"This creamy chicken noodle soup is like a warm, late-morning lie-in - comforting, cosy and easy to fall in love with. Packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegies and a silky tomato-based broth, it’s the perfect meal for any day of the week. It also makes an excellent meal for friends or family who could use a little extra love. The base stays the same, but honestly, you can throw in any vegies you have on hand. If you’re using starchy vegetables like sweet potato, pumpkin or potatoes, I recommend adding them in with the chicken for the best texture. And, on those lazy days, I’ll admit – I sometimes cheat and grab a supermarket rotisserie chicken. But if I'm feeling fancy, I make parmesan chips to pop on top!" – Khanh Ong
105 easy and nutritious immunity-boosting recipes
As the weather cools, the dreaded lurgy comes out to play, with colds, flu and old mate Covid all doing the rounds throughout the winter season. Whether you’ve been struck down with the sniffles, or you’re hoping to keep them at bay this year, your best defence is always a good diet. These nourishing immunity-boosting recipes are full of nutrient-dense ingredients to help strengthen your immune system and help keep you healthy, or get you back on your feet in no time. From hearty soups and warming curries to omega-3-rich seafood and vitamin-packed vegetable dishes, you’ll find just what the doctor ordered in our collection of healthy recipe ideas.
Afghan vegetable soup
"This hearty dish is very traditional and a family favourite of ours. We always make this for Ramadan and serve it as a starter." – Roya Moeen. This recipe is by Roya Moeen.
One-pan salmon with fennel and lentils
Short on time and energy? This easy one-pot salmon recipe is your midweek miracle. Ready in under an hour, this simple meal perfectly balances light and aromatic flavours with hearty textures, creating the ultimate all-in-one dish. Flake off chunks of oily salmon that simmer in the salty broth and scoop up a serve of earthy lentils and peas on the way. Hearty, warming and incredibly delicious, this fast weeknight dinner is one to keep up your sleeves.
Supergreens, chicken and risoni soup
A leftover parmesan rind can add rich flavour and creaminess to your meals. Ellie and Sam Studd share a hearty and nourishing cheesy recipe idea.
Lamb and beetroot curry
Stay in this weekend and cosy up with this warming Indian curry recipe. Juicy slow-cooked lamb pairs perfectly with the rich and sweet flavours of beetroot, mixed with a creamy coconut curry sauce. Oh, so moreish and full of deep flavours, expect to not leave the couch for a long time afterwards. You'll need to start this recipe 3 hours ahead.
Spring greens risotto
"This risotto is as nourishing as it is delicious, with its vivid greens so inviting! It’s the perfect one-pan recipe for an easy weeknight dinner, or when you want to impress on a special occasion. If you want to go all out, sear some scallops and serve them with the risotto." – Tom Walton
Cavolo nero and cannellini bean soup with parsley salsa
Nourishing, warming, and full of flavour – Georgie Esdaile’s supergreens and bean soup is everything comfort cooking should be.
Vietnamese rare beef salad (bo tai chanh)
“Bo tai chanh is a super-vibrant and deliciously simple beef salad that’s cooked using the acidity in limes. The meat changes from red to light pink in the fridge as the garlic and fresh lime begin to coat the fillet. Combined with lightly pickled veg and a herbaceous salad, and finished with peanuts and nutty shallots on top of a prawn cracker, it’s a playground of texture and flavour. We usually serve this with different types of prawn crackers or cassava crackers. Grab some salad and place it on the cracker and have a bite.” – Khanh Ong
Chicken soup with sourdough dumplings
Skye Gyngell shares this nourishing and soulful no-waste soup from her London restaurant, Spring.
Citrus salad with candied pistachios and burrata
This creamy and tart salad is simply the zest. Perfect for any summer spread.
Super-quick tom yum pumpkin soup
"This pumpkin soup is my go-to when I crave something simple, comforting and bursting with flavour. With just a few extra ingredients, it transforms into something far beyond your regular pumpkin soup. Inspired by the bold and tangy flavours of tom yum, this version is absolutely addictive – perfect for warming up on a cold winter’s night. You can easily swap the tom yum paste for your favourite curry paste, whether it’s green, red or yellow, but I find tom yum unbeatable for its bright, citrussy acidity that takes this soup to the next level." – Khanh Ong
One-pan green shakshuka with lentils, herbs and feta
"I call this a ‘statement dish’. Serve it up at brunch in the middle of the table and everyone will be blown away! If you don’t have a pan that can go in the oven, after cooking the greens and lentils, transfer to a baking dish and crack the eggs to bake. Alternatively, poach the eggs and lay them over the greens, then complete the recipe." – Tom Walton
Cauliflower khichari (rice and lentil soup)
The humble cauliflower takes a starring role in Emma Knowles' nourishing khichari, guaranteed to warm your bones on the chilliest winter's day.
Salmon red curry
This easy Thai red curry recipe is the ultimate weeknight dinner option. Ready in under 30 minutes, this creamy and spicy fish curry uses fresh salmon fillets simmered in a coconut milk base with aromatic Thai ingredients like makrut lime leaves, fish sauce and curry paste to create those iconic delicious flavours. Served with light and fluffy rice, this quick and easy salmon curry recipe is your next staple.
Smoked salmon, risoni and dill soup
"This simple, speedy soup packs in big flavour in a short time. The smokiness of the salmon, the saltiness of the feta, the anise of the fennel and a bright citrus hit are a glorious combo that’ll have you coming back for seconds." – Emma Knowles