Aubergine fattah

Make this Middle Eastern classic for sharing – layer meat or veg with crisp flatbreads and a yogurt sauce before garnishing with pomegranate seeds

Creamy chicken & rice soup

Make two meals in one: rustle up our creamy garlic chicken and polenta dinner then reinvent the leftovers to make this easy chicken and rice soup

Chicken & beetroot lentil salad

Make two meals in one: rustle up our creamy garlic chicken and polenta dinner then reinvent the leftovers to make this vibrant beetroot salad with lentils

Air fryer harissa sausage & veg traybake

Make this sausage and veg traybake in the air fryer for a budget-friendly dinner. It only take 15 minutes of prep so makes a perfect midweek meal

Dolma (yalancı dolma)

Enjoy a meat-free version of stuffed vine leaves, with tomatoes and onions. Once you’ve got the knack of the recipe, try experimenting with other fillings

Super-green curry with quinoa rice

I’ve used chickpeas in this, but the curry base is adaptable; just add your choice of protein. A squeeze of lemon adds vitamin C to aid iron absorption and mixing quinoa with rice increases your intake of high-fibre wholegrains and protein.

Harissa chicken with bulgur wheat

Bulgur is easy to cook and a great alternative to refined grains. It’s high in fibre and nutrient-rich, so good for your gut, digestion and heart health. Serve it with stews, or use it in salads or as a nutritious alternative to rice. This recipe is a favourite with my kids!

Next level veg chilli

Elevate your chilli game with this hearty vegan recipe packed with smoky sweetness and spice. Serve with tortilla chips and guacamole or cooked rice

Sticky air fryer salmon rice bowl

Air fry salmon pieces in a sauce made with soy, honey, ginger and sriracha, then serve over brown rice and top with fresh pickled vegetables for a quick and easy midweek meal

No-waste peanut & squash curry

Turn leftover squash – and the seeds – into a rich curry thickened with coconut milk and peanut butter. It’s a flavourful, eco-friendly meal that only needs 15 mins prep

Crispy pork massaman ramen

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Cook a quick and easy ramen with fragrant coconut and spiced pork. It takes just over half an hour – ideal for a flavour-packed midweek meal

Berry crumble with chocolate sauce & custard

Put a chocolatey twist on a classic fruit crumble with this recipe from Bake Off 2023 winner Matty Edgell – a great way to round off a weekend meal