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  5. 5 No-Cook Recipes to Beat August Heat

5 No-Cook Recipes to Beat August Heat

By Sydney Mondry Updated Aug 10, 2016 @ 1:30 pm
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With simmering stews, roasted root veggies, and baked apple desserts right around the corner, we’re doing our best to soak up the last few weeks of fresh summer produce. (PSA: heirloom tomatoes are finally here, and we may or may not be taking them straight to the face…) Whether you’re in need of a weeknight dinner, or an easy, breezy dish for entertaining, our friends at Food & Wine have created five simple, no-cook recipes that let warm-weather ingredients shine, and ensure that you won’t have to suffer the wrath of turning on your oven in August. Read on below for all the details.

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Vegetable-Chicken Summer Rolls

Vegetable-Chicken Summer Rolls
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Bright ingredients like corn, basil, and beets come together to create the most colorful summer rolls ever. Get the recipe here.

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Marinated Feta with Nectarine and Tomato Fattoush

Marinated Feta with Nectarine and Tomato Fattoush
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Juicy nectarines give this classic Middle Eastern bread salad a sweet, summery twist. Get the recipe here. (Serve with Red Sangria for a leisurely afternoon lunch.)

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Rye Crisps with Tomatoes and Sardines

Rye Crisps with Tomatoes and Sardines
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Homemade herb mayo, rye crisps, and good-quality sardines make for a super-simple appetizer or afternoon snack. Get the recipe here.

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Green-Market Tacos with Corn Crema

Green-Market Tacos with Corn Crema
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Seriously, how gorgeous are these veggie tacos? Add shredded chicken or sliced roast beef for a boost of protein, or go crazy with a basketful of veggies and a Spiralizer. You can never have too much taco filling. Get the recipe here.

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Apricot Parfaits with Mascarpone Whipped Cream

Apricot Parfaits with Mascarpone Whipped Cream
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Ripe apricots, rich whipped mascarpone, and an addictive graham cracker crumble—a parfait this good should be eaten for dessert and breakfast. Get the recipe here.

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