Crushed pea & mint dip with carrot sticks

A simple dip recipe that's low in fat and gluten-free. Refreshing mint and smooth ricotta make this a delectable veggie snack

Spice-crusted aubergines & peppers with pilaf

This recipe is laden with tasty goodness, it's low fat, low calorie, rich in folate, fibre, vitamin C and iron, plus it's a delicious meat-free main course that's 3 of your 5-a-day – what's not to love? 

Warm pearl barley & roasted carrot salad with dill vinaigrette

This salad combines sweet carrots with the liquorice bite of a slightly acidic dressing and creamy blue cheese – a simple lunch or side dish

Chewy no-bake cereal bars

These nutritious bars are a brilliant post-workout snack. They're gluten-free and easy to prepare with no baking involved

Salmon sushi salad

A light lunch or dinner, this salmon salad is a homemade version of your favourite sushi platter, with edamame beans, avocado and pomegranate seeds

Smoked salmon, cucumber, capers & soda bread

A crowd-pleasing, help-yourself starter. Take the bread out of the oven an hour before lunch and it'll still be warm when it hits the table

Cornbread

You can prepare this cornbread ahead of time for a stree free brunch to have on the table in minutes. Top with devilled eggs and avocado or chilli con carne for a hearty lunch

Gluten-free Yorkshire puddings

The perfect vehicle for gravy and roasted goodies: the Yorkshire pudding – this version is gluten-free but never fear, you still get that characteristic puff and golden colour

Vegan cashew cream cheese

Nothing beats a herby cream cheese. Have this dairy-free spread on toast or stir it into a pasta dish, our vegan version is easy to make and there's no cooking involved

Maple spiced parsnips

Take your standard veggie side dish to the next level by tossing parsnips in maple syrup, cumin and turmeric – a great accompaniment to Sunday lunch

Roasted spiced cauliflower

Roasting cauliflower kicks the flavour up a notch, with sweet pomegranate seeds and earthy tahini, served in warmed pitta bread

Roasted cauliflower tabbouleh

A simple, low-calorie, grain-free meal with roasted cauliflower, punchy feta and sweet pomegranate seeds that can be prepared in advance – ideal for supper and packed lunch the next day