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A really easy gluten-free and vegetarian moussaka is the comfort food every veggie needs in their life. 

Each serving provides 347 kcal, 17g protein, 45g carbohydrates (of which 11g sugars), 9g fat (of which 5g saturates), 9g fibre and 1.1g salt.

Vegetarian moussaka 

160 grams/5½oz red lentils

650 grams/1lb 7 ounces potatoes, scrubbed

olive oil

onions, finely chopped

garlic cloves, finely chopped

thyme, leaves picked

oregano

cinnamon

tomato purée

tin chopped tomatoes

vegetable stock cube

sea salt

aubergines,

tbsp roughly chopped flat leaf parsley

ricotta cheese

grams/1¾oz mature cheddar, grated

black pepper

A vegetable-packed vegan lasagne made with dairy-free white sauce. It freezes brilliantly and makes the perfect vegan comfort food.

Each serving provides 470 kcal, 16g protein, 61g carbohydrate (of which 15g sugars), 16g fat (of which 2g saturates), 8g fibre and 0.4g salt.

Vegan lasagne 

tbsp extra virgin olive oil

onion,

aubergine,

courgette,

red pepper, seeds removed,

250 grams/9 ounces small chestnut mushrooms, thinly sliced

garlic cloves, crushed

100 grams/3½oz dried red split lentils

tomatoes

tsp sugar, any kind

spinach leaves

9–10 dried lasagne sheets (ensure they are egg-free)

salt and black pepper

sunflower oil

grams/3½oz plain flour

800 milliliters/1¼ pint unsweetened almond milk

yeast flakes

bay leaf (optional)

nutmeg

This delicious, savoury vegan shepherd's pie freezes very well, so make in individual portions if you prefer, or freeze the leftovers. The secret ingredient is nutritional yeast, a great vegan ingredient that lends a cheesy flavour to the mash topping. Serve with lots of freshly cooked green vegetables.

Each serving provides 441 kcal, 18g protein, 54g carbohydrate (of which 10g sugars), 13g fat (of which 2g saturates), 12g fibre and 1g salt.


Vegan shepherd’s pie 

celery sticks, thinly sliced

leek,

250 grams/9 ounces chestnut mushrooms,

carrots, chopped

milliliters/3½fl oz red wine (vegan-friendly)

tbsp yeast extract,

herbs

sea salt and ground black pepper

milliliters/3½fl oz plant-based milk,

Lamb tagine is a classic and this slow cooker recipe uses the best of Moroccan ingredients.


Each serving provides 532 kcal, 33g protein, 65g carbohydrates (of which 21g sugars), 13g fat (of which 4.5g saturates), 12g fibre and 2g salt.



Slow cooker lamb and sweet potato tagine

lamb

harissa paste

garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated

tsp cumin

tsp coriander

tsp smoked paprika

onion, roughly chopped

90 grams/3¼oz dried apricots, roughly chopped

90 grams/3¼oz drained pitted green olives

sweet potatoes,

350 milliliters/12fl oz chicken stock,

90 grams/3¼oz low-fat plain yoghurt

coriander,

couscous

lemon, zest and juice

tsp sweet smoked paprika

red onion, finely chopped

green peppers, deseeded and roughly chopped

chicken stock cube

250 grams/9 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved, quartered if large

mint, leaves picked and roughly chopped

This delicious recipe for vegetarian bolognese sauce from Eat Well for Less makes enough for 2 meals. Brilliant with spaghetti or in a lasagne. 

Each serving provides 296 kcal, 13g protein, 48g carbohydrates (of which 10g sugars), 4g fat (of which 2g saturates), 8.5g fibre and 0.3g salt.

Vegetarian bolognese

onions,

tsp fresh thyme leaves, thyme

vegetable stock

tbsp balsamic vinegar

300 grams/10½oz dried pasta

green salad, to serve

sea salt and black pepper

Tasty and filling, dal makes a cheap, healthy and satisfying meal.
Try freezing it in portion-sized containers - it will keep for up to 2 months.

Each serving provides 356kcal, 19g protein, 46g carbohydrate (of which 6g sugars),	9g fat (of which 1g saturates), 8g fibre and	1g salt.

Slow cooker dal

300 grams/10½oz yellow split peas

onion, chopped

fresh root ginger, finely grated

tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp crushed finely in a mortar

tsp turmeric

garlic crushed,

freeze-dried curry leaves

700 milliliters/1¼ pts hot vegetable stock

hot green finger chilli, thinly sliced

tbsp vegetable or sunflower oil

lemon

Prepare this blueberry and apple overnight oats recipe for a super-quick and tasty breakfast the next morning. 

With a GI of 46 this meal is <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/diets/high_protein_low_GI_diet">high protein, low GI</a> and provides 335 kcal per portion.

Overnight oats

grams/1¾oz porridge oats

apples,

grams/¾oz blanched hazelnuts, roughly chopped

0% fat Greek yoghurt

100 milliliters/3½fl oz skimmed milk

blueberries

grams/¼oz flaked almonds, toasted

Healthy chicken breasts and butter beans get a flavour boost from a little bit of cooking chorizo and red wine. Green beans are excellent when in season, but you can also use broccoli, green cabbage or kale on the side.

