Crisp and refreshing, cucumber is loved by so many of us and a kids' favourite. Actually a fruit, although eaten as a vegetable, cucumber adds a fresh, subtle melon note to a whole host of dishes and drinks, particularly in the summer months. Our cucumber recipes include an Indian-style cucumber salad, a quick and easy pickled cucumber recipe and cucumber 'sushi'! Explore our cucumber dishes today, and for more inspiration, take a look at our healthy recipes.
These minted lamb burgers are juicy, filling, and ever so slightly fragrant
For a fast and healthy midweek dinner, try this speedy Asian-inspired salmon recipe. Sticky soy, ginger and chilli-marinated salmon is served with a crisp and colourful veggie slaw and tender pak choi for a flavour-packed meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Looking for South East Asia on a plate? Give your pork chops a Thai makeover with this salad featuring sweet mango, sesame oil and cucumber. Sweet chilli sauce is the key ingredient here, adding warmth and spice to the both salad dressing and pork.
Kickstart al fresco dinners with this colourful lamb and couscous salad recipe packed with fresh Greek flavours and ready in just 15 minutes
These TikTok viral salmon bites are certainly worth the hype. We've given ours a firecracker twist by marinading the fish with sweet chilli sauce. Cook your salmon in the air-fryer for extra crispy skin.
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!
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!
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.
This colourful paneer traybake is packed with veggies and full of Indian-inspired flavours. It tastes even better with warm flatbreads and raita on the side.
We love the bold Mediterranean-inspired flavours in this vibrant spring salad. You only need a microwave and 20 minutes to make this delicious dish that makes a lovely light lunch, side or part of a sharing spread.
Crunchy and packed with fresh flavours, these tuna tostadas are a great high-protein dinner option that takes under 30 minutes to cook
Transform leftover sausage and butter bean traybake into these tasty Greek pittas. Load your pittas with garlicky veg and crunchy salad, then finish with a dollop of feta yogurt for a meal that whole family will love.
Take inspiration from the middle east with this gorgeously spiced whole roasted cauliflower. Simply roast in the oven with some spicy wedges and serve with a cooling cucumber and mint chopped salad. You can even use the leftover cauliflower to create a spicy tomato pasta the next day too.
Make your own succulent lamb meatballs with this easy recipe. Served with jewelled couscous salad and silky homemade hummus, it's an impressive looking spread that's perfect for leaving leftovers for meatball wraps.
This BBQ side classic is made even tastier with the addition of seasonal asparagus, peas and peppery watercress or rocket
Transform leftover chana masala into flavourful lunchtime wraps. Stuffed with spiced chickpeas and a cool vegan raita, these wraps are sure to liven up your lunch routine.
Use leftover turkey and cauliflower, packed with crisp carrot and cucumber, and fresh herbs. These sandwiches are perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
This has to be the easiest dinner – and the tastiest. Load oven chips with leftover roast lamb from your Sunday roast or Easter lunch. Add a minty yogurt sauce, salad, slaw and fresh herbs, then finish with a sprinkling of sumac for a touch of zing – yum!
These high-protein smash tacos are inspired by lahmacun - a flavour-packed Middle Eastern street food. You can use any mince here, we've seasoned lean turkey mince and smashed it onto wraps before frying for a quick and easy twist. Most importantly, these tacos taste downright delicious!
This tasty buddha bowl proves salads can be adventurous! With ready-made mixed grains and falafel, plus a delicious homemade dressing, it comes together in just 15 minutes, perfect for a quick and easy midweek lunch.
These homemade pork meatballs, made with lean pork mince, come together in just half an hour and are loaded with fresh, fragrant flavours like ginger, spring onion, coriander and lime. Stir-fried in a ready-made teriyaki sauce alongside the rice for a crispy finish, this dish will certainly shake up your midweek meals or enjoy for a Friday night fakeaway.
Here's a dreamy pub menu-inspired combo: chips that are crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and sticky, salty ham, finished with an egg that’s perfect for dunking. We’ve added a smoky tomato glaze to the ham and pickled cucumber to cut through the richness.
This pea and potato frittata mean works great warm with a salad or eaten cold for lunch the next day
This fast and fresh noodle salad is bursting with Thai-style flavours, with fiery chilli, zingy lime, aromatic fresh herbs and a touch of sweetness. We've added in some leftover spicy turkey burgers, which you can re-heat in your air-fryer. Teamed with flat rice noodles, this is a speedy and satisfying meal for any night of the week!
Fritters are a great way of introducing your baby to different vegetables and textures. These are suitable from 10+ months weaning stage* and make a great lunch or dinner. The fritters freeze well too, so are good for batch-cooking!
Wow guests with this spicy reinvention of a classic Christmas starter.
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.
Recreate a healthy version of your favourite takeaway! These easy chicken kebabs are full of feel good ingredients. Make your own flatbreads using just 3 ingredients and load with colourful veggies and tender chicken.
Make your kids a lunchbox that really has it all – creamy tuna and cream cheese wrapped up with crisp lettuce, chicken and veg skewers and sweet apple and honey rounds
Take all the makings of this classic French salad and toss it with some fusilli pasta for an ideal addition to your midweek meal rotation
This on-trend cottage cheese loaf is a source of protein and high in vitamin B12, and makes a tasty alternative to sliced bread.
We’ve transformed our favourite Spanish paella into crunchy prawn cakes, served with a fresh salad. Packed full of flavour and ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect mid-week meal that feels indulgent, without you having to break a sweat.