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no-cook recipes perfect for summer

1 · Aug 16, 2017 · Leave a Comment

With August upon us, we’re getting some of the hottest heat here in Charlotte that we’ve gotten all summer.  And all that heat has me craving is easy, no-cook recipes!

I’ve rounded up my favorite dishes that don’t require an oven – making them perfect for the final blazing days of summer.  Who else is SO ready for the crisp, cool days of Autumn!?

MAINS

Apple & Peanut Butter Yogurt Toasts

apple & peanut butter yogurt toasts - a perfectly balanced breakfast that tastes delicious and fills you up! // cait's plate

Peanut Butter Peach Yogurt Bowl

easiest ever peanut butter peach yogurt bowl - a perfectly balanced morning meal // cait's plate

3 Layer Smoothie (can also work as a snack!)

3 ingredient three layer smoothie - a refreshing, no-cook meal to beat the summer heat! // cait's plate

Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding with Peaches & Almonds

vanilla chia seed pudding // cait's plate

Whole Grain Chocolate Chip Zucchini Waffles

whole grain chocolate chip zucchini waffles - a delicious way to sneak some veggies into your morning! // cait's plate

No-Bake, Edible Peanut Butter Honey Yogurt Bowls

edible peanut butter honey yogurt bowl // cait's plate

Cherry Overnight Oatmeal

superfast meal idea: cherry overnight oatmeal // cait's plate

3-Ingredient Totally Customizable Smoothie Bowl

totally customizable 3-ingredient smoothie bowl // cait's plate

Peanut Butter & Jelly Waffle Sandwich (can also work as a snack!)

peanut butter and jelly waffle sandwich - easy, portable and delicious! // cait's plate

4-Ingredient Green Smoothie

4-ingredient green smoothie // cait's plate

Favorite Easy Summer Salad

favorite easy summer salad - a light and healthy meal that comes together with no cooking! // cait's plate

Smashed Stuffed Mexican Sweet Potatoes

smashed mexican sweet potatoes - a well balanced dish that comes together in under 30 minutes // cait's plate

Guacamole Greens Salad

Easy, Veggie-Packed Mediterranean Zucchini Noodles with Kale & Walnut Pesto (I sauté the zucchini noodles in this recipe but you don’t have to!)

easy veggie-packed mediterranean zucchini noodles with kale walnut pesto - an easy and delicious way to get tons of nutrition in one dish! // cait's plate

Cheddar, Apple & Arugula Turkey Sandwich

cheddar, apple & arugula turkey sandwich - a perfect lunch for the fall season // cait's plate

Simple Summer Strawberry Salad (use chickpeas in place of chicken for this to make it fully no-bake!)

simple summer strawberry salad - a delicious salad that packs lean protein, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and healthy fats all into one bowl! // cait's plate

Double Bean Corn & Avocado Salad Bowl (okay, so this calls for roasted potatoes…but you can grill them outside or microwave them instead!)

double bean corn & avocado salad bowl - quick, easy and so satisfying! // cait's plate

Easy Mediterranean Pita Pockets

easy mediterranean pita pockets - easy, filling and delicious! // cait's plate

Mexican Corn Zucchini Noodles with Chili-Lime Roasted Chickpeas

mexican corn zucchini noodles with chili-lime roasted chickpeas // cait's plate

Greek Pita Chip Nachos

greek pita chip nachos - a quick and easy meal solution everyone will love! // cait's plate

SNACKS & DESSERTS

Note: some of these require melting chocolate which you can easily do in the microwave rather than over a double boiler!

S’mores Yogurt Parfaits

s'mores yogurt parfaits - a fun twist on a classic favorite // cait's plate

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Energy Bites

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups w. Sea Salt

dark chocolate peanut butter cups with sea salt - a delicious indulgence! // cait's plate

2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookie Bars

2-ingredient peanut butter cookie bars // cait's plate

Vegan Banana Berry “Ice Cream”

very berry banana ice cream // cait's plate

Frozen S’mores

frozen s'mores // cait's plate

Espresso Chocolate Chip Energy Bites

espresso chocolate chip energy bites // cait's plate

Oreo Truffles 

oreo truffles // cait's plate

Dark Chocolate & Peanut Covered Apple Slices

dark chocolate peanut covered apple wedges // cait's plate

Chocolate Peanut Butter & Banana Green Smoothie

chocolate peanut butter green smoothie // cait's plate

No-Bake Granola Bars

no-bake chocolate peanut butter granola bars // cait's plate

2-Ingredient Greek Yogurt Bark

2 ingredient greek yogurt bark - simple and refreshing, it's the perfect summer snack! // cait's plate

Chocolate Chip Cookie Greek Yogurt Parfaits

greek yogurt chocolate chip cookie parfait // cait's plate

Cookie Dough Ice Cream Pie

Cookie Dough Ice Cream Pie // cait's plate

Dark Chocolate Indoor S’mores

dark chocolate indoor s'mores - a fun and delicious end of summer treat! // cait's plate

 

Happy no-baking! 🙂

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