As summer continues and temperatures rise, it’s tempting to skip stovetop recipes and switch to no-cook meals. These dishes take advantage of the delicious ingredients available this time of year. Plus, they’re high in fiber, with at least 6 grams per serving, which can help with healthy weight maintenance, cardiovascular health, and more. From flavorful Vegetarian Sushi Grain Bowls to refreshing Lemon Lentil Salad with Salmon, there are plenty of tasty ideas to keep you full this summer.
Chickpea salad with peppers and feta
This easy no-cook chickpea salad comes together in no time, making it perfect for busy days. The red wine vinegar jazzes up the dish, while the feta adds a tangy, slightly salty flavor.
Vegetarian Sushi Grain Bowl
Skip the hassle of making sushi rolls at home with this grain bowl. With brown rice as the base, just add some veggies, dressing and creamy avocado for a delicious and easy meal.
Lentil salad with salmon and lemon
Salmon and lentils are a classic pairing in French bistro cuisine, and here we combine the two in a quick and easy salad. For best presentation, flake the salmon with a fork and gently toss it into the salad in chunks rather than breaking it into small pieces.
Chickpea, beet and feta salad with lemon garlic vinaigrette
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Adeline Evans
This chickpea, beet and feta salad is a vibrant blend of flavors and textures, combining the earthy sweetness of beets with the creamy richness of feta, all seasoned with a refreshing lemon-garlic dressing.
Sweet and savory hummus plate
Fresh veggies, dips, juicy fruit and even sweet treats make for an easy-to-prepare picnic dinner that’s perfect for taking on the go or enjoying at home.
Cucumber and avocado sandwich
This cucumber and avocado sandwich is loaded with creamy avocado and crunchy cucumber, mixed with ricotta and extra-sharp cheddar cheese for added flavor, and topped with sliced red peppers for color.
Grain bowl with chickpeas and vegetables
This high fiber vegetarian grain bowl is packed with colorful veggies and plant-based protein to leave you feeling energized and satisfied.
Ceviche stuffed avocado
Rather than serving this easy shrimp ceviche with chips or tortillas, cut back on the carbs a bit and serve the citrus seafood in a bowl of fresh avocado for a fun, healthy presentation.
Vegetable wrap with coriander hummus
This healthy multigrain wrap is filled with mixed greens, chopped cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta cheese, and homemade coriander hummus. To save time, the hummus can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated until you’re ready to make the wraps.
Tuna salad and tomato sandwich
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Neighbors-Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser
This traditional deli-style tuna sandwich is packed with protein and topped with juicy, fresh tomato slices. Sweet pickle relish adds some flavor contrast to the mix, but if you prefer something less sweet, you could use dill pickle relish instead.
Spinach and dill pasta salad
Edamame beans add a bit of satisfying protein to this veggie-packed vegan pasta salad, and you can serve it topped with freshly ground pepper, if you like.
Salmon Stuffed Avocado
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell
Canned salmon is a staple worth keeping in your pantry and a practical way to get some heart-healthy omega-3-rich fish into your diet. Here, we combine salmon with avocado for an easy, no-cook meal.
Classic Cobb Mason Jar Salad
A traditional Cobb salad packed upside down in a mason jar makes a healthy lunch that can sit in the fridge all morning without getting soggy, or you can pack it the night before for an easy, on-the-go lunch in the morning. Choose an aged blue cheese that’s as tart as you can get; the flavor is incredible.
Tomato, watermelon and avocado salad
Enjoy this refreshing, healthy salad recipe as a side dish, or dice the tomatoes, watermelon and avocado into small (1/2-1/4 inch) pieces and serve as a condiment for grilled fish, shrimp or chicken.
Tuna and white bean salad
The classic Italian combination of canned tuna and cannellini beans makes a super easy and satisfying lunch served with salad greens, on grilled whole-grain rustic bread, or in whole-grain pita pockets.
