Cooked Shrimp, The No-Cook Meal Solution

Lovers of cooking don’t always love turning on the oven at mealtimes, especially as summer heats up. Cooked shrimp serves as a versatile solution to feed your family while keeping the summer heat outside.

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Summer is a time for playing outdoors, enjoying a second cocktail for happy hour, marathon movie nights and hours of splashing around in the pool. No one wants to spend the whole day in the kitchen with all burners firing on the stove! And while the grill may be a cook’s best friend in the summer, sometimes you may need a break from cooking outdoors. Queue cooked shrimp, my favorite new meal starter this season. No cooking needed, enjoy it cold or lightly warmed! Here are a few recipe ideas to get you started:

Thai Shrimp and Carrot Salad

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Simple and fresh — it’s a Health Starts Here® recipe.

Seafood Cucumber Stacks with Lemon Cream and Chives

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Heats on outside, but not in your kitchen. Perfect for entertaining.

Pineapple Shrimp in Endive Leaves

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This appetizer is party-perfect or great for a casual backyard happy hour.

Celery Shrimp Boats

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Celery’s never looked this good! A slam-dunk make-ahead appetizer for your arsenal.

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