Avocado toast is such an underrated dinner idea! People always associate it with breakfast, but it’s just as delicious (and easy) at 7 pm as it is in the early morning. Plus, the topping ideas are endless. Keep it simple with a little lemon and salt or jazz it up with tomato, feta, a hard-boiled egg, turkey bacon, microgreens, herbs. SO many possibilities! 

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Smoky chipotle peppers add a spicy kick of flavor to this creamy chicken salad recipe. Use rotisserie chicken to save time, and serve the spicy chipotle chicken salad on your favorite bread, rolls, and crackers, or as a filling for crunchy lettuce wraps.

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Yet again, rotisserie chicken is the key to getting this meal on the table without having to cook. Toss the shredded chicken with Buffalo sauce and honey, and you’re ready to assemble your tacos.

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It’s tempting to just have salad for dinner when it’s hot out, but you need to make sure that your body isn’t subsisting on lettuce alone. That’s why we love this red cabbage and bean salad recipe. It’s cool, fresh, and great in the humidity, but two types of canned beans join the fresh veggies for a plant-based boost of protein that will help keep your body fueled.

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Close your eyes and imagine that you’re sitting on a white marble patio overlooking the sparkling blue of the Mediterranean. That’s how you’ll feel after taking a bite of this pane cunzato recipe. It’s a simple Sicilian sandwich made with bread, cheese, tomato, and anchovies. Can’t find the Sicilian bread and cheese called for in the recipe? Use ciabatta rolls and low-moisture mozzarella or thickly sliced provolone cheese instead.

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Crispy, crunchy cabbage is loaded with bold flavors in this Thai-inspired salad recipe. The dressing can be made on the stove-top, but we recommend using the microwave to keep your kitchen cool.

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Use leftover rice or microwaved rice to make these tuna stacks, which layer a creamy sriracha tuna salad with rice and a bright mango-cucumber salad.

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If you want something a little heartier than a salad for dinner, try adding chicken to the classic caprese trio of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, then roll it all together to make a satisfying wrap.

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You don’t need to turn on the stove to make tacos. This vegan recipe is made with fresh veggies, chickpeas, and tortillas. You can also use the filling mix to make wraps, or simply eat it as a salad.

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Buy toasted nuts so you can skip cooking the sunflower seeds called for in this recipe yourself, and it becomes totally cooking-free. Best of all? This sturdy broccoli salad lasts for days in the fridge, so it’s great for meal-prepping.

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Store bought pesto and fresh zoodles (which you can also sometimes find in the produce section of the grocery store these days) are the stars of this easy no-cook summer recipe. Craving more protein? Add feta cheese, chickpeas, or your favorite tinned fish.

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Why save the smoked salmon for breakfast? Swap the bagel for store-bought flatbread, and you’ve got a no-cook dinner instead.

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Lime juice helps “cook” shrimp for you in this flavorful tropical ceviche recipe. Serve with tortilla chips or plantain chips and eat al fresco, so you can pretend you’re on vacation.

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Best served ice cold, this salad tastes just like your favorite Italian sub. The details are what make it a stand out — crunchy marcona almonds, spicy salami, creamy mozzarella, and a tangy-sweet dressing.

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Artichokes, assemble! Jarred artichokes, roasted red peppers, a whole lot of fresh veggies, hummus, and more come together to make this nutritious no-cook meal.

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From the silky, creamy texture of the chilled tofu and rich avocado, to the savory, tangy dressing on top, you’ll fall in love with every element of this no-cook summer recipe.

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Cool, crunchy, and colorful, these Thai peanut wraps are loaded with veggies and an irresistible peanut sauce. Using extra-protein wraps will help keep you satisfied.

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In case you haven’t noticed, we’re kind of obsessed with chopped salads. There’s something endlessly craveable about the combination of crunchy veggies, salty cured meats, and the perfect dressing that we just can’t get enough of.

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You’d never guess that a dish this elegant came together in just 15 minutes, but we’ll keep your secret safe. This cooling green gazpacho is made with basil, cucumber, and vegan yogurt, and is perfect for those dog days of summer when it’s so hot you don’t even want to eat.

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If you’re having a salad for dinner, you’ve got to make sure it’s got the protein and carbs you need for a complete meal. That’s where the chickpeas, hemp seeds, and blueberries come in handy with this colorful salad recipe.

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The beauty of this French picnic sandwich is that it can be made ahead of time — it actually improves with age as the flavors meld together.

Invest in a high-quality jar of tuna packed in olive oil for maximum flavor. It pairs well with French wine. 

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Rice noodles are soaked in hot water instead of boiled, making this salad a cinch to throw together on a busy weeknight. Throw in your favorite crunchy veggies, and you’ve got dinner in a flash.  

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Let summer’s star — the tomato — shine brightly in this easy and delicious open-faced sandwich. Colorful heirloom tomatoes pair perfectly with a garlic-herb aioli loaded with chives, basil and parsley.

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This gorgeous chilled soup is perfect for those sweltering summer days. Unlike the traditional tomato-based gazpacho, this soup is made with sweet corn, sun gold tomatoes and yellow peppers and topped with a fresh cucumber relish for added crunch.

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This Mexican taco salad makes for a satisfying dinner with minimal effort. Fresh corn adds a summery crunch, black beans and cheese add protein, and the cilantro vinaigrette is downright addictive.

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Put those summer strawberries to good use in this tasty tabbouleh salad. You could add shredded store-bought chicken for extra protein, or toss in some chickpeas to keep thing vegetarian.

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Pick up a rotisserie chicken at the grocery store and make this Asian chicken chopped salad for dinner tonight. It’s crunchy, satisfying and perfect for those lazy days of summer.

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What’s better than meze for dinner? This vegetarian meze platter features marinated artichokes, feta, grape leaves, hummus, tzatziki — all you need is your favorite pita to scoop up the goodness.

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These low-carb cucumber rollups are filled with creamy avocado hummus, honey ham, provolone cheese, cilantro and baby spinach. Choose your favorite deli meat and start rolling.

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A green detox salad is the perfect dinner to reset your diet after an indulgent vacation during which you went a little too hard on the margs. This good-for-you (but also delicious) salad is loaded with spinach, feta, almonds, avocado and a spicy green goddess dressing.

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Top your Greek pita pizza with your favorite hummus and summer veggies for a satisfying and easy dinner your family will love.

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