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Umami broth minestrone
A bowl of pasta soup with herbs, served in a dark bowl on a rustic wooden table, with a spoon nearby and fresh parsley sprinkled on top.

Umami broth minestrone

This warming broth is high in potassium, which is needed for the nervous system to function normally

7 ratings
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Spaghetti bolognese with butternut squash
Spaghetti bolognese with butternut squash

Spaghetti bolognese with butternut squash

Creamy butternut squash is the perfect addition to this much-loved classic

4 ratings
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Marmite pasta with porcini and lemon breadcrumbs
A yellow plate of spaghetti with spinach and grated cheese sits on a rustic wooden table, next to a glass of iced tea with a lemon slice and a yellow serviette. Another plate of pasta is partially visible in the background.

Marmite pasta with porcini and lemon breadcrumbs

This dish is inspired by a Nigella Lawson classic

6 ratings
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Panzanella soup
Two bowls of creamy tomato soup, each garnished with a fresh basil leaf. Three ripe tomatoes and some basil leaves are placed nearby on a light-coloured surface.

Panzanella soup

Packed with veg, this soup is delicious hot or cold!

1 ratings
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Baked apples
Four baked apples with wrinkled skins and dried fruit centres are arranged in a square ceramic baking dish on a wooden surface, with a towel and plates in the background.

Baked apples

A quick and easy pudding that helps you towards 5 A DAY

1 ratings
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Eggs Florentine
A plate with wholegrain toast topped with sautéed spinach and a poached egg with runny yolk, served alongside a bunch of roasted cherry tomatoes.

Eggs Florentine

This version of a classic dish is simple and nutritious

1 ratings
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Peri peri chicken with spicy jollof-style rice
Peri-Peri chicken with spicy jollof-style rice recipe

Peri peri chicken with spicy jollof-style rice

A vibrant, flavourful take on your favourite takeway dish

7 ratings
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Sweet and sour chicken
A metal bowl filled with a colourful stir-fry of tofu, red and green peppers, pineapple, and coriander. Next to it is a bowl of fried rice with vegetables, a spoon, and chopsticks on a wooden surface.

Sweet and sour chicken

A healthier version of a Chinese takeaway favourite providing more than two of your 5 A DAY

2 ratings
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Fish and chips
A serving of breaded fish and thick-cut chips garnished with lemon slices and fresh herbs, presented in a white tray with greaseproof paper. A small bowl of mushy peas sits beside the tray.

Fish and chips

This healthy fish and chips recipe even comes with mushy peas for all the flavour with fewer calories

3 ratings
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Charred sweetcorn salad with a chilli and lime oil
Grilled corn on the cob served on a bed of rocket, fresh basil, and tomato wedges, garnished with pine nuts, on a blue-patterned platter and a yellow plate, set on a blue tablecloth.

Charred sweetcorn salad with a chilli and lime oil

A rollercoaster for the tastebuds

4 ratings
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Berry trifle
A layered trifle in a glass dish with a red jelly base, sponge pieces, yellow custard, whipped cream, blackberries, and chocolate shavings, set on a light surface with festive decorations in the background.

Berry trifle

This alcohol-free feast will become a firm favourite. Satisfy trifle cravings within this low-fat and low-sugar recipe.

2 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

5 ratings
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Mexican chicken salad
A wooden bowl filled with salad containing sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, sweetcorn, kidney beans, shredded lettuce, and two lime halves. A fork and knife rest at the side. Small bowls of dressing and chopped vegetables are nearby.

Mexican chicken salad

A taste of Mexico in a bowl

2 ratings
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Cheesy houmous pitta
A wholemeal pitta stuffed with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, grated cheese, and houmous sits on a wooden chopping board with a green potted plant in the background.

Cheesy houmous pitta

A super-tasty, meat-free lunchtime snack

2 ratings
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Secret-ingredient guacamole
A bowl of guacamole garnished with coriander sits on a plate with lemon and lime wedges, pitta bread, and other colourful dips in the background.

Secret-ingredient guacamole

Bulk out traditional guacamole with peas adding sweetness and flavour and lowering the calories of this dip!

2 ratings
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