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Lighter lasagne with aubergine pasta
A baked dish of cheesy vegetable lasagne sits in a white, blue-edged dish, topped with melted cheese and black pepper. A serving spoon rests inside, and some grated cheese is visible in a bowl nearby.

Lighter lasagne with aubergine pasta

This low-carb alternative to lasagne is lower in calories but packed with flavour

5 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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Cauliflower cheese monsters
A baked pasta bake topped with melted cheese, decorated with parsley, two radishes, and a slice of red pepper to resemble a smiling face.

Cauliflower cheese monsters

Get creative when cooking with kids by making cheese and pasta monsters

1 ratings
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Courgette and sweetcorn fritters with tomato salsa
A white plate with vegetable fritters topped with a poached egg, served with mixed leaves and a tomato-onion salad. A fork and knife are beside the plate on a pink-striped serviette.

Courgette and sweetcorn fritters with tomato salsa

A simple and versatile vegetarian main

2 ratings
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Spiced apple squares
A wooden tray with several slices of cake or traybake topped with sultanas, lined with greaseproof paper, sits next to a green cup filled with tea. An apple, a mixing bowl, and a jar are in the background.

Spiced apple squares

Spongy cake squares that are great for snacking on the go made with reduced-fat spreads and raisins

2 ratings
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Virgin Mary
Three tall glasses of Bloody Mary cocktails with ice, garnished with celery sticks and lemon wedges, sit on a blue and white striped cloth on a wooden surface.

Virgin Mary

Quench your thirst with this delicious mocktail version of a Bloody Mary, which counts as one of your 5 A DAY

2 ratings
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Turkey chilli con carne
A plate of chilli with kidney beans, minced meat, and vegetables next to a serving of brown rice, garnished with parsley. A side dish of green beans and lettuce sits nearby.

Turkey chilli con carne

Cut down on red meat with this cheaper, healthier chilli con carne recipe, which uses turkey mince

1 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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Coronation chicken
An open-faced sandwich with mixed greens and a creamy chicken salad on wholegrain toast, served on a colourful patterned plate.

Coronation chicken

A delicious twist on a lunchtime classic

3 ratings
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Oatmeal and raisin scones
A plate with two scones topped with cream and sliced strawberries, next to a knife and a yellow cup of tea. Other scones and a bowl of cream are visible in the background.

Oatmeal and raisin scones

Many of us love a scone – and by using wholemeal flour and oats, topped with fresh strawberries, these are a much healthier option

1 ratings
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Soft scrambled eggs with zaatar toast
A speckled plate with creamy scrambled eggs, topped with green herbs and served with two slices of toasted multigrain bread. A fork and knife rest on the plate.

Soft scrambled eggs with zaatar toast

These silky flavoursome eggs offer lots of protein as well as one of your 5 A DAY – perfect if you’re going through cancer treatment

4 ratings
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Spaghetti with trout and spinach in a lemon and dill sauce
Spaghetti with trout and spinach in a lemon and dill sauce recipe

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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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
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Fragrant aubergine and coconut curry
A bowl of brown rice served with a creamy yellow curry containing cubed vegetables, garnished with fresh coriander, with a spoon placed on the side.

Fragrant aubergine and coconut curry

A healthy, celebratory recipe created for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

4 ratings
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Parsnip and lentil salad
A salad with roasted parsnip wedges, green leafy vegetables, lentils, and crumbled cheese on a beige plate, with a fork beside it on a wooden table.

Parsnip and lentil salad

A great way to use up leftover roast vegetables, the fibre and protein-rich lentils also contribute to your 5 A DAY.

2 ratings
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