Our top 10 no-cook recipes
With the weather warming up, you might not always be in the mood to cook. That's why we've put together a list of our top 10 refreshingly easy, no-cook recipes, perfect for those days when you just want something simple.
From speedy salads to a cooling iced tea, these recipes are perfect to whip up for a picnic in the sun or a family barbecue. Why not make a start with our afghan salad? Crunchy and fresh, this colourful salad is super simple to make and you can mix it up with a range of different herbs.
We've also got 10 top tips to help you make healthier food choices, whatever the weather, with simple swaps that can make a big difference to your diabetes.
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![Prawn and dill open sandwich](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/Prawn-and-dill-sandwich%20%281%29.jpg?VersionId=ViP9RTHCsMmaRlFiHJ2XV8982pu5BFXm&itok=lW468YAL)
Prawn and dill open sandwich
![Stuffed celery bites](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/Stuffed%20celery%20bites.jpg?VersionId=9lR30.Q_oCCO16zaVZmt53Ej_76X.va8&itok=zJ1b04d9)
Stuffed celery bites
![Iced tea](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/icedtea1.jpg?VersionId=47Prn_DZDXzSEo9L4g31fLLjI9mgB7e4&itok=qjfj9YpK)
Iced tea
![Chickpea and tuna salad](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/chickpea%20and%20tuna%20salad%20-%20600%20x%20360.jpg?VersionId=Q6B_b1TmSTu5UVDjmfpnH9mDgbFYYmQM&itok=WLaUNlo4)
Chickpea and tuna salad
![Blueberry and avocado creamsicles](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/Blueberry%20and%20avocado%20creamsicles%20-%20600%20x%20360.jpg?VersionId=YsLS4IY4KI0wsuqgCBRxT.Awi7XFx_Ok&itok=Czc-IMZG)
Blueberry and avocado creamsicles
![Butterbean pâté](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/butterbeanpate465x280.jpg?VersionId=Jpo3XGMMiyTCFxSwCh60tpRXoztvSfz2&itok=YOzYFpUB)
Butterbean pâté
![Mini bagels with smoked salmon spread](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/mini%20salmon%20bagels%201000x600.jpg?VersionId=3840K60kTlAUIB8XSDnvCCbxbdJ.DcFt&itok=yM0EMiQV)
Mini bagels with smoked salmon spread
![Carrot and apple salad](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/Carrot%20salad.jpg?VersionId=2h9akU00qdlFsMH_s4q4K.w8KaJvN61h&itok=XwWk6_Ye)
Crunchy carrot and apple salad
![Skewered fruit with dipping sauces](https://diabetes-resources-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/resources-s3/styles/16_9/s3/2023-07/FRUIT%20SKEWERS.jpeg?VersionId=atLx_lKyHxaFYMzGDxoBuHI9dS.ZcdFj&itok=Q18JfjqB)