# eatyourgreens > Nourish your body and soul ## Posts - [Lighter Moussaka with added Lentils](https://eatyourgreens.uk/lighter-moussaka-with-added-lentils/): A lighter moussaka with lentils and extra vegetables, more affordable and healthier but with all the classic warm spice and flavour. - [Fresh Creamed Horseradish Sauce](https://eatyourgreens.uk/fresh-creamed-horseradish-sauce/): A simple, fresh creamed horseradish sauce made with real horseradish root - the perfect match for roast beef, and so much better than a jar. - [Apple and Nut Crumble Bars](https://eatyourgreens.uk/apple-and-nut-crumble-bars/): Cosy apple and nut crumble bars made with warming spices, dates, and oats - the perfect grab-and-go autumn snack or dessert. - [Roasted Tomato Soup with Croutons](https://eatyourgreens.uk/roasted-tomato-soup-with-croutons/): This roasted tomato soup with croutons is deeply rich, silky smooth, and ready to warm you from the inside out. The best way to use summer's ripe tomatoes. - [Homemade Fresh Tomato Pizza Sauce](https://eatyourgreens.uk/homemade-fresh-tomato-pizza-sauce/): Make the most of a garden tomato glut with this quick homemade fresh tomato pizza sauce. Ready in 25 minutes and keeps for two weeks - it beats a jar every time. - [Tomato Tart with Mustard Shallots](https://eatyourgreens.uk/tomato-tart-with-mustard-shallots/): This tomato tart with mustard shallots makes a beautiful summer lunch. Crisp mustard pastry, sweet shallots and seasonal tomatoes. Whether eating in the garden at home or taking to a picnic, this tart is a stunner. - ["Swicy" Tomato and Chilli Jam](https://eatyourgreens.uk/swicy-tomato-and-chilli-jam/): This recipe for "swicy" tomato and chilli jam uses a lot of ingredients that are bang on season in the garden right now in August. From red tomatoes and chillies to dried fennel seeds. - [Fresh Tomato and Oregano Fritters with Yoghurt](https://eatyourgreens.uk/fresh-tomato-and-oregano-fritters-with-yoghurt/): Delicious, golden-brown fresh tomato and oregano fritters served on a bed of creamy Greek yoghurt and dill—the perfect light and fresh summer lunch. - [Warm Green Beans with Lemon and Parmesan](https://eatyourgreens.uk/warm-green-beans-with-lemon-and-parmesan/): Seasonal warm green beans with lemon and parmesan - a versatile side dish ready in 10 mins that pairs well with almost any main course. When steamed quickly, they maintain their beautiful vibrant green. Still warm and tossed in the punchy vinaigrette, they not only taste great, but they look great as well! - [Refreshing courgette, coconut and lime ice](https://eatyourgreens.uk/refreshing-courgette-coconut-and-lime-ice/): Refreshing courgette coconut and lime ice - a cross between an ice cream and a sorbet - creamy coconut and fresh courgette with lime zing - [Stuffed Courgette Slice with Leftovers](https://eatyourgreens.uk/stuffed-courgette-slice-with-leftovers/): This recipe for stuffed courgette slice with leftovers transforms the oversized veg into a delicious, no‑waste dinner that makes the most of whatever leftovers you have in the fridge. A clever, comforting way to use up those giant courgettes and turn leftovers into something new. - [Stir-fried Courgette and Sesame Seeds](https://eatyourgreens.uk/stir-fried-courgette-and-sesame-seeds/): Light stir‑fried courgette and sesame seeds with sweet-savoury Asian flavours. A super‑quick vegetable side to accompany your Chinese meal - [Courgette and Feta Savoury Muffins](https://eatyourgreens.uk/courgette-and-feta-savoury-muffins/): Enjoy these Courgette and Feta Savoury Muffins at your next picnic. Packed with herbs and sun-dried tomatoes, they make a great addition to any summertime outdoor feast. - [Courgette Chutney with Warm Spices](https://eatyourgreens.uk/courgette-chutney-with-warm-spices/): This courgette chutney with warm spices is fragrant and full of aromatic flavours, turning a simple glut‑busting preserve into something that goes with so many dishes. - [Quick and Tangy Pickled Courgettes](https://eatyourgreens.uk/quick-and-tangy-pickled-courgettes/): If you're looking for a simple way to use up a glut of courgettes and extend their season, this is a great recipe. Taking just minutes to prepare, the quick and tangy pickled courgettes will last up to 3 months jarred in the fridge - [Courgette and Sweet Potato Frittata](https://eatyourgreens.uk/courgette-and-sweet-potato-frittata/): Roasted courgette and sweet potato with a creamy egg filling, topped with blue cheese and cooked until deliciously golden. - [Summer Vegetable Simple Ratatouille](https://eatyourgreens.uk/summer-vegetable-simple-ratatouille/): Served just warm, this easy Summer Ratatouille is such a versatile side dish celebrating seasonal vegetables at their best. - [Easy