Weeknight cooking needn't be stressful when you're low on time. From burgers and big bowls of pasta, to frittatas and fajitas, we've got tons of simple, speedy recipes. Find plenty of inspiration for even more easy family meal recipes!
These chicken meatballs are rolled with lots of herbs, courgette and feta, and served on a bed of zingy orzo with a dollop of tzatziki on the side. It’s bursting with spring flavours!
Making ramen at home doesn't need to be complicated. This easy ramen recipe is ready in just 20 mins, with tender beef steaks simmered in a quick fragrant broth with noodles and sugarsnaps.
This colourful bowlful is packed with veggies, ginger and chilli - perfect for the cold winter months. Top with a soft-boiled egg and tuck in!
We’ve given carbonara a beansy makeover in this quick and easy recipe. Tender butter beans are coated in the same cheesy egg sauce and served with crispy bacon crumbs for a delicious twist on the Italian classic.
Packed with the Asian flavours of soy sauce, five-spice and ginger, this warming ramen is brimming with succulent chicken and seasonal mushrooms, making for a delicious autumnal dish. What's more, it's ready in under 30 minutes!
Try our vegetarian version of this classic Japanese dish with our easy mushroom ramen recipe that's ready in just 30 minutes.
Transform your Christmas turkey leftovers into this super-tasty, flavour-packed ramen. Topped with quick pickled carrots and fried eggs, this comforting and nourishing broth is ideal for those chilly evenings between Christmas and New Year.
Chef Romy Gill MBE shares her delicious chole (chickpea) recipe for Vaisakhi that's the perfect balance of spices and creaminess.
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!
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!
These tasty tacos make a great midweek meal or weekend fakeaway – you can serve them up in just 30 minutes! Pork mince makes a nice change from beef, with garlic, red onion and fajita seasoning bringing bold flavour. Whizz up a quick tomato salsa and let everyone tuck in!
Cheat your way to a homemade chicken pie with this clever recipe using shortcrust pastry mix and a tin of chicken soup. Bacon adds a lovely smoky flavour, while leeks and fresh greens add a pop of spring colour. This is a great hearty family meal, whatever the weather!
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!
Inspired by the French classic tuna Niçoise, this bold and bright salad features smoked mackerel, which adds a lovely rich, aromatic quality. We've still included most of the ingredients of the much-loved Niçoise salad, including a quick and delicious dressing. Throw together in 25 minutes for a super-fresh springtime meal!
This Brazilian-style fish stew is loaded with flavour and is a delicious way to enjoy basa fillets. On the table in 25 minutes, it's ideal for a quick midweek meal when you're craving big flavours but don't have much time to cook.
If you're looking for a new mussels recipe, give this Indian-inspired dish a go. The sauce is rich, creamy and warmly spiced, yet it's quick to prep and budget-friendly too. If you love seafood, we think this is the perfect dine-in recipe for two.
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.
Smash burgers are a trend here to stay, and our smash burger recipe features lamb mince for a thin and crispy finish with a juicy middle. Whipped feta, lemon and fresh mint give Greek vibes, while the brioche buns add a touch of sweetness. This fab fusion burger is a must-try!
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.
We've swapped spinach for fresh greens in this vibrant paneer curry. Packed with warming, fragrant spices, it tastes like it's been simmering for hours but it's on the table in half an hour – our new favourite fakeaway!
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!
This pretty galette is a feast for the eyes as well as being totally delicious! Brimming with fresh spring flavours, it's simple to make using readymade pastry and the herby, lemony courgettes and soya beans pair beautifully with the creamy ricotta. What's more, you'll have leftover marinated courgette mix for our pasta salad – see recipe, below.
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
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.
For a hearty vegetarian dinner idea, try this halloumi and vegetable traybake recipe. This easy one-dish recipe combines creamy green lentils, caramelised Mediterranean veg and melting cheese for a simple speedy meal.
We've give the viral feta traybake a seasonal twist for spring! Bake asparagus, courgettes and peas with creamy feta and gnocchi all in on tray. Top with a drizzle of hot honey on top if you like a bit of spice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this flavourful dish is perfect for a speedy spring meal.
Ready in just 30 minutes, this flavourful fish curry recipe is an easy leftover salmon idea. The flaky fish joins spinach in a creamy coconut sauce spiced with curry powder, turmeric and chilli. Serve with basmati rice, a scattering of coriander and lime wedges to squeeze over.
This is the ultimate umami-packed dinner, made even easier (and tastier) with Tesco Finest exotic mushrooms. Crispy, golden rice topped with glossy miso-coated mushrooms gives you all the rich, savoury flavours you want without any fuss. Perfect for a cosy weeknight or impressing friends without spending hours in the kitchen!
This creamy leek pasta is all about cosy vibes and cheesy goodness. Tesco Finest Gruyère makes it super melty and indulgent, while a sprinkle of Tesco Finest Parmigiano Reggiano adds that perfect salty, nutty hit.
This coconut chicken soup is proper tasty and super easy to throw together. Creamy, a bit spicy and packed with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lime, it’s the kind of bowl you just want to dive into. Serve it over rice, pile on the beansprouts and herbs, and you’ve got yourself a quick, flavour-packed dinner that hits all the right notes.