Low-salt dinner recipes
Skipping the pinch of salt doesn't mean losing any of the flavour of your evening meal. Try experimenting with spices, aromatics and herbs to keep things interesting.
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Moroccan chicken one-pot
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You don't need a clay pot to whip up a fragrant, North Africa tagine - throw it all in a casserole dish and top with feta, mint and lemon
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Barley, chicken & mushroom risotto
- Ready in 1 hr
Love risotto? Try this low-fat version, which swaps traditional risotto rice for pearl barley
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Quinoa stew with squash, prunes & pomegranate
- Ready in 55 mins
Get a dose of iron and protein from this healthy, squash casserole that's full of texture and flavour
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Jamaican grilled fish
- Ready in 30 mins
John Torode's authentic Caribbean marinade of beer, paprika and onion powder is put to best use on sustainable snapper or bream
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Jerk pork & pineapple skewers with black beans & rice
- Ready in 20 mins
Pop these healthy kebabs on a griddle or the BBQ - they're packed with Creole spices and are a lean treat
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Healthier chicken balti
- Ready in 55 mins
A lighter version of the Indian takeaway classic from Angela Nilsen, this tomato-based curry is packed with extra spinach and peppers
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Creamy chicken with asparagus & tarragon
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- Ready in 28 mins
A light and low calorie chicken casserole with silky herb sauce, greens and baby new potatoes
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Cooking with kids: Fajitas
- Ready in 35 mins
Mexican wraps to get the whole family in the kitchen - fill flour tortillas with marinated chicken and peppers
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Spiced bulghar pilaf with fish
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- Ready in 45 mins
Use sustainable white fish in this North African-inspired rice one-pot with harissa and apricot - full of iron, fibre and 2 of your 5 -a-day
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Mushroom stroganoff
- Ready in 30 mins
A few clever substitutions can make this traditional creamy casserole low in fat and calories
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Fisherman’s curry
- Ready in 45 mins
A light version of a classic Keralan fish curry using tomatoes, instead of coconut cream, and firm white fish like cod
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Healthier risotto primavera
- Ready in 1 hr 15 mins
Angela Nilsen works her magic on this favourite Italian rice dish, making it low-fat and nourishing
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Artichoke, red onion & rosemary risotto
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- Ready in 50 mins
Give your risotto a healthy makeover with this easy low-fat recipe
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Spanish seafood pasta
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Italy and Spain collide in this paella-like dish of orzo pasta with chorizo, peas and your seafood of choice
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Bean & pepper chilli
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- Ready in 45 mins
Use your choice of storecupboard pulses in this healthy vegetarian one-pot
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Steamed fish with ginger & spring onion
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- Ready in 30 mins
Take an Asian approach to low-fat cooking - steam fish with pak choi, mirin, garlic and soy and serve topped with coriander
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Squash, lentil & bean one-pot with fig raita
- Ready in 45 mins
Hit your whole 5-a-day with this curried veggie spice-pot, packed with pulses and squash, served with cooling yogurt dip
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Sag aloo
- Ready in 25 mins
Nutritious spinach makes the base for this traditional, healthy Indian side dish, combined with potato and spices
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Pasta with chilli tomatoes & spinach
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A low-fat supper of tasty tomato sauce and penne - wilt down a whole bag of spinach for extra nutrients
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One-pot Moroccan chicken
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- Ready in 30 mins
A North African chicken casserole that's low in fat, packed with veg and flavoured with harissa
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Italian vegetable bake
- Ready in 7 hrs
A vibrant dish for slow cookers, layer summery courgettes, tomatoes and aubergine with bread and mozzarella - irresistible!
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Warm roasted squash and Puy lentil salad
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- Ready in 40 mins
This fresh and vibrant salad makes use of tinned lentils, a store cupboard staple. The result is filling, low-fat and contains all of your five-a-day
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Herby pork with apple & chicory salad
- Ready in 35 mins
A healthy crisp salad served with a low-fat cut of herb-crusted pork - a quick supper that's good for you
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Baked turkey meatballs with broccoli & crispy potatoes
- Ready in 55 mins
Turkey mince is the leanest of its kind and is great rolled up into balls and served with tomato sauce and veg
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Tagliatelle with vegetable ragu
- Ready in 50 mins
This healthy veggie bolognese-style sauce is great served with pasta and crams in 3 of your 5-a-day
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Winter vegetable pie
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One portion of this delicious vegetarian shepherd's pie contains all 5 of your recommended 5-a-day intake
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Light chicken korma
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- Ready in 35 mins
If you want a curry without the calories try replacing cream with yogurt for a diet-friendly treat
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Tandoori tilapia with spicy sweet potato mash & tomato salad
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- Ready in 30 mins
This Indian-influenced grilled fish supper packs in all of your five-a-day in one mildly spiced, light dish
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Lentil ragù
- Ready in 1 hr 30 mins
Struggle to get your five-a-day? This superhealthy ragù will get you four steps closer and can be frozen for extra convenience
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Somerset stew with cheddar & parsley mash
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This family winter warmer is full of flavour and goodness. Adapt for meat lovers by adding sausages
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