Courgette Gratin with Creamy Béchamel & Melted Cheese](https://eatyourgreens.uk/easy-courgette-gratin-with-creamy-bechamel-melted-cheese/): This really is a decadent, creamy dish, but at the same time, we're packing it full of courgettes to ease our conscience. Served as a standalone dish with a crisp salad, or as a satisfying side dish to accompany your barbecued meat. - [Chicken, Courgette and Mushroom Stroganoff](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chicken-courgette-and-mushroom-stroganoff/): When courgettes are abundant in the garden, this chicken, courgette and mushroom stroganoff is the perfect way to put a family favourite dish on the table in 30 minutes for a delicious weeknight dinner. Simply serve with rice or pasta. - [Summertime Courgette and Chickpea Falafels](https://eatyourgreens.uk/summertime-courgette-and-chickpea-falafels/): These Summertime courgette and chickpea falafels are quick to mix, easy to cook, and a brilliant way to use up courgettes when they’re coming thick and fast. Whether you’re building a mezze platter, prepping lunchboxes, or you just want a simple vegetarian starter that feels light yet satisfying. Served with a simple, cool and fresh tzatziki sauce, they make the perfect summertime small plate. A versatile summer plate There’s something about summer that makes me crave lighter, fresher meals. The kind you can pile into a bowl, tuck into a wrap, or serve alongside a simple salad in the garden. These […] - [Easy Courgette Lemon and Poppy Seed Loaf Cake](https://eatyourgreens.uk/easy-courgette-lemon-and-poppy-seed-loaf-cake/): This is what you want from Summertime baking. My easy courgette lemon and poppy seed loaf cake won't have you slaving in a hot kitchen for long, but the results are delicious. The perfect combination of moist cake, from the courgette and almond flour, the zing of the lemon, and the crunch of the poppy seeds. All topped with a simple, sweet lemon glaze. - [Simple Baked Risotto with Courgette and Tomato](https://eatyourgreens.uk/simple-baked-risotto-with-courgette-and-tomato/): The beauty of this simple baked risotto with courgette and tomato, is that you leave it in the oven to work its magic - no standing at the hob stirring for nearly half an hour. Perfect midweek family dinner. - [Courgette Pesto and Walnut Lasagne](https://eatyourgreens.uk/courgette-pesto-and-walnut-lasagne/): Light, creamy courgette, pesto and walnut lasagne made with mascarpone and homemade pesto. A fresh, summery twist on classic comfort food. - [Wholesome Courgette and Carrot Muffins](https://eatyourgreens.uk/wholesome-courgette-and-carrot-muffins/): Served plain for breakfast or topped with cream cheese icing, these courgette and carrot muffins make a delicious Summer treat. - [Stuffed Courgette Flowers with Ricotta and Herbs](https://eatyourgreens.uk/stuffed-courgette-flowers-with-ricotta-and-herbs/): Stuffed courgette flowers with ricotta and herbs are a true summer delicacy, bound to wow any dinner guest. - [Mediterranean Courgette and Feta Pie](https://eatyourgreens.uk/mediterranean-courgette-and-feta-pie/): Whether it's for a filling lunch, a midweek family dinner, or part of a Mezze feast, this Mediterranean courgette and feta pie is a crowd-pleaser. It's a twist on the classic Greek dish Spanakopita. - [Quick raw courgette salad](https://eatyourgreens.uk/quick-raw-courgette-salad/): This salad is so simple it's almost rude to call it a recipe! Thin strips of courgette, with oil, lemon, chopped mint, sprinkled with chilli flakes. Simple perfection. - [Baked Turkey and Courgette Meatballs](https://eatyourgreens.uk/baked-turkey-and-courgette-meatballs/): These turkey and courgette meatballs in tomato sauce are so easy to make. A healthy weeknight family meal ready in just over 30 minutes. - [Jammy Courgettes and Ricotta on Sourdough](https://eatyourgreens.uk/jammy-courgettes-and-ricotta-on-sourdough/): Slow-cooked courgettes - sweet, tender, and slightly spicy. Piled onto creamy ricotta and a crunchy slice of sourdough. A simple yet elegant Summertime lunch dish. - [Fish tacos with fennel coleslaw](https://eatyourgreens.uk/fish-tacos-with-fennel-coleslaw/): Fish tacos coated in crumbs made from crushed tortilla chips make extra crunchy tacos. Served with a fresh, crunchy fennel coleslaw. All wrapped in tortilla with the usual sides. - [Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://eatyourgreens.uk/sea-salt-chocolate-chip-cookies/): These sea salt chocolate chip cookies have crisp, golden edges, soft and chewy centres, and plenty of chocolate in every bite. A light sprinkle of sea salt at the lifts the umami flavour, giving them that slightly more grown-up feel without losing their comfort. - [Chocolate Guinness and