As we take a deep breath after our first 100-degree days of 2026 in the Rogue Valley, we checked with our chefs for some “it’s too hot to cook” recipes.

Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman of EatingWell Magazine offers a tuna salad lettuce wrap.

“Tuna provides protein and omega-3 fatty acids, while the addition of Greek-style yogurt in the dressing amps up the protein,” Stuedeman says.