Sesame & ginger green beans

This easy side is good for you and full of flavour

Barbecued fennel with black olive dressing

Slice fennel and chargrill it as the base to a salad dressed with Kalamata olives, parsley, basil and garlic

Spring greens with black pepper & crème fraîche

The perfect accompaniment to a hearty roast

Green beans & mushrooms with tangy soy dressing

A dress-ahead tangy sald that retains its good looks

Steak with spiced rice & beans

This Mexican-inspired treat for two is on the table within half an hour

Black bean chilli

This chilli is great for casual entertaining – just lay everything out and let people add their own toppings

White fish with spicy beans and chorizo

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Mop up the juices of this low-fat supper dish with crusty bread

Baked sweet potatoes & beans

A superhealthy supper that’s perfect for a busy weeknight, try making double the beans and freezing for next time

Creamy butter beans with crispy crumbs

This superhealthy side tastes deceptively indulgent

Italian butter beans

This healthy side dish gives Mediterranean flavour to grilled chicken or chops

Chicken noodles with black bean sauce

Stir up a delicious meal in one pot

Black pudding potato cakes with fried eggs & tomato chutney

Savoury black pudding makes these potato cakes moreish, serve for supper or brunch