
Basil recipes
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Tomato & basil soup
Combine fruity sundried tomatoes with tinned tomatoes to make this rich tomato soup with a homemade basil pesto – perfect for the depths of winter.
Tomato & basil sauce
Save time and money with this simple and easy tomato pasta sauce. It's also goes well with meat or fish, as well as a pizza topping.
Roasted tomato, basil & parmesan quiche
A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden
Silvana's Mediterranean & basil pasta
Silvana Franco's fast, easy and healthy vegetarian pasta is perfect for a midweek meal
Baked tomato, mozzarella & basil risotto
Imagine all the best bits of arancini – a golden, crunchy exterior; cheesy, oozing rice – in risotto form and you have this moreish baked tomato, mozzarella and basil risotto. It's deliciously comforting
Garlic & basil ciabatta
Perfect as a starter or as a side dish for a dinner party
Bacon, pea & basil macaroni
The perfect summer comfort food - classic macaroni cheese with extra veggies and herbs
Courgette & broad bean risotto with basil pesto
Make this vibrant risotto with courgettes and broad beans to make the most of summer veg. Swirl through homemade pesto for a fabulous starter or main
Barley & broccoli risotto with lemon & basil
Barley and broccoli are packed with vitamins to lower cholesterol and regulate your appetite. This vegan, low-calorie supper will keep you fuller for longer
Lemon cod with basil bean mash
A heart-healthy supper that makes the perfect midweek meal for two
Spaghetti Bolognese with salami & basil
An easy dinner favourite, this spaghetti Bolognese includes added salami and basil for a twist on a classic dish
Basil & olive eggs
Get a boost of protein with eggs stuffed with basil and Kalamata olives. They'd work as a tasty lunch alongside a salad as well as being a healthy vegetarian snack
Pepper & lemon spaghetti with basil & pine nuts
Try this zesty pasta dish for a quick and healthy veggie lunch option. Low in calories, it provides fibre, vitamin C and iron and counts as two of your 5-a-day
Creamy linguine with ham, lemon & basil
Keep the kids happy with this easy, low-fat recipe that's ready in under half an hour
Haddock in tomato basil sauce
A deliciously simple and low fat fish dinner
Mushroom & basil omelette with smashed tomato
A vegetarian breakfast with bite, try this egg dish with cream cheese, herbs and grilled tomatoes
Summer egg salad with basil & peas
Drizzle seasonal greens, new potatoes and eggs with a tangy, herby dressing to make this healthy vegetarian lunch or dinner, packed with iron, folate and fibre
Summer chicken & basil stew
One-pot suppers aren't just for the colder months. This light, fresh stew just needs crusty bread to mop up the juices
Spaghetti with crab, cherry tomatoes & basil
Punchy fresh flavours in a good-for-you-dish are often what you need for a midweek boost. This pasta dish has it all
Baked fish with tomatoes, basil & crispy crumbs
A low-fat traybake supper that's full of flavour. Combine lean white fish with cherry tomatoes, a pesto crumb, green beans and broccoli
Spring vegetable soup with basil pesto
A former magazine cover star, this satisfying soup is special enough for entertaining and easy enough to size down
Mint & basil griddled peach salad
This vegan salad makes a healthy and filling meal, providing 4 of your 5-a-day. Enjoy hearty quinoa, creamy avocado and juicy griddled peaches
Pan-fried sea bass with ratatouille & basil
This restaurant-quality fish supper for two puts a new spin on classic French ratatouille
Italian chicken with ham, basil & beans
A great recipe for the end of the summer, using sweet roasted tomatoes and garlic. Serve with the best crusty bread you can get you hands on