Take a look at our healthy vegetarian recipes for wholesome dinners, tasty lunches, and everything in between! Discover all our vegetarian recipes for more meat-free inspiration.
Give this refreshing and fruity mocktail a go if you fancy an alcohol-free sip
Learn to make this basic gluten-free bread loaf that's just as delicious, soft and moist as any other bread
With a flapjack-inspired base, these peanut butter cups are loaded with fruits and veggies for extra taste, texture and nutrition. A great morning or afternoon snack and providing 1 of your 5-a-day, this recipe can be doubled to make a batch for the freezer.
The ultimate grab-and-go breakfast - bake a batch of these banana muffins to store in the fridge (for up to a week) or freeze. Adding maple syrup, pecans and mixed seeds really takes these breakfast muffins to the next level!
We all know mornings can be hectic so get-ahead and prep yourself a gorgeous grab-and-go breakfast! Cooking herby eggs in a baking tray is a smart shortcut – simply slice into pieces and sandwich between an English muffin with some sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. Made with cottage cheese and spinach, the eggy filling is packed with protein.
This is the perfect post-dinner sip – soothing and warming with a touch of fruit and spice. If you're hosting, it's ideal for guests who prefer a herbal tea – ready in 10 minutes, it's super-simple yet so impressive.
Turmeric shots may be on-trend, but we think this drink is here to stay! We've added some zing with lemon and a sweet note with orange and fresh beetroot to create a deliciously refreshing drink that's high in vitamin C. Keep these in the fridge for breakfast, a snack or whenever you fancy a pick-me-up.
These get-ahead overnight oats are perfect for busy mornings – prep the night before and top with fruit and a little extra honey (if you like) before eating. Earthy matcha gives this breakfast a real boost and pairs perfectly with sweet mango and tart raspberries.
If you like camomile tea, why not wind down with a delicious camomile smoothie? With chia seeds, banana and oats, this refreshing, plant-based drink provides a useful hit of fibre. Prepped in 15 minutes, which includes steeping the chia seeds for 10 minutes, it's perfect for when you fancy something cooling yet comforting.
Blitzing veg into homemade pesto is an easy way to eat your greens. Toss through your favourite pasta and serve with grated pecorino for a super-speedy and delicious dinner!
Make a batch of these masala-spiced beans; they freeze well, count towards 2 of your 5-a-day and they're both a source of protein and fibre! Serve on toast, jacket potatoes or enjoy on their own.
An Indo-Chinese dish fusing fragrant spices with a sweet and sticky sauce, gobi manchurian is our go-to vegan fakeaway. Kashmiri chilli flakes add a warm, smoky flavour that also works great with chicken, see our tip, below.
A hybrid between a loaf and a frittata, this clever bake really packs in the veg, providing 2 of your 5-a-day. It’s delicious served warm with a salad for a light meal, while the leftovers are just as good sliced up and packed into lunchboxes to make a satisfying midday meal.
Tangy green kiwi fruit is the highlight of this refreshing salsa that's the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Enjoy as a dip for tortilla chips, with tacos or grilled fish. You'll grab one of your 5-a-day in a fresh and flavoursome way.
This vegan chickpea curry is something special! Packed with veggies, it's a delicious way to grab 2 of your 5-a-day. Don't forget the spoon of peanut butter, which gives a lovely rich and nutty finish. Why not freeze portions for healthy home-cooked 'ready meals'?
These roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with sweet, spicy and umami flavours for a deliciously different roast side dish. Perfect for a special Sunday lunch or for jazzing up a midweek meal with a burst of flavour. Try with grilled chicken, fish or tofu, or as part of a grains bowl with other roasted veg, rice or quinoa.
Here's a stunning veggie main for your Christmas dinner that's a doddle to make. This tart features a trio of red onions, leek and shallots to make a gorgeous caramelised topping, reminiscent of the classic French dessert tarte Tatin.
Take your bread sauce to the next level by swapping in rich focaccia. This bread sauce recipe has all the classic features of your much-loved roast dinner side – gently spiced, aromatic and indulgently creamy. Put this dish on your Christmas lunch menu!
These are the crispiest roast potatoes, ever! Giving the par-boiled spuds a good shake helps to fluff them up and if you're veggie, see our tip for which fat to roast them in.
Shredded sprouts sautéed in butter and thyme and sprinkled with pecorino makes for a special side dish to serve with your Christmas dinner or any Sunday roast. This recipe would also be great tossed through pasta for a quick midweek meal!
Combining all your favourite banana bread flavours into a simple bake, these delicious cookies offer soft-in-the-middle, crisp-on-the-outside textures with the bonus of being a healthier treat to enjoy with your cuppa.
Give carrots and parsnips the VIP treatment at your next Sunday roast with this extra-special side dish. The combination of maple syrup, mustard and orange creates a sticky glaze that works well with both veg. Guests will be asking for more.
This delicious side dish transforms a pack of cavolo nero (otherwise known as Tuscan kale) into something quite special, with just a few ingredients. You could serve this with your Christmas dinner or any Sunday roast, or toss leftovers through pasta for an easy veggie dinner!
A milder, sweeter alternative to onions, echalion shallots elevate any dish into something special, and these pickled shallots are the perfect example.
Make this easy soup that’s brimming with good-for-you garlic, ginger, chilli and veggies. Perfect for keeping in the freezer for when hunger (or lurgy) hits! The crispy topping isn't essential but does make it extra tasty.
Roasting this distinctly colourful broccoli gives it a nutty and earthy flavour which works perfectly with a light dressing and crunchy sourdough
Liven up your BBQ with this smokin' hot broccoli recipe. With carrots, cabbage and lime, this summery side is packed full of flavour.
This biryani recipe is brimming with loads of mushrooms and fragrant spices. It's topped with crispy cumin chickpeas, pomegranate seeds and homemade raita, and makes a lovely Friday night fakeaway.
Start your day off the best way possible with these feel-good green pancakes. Spinach is secretly blended into your pancake mix with a dash of honey for extra sweetness. Stack them up high with a dollop of Greek yogurt and some blueberries for good measure.
Lucy's creamy gratin recipe is really comforting and packs in 2 of your 5-a-day. Butter beans are super filling, a great tip is to blend half the tin with some cream to thicken the sauce, and the breadcrumb topping gives a lovely nutty flavour - it’s a bit like a savoury crumble!
These simple frittata bites make the perfect healthy snack. They're packed with sweet potatoes and spinach to count towards 2 of your 5-a-day, plus cottage cheese for extra protein. This recipe makes 16 bites to keep you and your family snacking all week long.
These egg pots are a super-easy snack to prepare for the week ahead. Roasted chickpeas and tomatoes are topped with feta and a jammy egg for a protein hit. They also count towards 2 of your 5-a-day and are way more colourful than a cereal bar.
Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert's veggie baked noodles are a great healthy dinner idea. They're packed with 2 of your 5-a-day and tofu for extra protein. Bung all the ingredients into a tray with a dash of coconut milk, then let the oven do all the work. Simple, healthy and full of feel good ingredients.