It’s the middle of the day and the temperatures are already climbing high, the air conditioning is struggling to keep up, and and I still have to figure out what to make for dinner.
Summer weather is often enough for us to throw up our hands and hit the take-out counter, but there are plenty of options for putting together a great meal that don’t involve laboring over a hot stove or oven.
Salads are a no-brainer, and adding a few new ingredients will make them exciting again. Going a step further in using summer’s fresh produce means diving into a big bowl of gazpacho or other chilled soups — super refreshing plus super easy equals a big win! Don’t forget about other raw foods as well. This is an ideal time to explore all the ways you can beat the heat in the kitchen.
Try a few of these cool recipes from the Whole Foods kitchens the next time you’re in a standoff with the oven.
Open-Face Cucumber and Tahini Sandwiches
Tofu-Seaweed Wraps with Wasabi
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All great ideas for meals; love the Tofu-Seaweed Wraps with Wasabi.
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I love all of these recipes! I especially like the Summer Tomato and Crab Salad, looks heavenly! 🙂
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