No-knead beginner’s loaf

This easy Italian-inspired bread is designed to fit into the working week – enjoy as a simple snack dipped into balsamic vinegar and olive oil

Quick kimchi

This Korean classic is made by fermenting cabbage and carrots in a tangy, spicy sauce – try this speedy version for a tasty side dish

Lighter chicken cacciatore

The classic Italian ‘hunter’s stew’ gets a healthy makeover, with low-fat chicken breasts, prosciutto and a rich herby tomato sauce

Charred Baby Gem, watercress & bacon salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Lightly char lettuce leaves with a blowtorch and drizzle with lemon dressing for an unusual side dish that pairs perfectly with fish pie

Cabbage & red rice salad with tahini dressing

This Middle Eastern inspired vegetarian side dish is full of contrasting textures – ideal paired with griddled prawns, chicken, fish or halloumi

Potato & spring onion breakfast pancakes

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This Irish-inspired breakfast, brunch or alternative side dish is based on ‘boxty’, or potato cakes

Cabbage steaks with apple, goat’s cheese & pecans

Slabs of roasted cabbage make a delicious base for this vegetarian dish, perfect as a light main course or side

Spinach rice

Cook baby spinach with the rice to bring out the colour in this vegetarian side dish – perfect as part of a Greek Easter lunch

Lighter cauliflower cheese

Makeover this classic side dish with some clever swaps to reduce the fat and calories, while keeping the flavour rich and creamy

Soused red cabbage

Pickle thinly sliced red cabbage with cider vinegar, bay leaves and rosemary for a tangy side dish – perfect with lamb or duck

Roasted balsamic cauliflower

Roast florets of cauliflower with chilli and garlic for a healthy vegetarian side dish

Spinach salad with sesame dressing

A nutrient-rich vegetable side dish with Asian flavours like miso, sesame seeds and yuzu or lime juice