5-minute recipes

A fresh, speedy couscous recipe for two, topped with pomegranate seeds and roast turkey slices. An ideal store cupboard supper you can plate up in minutes

A super quick version of this flavoursome Thai green curry with just 4 ingredients. Our simple prawn and coconut soup is ideal for a midweek meal

This chocolate cake is made entirely in a mug. It requires no weighing, takes 45 seconds to cook and has a melty chocolate centre, perfect for a quick treat

A smooth blended chickpea dip with tahini and garlic that's versatile and good for you, this easy hummus makes a great snack or lunch

A super fast, low fat and low calorie meal using chargrilled veg from the deli counter, red pesto, basil and cheese - ready in 5 minutes

Four ingredients are all you need to make a filling, low calorie supper in minutes

This pasta salad makes a quick and healthy lunch, or is perfect prepared ahead for a picnic or lunchbox

Kids love these fruity pancakes and they're so quick to make with minimal washing-up and no scales required. A cooked breakfast is rarely this easy

Treat yourself to a delightfully easy family dessert - ready in just five minutes

Long day at work? This is the perfect quick meal, one pan, and just a fork to eat!

A lunch-friendly rye bread sandwich with salty cheese and guacamole. Serve with a zesty squeeze of lime

Make the most of the berry season with a glass of fruity goodness

With just five ingredients, this is a great little pud to have up your sleeve when you’re in a hurry

Use raspberries straight from the freezer for a mousse that will unfreeze your tastebuds

Five minutes is all you need to whip up this creamy fish dish, great served as a dip or starter

The omelette is one of the most fundamental dishes in any cook's arsenal, and this recipe will teach you how to get it right every time

Spruce up hummus with coriander, red onion, tomatoes and lemon and stuff into pitta or serve piled on wholegrain or rye bread

These tasty tapas snacks are ready in just 5 minutes, the perfect accompaniment for a drinks party

Turn a pouch of cooked grains, plus three other ingredients, into an easy, vibrant vegetarian meal in just two minutes!

Bear Grylls' chocolatey dessert is so quick to make. If you have unexpected guests, it's sure to be a winner!

A super fast snack, low in fat and refreshingly crunchy

Use up leftover meat from Sunday's roast in this colourful sandwich

Whizz up a low fat breakfast smoothie in no time. Use banana with other soft fruit, plus honey for a little sweetness and oats for slow-release fuel

Create a simple Mediterranean-style supper in under five minutes, with no cooking