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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
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Quick pasta with tuna and sweetcorn
A white bowl filled with colourful pasta salad, featuring fusilli, tuna, tomato slices, sweetcorn, green beans, and fresh basil leaves, on a wooden table with a blurred basil bunch and plate in the background.

Quick pasta with tuna and sweetcorn

Create an incredibly satisfying dinner with just a few store cupboard staples

1 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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Miso chicken wraps with pickled cucumber tzatziki
Three flatbreads topped with grilled chicken, sliced gherkins, onions, cucumber yoghurt sauce, and fresh mint leaves are arranged on a light wooden surface.

Miso chicken wraps with pickled cucumber tzatziki

This recipe is high in protein and a good source of phosphorus, zinc and iron. Perfect for those going through treatment

16 ratings
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Pasta with easy green sauce
A plate of fusilli pasta coated in green pesto sauce is served on a beige serviette with a yellow-handled fork, all set on a light wooden surface.

Pasta with easy green sauce

Although delicious, a classic pesto doesn’t contain a portion of your 5 A DAY, but this recipe does. It’s full of protein too so it’s great for growing children

3 ratings
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Strawberry granita
A glass dessert dish filled with red berry granita, garnished with fresh raspberries, blackberries, and a sprig of mint, sits on a striped cloth beside a small spoon. Another serving is visible in the background.

Strawberry granita

Cool off with this elegant lighter alternative to ice cream

2 ratings
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Haddock and bean chowder
A bowl of creamy fish chowder with sweetcorn, beans, potato chunks, celery, and herbs, served in a light blue bowl on a grey surface.

Haddock and bean chowder

This healthier version skips on the cream but is still delicious

2 ratings
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Tutti frutti sundae
Two tall glasses filled with colourful mixed fruit salad, topped with a dollop of yoghurt being spooned on, garnished with a strawberry and orange slice, set against a bright yellow background.

Tutti frutti sundae

Healthy tutti frutti made with yoghurt not ice cream, with 2 of your 5 A DAY. Plus it’s quick and easy to make

1 ratings
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Banana and peanut butter flapjacks
A stone plate filled with homemade granola bars sits on a grey table. Two glass bottles of milk and a white jug are in the background. A butter knife rests on a folded grey serviette beside the plate.

Banana and peanut butter flapjacks

A tempting snack that’s easy to nibble on and rich in calories

43 ratings
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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
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Sardine salad with roast cauliflower
Two cooked whole fish served on a bed of fresh spinach leaves, roasted yellow pepper, and cauliflower florets, garnished with chopped herbs on a white plate.

Sardine salad with roast cauliflower

Enjoy the flavours of the Mediterranean with this fish salad

2 ratings
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Hunter’s chicken casserole
A green saucepan filled with vegetable soup, featuring chunks of courgette, carrots, tomatoes, and other vegetables in a tomato-based broth, with a ladle resting inside. A striped tea towel and leafy greens are nearby.

Hunter’s chicken casserole

A long walk will work up an appetite for this healthy casserole

4 ratings
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Raspberry choc mini muffins
A close-up of freshly baked muffins on a wire cooling rack, with more muffins in a tray and a glass bowl of strawberries in the background. A red cloth adds a pop of colour to the scene.

Raspberry choc mini muffins

Our healthy chocolate muffins with less fat and sugar than store-bought muffins are sure to impress your tea party guests

2 ratings
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Salmon and cucumber terrine
A round mound of creamy dip topped with overlapping cucumber slices and fresh dill, with a wedge cut out to reveal the inside. Served with lemon wedges and greens on a plate.

Salmon and cucumber terrine

A stylish and easy to make festive starter, made with a salmon fillet, cream cheese and cucumber ribbons

1 ratings
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Basil and mushroom cannelloni with harissa ricotta
A blue plate with a serving of vegetable lasagne garnished with fresh basil leaves, placed next to a fork and knife. A baking dish of more lasagne and an orange serviette are in the background.

Basil and mushroom cannelloni with harissa ricotta

Cavolo nero is full of nutrients such as vitamins A and C, B-vitamins such as folate, and vitamin K

4 ratings
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