Beetroot Muffins](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chocolate-guinness-and-beetroot-muffins/): Rich with chocolate, moist and malty with Guinness, sweetened and slightly earthy with the beetroots, and topped with cream cheese icing. Whether you're Irish or not, you'll be wanting to reach for one of these chocolate Guinness and beetroot muffins. They even look like a mini pint of the black stuff!! - [Extra Moist Lemon Drizzle Cake with a Soft, Tender Crumb](https://eatyourgreens.uk/extra-moist-lemon-drizzle-cake-with-a-soft-tender-crumb/): With the right balance of sweetness and lemon zing, this extra-moist lemon drizzle cake has a super soft, tender crumb. Whether it's for afternoon tea, or serving a slice after dinner, it'll be tough to resist. - [Cajun Salmon with Mexican Salad](https://eatyourgreens.uk/cajun-salmon-with-mexican-salad/): Cajun salmon with Mexican salad, a quick and healthy lunch on the table in 20 minutes. Or served alongside some rice or roasted sweet potato and you have a more filling evening meal. - [Chickpeas and Spinach with Feta on Toast](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chickpeas-and-spinach-with-feta-on-toast/): This is a recipe for a quick lunchtime plate of garlicy sourdough topped with zesty whipped feta cheese, smoky chickpeas and spinach - [Simple Overnight Rosemary and Sea Salt Focaccia](https://eatyourgreens.uk/simple-overnight-rosemary-and-sea-salt-focaccia/): Simple overnight rosemary and sea salt foaccia, great served as a starter dipped in balsamic vinegar and olive oil, or as a side to your Italian dinner. - [Chinese New Year Kung Pao Chicken](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chinese-new-year-kung-pao-chicken/): I'm adding a few extra vegetables to the authentic Chinese recipe for this Chinese New Year Kung Pao Chicken. Served with steamed rice, on the table in under an hour, this is a great homemade alternative to a takeaway favourite. - [Cacio e Pepe Risotto - the perfect Valentine's dinner](https://eatyourgreens.uk/cacio-e-pepe-risotto/): If you want to say "I love you" with a dish, nothing says it better than something you have lovingly stirred for over 20 minutes. Which makes this Cacio e Pepe Risotto perfect for a Valentine's dinner or lunch. It's one of the creamiest risottos you'll ever make, finished with plenty of Pecorino cheese and butter - and of course, more pepper! - [Baked Peppers with Turkey and Black Bean Chilli](https://eatyourgreens.uk/baked-peppers-with-turkey-and-black-bean-chilli/): Make the most of leftover chilli or Bolognese to make a great lunch or dinner. Take roasted pepper halves, stuff them with the chilli, top with cheese, bake and serve on a bed of vegetables, nuts, and grains. No wastage, little time in the kitchen, and you're rewarded with a hearty, healthy meal, ready in just over 30 minutes. - [Fibre and protein lunchtime bowl your way](https://eatyourgreens.uk/fibre-and-protein-lunchtime-bowl-your-way/): I've called this recipe 'fibre and protein lunchtime bowl your way' because with this recipe there are really no rules. I'm providing some guidance on flavours to put together. This is truly a bowl you can make your own. - [Spiced and Baked Chicken Meatballs](https://eatyourgreens.uk/spiced-and-baked-chicken-meatballs/): With a combination of Spanish and Italian flavours and a hint of spice. These spiced and baked chicken meatballs, tossed in a tomato sauce and served over pasta, is the perfect weeknight no mess dish. - [Salad of Warm Vegetables, Lentils and Halloumi](https://eatyourgreens.uk/salad-of-warm-vegetables-lentils-and-halloumi/): It can be hard to constantly think of hearty, warming and nutritious meals you can throw together at lunchtime. That's when this Winter warmer bowl steps in. A salad of warm vegetables, lentils and halloumi made with veg you have in the fridge is the perfect solution. Filling, healthy, nutritious. It'll keep you full until dinnertime - plus there will be leftovers. - [How to cook dried chickpeas](https://eatyourgreens.uk/how-to-cook-dried-chickpeas/): f you're looking for how to cook dried chickpeas - with no overnight soaking - it's a game-changer. Try it once, and you won't look back. Dried chickpeas cooked in a pressure cooker give you a much creamier and meatier texture. Batch-cook and freeze in 'cans'. - [Creamy Lentil and Carrot Soup](https://eatyourgreens.uk/creamy-lentil-and-carrot-soup/): A creamy, vibrant Red Lentil and Carrot Soup that’s perfect for January. Healthy, budget-friendly, and naturally vegan—the ultimate winter comfort bowl. - [Overnight Sourdough Bread](https://eatyourgreens.uk/overnight-sourdough-bread/): As did a lot of people, I started making sourdough during Covid. My ‘Mother’ is now 5 years