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Sesame florets

Both the stalks and florets of this vegetable are nutritious. Store it unwashed in the fridge (rinsing it will...

Halloumi Pitta Pockets

Enjoy these delicious Pitta pockets packed with veggies.

Tandoori Tofu Skewers

Try these super simple Tandoori Tofu Skewers with our toasted Pitta

Chunky Butternut Squash Soup

Simple and delicious Butternut Squash soup

Roasted Sweet Potato and Sesame Hummus

Try out this delicious smashed Avocado & Feta bagel.

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Cumin Roasted Vegetables

We have this super simple roasted veggies recipe with slow roasted potatoes, lentils and rocket.

Butternut Squash Soup

Simple and delicious Butternut Squash soup

Beetroot Dip

Enjoy this delicious vibrant pink Beetroot dip.

Vibrant Roasted Veggies

Roasted vegetables never looked so colourful.

Pitta with falafels

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Combine the olive oil, celeriac, parsnips, onion and garlic in a bowl and...

Pea & Mint Soup

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat, once hot add the chopped onion...

Chicken Tikka Pitta Pockets

1. Put tikka paste, yogurt, tomato paste, oil and chilli in a bowl and mix well 2. Stir in...

Crispy Chickpea Buddha Bowl

1.Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F and add the butternut squash cubes to a baking tray. Season with the paprika, and...

Sunday Soy-Glazed Roast Chicken with Healthy Stuffing and Asian Greens

1. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat oven to 180°C fan. 2. Heat about 1 tablespoon of...

Roast parsnip & celeriac soup with crunchy topping

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Combine the olive oil, celeriac, parsnips, onion and garlic in a bowl and...

Tomatoes, grilled corn & watermelon salad

Elisa from Happy Skin Kitchen has created six beautiful recipes for The Food Doctor (find the others in the...

Edamame & pea dip

These are substantial – they are heavier than ordinary muffins because of the flax, chia, and almond. They are...

5 ways with…Nectarines

Nothing tastes more like summer than sinking your teeth into a juicy nectarine. They’re a good source of gut...

5 ways with…Aubergine

Aubergines have a delicious smoky flavour and when cooked they transform from rubbery and dry, to indulgent and soft,...

5 ways with…Asparagus

The asparagus season in the UK is only short from early May to July. These vibrant green spears have...

Rhiannon’s courgette, pea & mint soup

This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lamberts, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well....

Friday night fish and chips

This is a nutritious twist on the classic fish and chip takeaway. We’ve coated the fish in breadcrumbs made...

10 minute little gem lettuce cups

After a long day at work and when it’s hot outside, the last things you want to do is...

Piña Colada smoothie

This smoothie is sunshine in a glass. Pineapple and coconut combine to create a deliciously, creamy tropical drink. Pineapple...

Friday night fajitas

There’s nothing we enjoy more than inviting friends or family over for a delicious feast. These black bean fajitas...

Rich and creamy chocolate smoothie

Get your chocolate fix with this delicious chocolate smoothie. It only takes 2 minutes to whiz together and tastes...

Tuna with a herby seed crust and quick Italian salad

We've topped the tuna with a delicious mix of pistachios and our super seed mix, and served it with...

Beetroot and tzatziki dips

This week we’ve launched our band new turmeric pitta bread into Waitrose and one of our favourite ways to...

Fluffy pancakes with veggie & vegan toppings

Pancakes aren't just for Pancake Day, we make them for breakfast, brunch, and if we're feeling a bit lazy,...

Veggie & Vegan Christmas Nibbles

Inviting friends and family over this Christmas? We’ve got some easy and delicious vegetarian and vegan nibble ideas that'll...

5 ways with.. apples

The humble apple comes in all sorts of flavours, colours and textures including sweet, crunchy, sharp, soft-fleshed, red, yellow...

French toast with berries and honey

This recipe is a twist on the classic French toast and is a great option for brunch when you’re...

Grab and go lunch-in-a-jar

One of the best ways to ensure you’re eating healthy at work and to save money is to take...

Overnight porridge oats

Perfect porridge is best cooked slowly on the hob but during the week many of us don’t have the...

Quick & easy pitta pizzas

Lots of you have been sharing your pitta bread creations with us and we’ve been inspired by the number...

Tandoori monkfish, coconut & green mango chutney

Monkfish is a very dense fish and lends itself well to strong flavours. The marinade for this dish is...

Okonomiyaki (crisp savoury Japanese pancakes) with quick cucumber pickle

Serves 4 as part of a lunch - makes roughly a dozen pancakes depending on their size. 1. Start...

Tomato, basil and pesto bruschetta

Bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your plate with these light and refreshing bruschetta. We’ve used Food Doctor...

Top turkey leftover recipes

After an indulgent Christmas, this salad is light and refreshing, and packed full of flavour. We’ve added lots of...

Vietnamese style spicy fish noodle salad

Start by marinating the fish – preferably you want this to go in the fridge a few hours before...

5 ways with…Cauliflower

If you’ve ever been told to avoid beige foods then cauliflower is an exception. This cruciferous vegetable is rich...

Halloumi, pea & watercress salad with mint dressing

This light and refreshing salad is packed with in-season spring vegetables like new potatoes (vitamin B to release energy...

Ginger, lemongrass and coconut curry with tofu

This creamy and fragrant curry flavoured with fresh ginger, garlic, lemongrass and chilli, is perfect for a mid-week dinner....

Sweet potato, red pepper and tenderstem broccoli tray bake

Tray bakes are one of the easiest meals to prepare and you can let them roast away in the...

Spiced prawn & lentil salad with a minty yogurt dressing

When you hear the word 'salad' do you instantly think of pale, limp lettuce leaves and a few watery...

Italian stuffed courgettes

Courgettes are currently in season in the UK. They’re an extremely versatile veg and contain small amounts of vitamin...

Salmon, chilli & ginger fish cakes

These fishcakes are packed full of flavor and can be eaten hot or cold. We’ve used sweet potatoes instead...

Brunch perfect corn fritters

This recipe is perfect for lazy Sunday brunch when you have the extra time to treat yourself with something...

Speedy tofu pad thai

This is the second of Elisa from Happy Skin Kitchen's exclusive recipes for The Food Doctor. Elisa says, "this...

Rhiannon’s mini Mexican muffins

This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lamberts, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well....

No date, no bake peanut butter & dark chocolate balls

These no-bake, 1 bowl, balls are perfect for a mid-afternoon pick me up and will keep you going till...

Fully loaded veggie breakfast

This is my go to savoury breakfast, is just filling and packed with flavours! I love making a big...

Summer chilli with sundried tomatoes & basil cornbread

This is the fourth of six exclusive recipes (see the other three in our Recipes section of the blog)...

Sage, Apricot & Seed Nut Roast

One of the best nut loafs you’ll ever make, it’s full of flavour and holds its own as a...

Blackberry and Apple Smoothie

Now that we are moving into Autumn, there are lots of apples growing on the trees and blackberries on...

Fish, veg and pesto skewers

These skewers are easy to put together and only take 10-12 minutes on the BBQ. You can use any...

5 ways with…Tomatoes

Nothing smells more like summer than ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. Whether they’re fresh, tinned, dried or made into...

Blueberry Porridge Squares

Porridge is one of the best breakfasts for keeping you full till lunch. Oats contain a form of fibre...

Greens & grains meatless meatballs with a chilli chickpea tomato sauce

A delicious vegetarian lunch or dinner option for 4 that packs a serious healthy punch. 1. Start by making...

Roast squash salad with lemony yogurt dressing

This salad works really well as a main for lunch or dinner or can be served as a side...

5 ways with…Peppers

Peppers are one of our favourite veggies as you can add them to lots of different dishes and they...

5 ways with…Apples

The humble apple comes in all sorts of flavours, colours and textures including sweet, crunchy, sharp, soft-fleshed, red, yellow...

Moroccan vegetable tagine

This Moroccan vegetable tagine is great for a weekend dinner with friends. Gather around the fire and let your...

Fluffy pancakes with quick plum jam

Start by making your plum jam, which you can make in advance and keep in the fridge for a...

Chocolate covered almonds

This recipe is a delicious and slightly indulgent way to enjoy almonds. Almonds make a great snack as they...

Green goddess smoothie bowl

Now that summer is just around the corner and lots more fruit is coming into season, it's time to...

Butternut squash & cavolo nero curry

This warming autumn curry is packed with spices and lots of in-season veg. Butternut squash is an excellent source...

Beetroot & Feta Burgers

These burgers are sweet, flavoursome and full of goodness. Invite some friends over and serve them up a beetroot...

Exotic Shakshuka

This popular Middle Eastern dish is bursting with exotic flavours and is perfect for brunch on a lazy Sunday...

Aubergine Parmigiana with toasted nutty crumbs

1. To start the parmigiana preheat the grill to on high and put a large tray on a shelf...

Beetroot, courgette & cheddar rolls with rainbow salad

1. Preheat your oven to 170° C fan. Mix together the flours, baking soda and salt. 2. Add the...

Chocolate chip banana bread

This banana bread is a great way to use up leftover chocolate, as well as those bananas sitting at...

Summer fruit crumble

Crumbles aren’t just for Autumn and Winter. We’ve used summer fruits, which are rich in antioxidants, and topped it...

Pitta with Falafel, Tabbouleh Salad and Mint Yogurt

Who doesn't love pitta and falafel? We've stuffed our new turmeric pitta breads with homemade falafel, a refreshing tabbouleh...

Lemon and pistachio balls

These lemon and pistachio balls take less than 10 minutes to make and they’re great as a mid-afternoon snack...

Smoky aubergine baba ganoush

Aubergines have a delicious smoky flavour and are an excellent source of gut friendly fibre. This Baba Ganoush dip...

Vietnamese pho with tofu

Pho is a delicious Vietnamese noodle soup flavoured with aromatic spices and garnished with bean sprouts, fresh herbs and...

Mango, coconut and lime ice lollies

Our brand new Turmeric Pitta Breads make a great alternative to naan bread with Indian inspired dishes like this...

Roasted cauliflower & chickpea salad

Just because its cold outside doesn't mean you can't enjoy a delicious salad. This salad includes spiced roasted cauliflower...

Strawberry Sorbet by Alice Mackintosh

This recipe is by Alice Mackintosh. Alice is a registered Nutritional Therapist and runs a driving practise based in...

Red lentil dhal with crispy kale

When it's cold and dark outside there's nothing better than a warming bowl of comfort food and your favourite...

Rhiannon’s The full healthy

This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lambert's, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well....

Summer gazpacho

Gazpacho is a cold soup made with raw vegetables. This tomato and red pepper gazpacho is light and refreshing,...

Forbidden summer rice salad

This is the first of six exclusive recipes created for us by the lovely Elisa of @happyskinkitchen. We’re kicking...

Jewelled Guacamole & Peppers on Rye by Alice Mackintosh

Alice says, "This recipe brings out the best in the vegetables it contains. The peppers are deliciously sweet and...

Chocolate & Coconut Breakfast Bars

1. To really make these oats sing, warm a dry frying pan on low heat and add in the...

Moroccan Spiced Shakshuka

We have teamed up with Clarence Court to bring you this delicious Moroccan Influenced Spiced Shakshuka. This is a...

Butternut squash, peppers and beans chilli

This Butternut squash, peppers and beans chilli is a twist on your usual chilli con carne. It's packed full...

Sweetcorn and spring onion pancakes

1. Whisk the eggs, milk, flour, coriander baking powder and a pinch of salt together until smooth, then mix...

Blueberry and Almond Butter Pancakes

1. Heat a pan and spray with non-stick cooking spray. 2. Mash 2 bananas in a bowl. Add the...

Apple & Cinnamon overnight oats

Overnight oats are a perfect go to breakfast, they are quick and easy and can be packed full of...

Halloumi & Roasted Veg Pitta Pockets

It's #Britishsandwichweek and we have this delicious Halloumi & Griddled Veg Pitta Pockets recipe for you.

Rainbow Ratatouille

This simple rainbow-coloured ratatouille dish is bursting with flavour! Enjoy with friends or use up the leftovers for the...

Mixed berry smoothie

Start the week off right with this #vegan berry smoothie full to the brim with goodness.

Toasted garlic soup dippers

We have teamed up with the brilliant Tideford Organics for a tasty treat. 1. Preheat the oven to 180C....

Veggie & Vegan Pitta Pizzas

We have made three super simple toppings to make pitta pizzas. Pesto, Asparagus, Sun-dried tomato Pizza: 3 Asparagus spears...

Fish Finger Pitta

1. In a bowl whisk the egg. In another bowl combine the breadcrumbs and paprika, season with salt and...

Halloumi & Chargrilled Veggies

We have these super easy veggie kebabs that can be made in 30 minutes. 1. Put 6 wooden skewers...

Light and refreshing Tzatziki dip

This dip is a staple in Turkish and Greek cuisine, where it is served with meat or fish, with...

Greek-style chicken pitta

Its #nationalpicnicweek so switch up your average chicken sandwich with this delicious Greek-style chicken pitta with a crunchy salad...

Banana & Blueberry Muffins

Why not try out these tasty spiced Banana & Blueberry breakfast muffins? Packed full of nutritious oats these muffins...

Nutritional Nugget – W is for Watercress

A great sandwich filler, garnish and salad vegetable. A portion of watercress will give you a source of vitamin...

Strawberry, Banana & Almond Milk lollies

They're super easy to make... here's how 1. In a blender combine 270ml of almond milk and strawberries until...

Healthy strawberries & cream smoothie

Tennis season is here and Wimbledon would not be the same without strawberries and cream. We have used in...

Overnight oats topped with nectarines & almonds

Overnight oats are the perfect go-to breakfast, they are quick and easy and can be packed full of your...