No-cook healthy recipes

With just 20 minutes preparation and no cooking time you'll be able to whip up this colourful avocado and bread salad in no time

Did you know almond butter is high in polyunsaturated fats which help raise your good cholesterol? Mix with oats and dates to make a sweet treat that goes well with a cuppa

This salad couldn't be easier to make - simply shred leftover cooked chicken and mix with Asian flavours, tropical fruit, cashew nuts and herbs

Pack in the heart-healthy fats and anti-inflammatory compounds with this avocado-based snack that you can eat with a spoon straight from the shell

Try these make-ahead overnight oats for a healthy start to your day. They're naturally sweetened with dates and cinnamon and a good source of calcium.

Throw together this easy, no-cook lentil and tuna salad for a speedy and healthy lunch or supper. It takes just 15 minutes to make – ideal for busy days

Serve this pesto chicken and couscous salad in lettuce leaves for a healthy supper. With added sundried tomatoes and pine nuts, it has lots of texture

Give yourself a dose of vitamin C in the morning with this vegan green smoothie. Along with kale and avocado, there's a hit of zesty lime and pineapple

Make a bowl of overnight oats that's indulgent yet healthy with creamy peanut butter and tangy raspberries. Or make it in a jar and take it to work

Choose a lighter lunch with this easy, no-cook salmon salad packed with courgettes, peas, pea shoots and radishes. It's healthy and takes just 15 minutes to prepare

A super-healthy dish that's ready in minutes and just as good hot or cold. It counts as one of your 5-a-day

Keep your energy up all morning with this super healthy breakfast that's high in fibre and low in fat

Serve this chilled green soup as part of a summer menu. No cooking is required – simply whizz up the ingredients to make a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal

Perfect for BBQs and buffets, our epic salad is an assembly job of gorgeous ingredients – no cooking required. Serve it with lamb kebabs for an impressive summer feast

This healthy supper is super speedy - top lettuce leaves with cooked chicken, colourful vegetables and a peanut and sweet chilli sauce

Liven up your lunch with this easy, no-cook chipotle gazpacho soup. It's not only delicious but healthy too, delivering three of your 5-a-day and packed with vitamin C

A creamy breakfast-friendly blend that's high in calcium and low in calories

Serve a bright salad to feed a crowd. It can also be made with leftover cold chicken, and is robust enough to transport without wilting – perfect for picnics

This fresh, fruity salad combines peppery rocket leaves, tangy citrus and a punchy mustard dressing for a full-flavoured side dish

There's more to smoothies than fruit - this green blend contains spinach, oats, linseeds and cashew nuts too

A crunchy chicken salad that's zesty, healthy and 4 of your 5-a-day. Try this for variety in your teenager's lunchbox or take it to work

Give overnight oats a tasty boost with our indulgent carrot cake version. This simple, healthy breakfast recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare

Rustle up this healthy and filling coronation chicken salad for a packed lunch in just five minutes using our roast chicken cooked beforehand to save time