A vegetarian family lasagne that’s ready in just 45 minutes. Cottage cheese makes it a healthier option, plus you don’t need to make the traditional cheese sauce. Serve with a green salad or sweetcorn for even more of your five-a-day. Each serving provides 285 kcal, 20g protein, 33g carbohydrates (of which 11g sugars), 7g fat (of which 3g saturates), 6g fibre and 0.8g salt. For this recipe you’ll need a 20x28cm/8x11in ovenproof dish.
Dr Rupy packs tonnes of veggies into his jambalaya and it’s well under £1 per portion! Hearty, nutritious and full of flavour, this store cupboard saviour will become a midweek staple. Each serving provides 351 kcal, 10g protein, 54g carbohydrate (of which 10g sugars), 9g fat (of which 1g saturates), 8g fibre and 1.7g 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.
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