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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    15 No-Cook Recipes That Are Ready in Minutes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on January 8, 2025, updated January 8, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    When you're short on time or just not in the mood to cook, no-cook recipes can be a lifesaver. These 15 quick and easy meals are perfect for busy days, allowing you to whip up something satisfying in just minutes. From refreshing salads to simple sandwiches, these ideas will keep your meals interesting without the hassle of cooking.

    Avocado Mango Salad

    Avocado mango salad.
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    Avocado mango salad is a simple and delicious side that goes great with grilled fish or chicken. With fresh mango, creamy avocado, zesty lime, cilantro, and crunchy peanuts, it can also be a filling meal when served with some bread.

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    Falafel Sandwich

    Falafel Sandwich
    Photo credit: Inquiring chef

    A falafel sandwich is a great option with soft pita, crispy falafel, fresh veggies, and a flavorful tahini sauce. It's a simple and satisfying meal that comes together quickly.

    Falafel Sandwich

    Fig and Prosciutto Salad with Mozzarella and Poppyseed Vinaigrette

    Fig and Prosciutto Salad with Mozzarella and Poppyseed Vinaigrette
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    This salad is packed with fresh figs, pecans, and a touch of basil. It's a great option when you want something light and delicious without any cooking.

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    Vegan "Egg" Mayo Sandwich

    Vegan Egg Mayo Sandwich
    Photo Credit: Vegan Punks.

    This vegan mayo sandwich uses just 6 simple ingredients and is perfect for a quick meal. It's a great option for busy weekdays or when you want something easy to prepare.

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    Vegan Tuna Salad

    Vegan Tuna Salad
    Photo Credit: Hurry the Food Up.

    This vegan dish is full of flavor and healthy ingredients, and it skips the fish. It's a tasty take on a classic that you'll definitely want to enjoy.

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    Cod Ceviche

    COD CEVICHE WITH LIME AND JALAPEÑO.
    Photo credit: West Coast Kitchen Garden.

    This lime and jalapeño dish is a popular Peruvian favorite loved by many around the world. With just 6 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes, it's great for any meal or get-together!

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    Flaxseed Pudding

    Flaxseed Pudding
    Photo Credit: Green Heart Love.

    Flaxseed pudding is a quick and healthy meal option. You can easily add your favorite toppings like berries, peanut butter, coconut flakes, or granola to make it your own.

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    Mediterranean Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Tomato

    Mediterranean Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Tomato
    Photo Credit: Our Plant Based World.

    This dish is healthy, refreshing, and really tasty, plus it requires no cooking at all. It's simple to prepare and will keep you feeling satisfied.

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    Mediterranean Garbanzo Bean Salad

    Mediterranean Garbanzo Bean Salad
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie

    Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a fast and easy vegetarian option that comes together in just 10 minutes. It's filled with chickpeas, cucumber, olives, tomatoes, onion, and plenty of parsley, all tossed in a simple white wine dressing.

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    Cobb Salad Wraps

    Cobb Salad Wraps.
    Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

    A Cobb salad wrap combines all the classic ingredients of a Cobb salad into a convenient sandwich form. It features romaine, eggs, chicken or turkey, bacon, avocado, and tomato, all neatly wrapped together.

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    Healthy Mango Black Bean Salad

    Healthy Mango Black Bean Salad
    Photo Credit: Plant Based on a Budget.

    Mango Black Bean Salad is a tasty and filling dish packed with protein and fiber. It comes together in just 15 minutes with easy ingredients you probably already have at home.

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    Chopped Italian Sandwich

    Chopped Italian sandwich served on a wooden board.
    Photo Credit: XOXOBella.

    This Italian sub salad is a great choice for a fast meal that doesn't require any cooking. Loaded with deli meats, cheese, pepperoncini peppers, and red onion, it's a filling option for lunch or dinner.

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    Tuna Cucumber Bites

    Tuna Cucumber Bites.
    Photo credit: Low Carb Africa.

    Keto cucumber bites with tuna are a simple and tasty snack or appetizer that you can whip up in no time. They're great for when you want something delicious without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.

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    Tuna Tostadas

    Tuna tostadas.
    Photo credit: Midwexican.

    Tuna tostadas are a great dinner choice that are light and full of flavor. The best part is that you don’t have to cook anything at all.

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    Strawberry Spinach Salad

    Strawberry Spinach Salad
    Photo Credit: Garlic and Zest.

    A fresh strawberry spinach salad is easy to whip up without any cooking. Just toss together bagged spinach, toasted almonds, crumbled cheese, and juicy strawberries with a tangy lemon poppyseed dressing.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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