With a GI of 58 this meal is <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/collections/high-protein_low-gi_recipes">high protein, low GI</a>.

Each serving (without rice) provides 352 kcal, 13g protein, 18.5g carbohydrates (of which 10.5g sugars), 13g fat (of which 4g saturates), 9g fibre and 1.7g salt. 

Easy Spanish chicken 

chicken breasts (each about 150 grams/5½oz), sliced

onion, thinly sliced

yellow pepper, seeds removed,

courgette, trimmed, halved lengthways and cut into 1cm/½in slices

grams/3½oz cooking chorizo, sliced

100 milliliters/3½fl oz red wine

tin butter beans, drained and rinsed

½ tsp dried chilli flakes

160 grams/5¾oz long-grain rice

green beans, trimmed (optional)

flatleaf

An easy vegan butternut squash and chickpea curry that freezes well.

Each serving provides 493 kcal, 15g protein, 58g carbohydrates (of which 12g sugars), 19g fat (of which 9.5g saturates), 14.5g fibre and 0.5g salt.

Butternut squash and chickpea curry

vegetable oil

tbsp black mustard seeds

cumin seeds

cardamom pods, split

curry leaves

garlic cloves, grated

tbsp coriander

litre/1¾ pint hot vegetable stock

250 milliliters/9fl oz coconut cream

green beans,

x 250 grams/9 ounces pouches ready-cooked pilau rice

cucumber, tomato and red onion salad

This vibrant green, thick curry sauce is creamy and delicious, packed with iron and coats the fibre-rich chickpeas beautifully. The whole dish, including the spiced oil, is a marvellous collection of flavours and nods to my Punjabi heritage. You can make this with any beans and make sure to try different frozen vegetables in the base!

For this recipe you will need a blender or food processor.

Each serving provides 478 kcal, 17.5g protein, 29.7g carbohydrate (of which 5.1g sugars), 28.5g fat (of which 5g saturates), 16.1g fibre and 0.93g salt.

Green pea chickpeas with spiced oil  

120 grams/4½oz frozen peas

spinach

tin chickpeas

tbsp coconut yoghurt,

fennel seeds

tsp black mustard seeds

tsp chilli flakes

root

salt and black pepper,

Create a taste of the Mediterranean with this hearty vegan stew served with potato cakes. The perfect everyday meal. 

Each serving provides 471kcal, 13.5g protein, 51g carbohydrate (of which 13g sugars),	21g fat (of which 4g saturates), 13g fibre and 0.8g salt.

Mediterranean bean stew with potato griddle cakes

extra-virgin olive oil,

onions

courgettes, chopped into 1cm/½in batons

150 grams/5½oz celeriac,

garlic clove, finely chopped

tbsp smoked paprika

x 440 grams/1lb tin chopped tomatoes

200 milliliters/7fl oz vegetable stock

tin butter beans

basil

lemon, zest only

100 grams/3½oz cooked broad beans

potatoes

tsp baking powder

thyme

Make our easy veggie chilli into something fun and impressive by serving up in crisp tortilla bowls. 

This recipe makes double portions of the stew so you can make the next dinner really quickly.

Each serving provides 906 kcal, 45.5 protein, 108g carbohydrates (of which 25.5g sugars), 27.5g fat (of which 8.5g saturates), 22.5g fibre and 2.3g salt.

Veggie chilli tortilla baskets

325 grams/11½oz split red lentils

tsp rapeseed oil

onions, roughly chopped

red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped

tbsp cumin

tsp black pepper

tomato passata

vegetable stock cubes

courgettes,

tin black beans

wholemeal flour tortillas

sunflower oil spray

lime, juice only

60 grams/2¼oz cheddar cheese, grated

cos lettuce

tomatoes, roughly chopped

Filling your plate with vegetables is a nutritious way to feel full without piling on the calories. Here they are drizzled with an easy dressing of tahini and Greek-style yoghurt. If you're not on a diet, try a drizzle of pomegranate molasses in place of the lemon juice. This is a slightly over 500 calories, so could be paired with lower calorie breakfast and dinner so your daily calories don't exceed 1200–1500.

Each serving provides 545 kcal, 22g protein, 62.5g carbohydrates (of which 7.5g sugars), 19g fat (of which 3.5g saturates), 16.5g fibre and 0.2g salt. 

Baked potatoes with Middle Eastern beans and greens

garlic cloves, thinly sliced

chard,

tin cannellini beans, drained

cumin seeds cumin

½ lemon, juice only,

grams/3½oz Greek yoghurt

tahini

½ garlic clove, crushed

Lentils and nuts make these tasty vegetarian meatballs a protein-packed meal, while spinach provides an iron boost. Why not double the meatball recipe and use in wraps and salads for lunch-laziness the rest of the week?

Each serving provides 798kcal, 33g protein, 109g carbohydrate (of which 21g sugars), 21g fat (of which 2.5g saturates), 16.5g fibre and 0.9g salt.

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