Credit: Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
During summertime in the South, it can get too hot to even think of turning your oven or stovetop on. Luckily, hot summer temps don’t have to hold you back from exploring delicious new recipes. These no-cook appetizers and salads showcase the best of summer’s gorgeous produce. Without having to put much work in, you can still show up at the church potluck or neighborhood cookout with the prettiest appetizer or salad in sight.
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01 of 20
Credit: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Christine Keely
You’re just 5 minutes and a few stirs away from setting this easy goat cheese spread out for your guests.
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02 of 20
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This tailgate-favorite dip is actually pretty healthy, so go ahead and dig in.
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03 of 20
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Torie Cox
This might be a simple pimiento cheese recipe with very few ingredients, but it surely doesn’t taste basic. Set it up with crackers and crudité or make tea sandwiches with it for easy grab-and-go access.
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04 of 20
Credit: Jen Causey
Every luncheon, potluck, and brunch spread could use a simple, delicious fruit salad, like this lightly dressed one.
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05 of 20
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford; Food Styling: Torie Cox
Fresh pineapple and peppers create a colorful coleslaw that just may become your family’s new favorite slaw.
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06 of 20
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer
Follow this simple recipe to upgrade bagged broccoli slaw and turn it into a refreshing summer dish.
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07 of 20
Credit: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Cat Steele
What’s a shower or luncheon without an arrangement of tea sandwiches? This recipe takes a Southern classic and makes it portable for parties.
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08 of 20
Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Kellie Kelley; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke
This crunchy, festive slaw recipe combines sweet pineapple with spicy jalapenos for a side dish that can get the party started.
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09 of 20
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Combine sweet, juicy watermelon chunks with fresh tomato, onion, and a red wine vinaigrette for a salad that is the essence of summer.
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10 of 20
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Fresh lump crab is the star of this easy dip recipe, and the flavor of Lowcountry favorite Old Bay seasoning shines through.
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11 of 20
Credit: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke
Toasted coconut chips add a layer of crunch and tropical flair to colorful ambrosia.
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12 of 20
Credit: Alison Miksch; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: Torie Cox
Whether with crackers, cheese puffs, croissants, or in tea sandwiches, your friends will love this old-school recipe at the luncheon or potluck.
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13 of 20
Credit: Greg DuPree
This fresh, crunchy slaw has everything you could want in a side dish, and the presentation is much prettier than the time you spent on it would let on.
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14 of 20
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell; Food Styling: Toni Brogan
Summer produce shines in this simple salad that will start the meal off on a bright note.
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15 of 20
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If you don’t have time to make corn pudding before the potluck, no worries! This no-cook salad has all the fluffy goodness you crave.
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16 of 20
Credit: Photo: Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Cat Steele
This summer stunner showcases all those gorgeously fresh fruits and veggies you picked up at the local farmers’ market.
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17 of 20
Credit: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
There’s no need for fuss: This simple chicken salad recipe will do the trick at any luncheon.
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18 of 20
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Prop Styling: Lydia Pursell; Food Styling: Toni Brogan
We updated the classic caprese with farm-fresh cherry tomatoes for easy big-batch serving.
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19 of 20
Credit: Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Corn and tomatoes are a match in summertime heaven. Both sweet, juicy, and perfect for tossing together in a fresh and flavorful recipe that takes less than 20 minutes to make.
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20 of 20
Credit: Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
While you may have never heard of Cheese Slaw, one taste of this delicious salad and you’ll wonder where it has been hiding all of your life. Swiss cheese, banana peppers. scallions, and lime come together to make this perfect for munching on recipe.
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