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No-Cook Recipes

Whip up killer no-cook desserts, mains, salads, and appetizers without turning a knob. We've got great ideas for easy dishes that save time and energy in the kitchen.
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18 Icebox Cakes and Pies to Make This Summer

Craving an easy sweet treat this summer but don't want to crank up your ove...
Craving an easy sweet treat this summer but don't want to crank up your oven in this stifling heat? Icebox cakes and pies are the answer. They're easy to assemble in a snap, but still have that impressive wow-factor perfect for summer parties and potlucks. From rich, indulgent, and chocolatey to fruity, tart, and tangy, there's a frozen dessert for every crowd. Just assemble, freeze, and you've got a tasty treat waiting for you when that craving strikes. 

No-Cook Dinner Ideas

Give the grill and oven a break and beat the heat by serving dinners that d...
Give the grill and oven a break and beat the heat by serving dinners that don't require any cooking.

Simple No-Cook Side Dishes

Beat the heat with summer vegetable recipes that don't require any cooking....
Beat the heat with summer vegetable recipes that don't require any cooking. No cooking at all. We promise.
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Healthy Diet

No-Cook Summer Salads

Keep your kitchen cool and your stomach full with these nutrient-packed mai...
Keep your kitchen cool and your stomach full with these nutrient-packed main-dish salad recipes.
I Heart My Grill

Sensational Slaws

Coleslaw is the salad of choice at most barbecue joints and cookouts and is...
Coleslaw is the salad of choice at most barbecue joints and cookouts and is so much more than shredded cabbage.
Quick & Easy

No-Cook Side Dishes

There are better things to do during the summer months than to stand in a h...
There are better things to do during the summer months than to stand in a hot kitchen preparing food. That's why these handy no-cook side dishes guarantee you less time in the kitchen, and more time to enjoy the outdoors. Simply find the freshest ingredients and assemble; it's that easy.   
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No-Cook Appetizers

Keep summer entertaining simple with these easy appetizer recipes that keep...
Keep summer entertaining simple with these easy appetizer recipes that keep you on the porch–and out of the kitchen.

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Great Guacamole Recipes

Got guac? We do. Check out this collection of our favorite homemade guacamo...
Got guac? We do. Check out this collection of our favorite homemade guacamole recipes. 
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White Bean Hummus with Anchovies and Parsley

Serve this unique, homemade hummus as an appetizer for casual dinner partie...
Serve this unique, homemade hummus as an appetizer for casual dinner parties. It can even be made up to 3 days ahead. Serve with fresh pita wedges and a veggie plate.
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Black Bean Hummus with Queso Fresco

Try this Mexican-inspired hummus instead of queso for taco night. Top with ...
Try this Mexican-inspired hummus instead of queso for taco night. Top with queso fresco, onion, and cilantro and serve with tortilla chips.
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Pea and Wasabi Dip

This blend is a zippy alternative to hummus; serve with crudités or cracker...
This blend is a zippy alternative to hummus; serve with crudités or crackers. Sweet green peas offset the kicky heat of wasabi (which you'll find on the Asian foods aisle).

Oven-Free Sweets and Treats

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Our Best No-Bake Desserts

When your oven, microwave, and even your neighbor's oven are full, don't wo...
When your oven, microwave, and even your neighbor's oven are full, don't worry—there's always room for dessert. Check out a few of our no-bake desserts that call for minimal hands-on time and deliver top-notch flavor.
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Vegan Coconut Cream Tart with White Peaches and Blueberries

This nutrient-rich twist on coconut cream pie is lusciously smooth… it’s al...
This nutrient-rich twist on coconut cream pie is lusciously smooth… it’s also vegan, paleo, gluten-fee, and raw. In other words, you’re looking at a tart with a stacked resume. Perfect for a special occasion, especially if you’re looking to clean up your diet a bit, this show-stopping vegan dessert offers rich, toasty flavor and sweet tooth satisfaction—without adding refined sugar. And since there’s no need to crank up the oven to make it, this treat especially ideal for summer. Keep in mind, whipping coconut cream can sometimes be tricky. If you forget to refrigerate your cans overnight or if too much of the liquid gets mixed in, it will most likely separate. But not to worry—mixing in a bit of tapioca flour (arrowroot would also work) can bring the mixture back together in a snap. To save yourself time, go ahead and place your mixing bowl and whisk attachment in the fridge to chill as soon as you are ready to start prepping your tart.  Vegan Coconut Cream Tart with White Peaches and Blueberries Ingredients This recipe originally appeared on Myrecipes.com.

Shake, Shake It Up

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How to Make a Strawberry Shortcake Shake

When topped with pound cake and strawberries and drizzled with luscious str...
When topped with pound cake and strawberries and drizzled with luscious strawberry syrup, this gorgeous milkshake might just be better than the real thing. Get the Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake Shake
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How to Make a Hummingbird Cake Milkshake

As the most requested recipe in Southern Living history, the Hummingbird Ca...
As the most requested recipe in Southern Living history, the Hummingbird Cake is a staple for southern flair and charm. We decided to put our own spin on the iconic dessert with this frozen treat. Get the Recipe: Hummingbird Cake Shake
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How to Make a Birthday Cake Milkshake

Live like everyday's your birthday with this indulgent cake batter milkshak...
Live like everyday's your birthday with this indulgent cake batter milkshake.  Get the Recipe: Birthday Cake Shake
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How to Make a Cookie Cake Milkshake

Got leftover cookie cake after the big party? Now you'll know just what to ...
Got leftover cookie cake after the big party? Now you'll know just what to do with it. Get the Recipe: Cookie Cake Milkshake

Shaved Salads

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Shaved Cucumber Salad with Pickled Blackberries

"This salad was inspired by a basket of onions, blackberries, cucumbers, an...
"This salad was inspired by a basket of onions, blackberries, cucumbers, and mint that showed up in the kitchen one day," says Sarah Steffan, executive chef of The Dogwood restaurant at Blackberry Farm. "Soak the onions in salted water and ice to crisp them up and mellow them out."
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Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Chef Jonathan Waxman taught me how to make this fall salad many years ago. ...
Chef Jonathan Waxman taught me how to make this fall salad many years ago. Riff with the ingredients to find the flavor balance you prefer.

Fresh Tomato Salads

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 Heirloom Tomato Salad with Chicken and Couscous

Not only does this vibrant salad taste like summer on a plate, but it’s als...
Not only does this vibrant salad taste like summer on a plate, but it’s also a fantastic make-ahead recipe that doesn’t require heating up the kitchen. While this is certainly not a meal that will weigh you down, store-bought rotisserie chicken makes the tomato salad hearty enough to serve as a satisfying entree. Soaking the couscous is a genius trick that yields a perfect fluffy texture—no cooking necessary. Plus, the overnight soaking means your couscous will be chilled and ready to go when you’re ready to assemble the salad. Plan ahead to take advantage of this savvy meal prep move. 
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Easy Tomato Salad with Basil Chimichurri and Ricotta

For a simple and elegant way to serve your summer farmers' market tomatoes,...
For a simple and elegant way to serve your summer farmers' market tomatoes, this speedy salad is perfect. Dressed in a basil chimichurri and speckled with creamy dollops of ricotta cheese, this show-stopping side is perfect for effortless entertaining.
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