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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…

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

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Chicken satay skewers
Grilled chicken skewers on a plate with lime wedges, fresh coriander, and a bowl of creamy peanut sauce. A spoon rests in the sauce, and the scene is bright and appetising.

Chicken satay skewers

A family favourite, this East Asian-inspired recipe is low in salt and sugar

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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

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Black bean soup
A bowl of black bean soup garnished with chopped red onion, coriander, a slice of lime, and red chilli, served with lime wedges and pieces of flatbread on a blue plate.

Black bean soup

Our bean soup recipe is a healthier twist on Tex-Mex refried beans

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Chocolate and avocado brownies
Chocolate and avocado brownie

Chocolate and avocado brownies

Dark fudgy brownies to enjoy at home or on the go

9 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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Turkey Pilaf
A pan of mixed rice with roast turkey, Brussels sprouts, carrots, parsnips, and dark dried fruit, stirred with a wooden spoon. The dish sits on a festive table with salad, pine cones, and holiday decor nearby.

Turkey Pilaf

Put a spicy spin on your festive leftovers to create a simple yet unforgettable dish.

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Baked peaches with an oat topping
A brown bowl with two baked peach halves topped with oat crumble and a dollop of cream, garnished with mint leaves. A spoon and a cup of frothy beverage are nearby on a striped cloth.

Baked peaches with an oat topping

A tasty, healthy dessert that will satisfy the sweetest tooth

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Caribbean pepperpot with tofu
A teal bowl filled with brown rice and a colourful mix of chopped vegetables, including squash, carrots, and okra, sits on a light wooden table with a spoon in the bowl. Other bowls are partially visible nearby.

Caribbean pepperpot with tofu

If you’ve never cooked with okra before, give this a try. Either frozen or fresh works well.

3 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

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Butternut squash, chickpea & spinach curry
A white bowl filled with a colourful chickpea, spinach, and vegetable stew garnished with coriander, with a bowl of rice blurred in the background.

Butternut squash, chickpea & spinach curry

This comforting butternut squash and chickpea curry is ready in half an hour and makes a great mid-week meal.

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Chinese-style tofu in lettuce wraps
A wooden plate with lettuce leaves filled with diced tofu, red peppers, and sliced spring onions arranged in a circular pattern on a striped cloth.

Chinese-style tofu in lettuce wraps

Bring the flavours of East Asia to your outdoor celebration

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Fry-less fry-up
A breakfast plate with scrambled eggs, sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, grilled tomato halves, a sausage patty, and two slices of toasted bread on a woven placemat. Knife and fork are placed beside the plate.

Fry-less fry-up

Treat yourself to this healthier alternative to the traditional fry-up

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Houmous and beetroot salsa wraps
Wholemeal wraps filled with leafy greens, diced beetroot, and a creamy spread, sliced in half and arranged on a wooden board, with a soft-focus green background and chequered tablecloth.

Houmous and beetroot salsa wraps

These vegan wraps can be made in minutes and are perfect for a lunchbox or an alfresco gathering

2 ratings
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Salmon pasta bake
Baked pasta bake in a white dish, topped with golden breadcrumbs and grated cheese. A serving spoon rests in the dish, and part of the bake has been served, revealing pasta and tomato sauce.

Salmon pasta bake

A simple pasta bake with the added bonus of omega-3

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