Summer

The perfect option for an alfresco lunch in the sun – serve it with crunchy bread as a meal on its own, or as a delicious side for grilled pork chops or barbecued chicken

Charring watermelon adds a smokiness that works really well in savoury dishes. Don’t be tempted to cut the slices any thinner or you’ll risk the fruit cooking all the way through and softening before the watermelon chars on the outside. This recipe makes a generous quantity of dressing, but better to have too much than too little

A deliciously creamy iced vegan treat for a hot summer’s day

This rainbow-coloured slaw is coated in a nutty soy and ginger dressing and is topped with toasted cashews for added crunch. Any Asian-style meat, fish or tofu will complement its flavours perfectly

This tasty houmous makes a delicious dig-in starter or a light lunch

A tangy dressing packed with summer herbs is so much fresher than the traditional rich mayonnaise coating

Savoury granola adds a great crunch to this salad. The recipe makes more granola than you need but it stores well; try sprinkling it over soups, salads or roasted veggies for added flavour and texture

A tropical fruit salad to brighten up your morning or a refreshing end to a meal

This sauce goes well with so many things. Drizzle on fish; stir through new potatoes or use to top a bowl of soup