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Need some inspiration for your midday meal? If you're looking for some easy lunch ideas that can be enjoyed at work or at home with the family, take a look at our selection of delicious lunch recipes.
Mushrooms are one of those ingredients we often get stuck in a recipe rut with – so I’ve come up with a recipe that gives them a whole new flavour everyone will love. This delicious dinner contains 3 of your 5-a-day and, at under £1 a portion, it’s great value. Go on, give it a go...
This really easy chicken korma recipe gives tender chicken breast in a mildly-spiced, rich and creamy curry sauce. Learning how to make chicken korma is pretty straightforward – it’s sure to become a regular dinnertime feature!
Grain bowls are a lunchtime staple – the more colourful the better! This recipe uses microwavable rice and frozen edamame to make it extra easy.
Use leftover veg from our Air-fryer veggie toad-in-the-hole recipe, see below, to make these speedy nachos. Topped with roasted vegetables, melted cheese and lots of salsa, you'll be adding this to your dinner menu every week!
Nothing can beat a classic French croque monsieur and here we've used a traditional boule, Finest ham and Gruyère, along with a creamy béchamel sauce to create the ultimate toasted sandwich. Bon appétit!
Cavolo nero is sweeter and more tender than kale, making it the perfect addition to this hearty pasta bake
Jamie says: "Celebrating seasonal squash and end-of-the-summer peppers, this vibrant bowlful is a treat to eat come rain or shine. Topped with noodles, crunchy garnishes and a squeeze of lime, this tasty dish packs a proper punch."
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.
Ready in 20 mins with very little effort, this recipe shows why the microwave is king in the kitchen. This low-energy dish, made with just 4 ingredients, is a great winter warmer.
Use leftover beef and onion mixture in this Sloppy Joes recipe to make this American classic for a bonus Friday night special. Sandwiched between golden grilled seeded buns, serve with melty cheese slices, tangy gherkins and crisp salad.
Jacket potatoes make a great, budget-friendly dinner and this recipe, topped with omega-3 rich mackerel and a crunchy and colourful slaw is something different and totally delicious!
Homemade fishcakes always feel like a treat and this recipe is no exception. Healthy, freezable and budget-friendly, this one will soon become your new family favourite!
This speedy lunch uses leftover chicken parmigiana for an autumnal Caesar salad, all cooked in the air-fryer. Use ready-made Caesar dressing for ease.
Jamie says: "Roast chicken was one of the first meals I cooked as a kid. Adding sausage meat under the chicken skin helps to baste the meat from the inside out, plus it makes the most incredible gravy."
Dina Macki's slow-cooked brisket is coated in a spiced walnut and pomegranate marinade and served with a fresh and zingy chermoula. Dina says: "In Oman, we slow-cook a lot. I'm also called the Pomegranate Queen, so I had to represent!"
Honey & Co's slow-roast pork belly recipe is truly something special! Go low and slow for tender meat and serve with a warm spiced plum sauce for a memorable Sunday lunch or get-together dinner.
We've taken the ever-popular steak sarnie to the next level with tender ribeye steak and tangy sourdough. Treat yourself to this ultimate sandwich on the weekend or whenever you need a pick-me-up!
Inspired by the French classic apple Tarte tatin, this sweet-yet-savoury twist features fresh seasonal figs, baked in maple syrup and thyme. Serve this for lunch, dinner or at a gathering and watch everyone tuck in!
Marinated figs, Parma ham and mozzarella is a classic salad combo and for good reason – with the perfect balance of sweet and salty alongside peppery rocket and creamy mozzarella. A lovely lunch or light supper.
You can't beat a classic jacket potato with baked beans and cheese, it's easy on the purse strings but still 10/10 delicious!
This vegan Yorkshire pudding recipe gives fluffy, golden puddings which are completely egg-free and dairy-free – a must-have for any roast dinner
A gorgeous pairing of two delicate flavours - sweet and juicy melon with smoky slices of Parma ham
This family favourite is made extra special thanks to fresh thyme, fragrant rosemary and sweet sundried tomato paste
Jamie says: "Get picnic-ready with my meat-free sausage rolls that everyone will love. I’ve cut down on the oven time by softening the squash in the microwave: quicker and more energy-efficient".
Jamie says: "This is a real winner of a dinner. I’ve heroed frozen meat-free mince and flavoured it with ginger and spring onion. When served with noodles and fresh veg, it makes for a punchy meal that’s full of the good stuff. I’ve finished it off with carrot – a veg often left at the bottom of the fridge, helping to make it easy on your wallet."
Pair crunchy carrots with apple and chicken in these easy grain bowls, topped with a zesty homemade dressing.
Grilled halloumi cheese and crisp, Parmesan croutons make this vibrant salad feel hearty and substantial. Served with a delicious warm tomato and chilli dressing, this salad is packed full of flavour too.
Jamie says: “This veg-packed pasta bake heroes affordable Savoy cabbage, uses up leftover bread, and will have the kids coming back for more – and at less than £1 a portion, it shows that eating well doesn’t have to cost you more.”
Jamie says: "We’re often looking for tasty vegetarian dishes in January, so may I introduce my Veggie spiced rice. It stars great-value kidney beans, which are a great source of protein, and is flavoured with Cajun seasoning, so is super-tasty and healthy too. And considering it’s on the table in 25 minutes flat, it’s a great family favourite."
Experience the depth of flavours and heat in this Indian-inspired omelette
Use your air-fryer to recreate your favourite Chinese takeaway dish at home
This make-ahead lamb is marinated in yogurt and spices two days before, so the meat is extra juicy and tender. This is the only way to serve up Easter lunch this year.
A British classic, our best shepherd's pie recipe has a rich lamb filling and fluffy potato topping that the whole family will love