5 no-cook dinners to beat the heat
Is the heat getting to you yet? With all these high temp, thick humidity days, you probably have lost your desire to cook. Don’t resort to lots of takeout though which can get expensive. These no-cook meals will keep your family satisfied without having to turn up the heat.
Is the heat getting to you yet? With all these high temp, thick humidity days, you probably have lost your desire to cook. Don't resort to lots of takeout though which can get expensive. These no-cook meals will keep your family satisfied without having to turn up the heat.
Southwestern Salad with Black Beans
Rev up an ordinary salad by adding black beans, sweet corn and grape tomatoes with a tangy avocado-lime dressing. Note that this recipe is for one serving so double or triple as needed.
Per serving: 235 calories, 4g fat, 43g carbohydrates, 13g protein, 13g fiber
Creamy Avocado White Bean Wrap
Wraps filled with white beans, avocado and cheddar cheese will tempt your family's taste buds. For more of a crunch, don't forget the spicy slaw.
Per serving: 346 calories, 17g fat, 44g carbohydrates, 12g protein, 13g fiber
Tuscan Style Tuna Salad
This tuna salad is perfect for a laid back summer evening. Even better, make it ahead of time and all you will have to do is dish it out onto the plates.
Per serving: 253 calories, 8g fat, 20g carbohydrates, 31g protein, 6g fiber
Mediterranean Tuna Antipasto Salad
In 25 minutes, you can have a flavorful salad packed with protein and fiber. Use chunk light tuna instead of white albacore because it has lower levels of mercury.
Per serving: 290 calories, 16g fat, 28g carbohydrates, 17g protein, 9g fiber
Green Goddess Salad
Buttermilk, rice vinegar and avocado dress up this salad of fresh shrimp, cucumber, artichoke hearts and cherry tomatoes.
Per serving: 262 calories, 6g fat, 31g carbohydrates, 22g protein, 9g fiber
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