For those of us who just love to cook, we enjoy any chance we get to break out our best pots and pans and use them to create something delicious on the stove. But I have to be honest: Despite my love of cooking, there are times when I simply do not want to light up my beautiful range, and I cringe at the thought of washing another pot or pan. Are you with me?! The idea of cooking something for your family, or for just yourself, without really "cooking" is really appealing, don't you think?
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There's no question you can still make satisfying meals without applying any heat to your ingredients. Right of the bat, I'm sure salads come to mind. Putting veggies together is easy, but how about adding different kinds of legumes, nuts, and even fruit to your salads to make them not-so-boring. Also, making use of leftovers is always a good idea. For example, if you roasted a chicken the night before (or you bought it at your local supermarket, no judgment here!) and have leftovers, not only can you make finger-licking-good sandwiches, but you can also add the extra chicken to your salads and wraps for a perfect meal the next day.
The good news is that you don't have to wrack your brain and wonder what to make without cooking with heat. We've got you covered. From refreshing ceviche to elegant soups to colorful spring rolls, we have gathered 40 yummy recipes that do not require you to turn on that stove. Oh, and we cannot forget dessert. You'll be amazed at the recipes we've included for super simple no-bake sweets. Yay. Have fun not cooking!