Asian chicken salad

This easy-to-prepare salad is filled with zingy flavours – the simplified version is great for kids’ lunchboxes too

Cornbread muffins

These savoury snacks are brilliant for picnics and lunchboxes – plus they can be frozen ahead

Fab sandwich fillers

These sandwich ideas are great for a school packed lunch and they’re so tasty, you’ll be taking them to work for your lunch, too

Fruit & spice soda bread

A traditional Irish loaf that uses bicarbonate of soda instead of yeast – this version is sweetly spiced with fruit and oats

Speedy meatball stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Serve beef meatballs in a tomato casserole with garlic and rosemary and eat with pasta or crusty bread

Tortellini with pesto & broccoli

A speedy pasta salad with Mediterranean flavours – perfect for packed lunches

Smashed bean dip

Dip vegetable crudités into this low-fat, moreish dip for a superhealthy snack fix

Superfood pasta salad

This tasty superfood pasta is packed with crunch and flavour

Cheesy spinach bake

Add some glamour to your lunchbox with this smart vegetarian recipe

Favourite pasta salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A low-fat, zesty salad, perfect for a summer lunchbox – vary with your favourite ingredients