Basil recipes

A great gluten-free alternative to pasta. Look out for wheat-free soba noodles too

Great as a dinner party starter and bursting with summer flavours

Herring flesh has a delicate flavour that works well with many fresh herbs, particularly basil

Fresh, zingy flavours at are the heart of this flavourful tofu dish with pineapple and sweet chilli

Gordon Ramsey adds a touch of the exotic with tropical fruits in this great mousse recipe

Whip up a super healthy alternative to beans on toast in 10 minutes flat. This dish is high in fibre too

Impress your friends with these fragrant and juicy prawns - perfect for the barbecue

Cut these carrots lengthways to add interest and different textures to your plate. Adding pesto is an easy way to elevate the flavour of this root veg

A budget rice dish flavoured with rosemary, basil and sweet cherry tomatoes. It's healthy, filling and simple to make – an ideal midweek supper

This alternative pasta bake is great for making in batches- assemble the layers of mascapone, chicken, basil and butternut then freeze or bake

This comforting risotto is perfect for a weekend wind-down for special mid-week meal. Switch mascarpone with cream cheese for a cheaper alternative

Make pizza for the family with a homemade base and tomato sauce. The veggie recipe is perfect to get kids involved in cooking. Top with mozzarella and fresh basil

A slow-cooked chicken casserole with Italian basil flavours that makes a perfect weekend one-pot

No summer soirée is complete without a refreshing jug of Pimm's and with basil ice cubes, this one's extra special

Make the most of courgette and tomatoes in this gratin, with melted mozzarella, fresh basil and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. It's a great freezing dish

Small chickens work brilliantly on the barbecue as they are much quicker and easier to cook

A light and vibrant fish dish with earthy beetroot and lentils, served with basil, rocket and sweet grilled salmon

Puy lentils bulk out this low-calorie vegetarian bake with mozzarella cheese, tomato and basil sauce and roasted aubergines

An Italian-style roasted vegetable gratin with tomato and basil sauce, Parmesan and mozzarella

Add tender, creamy baby onions to your roast beef this Sunday for a taste of comfort food heaven

Add feta and basil to roasted vegetables for a perfect summer side dish. The trick is to cut the veggies the same size, so they cook simultaneously

Whizz up kale, pumpkin seeds, basil and garlic to make this easy kale pesto. It's perfect stirred through wholemeal spaghetti for a healthy vegan meal

For an easy side dish to complement a spring roast, just cook this recipe without the salmon