26 Easy No-Cook Recipes for Hot Days
When the heat outside feels relentless, the last thing you want is to stand over a hot stove. No-cook dishes become the heroes of summer, offering fresh flavors and minimal effort. Think of crisp textures, cooling ingredients, and vibrant colors that come together in minutes.
These dishes aren’t just about convenience, they’re about keeping your energy up while the temperature rises. Whether you’re eating on the patio, packing lunch for work, or simply avoiding kitchen heat, you can still enjoy satisfying meals that keep things light, refreshing, and effortlessly delicious all season long.
Ice Cream Sandwich Oreo Cake

Ice Cream Sandwich Oreo Cake is a low-cost, simple dessert that will please everyone at any summer gathering.
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Berry Yogurt Parfaits

If you’re looking for an easy and healthy breakfast recipe, our berry yogurt parfaits are ideal. They come together quickly!
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Salmon Salad Sandwich Recipe

This fresh salmon salad sandwich recipe yields a moist salmon spread ideal for open-faced sandwiches. Loaded with fresh herbs and pomegranates!
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Lemon Chia Pudding

Lemon chia pudding! A refreshing tart pudding thickened with chia seeds! Dairy-free and vegan.
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Granola Nectarine Yogurt Parfait

Crunchy homemade granola layered with Greek yogurt and nectarines – This simple yogurt parfait is a tasty and quick breakfast or dessert.
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Healthy Greek Yogurt Tuna Salad

This recipe for healthy cherry vanilla granola is delicious and simple to prepare. It takes only 5 minutes to prepare and stays well in an airtight container.
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Butter Lettuce Salad

This Butter Lettuce Salad is light, fresh, herb-infused, crunchy, and simply delicious! Ideal as a light lunch, starter, or side dish for a heartier dinner.
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Blueberry Goat Cheese Salad With Candied Pecans

Blueberry Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Pecans is both sweet and savory, with a quick homemade basil balsamic vinaigrette.
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Banana Chia Seed Pudding

This banana chia pudding is so sweet, creamy, and delicious! It takes just five minutes to prepare and requires only four simple ingredients.
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Banana Bread Overnight Oats

For a quick and healthy breakfast, try banana bread overnight oats! This breakfast, which included almond milk and bananas, was a big hit!
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No Cooking No Canning Black Currant Jam

Are you a fan of blackcurrants? Do you want to savor their taste all year? Then try making No-Cooking, No-Canning Black Currant Jam.
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Buffalo Tempeh Carrot Lettuce Wraps

Buffalo Tempeh Carrot Lettuce Wraps are a high-protein vegan dinner dish. They are simple to prepare and ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Blueberry Chia Pudding

This blueberry coconut chia pudding is packed with delicious fruit and is ideal for a healthy breakfast or midday snack.
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Asparagus Salad With Hard Boiled Eggs And Ham

A tasty potato and asparagus salad with ham, hard-boiled eggs, chives, and a simple vinaigrette. Serve it slightly warm or cold.
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Buffalo Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps

These vegan lettuce wraps are packed with spicy, delicious flavor and ideal for game day, home appetizers, or a quick plant-based dinner.
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Beetroot And Blood Orange Salad

This beet and blood orange salad will brighten a winter day with its light, spring-like colors and tasty combination of seasonal ingredients. Easy and delicious.
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No Churn Ice Cream Series Cookies And Cream

Oreo cookie ice cream is our favorite type of cookies and cream ice cream, second only to our popular homemade biscoff ice cream.
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Arugula Salad With Roasted Sweet Potatoes Goat Cheese Gluten Free

Simple Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese and Roasted Sweet Potato – a delicious Fall side dish! Includes an easy balsamic glaze dressing recipe.
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Coconut Overnight Oats

These coconut overnight oats are creamy and protein-rich! They’re made with coconut milk and are perfect for a delicious breakfast meal prep.
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Asparagus Salad Smoked Salmon Sesame Miso Vinaigrette

This smoked salmon asparagus salad features zucchini ribbons and radishes on crisp greens, with a flavorful sesame miso dressing.
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Dal Makhani No Soak Pressure Cook Recipe

Dal makhani is a buttery whole urad dal seasoned with a variety of whole spices. This no-soak pressure cooker recipe is creamy, earthy, spicy, and smoky.
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Authentic Greek Salad

A delicious Greek salad that doesn’t include lettuce. This salad is typical of Greece and can be found on every menu in every restaurant.
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Balsamic Pear Walnut Salad

Balsamic pear and walnut salad with dark, hearty kale greens is the ideal Winter salad. Get the recipe here and plan ahead.
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Vegan Ceviche

Cool down on a hot summer day with this delicious Vegan Ceviche. It’s loaded with fresh vegetables, citrusy flavor, and a spicy kick.
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Blueberry Jam With Fresh Or Frozen Berries

Save money by making your own DIY Blueberry Jam with this secret ingredient jam recipe. Plus, you can use either fresh or frozen berries!
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No Cook Lime Mascarpone Cheesecake

This no-bake lime mascarpone cheesecake is super simple to make and delicious. It’s easy to prepare ahead of time, and the quick macerated raspberry topping is the perfect finishing touch.
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