strong, and I refresh her and bake roughly twice a week. With two French men at home – my husband and son – we get through a lot of bread! I’ve had my share of failures, but a reasonable amount of wins. I’m pleased to say with patience my success rates have definitely improved and I’m sure with practice you’ll also nail it. The ‘Mother’ Anyone who has baked sourdough will be in the know when I say ‘Mother’. For those who are […] - [Creamy Chocolate Log for Christmas](https://eatyourgreens.uk/creamy-chocolate-log-for-christmas/): For a simple but impressive and tasty dessert at Christmas, you can't go wrong with a chocolate sponge filled with Chantilly cream. My recipe for creamy chocolate log for Christmas is a crowd pleaser, but won't have you slaving away for hours. It also keeps really well in the fridge, so it will last you through the festivities. - [Celeriac soup with garlic croutons](https://eatyourgreens.uk/celeriac-soup-with-garlic-croutons/): Celeriac has many uses in cooking, and whilst it might not be very pretty on the outside it's super tasty on the inside. In its raw state, the creamy punchy sauce sits well with the earthy notes of the vegetable that is the sole star of the show. Often served during the festive season alongside cold meats, the crunchy side complements any buffet table. - [Celeriac Remoulade - your new Christmas coleslaw](https://eatyourgreens.uk/celeriac-remoulade/): Celeriac has many uses in cooking, and whilst it might not be very pretty on the outside it's super tasty on the inside. In its raw state, the creamy punchy sauce sits well with the earthy notes of the vegetable that is the sole star of the show. Often served during the festive season alongside cold meats, the crunchy side complements any buffet table. - [Easy Curried Parsnip Soup with Chilli Oil](https://eatyourgreens.uk/easy-curried-parsnip-soup-with-chilli-oil/): Warm up with this Curried Parsnip Soup featuring turmeric, ginger, and cumin. Waiting for frost-harvested parsnips makes the sweetest base, topped off with a home-grown dried chilli oil for the ultimate winter comfort meal. - [Gut-Friendly Quick Pickled Red Cabbage](https://eatyourgreens.uk/gut-friendly-quick-pickled-red-cabbage/): This piquant gut-friendly quick pickled red cabbage is the perfect accompaniment to so many dishes. Its sharp, tangy flavour contrasts well with the richness of meat or cheese. This recipe makes the ideal side-dish on Boxing Day at Christmas. Not only bringing a beautiful jewelled colour to the table, but also it’s got so many health benefit it can help counteract our slight indulgences at the Festive time. It’s all about the balance right?! Dipping your toe in the fermentation water This quick-pickled red cabbage recipe doesn’t claim to be Sauerkraut, by any stretch of the imagination. However, the longer you […] - [Pasty Pie - a reimagined classic](https://eatyourgreens.uk/pasty-pie-a-reimagined-classic/): This is my take on the Cornish classic - the pasty. This is now not only a favourite in Cornwall, but all over the UK. There are various weird and wonderful flavours adaptations, but there's only one true pasty filling: potato; turnip; onion; chuck steak/skirt beef; and seasoning. Pasty pie is definitely one of the simple pleasures in life, and a great addition to anyone's pie collection. - [Chocolate Fudge Cake](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chocolate-fudge-cake/): I wanted to make a true chocolate cake. Nothing added, just pure unadulterated fudgy chocolatey-ness! I came across a simple typed up recipe in my file with minimal instructions, and I had a feeling it was one of my friends’ mum’s recipes from 40 years ago. With that first bite I knew it was. I was taken straight back to my early teens and the perfect chocolate fudge cake that she used to serve slightly warmed up for extra gooiness. - [Apple & Ginger Oat Crumble](https://eatyourgreens.uk/apple-ginger-oat-crumble/): Autumn comfort is redefined with this apple & ginger oat crumble. Oats add fibre & protein, warming ginger aids digestion. Perfect for Bramley apple season - [Sloe Gin](https://eatyourgreens.uk/sloe-gin/): As the saying goes… “it’s always 6 o’clock somewhere”! Which in my parents’ house normally meant it was time for a gin and tonic. Summertime would be a zesty long drink. But in the wintertime, there is something special and festive about a sloe gin. Whether you like a traditional sloe gin, or with warming aromatics such as bay and star anise, as well as woody botanicals like rosemary. However you drink yours – neat or with tonic, an additional sprig of rosemary, dried orange slice – this recipe will go down a treat! Sloes: a wild hedgerow treasure If you’ve […] - [Roasted Cauliflower Cheese Soup](https://eatyourgreens.uk/roasted-cauliflower-cheese-soup/): Velvety roasted cauliflower cheese soup – a match in heaven. Seasonal simplicity that's budget-friendly, vitamin-packed & freezes beautifully! - [Sticky Beef Mince Stir Fry](https://eatyourgreens.uk/sticky-beef-mince-stir-fry/): Quick Sticky Beef Mince Stir Fry ready in 30 minutes! Budget-friendly one-pan dinner with ginger, gochujang & broccoli. Perfect with rice or noodles for a weeknight dinner. - [Flourless Chocolate Pear Cake](https://eatyourgreens.uk/flourless-chocolate-pear-cake/): With pears in abundance in Autumn, what's the most delicious way to celebrate this quintessentially British autumn fruit? Enter this flourless chocolate pear cake—an amazingly versatile dessert that it can transition effortlessly from a cozy afternoon tea to the grand finale of a dinner party with friends. - [Spiced Butternut Squash Muffins](https://eatyourgreens.uk/spiced-butternut-squash-muffins/): Just one bite of these muffins, and you'll feel the essence of autumn like a comforting hug. With the earthy sweetness of the squash, the warming mix of spices, and topped off with a blanket of cream cheese icing, it's the perfect indulgent treat after a crisp walk whilst snuggled up on the sofa. - [Italian Minestrone Soup](https://eatyourgreens.uk/italian-minestrone-soup/): Italian Minestrone soup is simply comfort in a bowl! Celebrate seasonal vegetables and cupboard staples with one-pot Italian magic that chases away the chill. - [Preserving Summer](https://eatyourgreens.uk/preserving-summer/): Whether you’re lucky enough to have ripe tomatoes or green ones, hot chillis, green un-ripened figs, green herbs or lavender flowers, now is the time for bottling, jarring, and drying, to ensure we capture the essence of these seasonal delights. - [Carrot and Lentil Bolognese](https://eatyourgreens.uk/carrot-and-lentil-bolognese/): If you are looking for a vegetarian alternative to a household favourite then this is the perfect recipe. Bringing together a collection of relatively inexpensive store cupboard ingredients, alongside another staple being the humble carrot, this bolognese requires little work but seriously packs in the flavour. - [Spiced Bramley Apple Chutney](https://eatyourgreens.uk/apple-chutney/): Apple Chutney isn't just about preserving fruit, it's about capturing the essence of autumn in a cupboard favourite that's equal parts sweet, tangy, and gloriously spiced. - [The Best Homemade Tomato Ketchup](https://eatyourgreens.uk/tomato-ketchup/): If you have a glut of homegrown tomatoes or find a bargain in your local shop, this is a great recipe to extend the fresh taste of tomatoes through the entire winter. Using a few simple ingredients, you can create a wholesome version of a store cupboard favourite – and know exactly what you’re eating. - [Butternut Squash and Sage Risotto](https://eatyourgreens.uk/butternut-squash-and-sage-risotto/): This is the perfect autumnal flavour combination. The butternut squash provides natural sweetness, the fresh sage adds its distinctive earthiness, whilst a sprinkling of crispy bacon delivers umami depth that makes this risotto truly satisfying. - [Simple Cheese and Tomato Tart](https://eatyourgreens.uk/simple-cheese-tomato-tart/): This lunchtime recipe is great for when you want a little more than a salad, but with no more effort. Using ripe tomatoes from the garden, layered on top of a bed of freshly made homemade sage pesto, you can throw together this tasty tart in 45 minutes. The only other ingredients needed are a pack of ready-made puff pastry, some shallots, and a big handful of grated cheese. - [The Greenest Kale Pesto](https://eatyourgreens.uk/kale-pesto/): You won't believe the greenness of this pesto! Just one look, and you know it's got to be good for you - and more than that, it tastes so vibrant and fresh. And if like me you struggle to get your husband and family to eat kale, then trust me, this recipe will convert them into instantly into kale eaters. - [Garden Courgette Parmigiana](https://eatyourgreens.uk/courgette-zucchini-parmigiana/): A favourite on any Italian menu is the classic Aubergine Parmigiana. Here, I’m replacing the aubergine with a vegetable I have plenty of during the summer months and into autumn – the courgette. This recipe also makes for a healthier and lighter dish, as we’re not frying but baking. Still with the amazingly rich tomato, umami, classic sauce and the decadent layers of cheese. The perfect lunchtime or dinner dish – and it’s easier on your wallet and your waistline! Courgette Parmigiana: a lighter take on classic Italian comfort With so many courgettes in my garden during the summer months and […] - [Quick Pickled Red Onion