Unicorn cupcakes

It's just not a party without unicorn cupcakes. Try these easy vanilla sponges with mesmerising rainbow-swirled buttercream and chocolate button and sprinkle decoration

Spiced roast cauliflower with herby rice

A stunning vegan main that's easy to prepare and looks the part on the plate. Roasting the cauliflower brings out the earthy flavours of the vegetable

Gnocchi with roasted red pepper sauce

This veggie supper of a rich roasted red pepper sauce and baked cheesy gnocchi is a low-fat family supper you can prepare in minutes with our easy sauce

Spinach & matcha pancakes

Our easy spinach pancake recipe gets an extra boost from matcha powder – top with fresh fruit or yogurt for a vibrant green breakfast or hearty weekend brunch.

Turmeric pancakes

Ground turmeric adds a splash of all-natural colour to this easy pancake recipe – serve with sliced fresh fruit, a dollop of lemon curd and some stem ginger for extra spice.

Beetroot pancakes

Whizz beetroot into an easy batter to make these bright purple pancakes, then top with a warm fruit compote for a hearty weekend brunch. You can use this recipe to make blini-style canapés, too.

Thai red salmon curry

Turnip noodles make a delicious carb alternative for this simple Thai fish curry. Add in chunks of salmon fillet and sugar snap peas for an easy, filling supper

Cheat’s duck, hoisin and cucumber lettuce cups

A quick and easy, low-fat alternative to duck pancakes. Spiralized cucumber, sesame seeds and hoisin sauce make these a simple and delicious party snack

Courgetti fritters with tomato salsa

Make snacking exciting and swap your chips and dips for these cumin-spiced fritters with zingy tomato salsa. They're easy to make and are great for sharing

Smoked mackerel pâté with cucumber

This impressive and delicately-flavoured starter is perfect for dinner parties without splashing the cash. Make-ahead, easy-to-do and no cooking required

Clootie dumpling

This traditional steamed Scottish pudding is made with dried fruit and spices. Enjoy on Burns night with a wee dram and custard or ice cream to serve

Indian coconut ice

This cardamom-scented sweet from reader Preeti Marwah is the perfect fusion of Indian and British recipes, with a coconut base and white chocolate topping