Perfect Caesar salad

The ultimate New York salad with crunchy croutons, anchovies, crisp gem lettuce and a thick garlicky dressing, this recipe comes from The Breslin's brilliant chef April Bloomfield

Griddled salad jar

This jar salad trend is a keeper! The dressing stays at the bottom of the container, and the leafy greens remain fresh and crisp until you're ready to serve

Steam-fried bao buns (Sheng jian bao)

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This street food dim sum from Beijing is an authentic type of bao bun that puffs up in the pan. You can fill with minced chicken, pork or prawns if you don't want to go veggie

Quick tomato relish

This simple recipe makes one jar of fresh relish, which you can serve with steak or white fish

Thai prawn & lychee salad

This Asian-inspired salad is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. If you can't find fresh lychees, go for fresh sliced mango instead

Steamed pak choi

An easy, low fat Asian side dish. Try serving with our twice-cooked sticky duck

Ajo blanco

Miriam's easy, chilled almond soup makes a refreshing starter and only has 4 ingredients for an authentic Spanish taste

Kale, peach & poppy seed slaw

Try a slaw with a difference: crunchy poppy seeds, fresh ripe peaches and kale make an addictive side

Chilli & avocado salsa sweet potatoes

A fresh, summery vegan recipe that won't break the bank. Get 5 of your 5 a day the easy way

Chestnut mushroom, fennel & bacon fusilli

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Store cupboard ingredients, spices and seasonal veg make this recipe the tastiest way to get 3 of your 5 a day

Peanut butter chicken

The whole family will love this new, budget chicken dish. Any leftovers freeze well and make a handy lunch

Harissa lamb with smoked aubergine & black olive dressing

Perfectly spiced lamb with a smoky, seasonal aubergine and a tasty tapenade