my sweet tooth. Not only does it feature several antihistamine foods, but it also contains a scoop of plant protein powder to make it even more filling.

For a nourishing, healthy smoothie with microgreens, my quick Microgreen Smoothie is vegan-friendly and perfect for moms, kiddos, and anyone else who could benefit from more nutrient-dense foods (that's everyone!).