Spiced parsnip & cauliflower soup

Batch cook this healthy vegetable soup then pack into lunchboxes and freeze – it's spiced with coriander, fennel, turmeric and ginger

Halloumi stuffed peppers

Full of wonderful flavours and textures, these vegetarian stuffed peppers make a great supper or dinner party starter

Beet & caramelised onion tart

A great make-ahead vegetarian main that is much easier than it looks, from Trill Farm in Devon

Summery mushroom & truffled herb salad

A drizzle of truffle oil turns mushrooms on toast into an elegant starter, says associate food editor Barney Desmazery

Paneer with broccoli & sesame

Serve this vegetarian dish made with Indian cheese, paneer, as part of a curry night or with rice as a midweek supper

Garlic & basil ciabatta

Perfect as a starter or as a side dish for a dinner party

Crispy Greek-style pie

A crispy pie that you can adapt for your needs, add chicken or keep it veggie. A good fail-safe for your repertoire

Baked cheese with herbs

An instant gourmet cheese dip – ridiculously simple and ready in just 20 minutes. Leave out the herbs if you like, it'll still taste great

Feta stuffed roasty onions

These stuffed onions make an excellent vegetarian main course

Tomato & basil granita

An unusual and delicious dinner party starter