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Chicken chow mein
A bowl of stir-fried noodles with chicken, broccoli, red pepper, carrots, and leafy greens, served with chopsticks. A smaller bowl and a cup of soy sauce are beside the main bowl.

Chicken chow mein

We love this simple, tasty, Asian-inspired meal that takes no time at all to get on the table

8 ratings
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Lemon, basil and mint pesto pasta
Two plates of orecchiette pasta tossed with green pesto sauce and rocket leaves are set on a light blue, rustic wooden surface. A fork rests on one of the plates.

Lemon, basil and mint pesto pasta

A tangy, delicious and flavourful dish! And the wholemeal pasta provides you with a great source of fibre

9 ratings
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Easy vegetarian lasagne
Easy vegetarian lasagne recipe

Easy vegetarian lasagne

Get ready to make veggie lasagne with your family! It’s filled with tasty ingredients and a great way to enjoy a healthier version of lasagne

2 ratings
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Sticky chicken kebabs
Two skewers with grilled chicken, green pepper, and cherry tomatoes are served on a bed of mixed leaves, garnished with lemon halves, with pitta bread on the side.

Sticky chicken kebabs

These versatile kebabs go with couscous, pitta bread or rice, and make a delicious supper for all the family.

1 ratings
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Lemon and pea couscous with halloumi
Lemon, pea, tomato and halloumi couscous

Lemon and pea couscous with halloumi

A delicious high-protein and low-fat portable lunch that’s perfect hot or cold. Easy to pack and full of flavour, and counts as one of your 5 A DAY.

4 ratings
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Vegan sausage rolls
Mini vegan sausage rolls cut in halves are arranged on a wooden board lined with greaseproof paper. Bowls of ketchup and mustard for dipping are nearby, with a glass of water and a spoon in the background.

Vegan sausage rolls

This recipe uses vegan filo pastry and we’ve swapped out the pork for nutritious lentils and mushrooms

5 ratings
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Apple, sage and onion quinoa stuffing
A rectangular ceramic dish filled with baked quinoa stuffing, topped with a sprig of fresh sage, and a spoon resting inside. The dish sits on a wooden tray with garlic cloves nearby.

Apple, sage and onion quinoa stuffing

A healthy vegetarian version of traditional stuffing

7 ratings
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Rustic Italian pasta and bean soup
A bowl of vegetable soup with pasta, white beans, carrots, spinach, and tomatoes sits on a wooden table. A spoon is in the bowl, and grated cheese is visible in a small dish nearby.

Rustic Italian pasta and bean soup

This chunky soup brings together the best of Mediterranean flavours and is a healthy winter warmer.

5 ratings
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Roast parsnip soup
A bowl of creamy yellow soup garnished with fresh parsley, served with slices of rustic seeded bread. A spoon rests in the bowl, and a grey serviette is visible to the side.

Roast parsnip soup

Our easy soup recipe uses roasted parsnips to provide extra natural sweetness.

1 ratings
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Curried tomatoes on toast
A slice of toasted bread topped with colourful cherry tomatoes and greens, cut into three pieces on a pink plate with a knife. An orange serviette and a glass with orange liquid are nearby on a light wooden surface.

Curried tomatoes on toast

Tomatoes are naturally rich in a compound called lycopene; it’s what gives them their red colour

3 ratings
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Spiced banana rice pudding
Spiced banana rice pudding

Spiced banana rice pudding

Give this classic dessert a tropical twist and boost your fruit intake with this healthy sweet treat

1 ratings
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Spicy chicken and rice
A bowl of salad with grilled chicken strips on top, green beans, peas, barley, and cherry tomato pieces, placed on a light blue wooden table next to a bowl of spinach salad and a bowl of cucumber yoghurt dip.

Spicy chicken and rice

A fantastic spicy chicken meal that’s brimming with 5 A DAY goodness and pairs perfectly with the mint raita

2 ratings
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Caramelised mango, chilli and lime
Two white speckled bowls filled with creamy yoghurt, topped with golden-brown roasted fruit pieces, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of cinnamon, set on a textured blue surface.

Caramelised mango, chilli and lime

Served with cinnamon yoghurt, try this fantastic fusion of sweet and sharp flavours

2 ratings
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Spaghetti with salmon and spinach

Spaghetti with salmon and spinach

This quick and healthy pasta dish, inspired by Swedish gravlax, is a tasty way to eat more oily fish

2 ratings
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Tofu tacos
Tofu tacos recipe

Tofu tacos

This high-protein and high-fibre meal features tofu, a protein-rich soy product that is good for your health

3 ratings
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