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No-Cook Dinner Ideas for a Hot Day


  • Author: zenola-morgan
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Healthy

Description

Enjoy refreshing and easy dinner options that require little to no cooking, perfect for hot days.


Ingredients

  • Rotisserie chicken or smoked salmon
  • Hummus, tzatziki, or store-bought pesto
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumbers
  • Bagged greens
  • Tortillas, pita, or crusty bread
  • Olives, feta, pickles, pepperoncini
  • Fruit like watermelon or grapes

Instructions

  1. Assemble a mezze plate with sliced chicken, hummus, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta, and warm pita. Drizzle with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.
  2. Spread cream cheese or mashed avocado on toasted rye, top with smoked salmon, sliced cucumbers, capers, and black pepper.
  3. Combine tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then add rinsed chickpeas or white beans for a filling meal.

Notes

Aim for a balance of protein and fresh produce for a satisfying meal without heat.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg