Chickpeas are the base of this protein-packed sandwich filler. Add Tabasco and pickled jalapeños for a lunchtime kick. Each serving provides 197 kcal, 7.7g protein, 15.2g carbohydrate (of which 2.1g sugars), 10.1g fat (of which 0.8g saturates), 6.3g fibre and 0.45g salt.
Put this filling tuna salad together the morning or night before and take it to work. Keep a pot of homemade dressing in your desk drawer for your salads.
Make sure to use green plantain (rather than ripe plantain) for this vibrant salad, which is full of fresh fruit and vegetables coated in a zesty lime and ginger dressing. Each serving provides 397 kcal, 5.5g protein, 49g carbohydrates (of which 27g sugars), 17g fat (of which 3g saturates), 11g fibre and 0.6g salt.
Use up leftover salsa or make one from scratch for this hearty couscous salad. Top with grilled halloumi or chicken, if you like.
This spicy bowl of goodness comes together in minutes. It uses store cupboard ingredients, packs in over three portions of vegetables and is one of those recipes that will get you out of trouble if you can’t decide what to have for dinner. A side of whatever greens you have, a bit of kimchi and spring onions and you have a gut-boosting recipe that will support your healthiest self. Each serving provides 462 kcal, 22g protein, 38.5g carbohydrate (of which 7g sugars), 20.9g fat (of which 3.3g saturates), 16.2g fibre and 1.1g salt.
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