No-cook recipes

26 free no-cook recipes from American, Brazilian, Caribbean, Chinese and Filipino and more, including All-Purpose BBQ Dry Rub, Caprese Salad and Classic Hummus. Every recipe shows where it came from and its license. Save one to Yoribang to get your own copy: change the servings and the amounts follow, swap ingredients for a diet, add your own notes, and build a shopping list.

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  All-Purpose BBQ Dry Rub

  A sweet and smoky rub for pork, chicken, and ribs. Make a big batch and keep it in a jar.

  SmokingSauce5 min

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  Caprese Salad

  Ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil with olive oil. Only as good as the tomatoes.

  ItalianSalad10 min

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  Classic Hummus

  Smooth, creamy chickpea and tahini dip with lemon and garlic.

  GreekAppetizer10 min

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  Creamy Coleslaw

  Crunchy cabbage and carrot in a tangy, sweet, creamy dressing.

  AmericanSalad15 min

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  Cucumber Raita

  Cool, creamy yogurt with cucumber and toasted cumin. Eases spicy dishes.

  IndianSide dish10 min

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  Cucumber Sunomono

  A light, tangy cucumber salad with rice vinegar and sesame.

  JapaneseSalad15 min

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  Dijon Vinaigrette

  The everyday French salad dressing, made in a jar in two minutes.

  FrenchSauce5 min

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  Ensaladang Mangga

  A tart, crunchy salad of green mango, tomato, and onion with a salty-sweet bagoong dressing.

  FilipinoSalad15 min

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  Goi Du Du (Green Papaya Salad)

  A crunchy shredded green papaya salad with herbs, peanuts, and a sweet, sour dressing.

  VietnameseSalad20 min

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  Greek Salad (Horiatiki)

  A village salad of ripe tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and a slab of feta with olive oil and oregano. No lettuce.

  GreekSalad10 min

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  Guacamole

  Chunky avocado dip with onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime. Best made right before serving.

  MexicanAppetizer10 min

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  Hiyayakko

  Chilled silken tofu topped with scallions, ginger, and soy sauce. A no-cook summer dish.

  JapaneseAppetizer5 min

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  Horchata

  A cold, creamy rice drink with cinnamon and vanilla. Soak the rice overnight.

  MexicanDrink8 hr 10 min

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  A fresh chopped salad of cucumber, tomato, and onion with lemon, cumin, and cilantro.

  IndianSalad10 min

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  Mango Salsa

  Fresh diced mango with red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime. Good on fish and chicken.

  CaribbeanSauce10 min

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  Mint Chutney

  A bright, tangy green sauce of mint, cilantro, and lime for samosas, kebabs, and sandwiches.

  IndianSauce10 min

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  Musaengchae

  Shredded Korean radish in a light, spicy-sweet dressing. A fresh banchan that cuts through rich food.

  KoreanSide dish15 min

• Nuoc Cham

  The all-purpose Vietnamese dipping sauce: sweet, salty, sour, and a little hot.

  VietnameseSauce5 min

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  Oi Muchim

  A crunchy, spicy cucumber side dish that takes five minutes and goes with anything.

  KoreanSide dish10 min

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  Pesto Genovese

  Fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan blended into a bright green sauce.

  ItalianSauce10 min

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  Pico de Gallo

  Fresh chopped tomato salsa with onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime.

  MexicanSauce10 min

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  Smashed Cucumber Salad

  Cucumbers smashed into craggy pieces that hold on to a garlicky, tangy dressing.

  ChineseSalad10 min

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  Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)

  A crunchy, hot, sour, salty, and sweet salad of shredded green papaya pounded with lime and peanuts.

  ThaiSalad20 min

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  Tzatziki

  A thick yogurt, cucumber, and garlic dip. Cool, tangy, and perfect with grilled meat.

  GreekSauce15 min

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  Vinagrete

  A fresh, tangy salsa of tomato, onion, and pepper that goes with every Brazilian barbecue.

  BrazilianSauce10 min

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  Yogurt with Honey and Walnuts

  The simplest Greek dessert or breakfast: thick strained yogurt, honey, and toasted walnuts.

  GreekBreakfast5 min