{"id":40763,"date":"2017-08-27T09:15:29","date_gmt":"2017-08-27T13:15:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=40763"},"modified":"2021-05-14T03:33:05","modified_gmt":"2021-05-14T07:33:05","slug":"no-bake-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/no-bake-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Healthy No-Bake Recipes for Hot Days"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Feel like you’ve run a marathon<\/a> through the desert by the time you sit down for dinner? When summer starts to really heat up, the last thing you want to do is make your home even hotter by turning on lots of kitchen appliances<\/a>. Your solution: No-bake recipes that require zero fuss. From refreshing appetizers to easy lunches, we\u2019ve got fifteen healthy options that will keep you fueled up and cool as a cucumber.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 9 Delicious Watermelon Recipes for Summer<\/a><\/p>\n

15 No-Bake Recipes for Hot Days<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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1.\u00a0Avocado Toast<\/a>
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These tasty toasts come together in under 10 minutes, so they\u2019re ideal for guilt-free snacking when hunger strikes. Avocados are a healthy source of fat, plus this green fruit has more potassium than a banana. Choose your own delicious adventure by topping your toast with smoked salmon, tomatoes or radishes.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Renee Blair\/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0Citrus Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n

Talk about picture-perfect colors! Sweet oranges and grapefruits steal the show in this easy recipe. Plus, the citrus toppings arm you with immunity-boosting vitamin C<\/a>. Your fresh lemon-Dijon dressing will cut the bitterness of the kale and fennel in your bowl.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Renee Blair \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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3.\u00a0Protein Overnight Oats<\/a><\/h3>\n

Instead of heating up oatmeal, try one of these genius no-bake recipes for breakfast. You’ll get the same amount of fiber<\/a> as the stovetop variety \u2014\u00a0and a whopping 13 grams of protein to kickstart your day. Free up your mornings by prepping your Greek yogurt, oats, chia seeds <\/a>and protein powder the night before.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Lee Hersh \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>15 Healthy Recipes for No-Bake Desserts<\/a><\/p>\n

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4.\u00a0Deconstructed Sushi Salad Recipe<\/a>
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Save money by making this sushi roll-inspired salad at home. You have our permission to skip the miso soup<\/a> if it\u2019s sweltering outside. Top your greens\u00a0with strips of nori, a dried seaweed that\u2019s a great source of vitamins E, K and thiamin, a B vitamin<\/a> that supports brain health.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Carmen Sturdy \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 15 Healthy Lettuce Wraps for Low-Carb Lunches<\/a><\/p>\n

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5.\u00a0Mexican Cauliflower Couscous<\/a>
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This inventive recipe swaps cauliflower for carb-heavy couscous. Not only does the vegetable have 95 percent fewer calories than the pasta pearls, but it\u2019s packed with vitamins C<\/a> and K. Combined with the vibrant flavors of beans, corn and tomatoes, your taste buds will totally be fooled.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Carmen Sturdy \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0Antioxidant Fruit Salad<\/a>
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Bright fruits provide a sweet ending to any BBQ or summer gathering. Drizzle vanilla-infused honey over this mix of seasonal blackberries, peaches and cherries for a salad that can\u2019t be beat. Not sure whether organic berries are worth the investment? Check out our handy guide for when to buy organic<\/a>.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Renee Blair \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>8 Crockpot Recipes You Should Totally Make This Summer<\/a><\/p>\n

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7.\u00a0Arugula Salad with Avocado and Tomato<\/a><\/h3>\n

Need a fast and easy first course? Serve this refreshing salad that\u2019s boasts creamy avocado and juicy, seasonal tomatoes. To speed up your kitchen prep, make the pita chips<\/a> ahead of time or use your favorite prepackaged brand.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Emily Miller \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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8.\u00a0Melon Mozzarella Prosciutto Skewers<\/a><\/h3>\n

This elegant antipasti option delivers a one-two punch of flavor, thanks to the extraordinary combination of salty prosciutto and sweet cantaloupe. At just 78 calories for two, you won\u2019t feel guilty helping yourself to multiple servings.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>10 Irresistible Stone Fruit Recipes to Savor Summer<\/a><\/p>\n

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9.\u00a0Greek Salad on a Stick<\/a><\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s an inventive way to serve salad: Put the ingredients on skewers<\/a>! Once you\u2019ve threaded the vegetables and olives through, sprinkle Feta on top and serve on lettuce leaves<\/a> for a fun first course.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 11 Barbeque-Friendly Snacks on a Stick<\/a><\/p>\n

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10.\u00a0Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Bites<\/a><\/h3>\n

Feta, mint and a drizzle of maple glaze take these appetizers to another level of awesome \u2014\u00a0and they\u2019ll come together in just 15 minutes. Even better: Watermelon<\/a> and cucumber are hydrating fruits, ideal for hot, sweaty summer days.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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11.\u00a0Corn, Black Bean and Quinoa Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n

Got leftover quinoa<\/a>? Use it up by adding fiber-rich beans, corn and bell peppers to your bowl. The result: A savory, gluten-free salad that\u2019s got just seven grams of fat per serving. (Meaning you\u2019ll still have room for dessert<\/a>!)\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>9 Strawberry Recipes to Enjoy All Summer Long<\/a><\/p>\n

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12.\u00a0Raw Rainbow Collard Greens Wrap<\/a><\/h3>\n

Taste the rainbow with this sandwich that\u2019s bursting with nutritious, raw veggies<\/a>. Fill your collard greens with a generous smear of hummus and thinly sliced carrots, peppers, cucumbers and onions. Then roll it up and dig in.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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13.\u00a0Avocado and Pomegranate Frise Salad<\/a><\/h3>\n

Make your avocado do double duty by using the scooped out shell as a bowl. Each serving of this hearty salad has six grams of fiber<\/a>, which promotes digestive health and may also protect against heart disease. If you don\u2019t have fris\u00e9e on hand, swap in mesclun or other leafy greens.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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14.\u00a0Orange and Fennel Salad<\/a>
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Excellent sources of fiber and folate<\/a>, fennel and oranges create an ideal balance of bitter and sweet in this salad. Be sure to let the dish stand for five minutes after you\u2019ve seasoned it with sea salt so the flavors can deepen. Pro tip: A sharp, thin knife will help you separate the flesh from the skin of the orange.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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15.\u00a0Gazpacho Salad<\/a>
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The classic cold soup is great for balmy days, but can require some serious chopping (and about a million veggies) to prepare. This salad has the same light and spicy flavors but takes just 20 minutes to whip up \u2014\u00a0freeing you up to cool down by the pool. Save even more time by using precooked shrimp.\u00a0Photo and recipe:\u00a0Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

Originally published June 2015. Updated August 2017.<\/em><\/p>\n

Read More:
\n<\/strong>8 Crockpot Recipes You Should Totally Make This Summer<\/a>
\n10 Irresistible Stone Fruit Recipes to Savor This Summer<\/a>
\n9 Quick, Delicious No-Bake Cake Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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