Preserve](https://eatyourgreens.uk/quick-pickled-red-onions/): Pickling and fermentation can seem a little daunting, but nothing could be more straightforward than this recipe for quick red onion pickle which goes with a multitude of savoury dishes. Take this easy step into vegetable fermentation and you won’t look back. - [Turkey and Black Bean Chilli](https://eatyourgreens.uk/turkey-black-bean-chilli/): This hearty, one-pot, turkey and black bean chilli recipe is packed with the usual Mexican flavours but we’re upping the protein with turkey mince, fibre-packed black beans, and a rainbow of vegetables. Turning this comfort food favourite into a nutritional powerhouse. - [Mediterranean Fish, Seafood & Fennel Stew](https://eatyourgreens.uk/mediterranean-fish-and-seafood-stew/): Transport yourself to a seaside taverna at the edge of the Mediterranean with this fresh and fragrant fish and seafood stew. Serve this one pot wonder simply with some crusty sourdough bread – and if it’s a special occasion a delightfully crisp and cold white wine. - [Carrot Cake](https://eatyourgreens.uk/carrot-cake/): Just the mention of carrot cake is that perfect blend of vegetable and naughty treat. It’s a recipe we all know and love, and it absolutely HAS to come with cream-cheese icing. That thick, cloud-like topping, which simply oozes creaminess. The grated carrots give the cake a wonderful moist and delicate crumb, and the mix of heady spices, and the crunch of the chopped nuts combine to make the most delectable teatime treat. - [Moroccan Chickpea and Vegetable Tagine](https://eatyourgreens.uk/moroccan-chickpea-and-vegetable-tagine/): If you're searching for an authentic, but relatively simple, one-pot Moroccan chicken dish, then search no further. Packed with vegetables, dates, and aromatic spices, this is a Mediterranean delight and is sure to become a family favourite. - [Carrot and Coriander Soup](https://eatyourgreens.uk/carrot-and-coriander-soup/): Whether you have freshly dug carrots from the garden, or are looking to use up some slightly unloved ones from the fridge, in just over 30 mins, with the addition of the citrusy notes of ground coriander and a final swirl of creaminess, you’ll put a healthy lunch on the table and a smile on the face of all who is lucky enough to get a bowlful. - [Hedgerow Blackberry Jam](https://eatyourgreens.uk/blackberry-jam/): This year they came early, and in abundance. I've never seen so many blackberries in the hedgerows. And when nature throws you blackberries... you make blackberry jam! Three simple ingredients and you will have jars of purple jewels in your cupboard which will be anything you can buy in the shops - hands down. - [Blackberry and lemon drizzle cake](https://eatyourgreens.uk/blackberry-and-lemon-drizzle-cake/): Late summer blackberries meet the zing of lemon in this tasty blackberry and lemon drizzle cake. But this isn't just any drizzle cake, it's tart berries enveloped in a delicately lemon flavoured buttery sponge, topped with the sharp but sweet crunch of the icing drizzle. Perfect for a posh afternoon tea, or after a summer supper alfresco with a dollop of crème fraîche. - [Simple Golden Oat Cookies](https://eatyourgreens.uk/simple-oat-cookies/): If you are looking for a simple and nostalgic oat cookie recipe then you've found it. In 25 minutes you can whip up these sweet treats which are wonderfully chewy, wholesome and a nod back to your childhood. These cookies really do prove that the best things in life really are the simplest. - [Caponata and Cod 'en Papillote'](https://eatyourgreens.uk/caponata-and-cod-en-papillote/): This recipe brings Caponata to the forefront with its sweet and sour combination marrying perfectly with the succulent flakes of cooked cod. Sicilian romance all tied up in a paper parcel. - [Crispy Courgette and Feta Fritters](https://eatyourgreens.uk/courgette-and-feta-fritters-with-whipped-feta/): When summer courgettes are abundant, these golden courgette and feta fritters are the perfect solution. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, they showcase courgette's delicate flavor beautifully. Paired with creamy whipped feta, each bite delivers Mediterranean sunshine. - [Foragers Simple Blackberry Ice Cream](https://eatyourgreens.uk/blackberry-ice-cream/): Whether you are lucky enough to have blackberries in your garden, or a nearby hedgerow, you are in for a relatively cheap and easy treat with these bountiful beauties. With limited hands-on time required, this simple recipe will deliver the tastiest ice-cream with a few simple ingredients – and count towards your 5 a day! - [Creamy Roasted Cherry Tomato Risotto with fresh basil](https://eatyourgreens.uk/creamy-roasted-cherry-tomato-risotto/): Something magical happens when you