Marathon nutrition

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Prawn jambalaya

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Veggie shepherd’s pie with sweet potato mash

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Chana masala (chickpea curry) with spinach

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Smoked paprika paella with cod & peas

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Walnut & almond muesli with grated apple

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Spinach, sweet potato and lentil dhal with fork on plate

Spinach, sweet potato & lentil dhal

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