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Summer sizzles

BBQs are in full swing for the summer. But it can be hard to come up with new, healthy ideas. Let us help…

Beetroot and mint dip
A bowl of bright pink beetroot houmous garnished with herbs, surrounded by pitta bread, lemon, green vegetables, and bowls of guacamole and salsa.

Beetroot and mint dip

A great alternative to houmous

7 ratings
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Monkfish tikka kebabs
Two skewers with grilled marinated chicken pieces and green pepper chunks on a blue plate, served with two lime wedges. A bowl of orange dipping sauce is blurred in the background.

Monkfish tikka kebabs

These flavoursome fish kebabs are great when entertaining friends; simple ingredients transformed with a shake of spice

2 ratings
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Turkey and courgette burgers
Two grilled chicken burgers with lettuce, tomato, and tzatziki sauce are served on wholemeal buns, garnished with fresh mint, and placed on a wooden board with lemon wedges and extra sauce on the side.

Turkey and courgette burgers

Using lean turkey mince is a great, healthier alternative to red meat – and the lemon zest and juice add a freshness to a usually heavy BBQ meal

3 ratings
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Crowned turkey roast with all the trimmings
A roasted turkey garnished with orange slices and herbs sits on a plate, surrounded by mashed potato, gravy, cranberries, roast potatoes, carrots, and Christmas decorations.

Crowned turkey roast with all the trimmings

Enjoy this healthier Christmas lunch with family and friends

3 ratings
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Roast squash and kale tartlets
Four filo pastry cups filled with roasted vegetables, leafy greens, and cheese are arranged on a dark speckled plate, garnished with fresh herbs.

Roast squash and kale tartlets

Delicious vegetable and cheese morsels wrapped up in a pastry shell

2 ratings
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Italian chicken parcel
A foil packet with a seasoned chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and sweet potato rounds, ready to be cooked or served, placed on a red cloth.

Italian chicken parcel

Save on the washing up with this Italian-inspired meal for one

1 ratings
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Black bean falafel
A pitta sandwich filled with falafel balls, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cucumber slices sits on a wooden board. A bowl of extra diced tomatoes is in the background.

Black bean falafel

A healthy vegan lunch inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine

5 ratings
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Thai veggie curry
A bowl of brown rice topped with colourful sautéed vegetables, including red and green peppers, carrots, aubergine, and broccoli, on a light wooden table with a fork beside the bowl.

Thai veggie curry

Enjoy a deliciously fragrant Thai curry with fewer calories

10 ratings
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Overnight mixed bean salad with orzo
Orzo and bean salad

Overnight mixed bean salad with orzo

A simple but tasty salad which is quick to prepare and suitable for work or school lunches. Great for making the night before.

5 ratings
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Baked sweet potato with smoky chickpeas
A baked sweet potato topped with chickpeas, spinach, tomato sauce, and a dollop of soured cream, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a grey plate.

Baked sweet potato with smoky chickpeas

Pulses, such as the chickpeas in this recipe, are a great source of fibre and count towards your 5 A DAY, too

6 ratings
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Chimichurri
A bowl of chimichurri sauce with a spoon, surrounded by fresh parsley, red chilli slices, garlic, and a bottle of olive oil on a wooden chopping board.

Chimichurri

Chimichurri is a South American sauce or dip, great for serving with grilled food

1 ratings
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Mediterranean spaghetti
A light blue bowl with cooked spaghetti on one side, topped with a colourful vegetable and kidney bean tomato sauce featuring courgette, carrots, and red pepper, garnished with fresh herbs.

Mediterranean spaghetti

A vegetarian pasta dish with kidney beans and Mediterranean vegetables

1 ratings
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Wholemeal bread and butter pudding
A dish of bread and butter pudding with golden, baked slices of bread and sultanas, partially served, sits on a wooden board next to a small bowl and blue cloth.

Wholemeal bread and butter pudding

Bursting with dried fruit, this fibre-rich dish is a comforting dessert perfect for those living with cancer

2 ratings
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Maple brulee pears with coconut yoghurt
Roasted pears in a roasting dish with caramelised edges, served in bowls of creamy custard and garnished with currants and herbs, all set on a yellow and white tablecloth.

Maple brulee pears with coconut yoghurt

A healthier alternative to your typical crème brûlée, this sweet treat offers one of your 5 A DAY and tastes great.

2 ratings
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Mackerel and sweetcorn pasta
A bowl of rotini pasta mixed with sweetcorn, diced courgette, tomatoes, and pieces of chicken, served on a light wooden table with another bowl and a glass of iced drink in the background.

Mackerel and sweetcorn pasta

Not only is this is a budget-busting recipe, but it’s highly adaptable depending on what you have in your store cupboard

3 ratings
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