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Butter bean curry in a saucepan and two bowls
Butter bean curry
A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.25 ratings

The butter beans in this veggie curry create a satisfying texture. We’ve paired them with dark-skinned aubergine, which is packed with antioxidants

One-pan cod & red shrimp in a large serving dish
One-pan cod & red shrimp
A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.24 ratings

Stew chunks of cod with wild red shrimp to make a moreish, low-fat dinner. White fish is an important source of iodine, which is needed for a healthy metabolism

Healthy chicken pad Thai in a wok
Healthy pad Thai
A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.13 ratings

Toss chicken with rice noodles and stir-fried veg to create a deliciously healthy dinner. There's a vegan option, too, which uses peanut butter (see tip, below)

Nutrition: Per serving

  • kcal487
  • fat11g
  • saturates2g
  • carbs70g
  • sugars3g
  • fibre11g
    high
  • protein16g
  • salt0.6g
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Method

  • step 1

    Cook the penne following pack instructions. Meanwhile, heat 4 tbsp of the pesto in a non-stick pan over a medium-low heat. Add the spinach and 2 tbsp water, then cover to wilt.

  • step 2

    Drain the pasta and toss with the spinach, the rest of the pesto and the tomatoes. Serve half. Cool and chill the rest. Will keep chilled for three days. Reheat with a splash of water.

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A star rating of 4 out of 5.17 ratings

stamzin4154801

If you can’t get spinach what else can you use

anna6elle

I’d serve it with a fresh side salad to increase the amount of vegetables

agatebulova8PhmU13z

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Another question, NHS recommends to use tplate -1/4 protein, 1/4 carbs and half veg, how to balance this meal to make t plate?

countessbluestocking

Adding a side salad or doubling the spinach and the tomatoes would give you the right amount of veg. There doesn't seem to be any protein in this, but you could grate cheese on top.

agatebulova8PhmU13z

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Can this be served cold or it has to be reheated?

catherine Le tissier

Excellent, easy and nourishing . We added a few leaves of fresh basil and some grated Parmesan … Really tasty and super easy.

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