“For me, this dish exemplifies the delicious simplicity of Italian summer food… and adding the creme fraiche delivers that creamy richness, even if your burrata doesn’t!” – Matt Preston.
50 essential green recipes to celebrate St Patrick's Day
There are many excellent ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, whether you’re Irish or not. Go for the Guinness-swigging route and go authentic with a soda bread or colcannon. Or, go rogue and go green. It’s supposed to be fun, after all.
Zucchini, olive, fresh herb and goat’s cheese salad
"This salad is incredibly simple to put together and yet still delivers on flavour and texture. It also works as a wonderful side dish as it’s served at room temperature and its light and fresh flavours go with almost anything." - Danielle Alvarez
Immunity-boosting green goodness soup
This vibrant green soup is a powerhouse of nutrients, featuring leeks, broccoli, zucchini and kale. It's perfect for boosting your immune system and is both refreshing and satisfying. We've topped it with toasted seeds and a drizzle of olive oil, but you could also add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra zest.
Zucchini and polenta slice with broccoli pesto
A healthy, green way to serve a slice up for summer.
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
Creamy pasta salad
"To transport this pasta salad, toss everything together, then place in an airtight container. When ready to serve, transfer to a serving platter or bowl." - Dominic Smith
Leftover greens, seeds and cheese tart
Start the evening right with this leftover greens, seeds and cheese tart. It's delicious, colourful and packed full of flavour.
Cream of zucchini soup with lemon, herb and garlic oil
"Cream of zucchini soup is one of my favourite ways to make something simple feel really luxurious." – Dominic Smith
Potato salad with green goddess dressing & beans
Asked to bring a plate? This fresh and light potato salad is served with a herby green goddess dressing for an easy side that's bound to outshine main course.
Green frittata
This easy Monday night meal is a great way to get a big hit of vegetables. Talk about starting off the week on the right foot.
Bean, pea and lentil salad
Rare beef and cool greens freekeh bowl
If you're a freak for freekeh, this superbowl is definitely for you. Tasty, nutritious and filling, it ticks all the boxes.
Ricotta and mint fritters
Quick and easy to make, these fritters will easily become a dinner table favourite.
Not quite pickled cucumbers with green goddess dressing
Craving a simple, uncomplicated summer side? Well this recipe by Tom Walton is perfect for you. It's flavorful, light and fresh; and will guarantee to keep you cool as a cucumber.
Green bean, fig and feta salad
A healthy and light salad with a fruity, fig flavour.