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 is a speciality of Nice and is filled with Niçoise salad ingredients. A great way to use up slightly stale bread, the recipe contains tuna and anchovies but if you are vegetarian, you could substitute with cheese (such as mozzarella or slices of goats’ cheese) or roasted peppers, aubergines, courgettes and mushrooms. Make this a day ahead and keep weighted down in the fridge so all the juices seep into the bread.
Take your lunch up a level with speedy marinated mozzarella. Quick and simple to throw together, this focaccia sandwich lets the ingredient talk for themselves.
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