Bolognese risotto
It sounds a little out there but merging two classic Italian dishes tastes amazing and it uses up a lot of pantry staples, too. Grating...
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Healthy meatloaf
A healthier spin on a family favourite. Instead of using sausage meat, lean beef mince is layered with peppers and bulgur wheat and topped with a homemade tomato and basil...
Tarka dhal with roasted aubergine
With more and more people trying to cut down on their meat intake, this tarka dhal with curried aubergine will get you loving your veggies. Like a cross between a...
Pork souvlaki with herby flatbreads and tzatziki
This is my version of the popular Greek street food, paired with a healthy tzatziki and a five-ingredient flatbread which can easily be adapted for...
Air-fried chicken
This fried chicken recipe is a proper crowd pleaser and a real game-changer if you're on a health kick. You need an air-fryer to make it, but my method guarantees...
Butternut squash, halloumi and caramelised onion tart
Perfect for a picnic or buffet. My meat-free tart/quiche hybrid only contains a handful of ingredients and is topped with crispy sage, crunchy pecans and grated halloumi for extra flavour...
Lemon chicken risotto with a prosciutto crumb
Tap into your love of Chinese lemon chicken by making this date night risotto, topped with crispy prosciutto bits and a parmesan crisp. It sounds...
Cheesy chicken pasta bake
Weeknight dinners don't come much easier than this three-cheese pasta bake, which is full of veggies and a lot healthier than shop-bought versions thanks to a few clever swaps. The...
Thai chicken and chestnut fried rice
Known in Thailand as khao phad ruam mit, this pungent stir-fry is economical, spicy, and full of fibre and protein, thanks to the addition of chestnuts, eggs, chicken and cashews.
Roasted butternut squash, sage and hazelnut risotto
Butternut squash is such an incredibly versatile vegetable and a little goes a long way. It's nutrient dense, budget-friendly and the sweet, nutty flavour pairs...
Pea falafels with garlic tahini yoghurt
Light, versatile and easy to prep, these oven-baked falafel bites are packed full of veggies and fibre-boosting chickpeas, which are budget-friendly and high in protein. The tahini yoghurt acts as...
Roasted aloo gobi
Perfect as a side dish or vegan curry. Roasting the cauliflower and potatoes first stops the vegetables from becoming mushy and helps to intensify the flavour of the curry sauce....
Turkish lahmacun
Pizza without cheese? OK, hear me out. A lahmacun is essentially a super-thin, crispy flatbread topped with minced meat but I've added my own twist...
Rigatoni with paprika pork
Pasta is the go-to carbohydrate of choice for several athletes in restoring glycogen stores after a cardio workout. This rich, low sugar ragu pairs perfectly with pork and can be...
Chicken enchiladas
This kid-friendly Mexican classic, made with chicken breasts and kidney beans, is a big family favourite. If some don't like it hot, omit the chipotle chilli paste and serve hot...
Crispy Szechuan tempeh
Unlike tofu, tempeh is nuttier in taste and chunkier in texture, meaning it holds its shape better when air fried. It takes just 12 minutes...
Chicken tikka wrap
Gnarly pieces of chicken breast are coated in shop-bought tikka curry paste and fried with red onion and peppers for an Indian-inspired twist on the classic chicken wrap. You won't...
Mango chicken curry
The perfect family fakeaway for a Saturday night. This mild, fruity curry is my spin on a chicken korma, and is flavoured with ground almonds and mango chutney. It also...
Cauliflower cheese tagliatelle
This recipe is dead simple and incorporates cauliflower leaves to minimise waste. The addition of croutons and crispy bacon adds crunch to my cauliflower cheese...
Masala vegetables dosas
What’s not to like about savoury crepes, filled with roasted purple cauliflower and baby potatoes in a spicy curry sauce? This street food classic can be served for breakfast, lunch...
Pork meatballs and spaghetti
If you're going to master any recipe, spaghetti and meatballs has got to be near the top of the list. Shop-bought versions never quite cut it and are often high...
Puff pastry pizza tart
Who says pizza has to be made with dough? This puff pastry tart is perfect for buffets or as a shared starter for a dinner...
Chicken nuggets
Recreate the classic school dinner of chicken nuggets and chips for an easy weekday dinner. Lean chicken breasts are coated with my super crunchy panko breadcrumbs, which are mixed with...
Macaroni lasagne
Lasagne and macaroni cheese are two of the best comfort foods – so I've combined the two to create this ultimate pasta dish. A rich ragu made from lean chicken...
Stuffed pumpkin with mixed grains and chestnuts
A pumpkin is probably one of the best vegetables to stuff with mixed grains as you can pack so much into the cavity, plus it...
Chinese lemon chicken
This is my twist on my late grandmother's favourite Chinese dish and makes two generous portions of lemon chicken with fewer calories, saturated fat and sugar than takeaway versions. The...
Black pudding, apple and walnut salad
Black pudding is given star billing in this elegant, autumnal salad, which features pearl barley and roasted fennel rather than any lettuce leaves. The fresh apple and honey and mustard...
Colcannon cakes
Mashed potato, crispy bacon and a runny poached egg... what's not to like? These healthy potato cakes are spiked with sweetheart cabbage, bacon and spring...
Cauliflower and bacon mac ‘n’ cheese
Crispy bacon and creamy cauliflower take this macaroni and cheese to the next level. My recipe uses light cheddar cheese and olive oil instead of butter in the sauce for...
Five-a-day breakfast burrito
Take a trip to Mexico with this post-workout breakfast, which is full of healthy fats and protein from the scrambled egg and avocado and slow-release carbohydrates from the wholemeal tortilla...
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