Fresco y fácil options for the days when turning on the stove is just not happening. 

Summer is rapidly approaching, and with it comes the heat. Let’s be real–on a hot summer day, the last thing we want to do is stand over the stove (or worse, turn on the oven). Staying nourished and energized shouldn’t mean sacrificing comfort in the midst of a hot day. So we’ve rounded up a few creative ways to stay on track with your nutrition goals while keeping it fresco y fácil in the kitchen. 

We’re talking quick, fresh, fuss-free meals to keep you cool (and feeling good) all summer long. Whether you’re short on time, short on ganas, or just trying to survive a heatwave, these no-cook options are here to save the day. Read on to find what fresco y fácil option you should try this summer! 

🥣Overnight Oats with a Tropical Twist 

Overnight oats are the ultimate no-cook recipe. Nutrient packed, no-fuss, and totally customizable to your liking. In your container, try combining: oats + coconut milk + chia seeds + greek yogurt (optional for extra protein) + mango + shredded coconut + a drizzle of honey. 

Let this sit in the fridge overnight and get ready to wake up to a delicious and nutritious breakfast. 

🍉Fruta con Tajín 

The ultimate Latina snack for summer that’s always a good idea. Quick and easy to prepare and so many nutritional benefits depending on the fruit you’re adding! Slice up your favorite fruits, squeeze a little lime, and top it off by sprinkling with Tajín. 

Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing your fruits: 

  • Watermelon + cucumber = hydration 
  • Coconut + papaya = digestion support 
  • Mango + strawberry = immunity boost 

However you choose to mix your fruit, you can’t go wrong and the sabor is guaranteed! 

🦐Aguachile or Ceviche 

The OG no-cook meal and a true summer staple for Latinas! These classic dishes are packed with protein y mucho, pero mucho sabor! The best part is that they’re surprisingly easy to prepare. 

Aguachile: raw shrimp cooked in lime juice, mix in cucumber, red onion, chile serrano, and cilantro 

Ceviche: use cooked shrimp or even cauliflower for a plant-based option. Serve chilled and enjoy with tostadas or avocado slices on the side! 

🥬Hummus and Veggies 

Simple, snackable, and totally meal-prep friendly. Cut up your favorite fruits and veggies like crunchy bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, cherry tomatoes, jícama, or even some tostadas. This is an easy and healthy snack to meal prep for a week at a time and add some tajín for added flavor!  

🍓Smoothies 

Smoothies are our favorite no-cook meal because they’re fast, easy, and can be packed with nutrients. We love a smoothie that helps us get our serving of greens and veggies in for the day with a tropical twist.

Try this blend: Add a handful of spinach, ¼ cucumber, greek yogurt, frozen fruit of your choice, a splash of water or coconut milk, and a scoop of protein powder. Blend it all up and go! Your new breakfast on the go or post-run snack!  

🌯Wraps on Wraps on Wraps 

An easy grab and go snack and a complete lifesaver. Choose from either lettuce or a tortilla, layer in turkey, veggies of your choice, hummus or garlic aioli for added flavor, and avocado–delicioso! Prep a few at a time and keep in the fridge for quick meals that don’t feel repetitive. 

These no-cook options are your go-to for surviving (and thriving) through the summer heat. Pick one, or pick them all and remember that keeping it cool and healthy is the goal!