Watercress recipes

Traditionally this Italian dish uses thinly sliced beef, rocket and Parmesan, but this version is given a simple twist with British seasonal produce

This fab cook-ahead quiche makes a brilliant casual feed-a-crowd dish

Feed your friends this simple freeze-ahead starter, topped with goat's cheese croutons for added crunch

Try this simple method for a dry-brined, crispy bird. Top any leftover stuffing with an egg fried in sage butter, and serve for brunch the next day

Rustle up this gluten-free meal of gammon with nutritious watercress and lentils using just four ingredients. It's quick and easy but nicely filling

Pea, ham and parsley are one of life's great combinations - this green salad with mustard dressing is simple, fresh and healthy

Make your own Italian sauce from nuts, garlic and watercress, add a touch of lemon and serve with pasta

Shop-bought mayo isn't a patch on homemade, especially this vibrant, peppery version - gorgeous with poached salmon

These decorative fish bites may dazzle as a quick canapé, but require just four simple ingredients rolled up

Crispy bacon and a perfectly cooked egg with oozing yellow yolk is a brunch staple - this version teams it with watercress

A Chinese-influenced salad of soft duck, crunchy radish and chicory and sweet orange- a casual supper

Enjoy springtime in a bowl with a vibrant watercress risotto with a goat's cheese and hazelnut topping that complements the earthy flavours of the watercress

This quick and simple salad is pepped up with the flavour of watercress

Spice up your lunchtime and use up your veg box with this sandwich packed with a rainbow of flavours and textures

Roll quail's eggs up in creamy smoked fish and potato for an impressive make-ahead weekend canapé or starter

Creamy mash laced with good-for-you greens makes for a simple, low-fat side that's budget friendly too

Mackerel is fantastic for you and this main-meal salad couldn't be simpler to prepare

Heart-healthy salmon is ideal for a dinner party. Use pre-cooked polenta to make this main course recipe even easier

A superhealthy, summery salad perfect for barbeques and picnic

These smart little parcels take less than an hour to cook from frozen

The secret to this tart is its cheesy, crisp polenta crust. Fabulous warm or cold and perfect for picnics

This vegetarian buffet centrepiece can be made a day ahead and served cold or reheated

Keep cans of fish in your storecupboard and you’ll never be short of a healthy meal or snack

This delicious, substantial salad is inspired by two Mediterranean classics - Caesar and Niçoise