20 Sunday dinner ideas

Chicken pasta bake in an oven dish with a plate of a serving next to it

1. Nduja lasagne

nduja lasagne with a slice cut out on a spatular ready to be served

Put a spicy twist on a classic with the help of nduja. This brings an extra richness to the comforting flavours of a traditional lasagne. It's a great dish for those larger family meals. Enjoy with a fresh green salad on the side.

2. Harissa roast salmon with lemon & chickpea couscous

Whole harissa salmon on a bed of lemon and chickpea couscous

Take a trip to the Middle East with a whole harissa spiced salmon served with tangy citrus and currant couscous. This fragrant and fresh dish is perfect for feeding a crowd.

3. Slow cooker gochujang short ribs with apple slaw

Gochujang short ribs with apple slaw served on a plate

These slow-cooked ribs are juicy and tender, and pair brilliantly with the apple slaw. Put the ribs on earlier in the day and leave to cook. It's a great dish if you are entertaining.

4. Vegetarian enchiladas

vegetarian enchiladas in a white oven dish

Pack protein, veggies and flavour into these vegetarian enchiladas, filled with nutritious ingredients and a real crowd pleaser. This comforting, cheesy dish is great for a family dinner.

5. Spatchcock peri-peri chicken

spatchcock peri peri chicken on a wooden board

Butterflying a whole chicken helps to keep it keep it juicy during grilling and is a great way of feeding a number of people. Serve with a colourful salad and serve alfresco on a summery Sunday evening.

6. No-fuss shepherd's pie

shepherd's pie in an oven dish with a corner serving taken out

If you wanted, you could make up this dish way in advance, freeze and then defrost and reheat for a fuss-free Sunday evening. It's a great hack if you've had a busy weekend and need a nutritious meal in a hurry.

7. Leek, cheese & potato pie

Make the best of leeks with this cheesy, mustardy pie, topped with crumbly pastry. Add a salad on the side for a filling family meal that's a great way to end a long week.

8. Chicken arrabbiata stew with parmesan dumplings

chicken arrabbiata stew with parmesan dumplings in an oval oven dish with a black serving spoon in the dish

Take the humble stew and give it an Italian twist with tomato alla arrabbiata and parmesan dumplings. It's easy to make and a real comforter that can be shared among the family.

9. Bean & halloumi stew

Storecupboard ingredients are all you need for this delicious vegetarian stew, packed with beans and topped with fried halloumi. Serve with garlic bread on the side to mop everything up.

10. Cod & chorizo stew

For an easy Sunday family meal, this cod and chorizo stew can be made in under half an hour, giving you time back with the people that matter most. You also only need a handful of ingredients that you may well already have at home.

11. Butternut squash & sage risotto

Pasta bowl of butternut squash risotto and sage risotto

Served with whole chunks of squash and crispy sage leaves for a pop of colour, this risotto is easy to make and can be adapted to your tastes. To make this filling risotto vegan, you can use a vegan parmesan and plant-based butter.

12. Kedgeree fish pie

Kedgeree is a smoked, curried fish dish that we've adapted here to create a new take on a classic fish pie. If you like the subtle spicing and smokiness of the traditional dish, you'll love the flavours of this mash-topped pie.

13. Courgette curry

To limit any waste from this dish, we use the courgette seeds to bulk out the sauce. Serve with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan bread for a comforting end to a long week.

14. Lentil & sweet potato cottage pie

For a hearty, meat-free dinner for the whole family, serve up this vegan version of an English classic. The rich umami sauce is made with soy and mustard powder, and pumpkin seeds add a good crunch.

15. Spiced salmon with traybaked sag aloo

For a Sunday meal that's packed with omega-3 and ideal for feeding a crowd, try this spicy salmon traybake which uses the classic Indian side dish sag aloo. Serve with a wedge of lemon for a final citrus burst to really complete this meal.

16. Chicken pasta bake

Chicken pasta bake in an oven dish next to a plate with a single serving

Have a warm and cheesy ending to your weekend with this chicken pasta bake. It's easy to serve straight from the dish, and why not add a green salad or garlic bread on the side for a filling family meal.

17. Sausage & mushroom ragu

This sausage and mushroom ragu is packed full of veg and is easy to scale up if you've got more mouths to feed. Serve with couscous or mash potato and portion up any leftovers for lunch the next day.

18. Tempeh traybake

Tempeh is a nutrient-rich plant protein made from fermented soya beans that's easy to digest. This traybake is so easy to make and will have minimal washing-up, meaning a easy Sunday night clean up.

19. Turkey meatloaf

Turkey meatloaf with two cut slices at the end served in a bed of barbecue cannellini beans

Using ground turkey makes a lighter version of an American classic. Served with barbecue-flavoured cannelloni beans, it's a low-fat, high-protein meal that the whole family will love.

20. Slow cooker chicken tikka masala

plate of tikka masala next to a bowl of white rice

If you've got plans during the day, put this chicken tikka masala on to cook in the morning so it's ready to serve when you're back. Serve with rice and naan bread, and portion up any leftovers for the next day or freeze. Also, check out our kala masala roast chicken recipe.