Simple coconut & bean soup

This vegetarian meal in a bowl shows how something delicious can be made from mostly storecupboard ingredients

Griddled leeks with hazelnut dressing

A light, citrussy vegetarian starter – it’s just as good at room temperature if you don’t want to do last-minute griddling

Wholewheat pasta with broccoli & almonds

Brown spaghetti keeps you fuller for longer – team it with healthy greens flavoured with garlic, chilli and lemon

Caramelised onion tart

Top puff pastry with tangy mustard, onions and Parmesan cheese for a light vegetarian lunch or party buffet nibble

Goat’s cheese, herb & lemon patties

Nick Nairn’s vegetarian patties are perfect any time of year – the fresh herbs really liven up the flavour

Vegetarian casserole

A Mediterranean one-pot stew with peppers, courgettes, lentils, sweet smoked paprika and thyme

Pasta with creamy greens & lemon

Try a new topping for your pasta, ready in just 15 minutes

Creamy herb & Parmesan mash

A luxurious twist on the comforting classic

Cheap-as-chips veggie pizza

This quick, budget take on classic spinach and egg 'florentine' pizza uses flatbreads instead of traditional dough

Spinach roulade with Boursin & sundried tomatoes

A stunning centrepiece that is simple to make and sure to tempt vegetarians and meat eaters alike

Spiced vegetable biryani

This simple vegetarian curry, full of fresh Indian flavours, is quick to make and cooks in a single pot

Pan bagnat loaf stuffed with salade nicoise

Mary Cadogan shows you how to make a Provençal speciality that’s the most perfect of picnic foods