Midweek mealtimes call for fuss-free recipes with a nutritious boost that don’t cost the earth to make. To help those looking for tasty ideas to serve up we've created six new fresh and healthy recipes to try that each cost less than £2 per portion *Prices correct as of 12.6.24 to make.
With a range of cuisines to try, these recipes can all be on the table in under half an hour and showcase green leafy vegetables spinach, and kale that bring a flavoursome health boost to week-day dinners.
Choose from Indian favourites Saag Channa Masala and Creamy Potato & Kale Curry, or family friendly fajitas with a veggie spin - Veggie Fajitas with Cavolo Nero - whilst the Kale Crustless Quiche and Spinach, Chicken, Tomato Pasta Salad are ideal for warmer evenings. Or try using your air-fryer to whip up the Spinach, Courgette & Tomato Frittata with Potato Wedges.
For those looking for an easy but nutritious weeknight dinner, the Saag Channa Masala is a tasty plant-based option. With less than 300 calories per serving, 2 of your 5 a day and ready in under 30 minutes, it will get the week off to a healthy start.
The Creamy Potato & Kale Curry is perfect for batch cooking as it can be made ahead and frozen. It is also vegetarian and contains 3 of your 5 a day, plus it is low in fat and a source of fibre.
The Kale Crustless Quiche can be made ahead and is ideal for those looking for a lighter meal to serve on sunny days. A nutritious alternative to traditional quiche, it is suitable for vegetarians and those avoiding gluten, as well as being high in protein.
Tasty, filling and healthy for the whole family to enjoy, the Spinach, Chicken and Tomato Pasta Salad brings a taste of the Med to dinnertime. It is low in fat and saturated fat but high in protein and contains less than 450 calories per portion.
Great eaten straight away or prepped ahead and served cold the following day, the Spinach, Courgette & Tomato Frittata with Potato Wedges makes a filling meal that is a source of protein to help keep you feeling full all evening.
For Friday fajitas with a veggie makeover, Veggie Fajitas with Cavolo Nero are the perfect choice. Made with black beans and juicy avocadoes it is suitable for vegetarians and a source of fibre and protein. Just make sure you have enough wraps to go round!
