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5 Quick Summer Recipes That Take 30 Minutes or Less
Episode 222nd June 2026 • Everyday Cooks Recipe Club • Kelly Smith
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In this episode of Everyday Cooks Recipe Club, Kelly and Stephanie bring some quick recipe ideas for the summer season so you can spend minimal time in the kitchen. These recipes can be done in under 30 minutes, with minimal effort and no ovens!

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Meals that take 15-30 minutes to get on the table
  • A no-cook chicken and hummus on naan dish
  • A fast and delicious way to make Swedish Meatballs
  • Kelly’s take on a dense bean salad using sardines
  • A potato salad recipe using green apples
  • No-bake cheesecake using pound cake
  • How each of us prepared the recipes (and where we improvised!)

Resources & Links

Chicken and Hummus on Naan

https://www.therisingspoon.com/2018/02/chicken-hummus-naan-wraps.html

Swedish Meatballs

https://lovetobeinthekitchen.com/2019/03/13/easy-swedish-meatballs/

https://preppykitchen.com/swedish-meatballs/

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/218894/easy-swedish-meatball-sauce/

Sardine Dip / Sardine Salad

https://www.themediterraneandish.com/sardine-fish-dip/

https://wildplanetfoods.com/blogs/recipes/mediterranean-sardine-dip

Summer Potato Salad with Green Apples

Stephanie Paswaters Inspired by Sarah Shannon

Prep Time: 40 mins Chill Time: 6 hrs. Servings: 12 side portions

Ingredients

• 6 red and/or yellow new potatoes, quartered

• 11⁄4 cup mayonnaise or miracle whip

• 1 Tbsp. yellow or Dijon mustard

• 1⁄2 tsp. salt

• 1⁄4 tsp. ground black pepper

• 1 green Granny Smith apple, chopped

• 1⁄3 cup chopped red onion (1/2 small onion)

• 1⁄2 cup chopped dill pickles or 1/2 cup pickle dill relish

• 6 hard-cooked eggs, coarsely chopped

• Paprika (optional)

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan place potato, the 1/4 teaspoon salt, and enough water to cover. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until just tender. Drain well; cool slightly. Test potatoes are done by piercing with a fork.

2. Meanwhile in a large bowl combine mayonnaise/miracle whip, mustard, the 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.

3. Stir in the apples, onion, and pickles.

4. Add the potatoes and eggs. Toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill for at least 6 hours or up to 24 hours.

5. To serve, transfer the potato salad to the bowl. If desired, sprinkle with paprika. Makes 12 side-dish servings.

4 Ingredient No-Bake Cheesecake

https://www.burntpelletbbq.com/no-bake-cheesecake-dessert/

https://www.instagram.com/reels/DT9BshHjLBW/

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Disclaimer

Everyday Cooks Recipe Club is a podcast for home cooks who love exploring new recipes and sharing the experience. We feature recipes from talented chefs, cookbook authors, and food creators, always giving full credit to the original source. We do not claim ownership of these recipes, and we encourage listeners to support the chefs by purchasing their cookbooks or visiting their websites or social channels. For copyright reasons, we do not share full recipes in our show notes. Instead, we talk about our own cooking experiences, tips, and takeaways.

Credit

Original Music by Matthew J. Smith

Recipe Testers are Matt, Ryan, Matt and Cameron

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