Big barbecue chicken kebab

Barbecuing for more than four people? Prepare a large chicken kebab to carve, then the cooking is done in one go – and you can enjoy the party

Chorizo & chickpea summer stew

Combine tomatoes, chickpeas, red peppers and spinach with chorizo and smoked paprika to make this nutrient-packed family stew, rich in vitamin C and fibre

Maple & chilli-glazed leg of lamb

Make a lovely maple and chilli glaze to brush over a leg of lamb, ready for barbecuing – a great choice when you haven’t got time for marinating

Choleh bhature ‘naan’

Enjoy a tasty Punjabi dish of spiced chickpeas served with bhature – here they are dry-fried making it more of a naan, and paired with raita and a kachumber salad

Pulled BBQ aubergine & black bean burgers

Get the kids to help you prep the veg for these family-friendly burgers. These veggie buns have all the comforting textures of meat but are completely vegan

Cajun chicken traybake with sweet potato wedges & chive dip

Sweet potatoes are never as crispy as regular potatoes, but they do add to your 5-a-day. We’ve used kefir in this recipe for its rich contribution of beneficial gut bacteria

Barbecued broccoli, cauliflower & halloumi

Fire up the barbecue to make our broccoli, cauliflower and halloumi and couscous dish. It’s an easy summertime supper suitable for the whole family

Feta cakes with Greek salad

Bring a little summer sunshine to your kitchen with these potato feta cakes served with a Greek salad. The herbs add plenty of flavour and valuable nutrients, like vitamin C and iron

Black bean burger

Make some healthy, hearty vegan burgers layered with avocado and served with a fresh crunchy carrot and cucumber salad alongside. They’re full of goodness

Classic homemade coleslaw

Forget shop-bought versions and make a homemade slaw. It’s an ideal side dish for barbecues or to serve with burgers, salads, sandwiches and more

Spinach with chickpeas, pine nuts & raisins

Enjoy this simple spinach side dish with Spanish-style chicken dishes. Toasted almonds work well, too

Smoked brisket

Fire up the smoker for this flavourful slow-cooked brisket. Serve on a board with charred greens and salsa rossa so everyone can help themselves