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Banana and Nutella bread is a fuss-free and satisfying treat.

A nutritionist proves banana bread with Nutella can be healthy-ish (and delicious)

From power balls and banana and Nutella bread to a versatile chickpea smash, here are three “better for you” snacks to reach for when hunger hits.

  • Sarah Pound
Prep ahead, then assemble these Mediterranean tuna and whipped hummus crisps to order.
EASY

Sarah Pound’s Mediterranean tuna and whipped hummus lunch crisps

Boost your workday with 30g of protein. These crunchy tuna and avocado tortillas are a speedy make-ahead lunch – crisp the bases, assemble and enjoy.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
Eat the rainbow with this roasted pumpkin, farro, chickpea and golden halloumi salad.
EASY

Roasted pumpkin, farro, chickpea and golden halloumi salad

Caramelised pumpkin and crispy halloumi make this a textured, flavour-packed bowl that keeps you full for hours.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Sarah Pound
Gently spiced lamb and a herb-strewn grain salad make a healthy and satisfying meal.
EASY

Barbecued lamb fillets with Mediterranean chickpea salad

Succulent lamb meets a zesty fibre-rich salad in this nourishing, high-energy dinner that’s as delicious as it is healthy.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
Fragrant Syrian chicken with lemon and pistachio cous cous.
EASY

Fragrant Syrian chicken with lemon and pistachio cous cous

This aromatic Syrian-style braise balances weeknight ease with dinner-party flair. A zesty, nut-studded side dish is its ideal companion.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Sarah Pound
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Eat the rainbow with this colourful salsa-topped hummus.
EASY

Lemony hummus with pomegranate salsa

Vibrant, fibre-rich and incredibly simple, this zesty dip is an ideal low-GI snack for healthy entertaining and slow-release energy.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
Cherry tomato, feta and avocado egg flip.
EASY

Cherry tomato, feta and avocado egg flip

This protein-packed 10-minute meal is an energy-boosting breakfast or light lunch.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound