Chicken casserole with herby dumplings

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bypass the suet and make lighter dumplings for this family-friendly one-pot stew

Roasted harissa vegetables with kale & ginger pilaf

Oven bake butternut squash, peppers and onions in North African spice then serve with superhealthy greens and basmati rice

Broad bean, barley & mint salad

These little green beans go really well with grains like pearl barley – for a light touch, serve cold with goat’s cheese, mint and nuts

As-you-like-it chopped salad

Please everyone with a mixed platter of cucumber, beetroot, radish, carrot, sweetcorn, avocado and onion

Potato & smoked trout salad with mustard dressing

A light smoked fish salad with dill, capers and watercress in a tangy vinaigrette, use mackerel instead of trout if you like

Aubergine & goat’s cheese salad with mint-chilli dressing

Packed with punchy flavours, this vegetarian main course salad contrasts earthy goat’s cheese with tangy dressing and roasted vegetables

Rice noodle & turkey salad with lime-chilli dressing

Lean turkey mince is low in fat – serve with noodles, vegetables, herbs and a Vietnamese-style vinaigrette for a low-calorie lunch

Chilli beef with broccoli & oyster sauce

Marinate a cheaper cut like rump steak to tenderise the meat then stir fry with vegetables and rich Chinese flavours

Japanese noodles with sesame dressing

Soba noodles keep you fuller for longer – serve with sugar snap peas, peppers, cucumber and a tahini sauce for a nutrient-packed supper

Dill scones with smoked salmon & cucumber relish

Savoury scones are a great alternative to burger buns or bagels

Potato curry with lime & cucumber raita

This colourful Indian dish with a refreshing yoghurt sauce is great for vegetarians, or try serving to meat eaters with lightly spiced lamb

Spiced & iced Christmas trees

The whole family will enjoy making these cute and Christmassy gingerbread treats