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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

8 ratings

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

Spaghetti with trout and spinach in a lemon and dill sauce

This recipe includes one of your recommended portions of oily fish each week, as well as having a delicious citrus twist

1 ratings

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Salsa verde cod tray bake

Easy to prepare, easy to love, and packed with nutrients, this recipe is designed by a nutritionist for people living with or beyond cancer

5 ratings

Mediterranean one-pan chicken

A bowl of cooked chicken pieces with colourful vegetables, including courgette, tomatoes, and olives, garnished with herbs. A slice of bread and a bowl of black olives are in the background.

Mediterranean one-pan chicken

A Mediterranean diet can help to reduce your risk of weight gain, so try this summery dish

3 ratings

Tomato and tarragon puff pastry tart

A rectangular baking tray pizza topped with melted cheese, red and yellow cherry tomato slices, charred edges, and fresh rocket on a rustic blue surface.

Tomato and tarragon puff pastry tart

Served with pomegranate molasses for a refreshing fruity crunch

2 ratings

Gingerbread muffins

A grey muffin tin holds freshly baked brown muffins, with a few muffins placed on a beige cloth beside it on a wooden surface.

Gingerbread muffins

Our healthy gingerbread muffins recipe is the perfect way to sneak some extra veg into your day this Christmas!

22 ratings

Pizza salad

A salad bowl with chopped greens, tomatoes, black olives, roasted vegetables, grated cheese, and a small bowl of dressing. Three triangular slices of cheesy flatbread are on top, with a hand holding one slice.

Pizza salad

Rhiannon has shared her delicious pizza salad with you to inspire you to make your own pizza. Many ready-made pizzas fall under ultra-processed category

1 ratings

Easy tomato chutney

A wooden platter with carrot sticks, cucumber sticks, lettuce leaves, pitta bread, and a bowl of chunky salsa topped with coriander, with a small bowl of chopped herbs on the side.

Easy tomato chutney

Tasty dip for vegetable sticks, chapatis or pitta bread

3 ratings

Kedgeree

A bowl of rice mixed with garden peas and flaked fish, topped with two halves of a soft-boiled egg. A fork and knife rest beside the bowl on a wooden table with a striped serviette nearby.

Kedgeree

A healthy version of a classic brunch that still packs a spicy punch

2 ratings

Low-fat granola

This homemade granola makes a great topping for low-fat yoghurt and is a great way to control the sugar

1 ratings

Banana and date muffins

Six golden-brown muffins in paper cases sit on a cooling rack. Nearby are a wooden spoon dusted with flour, a ripe banana, and a small bowl of dates on a rustic wooden table.

Banana and date muffins

The perfect grab-and-go snack that’s lower in calories than many shop-bought alternatives

19 ratings

Banana and blackberry baked oats

Packed with blackberries and high-fibre oats, this dessert can be made in the oven or microwave

6 ratings

Roast chicken with vegetables

A roasted whole chicken garnished with herbs, surrounded by carrots and onions on a platter. A bowl of potatoes and a small gravy jug are in the background.

Roast chicken with vegetables

This herby roast chicken makes a brilliant festive lunch. Any leftover chicken or vegetables can be used for healthy lunches during the week

1 ratings

Herby fish with a parmesan crumb

White fish is a good source of vitamin B12, high in protein and low in saturated fat, which makes it a healthier alternative to red and processed meat

1 ratings

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