Lentil & bacon soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Blend your storecupboard pulses with cumin, turmeric and garlic to create this robust soup with crispy pancetta topping

Creamy courgette & bacon pasta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A quick and creamy carbonara-style tagliatelle that showcases delicious courgettes contrasted with cream and pancetta

Pea & feta toasts

This spin on bruschetta tops baguette slices with crushed peas, mint and salty cheese – great for canapés

Broccoli & stilton soup

A smooth blended vegetable soup with blue cheese that's as good for a comforting meal as it is for a dinner party starter

Potato frittata with pesto & goat’s cheese

A low-calorie Spanish omelette with potatoes, pesto and cheese to be served in wedges with fresh salad leaves

Barley, chicken & mushroom risotto

Love risotto? Try this low-fat version, which swaps traditional risotto rice for pearl barley

Smoked salmon taramasalata

This Greek dip is an original way to use up leftover smoked salmon and works well on a sharing mezze platter

Tomato & cucumber raita

An authentic Indian yogurt dip with tomato, cucumber, cumin and fresh chopped coriander to cool down curries

Salmon noodle soup

This wholesome noodle soup is low fat, heart healthy and packed full of tasty ingredients

Moroccan-style chicken stew

Stay on track with this low-fat supper that’s on the table in half an hour

Green bean & mustard pickle

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Got a glut of runner beans, or just fancy a twist on classic English piccalilli? This low-fat preserve is great with ham or in cheese sandwiches

Mint, lime & cucumber salad

This Thai-inspired side is superhealthy and low fat to boot