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If you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to get more root vegetables into your diet, switch up your standard mashed potatoes at your next roast dinner for this carrot and swede mash
These oat, seed and fruit packed flapjacks really are the ultimate healthy snack. Prepare a batch, in just over half an hour, and have them ready to go for when the urge to snack strikes
Whether you're a long term vegan, hosting vegan friends or just looking for some meat- and dairy-free dinner ideas, this tasty stuffed butternut squash recipe is the ideal simple midweek meal.
Whip up this vibrant ginger chicken stir-fry noodle for a speedy midweek meal
Put your slow-cooker through its paces with this super sausage and butter bean casserole – the perfect meal to cook while you're working from home
Make your paella punchy with saffron-infused fish stock and carefully placed fresh tiger prawns, mussels and squid
Prepare the light, delicate flavours of the Mediterranean in just 25 minutes with this sea bass and potato salad dish
This slow-cooked korma recipe is packed with chicken, chickpeas, butternut squash and warming flavours
A simple chicken traybake elevated with smoky paprika, all you have to do is get it in the oven and wait for the magic to happen
Healthy, midweek cooking at its best, this one-pot baked chorizo and white fish recipe uses delicate orzo pasta and is packed with vitamin-rich spinach, pepper, hearty tomatoes and garlic. Also a good one to have up your sleeve for when friends drop by.
This chicken gyros recipe is easy to make and has all the flavour of an authentic Greek chicken gyros. Serve with flatbreads and some tasty sides – delicious!
This firecracker salmon is coated in a sticky sriracha and honey glaze, and served with a zingy pineapple salsa. It's sure to get your tastebuds tingling this summer – try it on the barbecue or grilled in the oven.
Make this courgette orzo traybake recipe for a simple meat-free Monday dinner. Grating the courgettes into the orzo is an easy way to get your veg, along with plenty of chilli, garlic and spring onions for maximum flavour, all topped off with crunchy crout
Blitz up a summer smoothie with this easy peach and oat smoothie recipe. Made with almond milk and vanilla yogurt for a vegan treat, blitz this together in 5 mins for a quick breakfast or afternoon treat.
This Mexican-style baked eggs recipe is a veggie-friendly dish that's suitable for brunch, lunch, or even dinner
The last decade has been about less waste and more taste. This ramen recipe – where the whole butternut squash is used (skin and seeds included) – is a clever way to be more sustainable and add a little extra goodness.
Chef Romy Gill MBE shares her delicious chole (chickpea) recipe for Vaisakhi that's the perfect balance of spices and creaminess.
If you love banana bread, you'll want to try this fruity twist, inspired by the flavours of classic Bakewell tart. There are pops of tangy raspberries, as well as ground almonds, which keep the loaf lovely and moist.
This brownie recipe is really clever – it's rich, intensely chocolatey and fudgy, just like good brownies should be, but it's also high in fibre, thanks to the green lentils. There's no flour in this recipe either, making it a great gluten-free treat. Freeze squares and you'll always have a feel-good snack to hand!
Packed with mango, pineapple, papaya and coconut drink, this fresh and creamy smoothie bowl has a lovely tropical taste.
2 of your 5-a-day from a dip? It's possible with this tasty beetroot dip that's fresh, creamy and high in vitamin A too. The toasted walnuts give it a lovely crunch but you could omit them, if you prefer. Enjoy with chopped veg, flatbreads or whatever you fancy. This dip is great for picnics or as a healthy snack to keep in the fridge for when hunger strikes.
These vegan summer rolls look impressive but they're super-easy to make and quick too, making them ideal for a summery lunch or light evening meal. Fry tofu until nice and crisp and roll into rice wraps with crunchy veggies, fruit and fresh herbs. It's a flavour and texture experience you'll want to recreate again and again!
Whizz up this salmon salad in just 10 minutes for a delicious and satisfying lunch or light dinner. We've used hot smoked salmon and mixed grains for ease and speed, alongside lots of lovely citrus flavours and fresh, fragrant herbs. You couldn't wish for a better lunch!
This speedy chow mein recipe is packed with veg, providing 2 of your 5-a-day and a hit of vitamin C. It doesn't scrimp on flavour either – we've used chow mein stir-fry sauce to keep things quick and easy, alongside red onion, garlic and chilli. This is fab, feel-good food!
Tuck into a bowl of bright spring flavours with this quick and easy spaghetti dinner. Watercress, herbs and lemon bring freshness, while tinned tuna makes this a high-protein, budget-friendly meal. Reduce the chilli if you prefer a milder taste.
This colourful veggie traybake is cooked in one tray for a super-easy midweek meal. We've packed in lots of veg, while pesto and salad cheese bring fresh and punchy flavours. Serve with warmed pittas for a family feast!
Need a quick dinner fix? This delicious katsu curry is ready in a flash. We've used frozen breaded cod for speed, with a homemade katsu sauce. The result is rich, tangy-sweet, comforting and super-tasty!
If you love tomato soup, give this beautifully vibrant tomato soup recipe a go that provides 2 of your 5-a-day as well as protein. Smash through a crisp cheese topper into a sweet and fragrant soup that's laced with aromatic herbs. Remarkably, it's all ready in just 30 minutes.
Shake up your chicken salads with this exciting Chinese-inspired recipe that's high in protein and gives 2 of your 5-a-day. Smashing a cucumber allows the marinade ingredients to penetrate throughout, creating bold flavour. Serve with vibrant, juicy bang bang chicken thighs for a fun, street food-style meal.
Soba noodles include some buckwheat flour, which has a distinctive nutty quality. It pairs beautifully with zesty, fragrant flavours – here we've added fresh coriander, spring onion, lime and green chilli for a big hit of flavour. This is lovely noodle salad for lunch or a light dinner for two.
This flavoursome pasta salad makes a great lunch on the go or simple spring dinner. Ready in 15 minutes, it uses leftover marinated courgettes (see tip, below) and budget-friendly tinned salmon, so it's a super-easy solution when hunger strikes!
A tapas classic, pan-fried prawns are quick, easy and bursting with flavours of the Mediterranean
Monkfish has a meaty texture but delicate flavour that makes it perfect for wrapping in Parma ham and roasting for a special fish dish. Stuffed with sundried tomatoes and basil, this Mediterranean-style recipe is served with colourful roasted veg.