If you can’t handle the heat, don’t cook with the oven. Don’t let the heat get you down, check out these no-oven summer dinners that are full of flavor, definitely delicious, and a must-make for those hotter-than-hades days.
Slow Cooker Shrimp Boil
“This one-dish wonder includes everything you love about a classic shrimp boil with the twist of being prepared in a slow cooker. It’s a one pot meal brimming with plump shrimp, tender red potatoes, sweet corn on the cob and smoked andouille sausage.” - Melissa
Citrus & Feta Salad, Homemade Honey-Lime Dressing
“Yum! This citrus salad is different and delightfully refreshing. With a honey-citrus flavor and a mild Dijon tang, we loved the salad dressing. The mix of greens with sweet clementines and pomegranate arils (seeds) is so delicious. Feta cheese crumbles and sunflower seeds add a little salt that balances the sweetness of the fruit. For extra flavor, add grilled chicken to the top for a complete meal. This salad makes healthy taste good.” - The Kitchen Crew
Chipotle Lime Salmon
“This salmon could not be easier, you simply mix the chipotle chilies in adobo with lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper and bake and broil or grill the salmon until just cooked. This chipotle lime salmon makes for a perfect main course with some sides and it’s also great as a filling for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, salads, etc.” - Kevin
Tuna Patties with Lemon-Dill Sauce
“These tuna patties brought back childhood memories. We loved them then and we really loved these now. They are easy to make and can be a meal on their own. Make them smaller and you've got a yummy appetizer. The lemon-dill sauce is creamy and tangy. It's a nice added touch.” - The Kitchen Crew
Corn Dogs
“You know, corn dogs are actually one of those things that most kids don’t realize you even can make at home, which makes it easy for you to win coolness points as a parent by making them.” - Christy
Spaghetti Salad with Balsamic and Basil Dressing
“This pasta mimics a Caprese salad, so if you love those flavors you'll adore this salad. With fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and basil it just screams summer. We love how the pasta soaks up the tangy balsamic flavor from the dressing. This will be a great side or even a light meal on a hot summer day. For a beautiful presentation, serve on a platter with some fresh basil torn on top and impress your family and friends.” - The Kitchen Crew
BBQ Chicken Packets
“They were easy, fun, and could be customized to each person’s taste. Fast forward a few decades and these BBQ Chicken Packets are an updated version of that campfire classic. They’re easy but super tasty and you can use whatever veggies you have on hand or whatever everyone likes.” - Stacey
Lisa's Grilled Steaks
“The marinade really adds a robust hickory flavor to the meat. A bit of the Greek seasoning (that includes salt, pepper, oregano, parsley and other goodies), is all the seasoning that the tender and delicious steak needs. Do watch for flare-ups though from the fat and the butter... all of which just add to the overall yumminess!” - The Kitchen Crew
Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers
“his jerk shrimp is as easy to make as marinating the shrimp in the jerk marinade, skewering it and grilling it! Jerk spice is typically on the spicy side so I like to serve it with fresh fruits or salsas, especially in the summer!” - Kevin
Flavorfully Fantastic Chicken Salad Sandwich
“Usually i just put butter on it. But this recipe is simply amazing! I am taking cna classes and tomorrow we will be going all day. This is perfect! Nutritious, filling and yummy! Thank you so very much! This is a keeper.” - Carmen
Crispy Shrimp Rolls with Cole Slaw
“These crispy shrimp rolls are sort of a cross between a lobster roll and a shrimp po’boy. My sons call them shrimp dogs because we assemble them on hot dog buns. I serve them topped with my Homestyle Cole Slaw and find it’s a terrific way to feed a group without breaking the bank.” - Melissa
Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches
“Tender pork tenderloin pounded thin and breaded in Corn Flake crumbs and fried to a golden brown. If any of you know anything about Indiana this is one of the state's signature sandwiches. This is how my mom used to make them.” - Julia
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
“We found the finished product to be every bit as good, a little more filling, and a WHOLE lot cheaper than the restaurant version.” - Christy
Beer Batter Fish Tacos
“Something about a good fish taco just screams summer. The beer batter is light and crunchy, perfect with the cod. Hot sauce brings a bit of heat but is a great complement to the tanginess of the lime and tartar sauce. Crispy cabbage on top of these refreshing fish tacos is excellent.” - The Kitchen Crew
Cindy's Turkey Bacon Feta Wraps
“Your family won't say "another boring sandwich" after they try these wraps. Stuffed with turkey, this wrap is crunchy from the coleslaw, juicy from the tomatoes, smoky from bits of bacon, zesty from crumbled Feta cheese, and has a little zing thanks to the sweet purple onion. It's a great flavor combination and sure to satisfy your hunger.” - The Kitchen Crew
Brats & Beer On The Grill
“This is such an easy way to cook your brats and so much better than buying them pre-cooked at the supermarket. Boiling the brats in beer and veggies adds tons of flavor. After being grilled, the skin is nice and crisp and the inside was warm and juicy. Top with your favorite toppings and you have the perfect brat.” - The Kitchen Crew
Chicken Joe Wraps
“Sloppy Joe's just got a facelift with this easy dinner recipe. We loved the creative twist on sloppy joes. The sauce is delicious mixed with chopped chicken. Placing the filling in a wrap with cheese and grilling creates a tasty sandwich. The sandwich press makes the wrap crunchy and the inside cheesy. Make sure to serve these hot. They're so good!” - The Kitchen Crew
Healthy Chicken Tacos
“We absolutely love tacos! My husband is on a diet so I devised a different way to enjoy tacos by using chicken and a different salad mixture. The mixture of avocados, tomatoes, and red onion in the EVO and lemon pepper really gives a new flavor and flare to the taco. They are so easy to prepare. Enjoy!” - Sena