Looking for cold food recipes?

Recipes that would be really good to eat when its hot?Looking for cold food recipes?
Tuna or chicken salad come to mind.





For the tuna salad, drain 6ounce can of (water-packed solid white) tuna, add 1 tsp. lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. sugar, 1 Tbs. pickle relish, 1 stalk sliced celery, 1 cup frozen peas (no need to cook), small chopped (red) onion, chopped parsley and/or chives, and some mayo or Miracle Whip. Then carefully stir in a couple quartered sliced hard boiled eggs. Serve in lettuce cup with fresh tomatoes. Corn bread completes the meal!Looking for cold food recipes?
Cold Cucumber Soup is very refreshing on a hot summer day.





You can also make gazpacho -- a cold tomato soup. Check out recipes on line for this delicious soup.





Ingredients:


One large cucumber, peeled and finely chopped, with seeds and pulpy center removed. (if you use a seedless (very long) Cucumber, or other thin-skinned variety, you need not remove the skin or center – as there are few seeds).


8 oz. cup of plain yogurt (do not use flavored – or any highly sweetened variety).


¼ cup of chopped fresh mint (to taste) – plus a bit more to garnish later (You can omit if you don't like mint)


Ice cold water to thin the yogurt


Method:


Take the yogurt and thin with cold water to form a “soupy” consistency – not too thin or too thick.


Add the finely chopped cucumber and the mint


Mix together thoroughly, adding more water, if necessary to get the desired consistency.


Cover bowl and chill thoroughly for at least 6 hours (overnight is preferable) to allow the flavors to really meld together.


Pour into wide, shallow bowls, garnish with a bit more mint, and serve icy cold.


All that is needed to round out the meal is some fruit, some bread and some cheese.
This is a great recipe:





4 ripe tomatoes - peeled and seeded


3 cloves garlic, peeled


1/3 cup chopped fresh basil


1 teaspoon olive oil


1/2 teaspoon white sugar


1 (8 ounce) package uncooked spaghetti


1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese





In a blender or food processor, combine tomatoes, garlic, basil, oil and sugar and process until smooth. Cover and refrigerate sauce.


Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.


Remove sauce from refrigerator and pour over spaghetti. Toss to coat and serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Lettuce Salads - prepackaged blends are easy, some have dressing packets included. Add cheese and other veggies. Easy and perfect for hot days when you don't feel like cooking. If you like blue cheese, a wedge salad is also a great choice.
Make pinwheel sandwiches... use either lavosh or tortilla or flatbread as the base and layer on it coldcuts and spread and such, roll it up and slice.





Another is cold pasta salad. Cook whatever kind of pasta you like (fusili, penne, rotini, spaghetti, etc) and chill it, then add in your favorite italian dressing, whole kernel corn (canned, drained), cut up salami, cut up red peppers, cooked (and chilled) green peas, olives and mexican style cheese blend. Yum!





Hope that helps!
I make a 3 bean salad using a can of wax beans-drainer- can of kidney beans-drained and can of green beans -drained. Strain and rinse in collander - put in storage bowl w/cover. Add onion rings- and any other bits of fresh veggies you might have on hand- thin green/red pepper slices. Make a vinigarette dressing - add to bean mix - refrigerate - this salad is good for several days
I love to make cucumber salad this time of year....Take 4 or 5 medium size cucumbers %26amp; slice semi-thin %26amp; place in large bowl. Add 1 cup white vinegar %26amp; 1 cup sugar along with 1 or 2 tablespoons of mustard seed. Stir together well, then chill for at least 4 hours before serving ( best if made the day before).....Yummy!
cold noodles...Japanese style.


Get Japanese soba or udon noodles, rice them with ice water after cooking and serve with dipping sauce





japanesefood.about.com/od/udon/r/zarus… -
ice cream





cheese cake





http://www.recipezaar.com/recipes/served…
Some of these may not appear to cool you down but it will ;)


Or have a big bowl of frozen yogurt for dinner!





