Keep your cool this summer with these no-cook summertime dishes that are simple, delicious, and packed with all the sunny season flavours we know and love—and a few you’ll want to get acquainted with!
We all love these lazy, sun-drenched summer days. It’s the perfect time for relaxing and soaking up the great outdoors. But the last thing we need is to be hot and bothered in the kitchen. Keep your cool this summer with no-cook summertime dishes.
These no-fuss meal ideas are designed for maximum flavour with minimal effort. From our delicious vanilla fruit dip for grazing and exciting chai lemonade for cooling to our uniquely flavoured, endlessly versatile three-pea salad and nourishing rainbow bowls, you can stay refreshed from prep to dessert.
Share all the al fresco fun by inviting your kids into the kitchen to help with the prep. (They don’t need to know it means less work for you!)
Have some ripe bananas you don’t want to waste? Instead of simply freezing them, why not use them in a simple yet delicious ice cream for a sweet dessert without the guilt? Ripe bananas not only add healthy sweetness but also blend beautifully, adding the perfect creaminess we all look for in an ice cream.
Need a midday break? This delicious spiced lemonade is the perfect pick-me-up for a quick afternoon reset. The beautiful warm spices we typically associate with the colder months don’t need to be forgotten in the summer. They pair beautifully with tropical fruits such as mango or papaya and can be enjoyed year-round. A fruity herbal tea also would work perfectly for a simple caffeine-free version.
Peas are a beautiful, bright reminder of summer, so this salad is the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue, or a light, fresh lunch. Peas are naturally sweet, so they’re a favourite with kids. The nuttiness of the dukkah adds flavour to the simple and subtle dressing, while the burrata provides depth, creaminess, and an element of decadence suitable for a lazy summer day.