The heat waves are quickly approaching and we are not mad about it! These hot days are perfect for socializing, swimming and well…not cooking inside! Instead of heating up your already hot kitchen with more heat from the stove, here are some recipes that you can whip together on a hot day that are simple yet satisfying.
This sweet and tangy salad is filled with color and is topped with a nutty dressing that will make you forget that you didn’t need a stove for supper!
http://www.jessicagavin.com/crunchy-thai-salad-peanut-dressing/ Photos By: Jessica Gavin
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This radishes are currently blowing my mind with the beauty and great taste. Mix some earthy flavors with a little sweet and salty to achieve the perfect summer salad.
http://www.alexandracooks.com/2014/12/24/watermelon-radish-orange-goat-cheese-salad/ Photos By: Alexandra Cooks
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These little savoury treats are so delicious and 100% worth the extra time it takes to hand roll each one. Filled with some bright veggies, you will be reaching for a plateful of these!
http://www.wandercooks.com/temaki-sushi/ Photos By: Wander Cooks
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Tacos without heat? Definitely! Don’t let the hot weather stop your Taco Tuesday from happening. These flavorful veggie tacos will blow you regular tacos out of the water.
http://www.yummymummykitchen.com/2016/07/veggie-tacos-with-black-beans-and.html Photos By: Yummy Mummy Kitchen
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A healthy alternative to the regular broccoli salad and filled with tons of antioxidants. Topped with a yummy dressing that isn’t packed with fat, you can eat this with a piece of mind.
http://kristineskitchenblog.com/no-mayo-broccoli-salad-blueberries-apple/ Photos By: Kristine’s Kitchen Blog
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Beautiful enough to be served at a formal gathering, but easy enough to be made for a cool supper in the sunshine. It’s the best of both worlds!
http://www.foodiecrush.com/cantaloupe-and-mozzarella-caprese-salad/ Photos By: Foodie Crush
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Can you believe these colors are natural? It’s simply lovely. Roll up a whole pile of nutrients for supper, dip in some creamy sauce, and you won’t be disappointed.
http://elavegan.com/vegan-summer-rolls-gluten-free-recipe/ Photos By: Elavegan
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Make a big batch of this salad at the beginning of the week and your dinner prep time will be almost non-existent when you come home from a long day at work.
http://littlespicejar.com/moroccan-chickpea-quinoa-power-salad/ Photos By: Little Spice Jar
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Some delicious bruschetta is always a must! But to be honest, on a hot day, I’d pick up some balsamic reduction at the grocery store and skip on home to make bruschetta in a matter of minutes.
http://jessicainthekitchen.com/classic-bruschetta-recipe-balsamic-glaze/ Photos By: Jessica In The Kitchen
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Maybe it’s just my love for prosciutto but this salad looks amazing! Get lots of protein in your supper and stay away from the stove with this amazing recipe.
http://reciperunner.com/lemony-white-bean-arugula-prosciutto-salad/ Photos By: Recipe Runner
Lindsay loves cooking fun and creative meals for friends and family. At home, you can find her trying out a new recipe found on Pinterest while trying to balance her husband's sweet tooth with her healthy eating habits. If she's not in the kitchen, you'll find Lindsay photographing people she loves and going out with friends to try the newest restaurant in her small town.