Between family road trips, power outages and the sweltering heat, summer can be a time that keeps us away from the stove and sometimes tempts us to choose meal options that are more convenient and less healthy. Although these situations can make it difficult, it is still possible to have well balanced family meals without the stove. The following recipes are perfect for times like this.
For breakfast...
Cereal:
Having a bowl of cereal with milk along with your favorite fruit is a great way to start of the day.
You can also cook hot cereals like oatmeal or cream of wheat in the microwave.
Fruit Salad:
Cut up your favorite summer fruits to eat with plain, non-fat yogurt.
Microwave Eggs:
Crack 2 eggs into a microwave safe bowl. Beat with a tablespoon of milk and microwave for 45 seconds. Stir and microwave for and additional 30 to 40 seconds. Add pepper and cheese or salsa.
Check out this recipe for microwave coffee cup scrambled eggs or this one for a microwave egg and cheese breakfast burrito (pictured right).
For lunch and dinner...
Sandwiches:
Make tuna salad sandwiches (or PB&J) on whole wheat bread and serve with raw veggies, applesauce, and a glass of milk.
Wraps:
Salads:
Salads are another great option for a meal or as a side on a hot day.
Make an easy summer salad by topping a bed of baby spinach with sliced strawberries, blueberries, nuts, and raspberry vinaigrette dressing.
What are your favorite meals to eat when it's too hot to stand over a stove?
Valerie Marcellus, Nutritionist Senior
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