20 No-Heat Summer Potluck Dishes for Everyone

Who’s ready to keep the oven and stove off in this too-warm spring? It’s Memorial Day and summer is here. Well, you’re in luck — these 20 recipes don’t require one bit of cooking.

In addition to keeping the kitchen just a little bit cooler, no-cook dishes always have a way of offering something for everyone — from vegetarians and vegans to people avoiding gluten, dairy, and nuts. Keep it easy and relaxed with modern broccoli slaw, or a cabbage and ramen salad, and stay cool with strawberry icebox cake and no-cook, no-churn two-ingredient ice cream.

There’s a degree of simplicity that comes with no-heat dishes. I mean, isn’t that what summer is all about? Especially summertime potlucks? You get to keep things easy and relaxed; no rhyme or reason — just a casual affair with a little something for everyone.

From guacamole and a cool dip, to fruit-filled spring rolls and slices of gussied-up watermelon, these are the apps that will please every type of eater in your crowd.

• The Perfect Guacamole
• Crostini with Zucchini Squash and Feta
• Summer Fruit Spring Rolls
• Creamy, Cool Herbed Yogurt Dip
• Watermelon with Chile, Salt & Lime

Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free, there’s something you’ll love in this selection of salads and simple main courses. These recipes truly take advantage of fresh summer produce.

And whatever you do, don’t forget dessert! From icebox cakes to a fruity tiramisu, every meal deserve a sweet ending.

• Summer Squash Ribbons
• Tomato Salsa Salad
• Sour Cream Cucumber Salad with Mustard Seeds
• Summer Corn Salad
• Crunchy Cabbage & Ramen Noodle Salad
• Broccoli Slaw
• Easy Summer Gazpacho
• Veggie Nori Rolls
• Chickpea, Barley and Zucchini Ribbon Salad with Mint and Feta

• No-Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake
• No-Churn Ice Cream
• No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Pie
• Vegan Coconut Almond Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
• Mango Coconut Icebox Cake
• Sandrine’s Summer Tiramisu with Mango & Lime