Today’s fast-paced world has facilitated the creation of ideas for cooking wholesome Indian meals without turning on the stove. This might sound like a fantasy, but with a little creativity, one can cook perfect meals, making it surprisingly delicious, satisfying and nutrient-rich. Whether you are too tired to cook or dealing with summer heat, healthy no-cook meals are your solution to eat perfectly. 

Foodism says, Why not go for no-cook meals?

These are quick to assemble, require minimal prep and work well even in small kitchen setups with limited equipment. When aiming for convenience, do not compromise on taste or nutrition because no-cooking offers the perfect middle ground. 

Let’s dig into the perfect no-cook full Indian meal!

Starters (No-Cook Indian Starters)

1. Spicy Paneer Cold Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 4 slices whole wheat or multigrain bread
• 1 cup crumbled paneer
• 2 tbsp mint-coriander chutney
• 1/2 onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 tomato (thinly sliced)
• 1 cucumber (thinly sliced)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp chaat masala
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

To make spicy paneer cold sandwich - 

1. Mix crumbled paneer with lemon juice, salt, and chaat masala.
2. Spread mint chutney on each slice of bread.
3. Layer paneer and veggies on one slice; cover with another.
4. Cut diagonally, refrigerate 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tip: Add a layer of grated beetroot or lettuce for added crunch and nutrition.

2. Hung Curd Vegetable Dip with Khakhra Chips

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hung curd
• 1/2 carrot (grated)
• 1/2 cucumber (grated and squeezed)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp pink salt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Crushed roasted cumin seeds

Instructions:

To make hung curd vegetable dip with khakhra chips - 

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
2. Serve chilled with broken khakhra or whole-grain crackers.

Pro Tip: Add fresh dill or mint for a herby punch. Great for not cooking meals for entertaining guests.

3. Fruit & Nut Chaat

Ingredients:

• 1 apple, 1 banana, 1 pear (chopped)
• 2 tbsp pomegranate
• 2 tbsp chopped almonds and walnuts
• 1/2 tsp chaat masala
• 1 tbsp honey or lemon juice

Instructions:

To make fruit and nut chaat - 

1. Mix all fruits and nuts in a bowl.
2. Sprinkle chaat masala and drizzle honey/lemon juice.
3. Toss and chill before serving.

Pro Tip: Add mint leaves for freshness. Excellent for kids and quick no no-cook food cravings.

Main Course (No-Cook Indian Main Dishes)

1. Chilled Chana Salad Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 cup canned chickpeas
• 1 tomato, 1 cucumber, 1 onion (chopped)
• Fresh coriander, lemon juice
• Salt, cumin powder, black salt

Instructions:

To make chilled chana salad bowl - 

1. Toss all ingredients together.
2. Garnish with lemon juice and coriander.
3. Serve cold with curd or lettuce.

Pro Tip: Add pomegranate or grated raw mango for tang. Makes a satisfying no-cooking meal.

2. Sprouts and Peanut Yoghurt Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sprouted moong
• 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
• 1/2 cup curd
• 1/2 cucumber (grated)
• Salt, pepper, mint

Instructions:

To make sprouts and peanut yoghurt bowl - 

1. Mix sprouts, peanuts, and cucumber in a bowl.
2. Fold in the curd and season.
3. Serve chilled.

Pro Tip: Use Greek yoghurt for extra creaminess and protein. One of the best healthy no cook meals for summer.

3. Aloo Chaat Wrap Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 cup boiled, cubed potatoes (pre-boiled and stored)
• Chaat masala, salt, chilli powder
• 1 tbsp tamarind chutney
• 1 tbsp mint chutney
• Onion, tomato (chopped)
• Lemon juice

Instructions:

To make aloo chaat wrap bowl - 

1. Toss all ingredients together.
2. Serve in a bowl or wrap in a lettuce leaf.

Pro Tip: Add crushed papdi or murmura for crunch. Great for meals with no cooking during fasts or picnics.

