18 No-Cook Appetizer Recipes like Gazpacho, Guacamole, Ceviche, Salad, and Tartare

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We're not sure about your part of the country (or world), but it's HOT on the east coast. Temperatures are hovering around 100 degrees, and it's almost impossible to stand in direct sunlight without turning into a puddle. Long story short: We don't want to think about touching our stoves, or even--and this is how you know it's serious--our grills.

But we won't let the heat stop us from entertaining. No! Cocktail hour must go on, and with it must be snacks. We've rounded up 18 no-cook appetizers for just this purpose: they're cool and they keep you cool.

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