Salmon & prawns with dill & lime aïoli

For a simple, smart starter, just mix mayo with garlic, herbs and a squeeze of lime and serve with seafood and brown bread

Roasted root vegetables

Root veg is a must with Sunday lunch and Christmas dinner, and this easy recipe is low-fat, superhealthy and high in fibre to boot

Buttered peas & leeks

A simple side for your roast dinner, which counts towards your five-a-day

Carrot & star anise purée

If you fancy adding something a little different to the table on Christmas Day, this seasonal purée could be just the thing

Squashed baby potatoes with rosemary

Lighter than your average roastie, these roasted new potatoes make a healthy addition to your Christmas plate

Creamy potato & shallot gratin

How will you serve your potatoes this Christmas? If rich and creamy is your thing, try this indulgent gratin recipe

Traditional bread sauce

Every Christmas lunch needs a big bowl of bread sauce on the table

Gravy for the Christmas turkey

This simple recipe uses white wine for a pale, light gravy, but it can also be made with red wine or Port for a richer flavour

Wild rice, chestnut & squash stuffing

Add a colourful and healthy dish to your Christmas lunch table with this vegetarian stuffing

Mushroom butter on toast

This make-ahead starter delivers all the flavour of mushrooms on toast without any last-minute frying