Get kids eating their greens with these fun cheese and turkey roll-ups that are the ideal lunchbox idea
These air-fryer tofu flatbreads include homemade toum – a trending Lebanese garlic dip that’s creamy, punchy and totally addictive. It’s traditionally made by emulsifying garlic, oil and lemon juice. We’ve added a splash of aquafaba (the liquid from a tin of chickpeas) to help stabilise the mix and make this sauce much more foolproof. This is quick, easy and delicious Lebanese food you can enjoy at home!
Add a splash of colour to your summer BBQ feast with these easy halloumi kebabs. The creamy yet tangy halloumi pairs perfectly with sweet red onions and peppers. You can grill or barbecue these halloumi skewers, making them a delicious and versatile meal for any night of the week!
These no-cook summer rolls are light, fresh and perfect for warmer days. Packed with crisp vegetables, tender roast turkey and herbs, they’re wrapped in rice paper and served with a punchy peanut dipping sauce. Fun to make, great to share, no hob required – soak, roll, dip!
Smoked mackerel pâté is simple to make and makes a lovely lunch on top of toast. The pickled cucumber cuts through the richness of the pâté and adds a fresh edge. And the best bit: it takes only 15 minutes to make!
Move beyond plain gin and tonics with this easy gin cocktail that tastes like summer in a bottle. Gin, peach schnapps and apple juice combine for a sweet tipple that is perfect for any summer party.
Celebrity chef Ken Hom shares a delicious recipe, perfect for a traditional Chinese banquet
These aromatic Thai fishcakes are served alongside a cooling cucumber dipping sauce
The perfect salad potato, Jersey Royals hold their shape well when cooked, are bite-sized and taste great hot or cold
This veggie frittata is an easy and healthy dinner idea that comes together quickly. We've added in broken lasagne sheets for extra texture, but you could switch this out for sliced potatoes,, if you like. Serve with a crunchy salad and a dollop of mayo for dipping.
This simple salad is packed with freshness, making it the perfect barbecue side dish. Grilling the courgettes adds smokiness, which pairs perfectly with salty feta and juicy tomatoes. Drizzle over a zingy mint and mustard dressing and revel in those sunshine flavours.
All the glorious flavours of summer in one amazing salad – sweet strawberries, refreshing cucumber, fragrant mint and sweet citrus. Add crisp watercress and creamy goat's cheese and you have your new go-to summer dish right there! Serve at parties, picnics or as a light lunch.
Bánh mì is a delicious Vietnamese baguette sandwich, stuffed with quick-pickled veg and juicy chunks of meat. Start by making the pickles: mix the carrot, spring onion and cucumber with sugar, vinegar and fish sauce. Next, grill the meat after rubbing it in delicious spices. This could fast become your new favourite lunch!
These Greek-inspired flatbreads are loaded with crispy halloumi and homemade tzatziki for a fresh and simple summer dinner. Top with pink pickled onions for zing and a drizzle of hot honey for a moreish sweet and spicy sauce.
A summer party just wouldn't be complete without a selection of delicious finger sandwiches. Taking just 10 minutes to make, these savoury snacks are packed with herby cream cheese, refreshing cucumber and punchy Marmite and will keep guests coming back.
Larb is a popular Thai salad that's made with mince. This chicken version is flavoured with lemongrass and ginger, then served on a bed of crunchy lettuce and cucumber. Refreshing and a little spicy, this is a lovely salad for those warmer summer months.
Use the barbecue to liven up your midweek meals with this charred greens and tuna Niçoise salad
This Indian-inspired roast chicken recipe makes a fab Sunday roast in the summer. Warm spices and fruity mango chutney offer a nice balance of flavours without too much heat. Serve with a zesty chickpea and pomegranate seed salad, the remaining raita, and some poppadoms or naans.
‘Chow is a street food snack that’s common in Trinidad,' says food writer Riaz Phillips. 'It’s a nice palate-cleansing "dessert" that isn't overly sweet. You could also add garlic and serve it as a side dish.'
Cooling cucumber, zingy lime and bitter-sweet tonic water create a refreshing mojito-inspired mocktail that's just perfect for summer. We've used elderflower tonic water for a lovely floral note, but you could use classic tonic water, if you like.
We've taken the bold and fragrant flavours of a classic Greek salad and turned it into a filling meal with baked baby potatoes. We've swapped traditional feta for reduced-fat salad cheese that's baked whole with herbs, seeds and spice – the result is a lovely, healthy summery meal you can enjoy for lunch or later.
This healthier version of a shawarma is filled with crispy spiced cauliflower and a zingy salsa for a colourful veg-packed dinner. Add coriander and soya yogurt for freshness and serve with sweet potato fries, if you like.
These vegan pakora burgers are a great way to up your family's veg intake. The patties are packed with spinach, chickpeas, carrots and a dash of garam masala for a little heat. Serve in rolls with a dollop of cooling raita alongside homemade potato wedges.
Feed your family right with this simple, delicious and nutritious turkey meatball traybake recipe. Serve the meatballs and vegetables with torn basil leaves before topping liberally with homemade cucumber yogurt
This chicken noodle salad is great for warm evenings. Make your own bang bang sauce with peanut butter, ginger and soy sauce, and stir into egg noodles. Top with extra chilli flakes if you can handle the heat.
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.
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.
Kickstart al fresco dinners with this colourful lamb and couscous salad recipe packed with fresh Greek flavours and ready in just 15 minutes
These minted lamb burgers are juicy, filling, and ever so slightly fragrant
Made with a spicy curry paste, this indulgent coconut curry is perfect for a cold autumn evening. The Malaysian dish is seasoned with soy sauce, which gives it a wickedly savoury hit, and served with a fresh coconut chutney to balance out the rich flavours