As the season turns and an abundance of new and fresh produce hits our shelves, we’re turning to these lighter recipes after a winter of indulging. Go on, what are you waiting for?
This fresh and easy Thai chicken salad has a colourful mix of fresh veg, fragrant herbs and juicy grilled chicken and is tossed with a creamy peanut dressing. It’s a flavour-packed meal that’s both refreshing and satisfying.
The trick to this salad is making a flavour base with spiced onions. The onions bring a complementary texture to the grains as well as all the flavour, so you don’t need to make much of a dressing.
This easy cauliflower salad recipe is an absolute staple for any day of the week. Perfect as a fresh side for dinner or a healthy lunch at the office, this easy salad recipe promises a perfect balance of flavour and texture. A whole roasted cauliflower and puy lentils give this salad a warm, earthy base while a zingy vinaigrette cuts through providing a sharp burst of flavour. Topped with fresh slices of crunchy celery and raw almonds, this delicious vegetarian salad is sure to be your next go-to.
“This hearty salad is one of my favourite ways to eat brussels sprouts. A tip for frying the Lebanese bread – I separate the layers. It makes for a more even fry. If you want a healthier option, use toasted leftover sourdough.” – Paul Farag
This delicious broccoli salad is the perfect side dish for your next dining occasion. The perfect balance of salty, savoury and sweet flavours is achieved in this easy vegetarian dish with a handful of dried cranberries providing some sharp notes while a scattering of roasted sunflower seeds, cashews and sesame seeds adds crunchy texture. Drizzle over a sharp lemon and parmesan dressing to lift the flavours and you've got yourself the ideal side plate.
This summer, pick Australian grown corn with grassy green husks for a fresh addition to your BBQ.
"This salad screams long, lazy lunches in the sunny south of France. Don’t forget a good baguette and a chilled bottle of rosé." – Lucy Nunes
What can be better than a creamy potato salad? A creamy caesar potato salad of course! We’ve paired two favourite classics for double the joy. This mash-up features cheesy croutons and plenty of crispy bacon to top it off.
This salad, inspired by a recipe that has since gone viral across the internet, features the convenience of store-bought dumplings paired with a medley of fresh, crunchy vegetables and drizzled with a tangy ginger dressing. It offers a delightful balance of taste and texture, making it a perfect choice for a light yet satisfying meal.
Plate up a winner winner chicken dinner with this grilled za'atar salad, then stretch out any leftovers by adding cooked pasta or grains for a healthy lunch the next day.
Summer (pumpkin dhal) lovin', had us a blast. This recipe is also vegetarian and vegan friendly.
"Healthy wholemeal pasta is the star of this show, packing an extra bite and soaking up any flavour it’s paired with." - Dominic Smith
Take your summer barbecue on a trip to India with these spiced skewers.
This flavorsome salad makes it easy to eat your greens.
Healthy, light and fresh. Everything you could want in a quick midweek meal.
"This is one of my favourite summer salads – colourful, textural and with such complex, vibrant flavours. It's a dish I could easily eat once a week." – Luke Nguyen. This recipe is by Luke Nguyen.
