9 easy vegan recipes

Bircher muesli

Energy-boosting muesli is a great way to start your morning, with the addition of fruit contributing towards your 5 A Day. Just add dairy-free milk and yogurt and you’re good to go. Choose an unsweetened type that has added calcium. If you’re not a muesli fan, one of our porridge recipes might take your fancy instead.

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Roasted tomato and lentil soup

This bright fruit will count towards your 5-a-day, and this recipe roasts them to bring out all the flavour. Lentils are also a great way to add more fibre to your diet.

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Okra curry

Okra are great for creating African, Indian and Caribbean recipes. This warming recipe uses a variety of herbs and spices, which can add flavour without using salt.

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Stir-fried tofu with pak choi

Tofu is a great heart-healthy way to get protein without the meat and is also a source of fibre. This stir-fry is quick to make and contributes towards your 5-a-day – you can vary the vegetables according to what you have.

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Grilled polenta with herby mushroom medley

This recipe is packed with flavour, thanks to the variety of herbs used. It’s a simple recipe, but make sure you leave an extra 20 minutes near the start for the polenta to cool.

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Roast vegetable and chickpea tagine

Packed with vegetables, this recipe is both easy and great for your health. Using a low-salt stock cube is a great way to reduce your salt intake, too.

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Tuscan bean and vegetable stew

Beans are a great plant-based alternative to meat, as they’re cheap, filling and packed with protein. This recipe is full of them as well as being low in saturated fat and salt, so you can rest assured that it’s heart-healthy.

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Hot spiced pears

The perfect dessert to round off a special meal, this has fruit, wine and just a little added sugar.

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Jewelled couscous salad

It’s important to eat a rainbow of fruit and vegetables, and this delicious salad will brighten up any meal.

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