roast cherry tomatoes. They blister, sweeten, some of them burst, but the end result is always a tray full of bite sized flavour sensations. Add these on top of a creamy, luxurious simple risotto and you have the perfect comforting summertime Italian combination. - [Spiced Roasted Butternut Squash Soup](https://eatyourgreens.uk/roasted-butternut-spiced-squash-soup/): Roasting butternut squash in this soup recipe enhances its natural sweet earthy flavour. Adding the spices turns up the heat a little but then we tone it back down with a creamy swirl of yoghurt right at the end. This blended, velvety soup is topped off with a crunchy addition in the form of dukkah. The perfect lunchtime winter warmer. - [Victoria Sponge with Blackberry Jam](https://eatyourgreens.uk/victoria-sponge-with-blackberry-jam-mascarpone-cream/): It may be a simple cake, but there is something about a light and airy Victoria Sponge that takes you on a trip down memory lane, and brings a smile to anyone who takes a bite. In this recipe, I've filled the sponge with a creamy, slightly sweetened, mascarpone and cream icing married with homemade blackberry jam to create a match made in heaven. - [Chocolate Courgette Brownies](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chocolate-courgette-brownies/): When the courgette season kicks in, it’s difficult to keep up with the different ways to weave them into your main dishes. But what better way to bring additional gooiness to your brownies in the form of a green vegetable?! Whether you’re looking to sneak more vegetables into the children, or simply want a rich indulgent treat, this recipe ensures your courgette surplus doesn’t go to waste. - [Sage Pesto: the alternative to basil](https://eatyourgreens.uk/sage-pesto/): Sage is a hardy herb that appears annually in my garden, and not only that but it grows in abundance. It provides a great way to bring fresh flavours to many of your dishes. Just a few minutes of effort and you'll have a great accompaniment to meat, fish, pasta, risotto, or simply turned into a punchy salad dressing. - [Easy Tuscan-Style Panzanella Salad with sourdough](https://eatyourgreens.uk/panzanella-salad/): This Tuscan-style Panzanella salad is a great way of using up stale bread as well as a glut of tomatoes from the garden. - [Fig Chutney](https://eatyourgreens.uk/fig-chutney/): Fig chutney is a celebration of contrasts. Sweet meets sharp, soft meets bold, all mixed together with a hint of spice. It’s the kind of preserve that elevates a simple sandwich, transforms a cheeseboard, and adds intrigue to roasted meats. - [Spicy Coconut Chicken and Lentil Traybake](https://eatyourgreens.uk/spicy-coconut-chicken-lentil-and-vegetable-traybake/): India’s bold spices take a trip through Thailand’s coconut groves with this blended traybake of fresh flavours. Layered with warming ginger and garlic, add in the heat of fresh chilli, all mellowed with creamy coconut, all brought together and balanced with the earthy notes of the gut-friendly lentils. - [Squid, Chorizo and Tomatoes on Toast](https://eatyourgreens.uk/squid-chorizo-and-cherry-tomatoes-on-toast/): Fresh flavours of the sea meet burstingly sweet, sun drenched tomatoes, with a hint of spice from the chorizo and chilli in this quick but elegant lunchtime dish. All served up on toasted sourdough bread with a sprinkling of aromatic parsley. What is not to love. - [Cumin, Carrot & Lentil Salad](https://eatyourgreens.uk/cumin-roasted-carrot-salad-with-parsley-dressing-and-dukkah/): With its vibrant blend of warmth, crunch, and freshness, this cumin-roasted carrot salad is a lunchtime feast for the senses. Sweet and caramelized carrots take the centre stage, married with the cool crunch of the raw vegetables, brought together with a parsley dressing, and finished off with a final crunch from the dukkah. On top of which, it definitely adds to your 30 plants a week target - 14 on my last count! - [Quick Creamy Houmous](https://eatyourgreens.uk/houmous/): With its creamy, nuttiness, Houmous is possibly the most versatile of dips. Simply by itself with some flatbread or raw vegetables, served alongside a lot of Middle Eastern dishes such as falafel, or in a tasty wrap with salad and grilled halloumi. With protein-packed chickpeas as its base, it’s also healthy and gut-friendly. - [Leftover Roast Chicken Stock](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chicken-stock/): A homemade chicken stock can really make a difference in the depth of flavour to a recipe. Not only that, there are massive health benefits as you extract valuable nutrients from the chicken bones by slowly boiling them in a broth with a mix of herbs and vegetables. It’s also a great way to use up vegetable scraps or slightly ‘wonky’ vegetables. I typically make a chicken stock after a Sunday roast dinner. Health benefits of chicken stock Homemade chicken stock is far more than a cooking base—it’s a nutritional powerhouse. With cultures around the world recognising its healing properties for […] - [Cod, Chorizo and Lentil Summer Stew](https://eatyourgreens.uk/cod-chorizo-and-lentil-summer-stew/): Who says that stews are just for winter? This cod, chorizo and lentil dish is proof that a hearty bowl of stew can also be light, vibrant, and perfect for warmer days and nights. Whether you’re dining with friends al fresco, or simply looking for a nourishing dinner after a warm day, you can’t go wrong with this satisfying one-pot dish. - [Lavender and Lemon Shortbread Biscuits](https://eatyourgreens.uk/lavender-and-lemon-shortbread-biscuits/): With striking deep purple flowers, lavender is a grown widely for attracting the local bees and supporting honey production. Not only is lavender a beautiful addition to any border, but once dried and preserved the flowers can be used in your kitchen. Here we elevate a simple shortbread with notes of lavender and lemon to create a tasty teatime treat. - [Dukkah - the Middle Eastern nut and spice blend](https://eatyourgreens.uk/dukkah/): Dukkah (or Duqqa) is an Egyptian and Middle Eastern blend of nuts, seeds and spices that is traditionally used as a dip with olive oil and bread. The nuts and spices of choice are toasted and then either pounded in a pestle and mortar, as it was traditionally, or blended to a coarse mix in a blender. Not only can it be used as a dip, but its fragrant flavours and crunch make it a versatile addition to various dishes. - [Rocket (Arugula) and Basil Pesto](https://eatyourgreens.uk/rocket-and-basil-pesto/): This is a vibrant, peppery version on a classic basil pesto – and likely to save you a little money. Whilst a jar of readymade pesto is extremely handy as a store cupboard staple, nothing compares to the flavours of the freshly made version. And with no hidden ingredients. Use in swirled through pasta dishes, as the basis of a salad dressing, swirled into minestrone soup, or spread onto toasted sourdough. - [Fennel and Rocket (Arugula) Salad](https://eatyourgreens.uk/shaved-fennel-and-rocket-arugula-salad/): If you’re looking for a light, crunchy, and effortlessly elegant salad, then this shaved fennel and rocket (arugula) salad should be top of your list. With literally a handful of ingredients, and minimal effort, you can have a crispy salad, or the perfect side, ready on the table in a few minutes. Ideal for when you’re looking for something a little special but you’re short on time. - [Chicken, Chickpea & Sweet Potato Curry](https://eatyourgreens.uk/chicken-chickpea-sweet-potato-curry/): This medium-spiced, vibrant chicken, chickpea & sweet potato curry proves budget-friendly cooking can be absolutely delicious. Tender chicken, protein-packed chickpeas, and caramelized sweet potato come together in a fragrant sauce built from aromatic dried spices. Creamy coconut milk mellows the bold flavours while juicy tomatoes and spinach add extra nutrition and colour. It’s a genuinely satisfying one-pot meal that stretches your budget without compromising on taste or health. Budget-Friendly comfort in a bowl Sometimes the most satisfying dinners are the ones that prove you don’t need to break the bank to eat incredibly well. This vibrant curry brings together tender chicken, […] - [Celeriac and Chicken Risotto](https://eatyourgreens.uk/celeriac-and-chicken-risotto/): In need of a winter warmer that elevates a simple root vegetable and makes use of leftover roast chicken? Then you’re in the right place. With little effort, you can transform the gnarly celeriac into a elegant and hearty dinner dish. With the added bonus of also using up the remainders of your Sunday roast chicken. This celeriac and chicken risotto recipe is a great one-pot weekday dish. - [Moroccan Chicken and Vegetable Tagine](https://eatyourgreens.uk/moroccan-chicken-and-vegetable-tagine/): If you're searching for an authentic, but relatively simple, one-pot Moroccan chicken dish, then search no further. Packed with vegetables, dates, and aromatic spices, this is a Mediterranean delight and is sure to become a family favourite. ## Pages - [Home](https://eatyourgreens.uk/): Celebrate the simple pleasure of home-cooked meals with seasonal, nourishing recipes for everyday life — made to feed your body, soothe your soul, and bring people together. - [Privacy Policy](https://eatyourgreens.uk/privacy-policy/): Who we are Effective Date: September 2025 Welcome to Eat Your Greens —where recipes meet stories, and every dish has a tale to tell. 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