light meals 

This is a versatile and robust salad that you can make using any protein and vegetables that you have. Soba noodles are…

They are fluffy and light and a lovely way to feed a busy breakfast bunch AND they are great hot, warm or cold.  Play around…

Buddha bowls are a really simple way to prepare a meal that is balanced, vibrant, healthy and diverse with plenty of…

Turmeric is a powerful herb considered to have antiviral, antibacterial, antioxidant as well as anti-inflammatory…

The ubiquitous brunch staple of red shakshuka gets a sensational spicy green make over here, with some of my favourite…

Hands down, this is one of my favourite soups and I’ve been making it for years, as many of my clients will attest to as it…

get quite passionate about this soup. I remember when I first made it, I felt excited by just how powerful the ingredients…

This broth provides an exquisite array of colour with a deliciously spicy kick, alongside a hefty dose of essential…

These are really simple to whizz up and make a great brunch to serve to friends and guests. Mushrooms provide fibre which is…

Here are a few ideas of delicious and nutritious toppings for toast that can be enjoyed for a leisurely breakfast, speedy…

This is a different way to use beetroot and I think it’s pretty lovely to see a pink loaf of bread. Beetroots offer vitamins…

This broth can be enjoyed it at any time of day for a natural energy burst. Asparagus contains vitamins, minerals and fibre…

These salmon burgers are zingy and tangy with Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, which help to maintain our health and…

Salads aren't just for summer! As the seasons change, I continue trying to find ways to include them in my diet. This salad…

During the winter months root vegetables are the stars of the show. Usually I mash celeriac or have it in soups but once I…

Cauliflower contains a variety of nutrients including fibre, and vitamin C - which helps support our immune system. It is…

Sprouts are in season from September all the way through until February but so many of us only eat them at Christmas.

I love the vibrant colours in this hearty autumn salad, which packs a hefty nutritional punch too. The dressing tops it off…

Making pots of healthy pâté to dip crudités into, to spoon generously onto little gem lettuce boats, or to top hearty…

This is a lovely starter to serve at a dinner party but I also eat this alone. The creaminess of the coconut cream with the…

We are very lucky in the UK as an island to have easy access to fresh shell fish which is not only delicious but is also…

This simple salad makes a tasty and nutritious lunch. This recipe works just as well with smoked mackerel, poached salmon or…

I love Japanese steamed gyoza, and discovered that cabbage leaves make the perfect easy wrappers.

This is the perfect example of how using spices can really bring vegetables alive. It is delicious alongside some lean meat…

Oysters come into season from September onwards and are not only nutritious but are also good for the environment. Oyster…

Brilliantly fresh and full of colourful goodness, this is a no-fuss, super easy dish – best of all, there’s barely any…

These vegetable pakoras are my lighter take on the Indian favourite. They are delicious and so easy, although I confess a…

Soups always provide comfort year round but particularly in Autumn and Winter when we feel the cold. Mushrooms fortunately…

I absolutely love fritters and think they can work for any time of day but they do make the ideal quick, lazy…

This is the ideal post-Christmas dish, using up lots of leftovers, and a great warming soup for serving after long, bracing…

Chilled gazpacho of any kind is such a joy on a hot day. The core ingredients change as the season progresses as gazpacho is…

Pesto is something I always have in the fridge because it’s so simple to make and livens up so many meals, even as a mere…

Broad beans are still one of those wonderful vegetables that are absolutely at their best when in season.

This is quick to put together and brilliantly filling and colourful. Broad beans contain plant-based protein, fibre, and…

I think every fridge should have some frittata slices in it. Possibly the easiest and swiftest meal to make, it stores well…

Beetroot and Parsnips are abundant during the winter months and are two of my favourite root vegetables.  Naturally both are…

Broad beans are from the legume family, so are a great source of vitamins and minerals, plus they pack a good protein punch.…

It would be unrealistic not to enjoy the odd overindulgence. We’ve all suffered from the morning after effects of too much…

This simple soup is a celebration of all things green. Green leafy vegetables contain essential vitamins, minerals and fibre…

A gluten-free diet doesn’t have to mean no pastry, although if you are not gluten free this can be made using normal…

The rich, sweet and nutty joys of Jerusalem artichoke partner wonderfully with chestnut and celeriac for this puree – it’s…

This is a velvety, iced, super refreshing gazpacho soup containing lots of antioxidants, vitamins and goodness from the…

Mackerel is one of my favourite fish – rich in healthy fats. This is an excellent fish to introduce into your diet if you…

This dish celebrates delicious summer vegetables, all of which are in season together during July and August so this is an…

Both rocket and zucchini are in season throughout June to October so this exquisite summer salad can really be enjoyed all…

As wish all vegetables, this salad delivered a hearty dose of vitamins and minerals including some iron. It is harder for us…

Crab, like most shellfish, contains protein and is also an important source of zinc. These crab cakes are my light,…

My plant-based version of the classic chicken and lemon soup. Here, chickpeas provide the protein and give a deliciously…

Roasted salads are a total game-changer for me. However sceptical you may be – just give it a go. The textures soften and…

This multi-coloured and vibrant, warm roasted salad is a real celebration of autumn, my favourite month. The recipe is very…