Budget summer recipes
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Masala frittata with avocado salsa
A spicy twist on a simple frittata recipe, with Masala paste, coriander and plump cherry tomatoes. Pair it with our avocado salsa for a light and budget-friendly supper
Smoky sweet potato & bean cakes with citrus salad
These storecupboard chipotle patties are not only thrifty, they count as four of your 5-a-day allowance of fruit and vegetables.
Butternut squash burgers
Cook these meat-free burgers on the barbecue or griddle pan. They're easy to make and require very little prep work. A kick of chilli heightens the flavours
Sticky miso aubergine traybake
Use storecupboard ingredients to pack umami flavour into this simple vegetarian dish, which gives aubergines centre stage. It makes a tasty meat-free midweek meal
Spiced chicken kebabs with chopped salad & flatbreads
Marinate chicken in yogurt, spices and lemon zest, then grill to make these flavourful chicken skewers. Serve in flatbreads with salad and cucumber yogurt
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Let the flavour of tomatoes shine through in our ultimate tomato soup. To get the best from tomatoes, we've used every trick we know to boost their flavour
Frozen banana lollies
Make for kids and big kids, too! These banana lollies with chocolate, hundreds and thousands and strawberries are great for a party or after-school treat
Bhaji frittata
This lunchbox or picnic-friendly dish takes an Italian-style thick omelette and adds some Indian spice, along with potatoes, peas and coriander
Jumbo sausage roll with salsa beans
This giant sausage roll and spicy homemade baked beans are easy to make and perfect for sharing - great for students on a budget
Asparagus, chilli & feta farfalle
A simple, budget pasta dish with a touch of chilli, squeeze of lemon and fresh basil. Add a drizzle of oil and sprinkling of feta cheese to serve
Cucumber soup
The refreshing cucumber soup is served cold, so it will go down well on a summer’s day. Ladle it into bowls for a smaller gathering, or pour into small cups for an amuse-bouche.
Cheesy bean burgers
This super-satisfying, vegetarian bean burger makes a cheap and easy after-work meal for all the family
Spicy ‘vedgeree’
Try our veggie twist on kedgeree for a healthy supper. Like the traditional version, it's served with boiled eggs and has a lovely mild curry flavour
Spinach falafel & hummus bowl
Make this easy vegan salad bowl, with homemade spinach falafels and hummus served alongside pitta and salad. It's packed with nutrients for a healthy supper
Chipotle chickpeas with aubergine & pitta
Give chickpeas and aubergine a spicy kick with chipotle. Serve on top of pittas with tahini and crème fraîche and finish with lime wedges and coriander
Roasted summer vegetable traybake
Make this roasted veg traybake, then use it to create quick meals when you have less time. It's a great way to serve up nutritious and flavourful dinners
Easy vegan pho
Make our easy vegan noodle soup for a warming midweek meal. This low-calorie recipe can be spiced up according to taste with a side serving of sriracha
Coconut fish curry & rice
Cook this flavour-packed coconut fish curry in just 30 minutes for a speedy meal. For a dose of sour use lime juice or tamarind paste if you have it to hand
Pizza omelette
This unusual combination is a real winner and is a great dish to cook with the kids
Hot pasta salad
This a good source of vitamin C and packed full of veg. Take some to work
Prawn & chorizo frittata
Never tried seafood with spicy chorizo? Give it a go in this simple supper for two
Mint yogurt sauce
Make this simple dip inspired by Greek tzatziki and Indian raita. If you like a bit of spice, try adding toasted cumin seeds or a little cayenne pepper
Creamy edamame pesto pasta with rocket salad
Make a budget-friendly family meal with our quick and easy edamame pesto pasta. Use wholemeal spaghetti for added fibre if you prefer
Squash & halloumi flatbreads with sweet chilli beetroot jam
Do something different for a family dinner with squash and halloumi flatbreads with sweet chilli beetroot jam. Other squash or sweet potato work well, too