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Adam Liaw’s baked chicken and tomato risotto.

Hack your week with these 18 healthy do-ahead recipes

Put in a few hours to set yourself up for breakfast, lunch and dinner with these make-ahead recipes for every time of day.

This zesty Mexican chicken and rainbow bean salad will keep you going all afternoon.
EASY

Zesty Mexican chicken and rainbow bean salad

This prep-ahead salad keeps its crunch, and tastes just as good on day three as it does on day one.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
This Cherry Ripe-inspired version of overnight Weet-Bix is something you’ll actually look forward to eating.

The endurance of overnight Weet-Bix: Is this viral make-ahead breakfast worth the hype?

The humble Weet-Bix has had a glow-up, becoming a hit with meal-preppers. Here’s everything you need to know, plus a recipe you’ll actually enjoy.

  • Jane de Graaff
Chicken, mango and halloumi salad.
EASY

Chicken, mango and halloumi salad

This protein-rich summer salad, ideal for lunch al desko or a light dinner, will keep you full, satisfied and energised.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
Chicken, mango and halloumi salad.

Beat the mid-afternoon slump with Sarah Pound’s healthy, high-protein lunches

Reclaim your routine with these prep-ahead lunches, designed to keep you fuelled and focused through the busiest days.

  • Sarah Pound
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Satay roast chicken salad.

16 clever recipes to clear the fridge and reset for the new year

In that post-Christmas limbo? Skip the shops and lean on leftovers. These 16 simple meals turn festive remnants and pantry staples into a fresh start.

Danielle Alvarez’s yoghurt-marinated chicken tray bake and potatoes, feta and pomegranate.

21 mix-and-match relaxed, share-friendly dinners to make this week

Special enough to serve to unexpected guests, yet not too finicky for everyday family meals, these crowd-pleasers are fun, fresh, flavourful and festive.

To further boost the protein, add a dressing made with Greek yoghurt, a dollop of mayo, lemon juice and chopped dill.
EASY

Spiced chicken and cous cous salad

Lightly spiced chicken, cous cous and a fistful of fresh herbs combine to create a satisfying meal for lunch or a quick weeknight dinner.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
This colourful vegetarian balance bowl is ideal for lunch al desko or a light dinner.
EASY

Golden halloumi bowl with summer vegetables and risoni

Light enough to be refreshing, yet hearty enough to sustain, this vegetarian salad makes healthy eating effortless.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound
Mediterranean chicken, quinoa and fresh herby salad.
EASY

Mediterranean chicken, quinoa and fresh herby salad

Quick to prepare and packed with fresh flavours, this is the kind of meal that makes healthy eating feel effortless.

  • < 30 mins
  • Sarah Pound