I’ve always loved soup, making it and eating it. Soups deserve as much care as the rest of the menu. It’s the same with salads, there is nowhere to hide with a salad – so treat the ingredients with care.
Creamy Mushroom Soup
Chestnut mushrooms and thyme are a winning combination in this quick veggie soup.
Charred Aubergine with Mozzarella And Tomato
Wedges of grilled aubergine drizzled in a warm garlic and rosemary olive oil dressing and served with creamy mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh basil.
Thai-Style Butternut Squash Soup
Squash is a great low-calorie veg option as it has good natural sweetness and readily takes on the flavours of other ingredients.
SESAME SALMON, MANGO & BROWN RICE POKE BOWL
There is so much going on in this colourful lunch bowl – crunchy carrots, edamame beans and peppery radishes, juicy mango, fresh herbs and a sticky Asian-style glaze on the salmon.
BARBECUE-STYLE CAPONATA
Red peppers and aubergines become intensely smoky and delicious when they’re cooked whole on the barbecue.
COURGETTE AND FETA SALAD
This courgette and feta salad is a great salad, perfect to serve with spring lamb. The salty feta makes a big impact, and the mildly flavoured courgettes are a great foil for the rest of the contrasting flavours.
CHICKEN, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD
The key to the success of this simple chicken, tomato and mozzarella salad is making sure the tomatoes are really ripe and tasty.
TURNIP AND HORSERADISH SOUP WITH CRISPY BEEF
I love this turnip soup. It has classic British flavours of turnip, horseradish and beef, but with a little sweet-and-sour hint from the vinegar.
CAULIFLOWER AND CHEDDAR SOUP WITH CAPERS
This is a soup version of the classic cauliflower cheese.
ASIAN-STYLE GRILLED SQUID SALAD
In this fresh, crunchy salad, squid’s subtle flavour and meaty texture is a lovely contrast, and a punchy dressing pulls it all together.
HOT PASTRAMI AND PICKLE BROTH
This is a fantastic last-minute lunch dish, which uses some of my favourite store cupboard ingredients.
ROAST RED PEPPER SOUP WITH ANCHOVY SALSA
A tasty nod to the warmth of Spain, this soup is layered with delicious sweet and salty flavours.
SEARED TUNA, WHITE RADISH AND SESAME SALAD
You’ll need a spiralizer to turn the white radish into noodles, but once you taste this fiery, cool and crunchy salad you’ll realise it’s a great investment.
CURRIED CAULIFLOWER SOUP
When cauliflower is cooked and puréed like this, it takes on such a rich, creamy texture that it feels quite indulgent, particularly when combined with the coconut and cream cheese.
NORTH AFRICAN SOUP
Think of this soup like a minestrone but with lots of big, bold North African flavours.
CHICKEN AND PEARL BARLEY SOUP
When it’s chilly outside, make a big batch of this warming soup for a comforting supper. Dried mushrooms lend lots of flavour here.
STEAK, RED ONION AND TOMATO SALAD
The sweet acidity of the tomatoes combined with the salty, meaty crust on the steak works brilliantly in this salad.
TOM YUM SOUP
It’s low in calories, yet the prawns and chicken – and ton of veggies – make it really satisfying, and it smells amazing
HARDCORE COLESLAW
Coleslaw is one of my favourite garnishes or salads. You can use such a wide variety of vegetables and they all give a different layer of taste and texture.
CRISPY DUCK SALAD
This salad is hot, cold, spicy and refreshing all at the same time.
TOMATO CHORIZO AND ALMOND SALAD
An effortless dish but full of flavour and it looks stunning.
JERK CHICKEN AND TOMATO SALAD
The punchy coating and seasoning with a fiery Caribbean heat.
TUNA NIÇOISE
Delicious fresh tuna with a low-cal dressing, a real winner.
CAJUN PRAWN SALAD WITH KALE
Richly flavoured kale, zingy lime and aromatic coriander give this light dish a real vibrancy.
CHOPPED GREEK SALAD WITH NASTURTIUM PESTO
Using the freshest and best ingredients for this stunning salad.
CRISPY SQUID AND SEAWEED SOUP
A soup that has a distinct and delicious flavour of the sea.
WALDORF SALAD
Such a top but simple salad!
CHEDDAR AND ALE SOUP
This is a super soup – rich hoppy ale and gentle acidity from the dairy.
TOMATO SOUP
Quick & easy, but flavoursome. No more to say about this classic.
BEETROOT FARRO SALAD
Super-quick to put together, a combination of earthy beetroot and kale with creamy feta.
CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD
Probably the best-known salad in the world. Great with anchovies, chicken or tuna.
CHICKEN AND SWEETCORN SOUP
Quick & easy – a super tasty version of the classic Chinese soup.
CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
For a lighter meal and to boost your veg intake for the day.
TUNA COBB SALAD BOWL
An easy salad that can have items swapped if needed – just don’t lose the capers – essential.
TOMATO SALAD WITH CHARGRILLED CHORIZO
An effortless dish but full of flavour and it looks stunning.
SPICY BEEF LETTUCE CUP
Lettuce leaves are used to scoop up the beef stir-fry for this tasty light dinner.