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

Anytime pesto & prawn pasta salad

Lemon zest and crème fraîche make this seafood pasta dish with king prawns and green beans rich and zingy – enjoy it hot or cold

Nacho chicken bake

Top leftover chicken and ready-made salsa with gooey melted cheddar cheese and tortilla chips for a no-fuss nibble to share with friends

Cajun blackened chicken with supergreen quinoa

Spicy griddled chicken breasts are served with quinoa packed with herbs, pomegranate and colourful vegetables for a tasty and nutritious meal

Bean & barley soup

Low-fat, vegetarian and super-healthy, this filling one-pot lunch or dinner is packed with chickpeas, butter beans and pearl barley

Poached beef & noodles (Gyudon)

This low-fat Japanese classic is quick to put together, with tender rump steak and glass vermicelli noodles made from mung beans

Giant butter bean stew

This authentic vegetarian casserole makes a delicious first course, or serve alongside slow-cooked lamb as part of a Greek Easter feast

Butternut chilli

This Mexican stew is hearty enough to satisfy both vegetarians and meat eaters, with butternut squash, black beans and juicy tomatoes