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Whether you’re looking for easy sides or simple main dishes, there’s no end to the variety of recipes you can prepare -all without a stove!

Creamy and fresh with a bit of tang, this German Cucumber Salad brings back happy memories. Purple Cabbage Slaw is sweet and tangy and it is my go-to side for potlucks and summer picnics. It can be made in advance and gets better as it rests.

Have you tried the Sweet Kale Salad at Costco? It starts with shredded kale, thinly sliced Brussels sprouts, and a generous handful of broccoli matchsticks; the greens are topped with sweet cranberries and salty pepitas before being tossed in a tangy sweet poppyseed dressing. Sweet peas, salty bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese coated in a creamy, tangy dressing add up to an easy, tasty summer side dish: this Bacon Pea Salad is a timeless favorite that is a great addition to any meal.

Old-fashioned Four Bean Salad is made with a mix of green beans, butter beans, and kidney beans in a tangy dressing. Fresh zucchini is shaved thin and tossed with olive oil and lemon juice before being sprinkled with salt, pepper, basil, and Parmesan to make this easy Zucchini Ribbon Salad. It can be on your dinner table in mere minutes!