Amaranth porridge with green tea & ginger compote

The ultimate breakfast for healthy joints – swap oats for an alternative grain in this yogurt porridge, topped with apple and a fruity compote

Lighter chicken cacciatore

The classic Italian ‘hunter’s stew’ gets a healthy makeover, with low-fat chicken breasts, prosciutto and a rich herby tomato sauce

Spanish tortilla

Make a classic Spanish omelette filled with pan-fried potatoes and onion. It makes a delicious light vegetarian meal or an easy tapas dish

Zesty salmon with roasted beets & spinach

This fresh and filling salmon supper is packed full of heart healthy ingredients, is rich in calcium, iron and vitamin C and makes up 4 of your 5 a day

Roasted balsamic cauliflower

Roast florets of cauliflower with chilli and garlic for a healthy vegetarian side dish

Braised baby leeks

Tender vegetables are braised with chicken stock and thyme for a healthy, low-fat side dish

Veggie wholewheat pot noodle

This clever packed lunch is super healthy, with crisp vegetables, wholewheat noodles and a spicy, zingy dressing

Cheesy turkey Milanese

Coat turkey steaks with breadcrumbs, then grill with mozzarella, and serve with spaghetti in tomato sauce for a cheap Italian-inspired meal

Pea falafels with minty couscous salad

Give falafel a makeover by using a mix of chickpeas and frozen peas, serve with couscous and a dollop of yogurt for a cheap but tasty meal

Roasted carrot, spelt, fennel & blood orange salad

A healthy grain salad, perfect served with sliced roast chicken, or crumbled feta or goat’s cheese for lunch or a light dinner

Braised ox cheek Wellingtons with peppercorn gravy

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Crisp puff pastry covers tender meat in these individual Wellingtons – the ultimate main course for a romantic Valentine’s Day meal for two

Spicy harissa chicken with lentils

This healthy one-pot from reader Sarah Oliver with chicken thighs, Puy lentils and harissa is packed with flavour – hearty, filling and low in calories