TACO SALAD





1 lb ground beef


1 envelope taco seasoning


1 10 oz. can refried beans


1 c. grape tomatoes, halved


lettuce, shredded


1 12 oz pkg. shredded cheddar cheese


1 12 oz bag nacho cheese flavored Doritos, crushed


1 16 oz. bottle Italian salad dressing





Brown ground beeef and add taco seasoning. Simmer according to directions. Place in large bowl and refrigerate until cool. Add beans, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, and Doritos. Mix well.


Cover with salad dressing. Mix again. Serve almost immediately


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***Roast Beef Rollups:***


4 ounces cream cheese -- softened


1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro or parsley


2 tablespoons minced banana peppers


1 clove garlic -- minced


1/2 pound thinly sliced cooked roast beef





***Ham and Turkey Rollups:***


12 ounces cream cheese -- softened


1/2 cup shredded carrot


1/2 cup shredded zucchini


4 teaspoons dill weed


1/2 pound thinly sliced fully cooked ham


1/2 pound thinly sliced cooked turkey








Directions:





In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cilantro, peppers, and garlic. Spread about 2 on each slice of beef. Roll up tightly; wrap in plastic wrap. In another bowl, combine cream cheese, carrot, zucchini, and dill. Spread about 2 tablespoons on each slice of ham and turkey. Roll up tightly; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. Slice into 1 1/2-inch pieces


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Spiced Cashew





3/4 lb cashew nuts


3 spring onions, sliced


5 thai chilies, sliced


1/2 tsp sea salt


2 cups vegetable oi





- Place the oil in a wok over medium heat.





- When the oil is hot add the cashews and fry until golden. Remove and drain





- Toss the cashews with the spring onion, chili and sea salt.


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Crustless Quiche


* 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper


* Pinch of salt


* 1/2 teaspoon oregano


* 2/3 cup French Bread/Pizza Mix


* 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese


* 1/3 cup minced onion


* 1 9-ounce package of frozen chopped spinach, defrosted, drained and squeezed very dry


* 2 large eggs, separated, plus 2 egg whites


* 1 cup milk


* 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or vegetable oil


- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a 9-x-9-inch pan. In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, onion, and cheese. In another bowl, mix together French Bread/Pizza Mix and spices.





- Mix egg yolks with milk and butter and fold into cheese mixture. Add flour mixture and mix to combine. Beat egg whites until stiff and fold into mixture. Spread mixture in prepared pan and bake 30-35 minutes.





- Cool and cut into squares. Serve at room temperature or wrap and freeze. Reheat frozen squares in a 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes.





Variations: use Swiss cheese or a blend of Italian cheeses. Substitute chopped broccoli or shredded zucchini for the spinach. Add chopped pepperoni or cooked sausage or bacon pieces, chopped red pepper, or sliced mushrooms.





Although cut into squares like brownies, these savory treats taste more like a quiche.


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also,


How about some REAL Greek salad?





In Greece a true Greek salad is served without lettuce. Here is one that will lend itself well to cooked chicken, shrimp or even turkey sprinkled on top, which of coarse will not make it a true Greek salad lol!. This is my own recipe, I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does. This salad must be chilled for a minumum of 2 hours before serving, don't even bother eating it before the 2 hours, this salad will take on a whole different flavor when chilled!


The dressing ingredients may be doubled.





1 lb tomatoes, seeded and chopped


1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped


1 large red bell pepper, sliced thinly


1-2 cup kalamata olives


1 small red onion, sliced thinly


6 tablespoons olive oil


3 tablespoons red wine vinegar


1 teaspoon dried oregano (more if desired)


1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese (optional)


1 teaspoon sugar


salt and black pepper


1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese (use more if desired)


fresh lemon juice





In a blender or using a whisk, mix together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, Parmesan cheese (if using) salt and pepper, if needed add in 1 teaspoon sugar.


In a medium bowl place cucumbers, red bell pepper, olives, sliced red onion and about half of the feta cheese.


Pour the dressing over; toss well to combine, adding in more dried oregano if desired.


Cover and chill for 2 hours.


Top with remaining feta cheese then drizzle fresh lemon juice on top if desired before serving.


Delicious!