Summer pistou

A cross between a soup and a stew, this healthy French dish is packed with vegetables and beans – perfect as a light lunch. If making ahead it will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.

Lighter South Indian fish curry

Use reduced-fat coconut milk and white fish fillets to make a low-fat, low-calorie curry that's still luxuriously creamy

Roasted cauliflower with spring veg & barley salad

Roast cauliflower florets with olive oil and serve with a light barley salad for a refreshingly simple meat-free main

Smoky tofu tortillas

Smoked tofu adds protein to these vegetarian fajitas – pop on the table with corn or wheat wraps and watch them disappear

Garlicky lamb cutlets with Sicilian-style greens

Marinate lamb with rosemary, then serve with an asparagus, broad bean and spinach salad with juicy sultanas and tangy shallots

Asparagus, avocado & quinoa tabbouleh

Add texture and flavour to this nutritious side or packed lunch with soya beans, crunchy cucumber and chopped fresh herbs

Cupcake caterpillar birthday cake

This beautiful bake is a great way to celebrate Lewis Carroll’s iconic Alice in Wonderland – decorate with fondant icing and chocolate bars

Fennel, pomegranate & broad bean salad

This bulgur wheat and chopped herb salad makes a scrumptious side to take to a picnic – drizzle the dressing over before serving

Chilli chocolate & black bean brownies

Black beans replace the flour in these gluten-free, fudgy and intensely chocolatey treats with a subtle tingle of chilli

One-pan jerk roast chicken

Add some spice to your Sunday lunch by marinating your bird, then use the juices to create a coconut veggie curry to serve alongside

Baked pollock with anchovy crumbs

Top white fish fillets with a tangy garlic and rosemary breadcrumb topping and roast until crispy

Thai curry fish cakes with sweet chilli dressing

Whizz up white fish fillets with curry paste and green beans to make a zesty starter or snack