Side Dish (Easy No-Cook Indian Side Dishes)

1. Mint-Cucumber Raita

Ingredients:

• 1 cup curd
• 1/4 cup grated cucumber
• 1 tbsp mint paste
• Salt, cumin powder

Instructions:

To make mint-cucumber raita - 

1. Mix all ingredients and whisk well.
2. Serve the mint-cucumber raita cold.

Pro Tip: Use thick curd or Greek yoghurt for better consistency.

2. Boondi Yoghurt Bowl

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup boondi (store-bought)
• 1 cup curd
• Salt, cumin powder, sugar

Instructions:

To make boondi yoghurt bowl - 

1. Soak boondi in water for 5 minutes. Squeeze and add to the curd.
2. Mix with spices and chill the boondi yoghurt mix before serving.

Pro Tip: For a sweet version, add jaggery powder and a dash of cardamom.

3. Spicy Tomato-Onion Kachumber

Ingredients:

• 1 tomato, 1 onion, 1 cucumber (finely chopped)
• Salt, black salt, lemon juice
• Coriander and green chilli

Instructions:

To make spicy tomato-onion kachumber - 

1. Mix everything.
2. Chill the spicy tomato-onion kachumber before serving.

Pro Tip: Add roasted peanuts or crushed mathri for a crunchy twist. Pairs well with other no-cooking meals.

Bread Alternatives (Wraps & Rolls – No Cook Indian Style)

1. Lettuce Sprout Rolls

Ingredients:

• Lettuce leaves
• 1 cup sprouted moong
• Hung curd dip
• Chopped veggies

Instructions:

To make lettuce sprout rolls - 

1. Place sprout mix in lettuce, and add dip.
2. Roll your lettuce sprout rolls and serve.

Pro Tip: Chill before serving for better texture and taste. An excellent healthy no cook meal for low-carb diets.

2. Raw Cabbage Kathi Wrap

Ingredients:

• Large cabbage leaves (blanched, optional)
• Grated carrots, onions
• Hummus or yoghurt dip
• Chilli flakes, oregano

Instructions:

To make raw cabbage kathi wrap - 

1. Spread dip on leaf, top with veggies.
2. Sprinkle seasoning and roll. You have made yourself a delicious cabbage kathi roll. 

Pro Tip: Use purple cabbage for presentation and antioxidants.

3. Khakhra Pizza

Ingredients:

• 2 whole wheat khakhras
• Hummus or hung curd spread
• Chopped onions, bell peppers, and olives
• Sprinkle oregano, chilli flakes

Instructions:

To make khakhra pizza - 

1. Spread hummus over khakhra.
2. Top your khakhra pizza with veggies and seasoning.

Pro Tip: Serve immediately to retain crispness. Perfect for a quick no no-cook food snack.

Desserts (No-Cook Indian Sweet Treats)

1. Date Nut Energy Balls

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dates (pitted)
• 1/4 cup almonds, cashews
• 2 tbsp desiccated coconut

Instructions:

To make date nut energy balls - 

1. Blend dates and nuts.
2. Shape into balls, roll in coconut. Your date nut energy balls are ready to enjoy!  

Pro Tip: Add cocoa powder or instant coffee for a gourmet version of your date nut energy balls.

2. Sweet Curd with Fruit & Honey

Ingredients:

• 1 cup thick curd
• 1 banana, 1 apple (chopped)
• 1 tsp honey
• Chia seeds (optional)

Instructions:

To make  sweet curd with fruits and honey - 

1. Mix fruits with curd and honey.
2. Sprinkle chia and chill.

Pro Tip: Serve the sweet curd with fruits and honey in a kulhad or glass jar for an elegant dessert look.

3. Mango Shrikhand

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hung curd
• 1/2 cup mango pulp
• Sugar or honey to taste
• Cardamom powder, saffron

Instructions:

To make mango shrikhand - 

1. Whisk curd and mango pulp with sweetener.
2. Chill and garnish your mango shrikhand with saffron and chopped pistachios.

Pro Tip: Use Alphonso pulp for best flavor. Store in jars for meals with no cooking during summer.

So next time you look for healthy and no-cook meals, try these ideas; these recipes aren’t just perfect for home but also make excellent travel food or meal prep ideas for a busy week. Download Foodism today for more such interesting recipes.