25 No-Cook Dinner Recipes When Nights Are Hot and You Need Something Light (2024)

The cilantro-lime dressing gives this taco salad a fresh and zesty flavor, perfect for warmer weather. The layered ingredients also offer almost 25 grams of both protein and fiber.

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Give your standard tomato and mozzarella caprese a hydrating makeover with this inventive watermelon caprese salad. You'll be surprised what a natural flavor fit cubed watermelon is in this Summer favorite.

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If you're on the hunt for a quick and tasty recipe, this crunchy cabbage and hemp salad is for you. Hemp seeds are a great source of omega-3s and vitamin E, and the combination of the cold-pressed oil and seeds in this recipe gives this fresh salad a nutty flavor you'll love.

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Cooling cucumbers, mint, and yogurt make up the base of this cucumber mint soup that will soothe, pamper, and debloat your belly all at once.

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For just the same addictive taste as the original with an added bonus — vitamin-A-rich superfood kale — opt for this lighter caesar salad dressing instead.

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If you want something light, slice up this easy fish crudo. Round out the meal by serving alongside a simple green salad.

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High in fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin A, this raw rainbow salad adds color and flavor to any meal. The water content in romaine works to hydrate your body, while the high fiber content in the red cabbage and carrots aids in digestion. Add avocado to bulk up this salad for a satisfying dinner.

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Crafted with basic ingredients, our cucumber, black bean, avocado, corn, and tomato salad is an incredible mix of flavors and textures. It's also a great source of plant-based protein and fiber.

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No need for the oven for this refreshing dinner: avocado shell salad. It has 60 percent of your recommended fiber for the day, aids in digestion, and may even diminish belly fat.

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For a lightened-up take on classic coleslaw, whip up this detox salad instead. Apples marry with the dynamic duo of red and Savoy cabbage, combining for a fiber-filled meal that aids in digestion.

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After a hard workout, this vegan bean salad is the perfect, protein-packed refreshing meal. It has more than 13 grams of fiber and nearly 17 grams of protein to fill you up and help your muscles recover.

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Classic Spanish gazpacho gets a tasty makeover in this Southeast Asian variation that's just as refreshing. Thai basil, cilantro, and ginger are all added to the mix.

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Spruce up your salad with this protein-rich not-tuna salad fortified with an entire can of garbanzo beans, aka chickpeas. The pecans and apple pieces give this dish a crisp, fresh feeling.

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Make a summery salad a little more savory by mixing in avocado and dressing it with a lemon chia seed dressing. As an added bonus, all of the ingredients help the body debloat.

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Full of fiber and protein, our recipe for lemony chickpeas makes a light — but filling — salad that is perfect for a warm day.

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The more color in food, the more antioxidants it contains. This rainbow salad is made by using a variety of produce, including cabbage, carrots, avocado, and lettuce.

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If Mediterranean is on your mind, then you'll love the variety that's found on a traditional mezze platter. Olives, hummus, tabbouleh, and tzatziki are just a few of the heart-healthy raw options you'll find on this traditional spread. Serve alongside fresh veggies or pita bread for a complete meal.

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Enjoy a creamy soup without having to use milk or cream — instead blend avocado and juiced corn kernels for a consistency that makes the most out of fresh produce.

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Could anything be more refreshing than serving up a tasty salad in its very own watermelon bowl? Highly doubtful. This vegan-friendly recipe is packed with tons of fresh produce and plenty of protein to fill you up.

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Substituting lemon and olive oil for mayonnaise makes for a lighter, brighter tuna salad that's perfectly in line with the Mediterranean diet. Tuck yours into pita bread, or serve it on top of a bed of fresh greens.

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We gave traditional caprese salad a twist by adding in hydrating cucumber and fiber-filled avocado.

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The turmeric dressing really makes this dish shine! Thinly chopped collard greens, paired with carrots and pistachios, are topped with tofu for protein. And the dish gets a hint of sweetness from a sprinkling of chopped, dried dates.

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If your garden is bursting with cherry tomatoes, this salad is for you. Chickpeas provide protein, avocado brings the creaminess, while lemon juice and dill bring the flavor. And, of course, your cherry tomatoes add a pop of color.

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This cooling spinach salads brings simple ingredients — cucumber, carrots, avocado —together for a magical flavor, thanks to the orange balsamic vinaigrette.

Get the recipe: Spinach Tuna Salad