Orange & dark chocolate yogurt bowls

Make a delicious yogurt bowl for breakfast, with a secret layer of creamy cholesterol-busting oats cooked in soya milk to make it more substantial

Giant couscous salad with charred veg & tangy pesto

The beetroot here is rich in folate, iron, manganese and potassium and a chemical called betalain, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Beetroot is also rich in nitrates, which may help lower blood pressure and improve athletic performance

Mexican-style stuffed peppers

Stuff peppers with rice and black beans, then top with chilli cheese and fresh guacamole for an easy vegetarian family meal. If the kids don’t like spice, use a mild cheese instead

One-pan watercress-stuffed salmon with parmesan new potatoes

This delicious dish makes the perfect light lunch or dinner – the salmon has been butterflied to let the tasty watercress sauce run through each slice, ensuring succulent fish

Fajita chicken one-pot

Make the most of a classic combination of chicken and chorizo in this easy one-pot. Serve in large bowls with soured cream and a scattering of parsley.

Strawberry & elderflower semifreddo

Finish your summer menu with the perfect al fresco pudding – this semifreddo is incredibly easy to make but looks so impressive

Bulgur & aubergine pilaf

Swap rice for quick-cooking bulgur wheat and chickpeas in this gently spiced pilaf, peppered with fried aubergine, sticky onions and crumbled feta

Samosa chaat

Try this fantastic way of serving samosas for a more substantial meal. It makes a good starter for a dinner party and to celebrate festivals such as holi

Cucumber soup

The refreshing cucumber soup is served cold, so it will go down well on a summer’s day. Ladle it into bowls for a smaller gathering, or pour into small cups for an amuse-bouche.

Caprese salad

Make this classic Italian tricolore salad for a starter or side. It’s incredibly simple but, when made with perfectly ripe tomatoes, is a real delight