Budget spring recipes

This simple soup makes the most of Spring veg and will become a favourite standby for a quick lunch or supper

Enjoy our crowd-pleasing pasta with sardines and gremolata. With added nutrients thanks to the sardines, it's a healthy dish that's low on calories and fat

Go meat-free with this moreish tofu-based dish served with rice and green beans. The braise is loaded with heat and umami flavour for the tofu to soak up

Make the most of budget-friendly carrots with this colourful veggie tart, topped with lemon rind curls and homemade carrot-top pesto

This new take on roast chicken, all baked in one pan, is set to become a My Good Food favourite

Enjoy these bean-based meatballs made with cannellini or butter beans. They provide a big protein boost without the need for meat

Add kimchi to give standard fried rice a spicy umami kick in this veggie supper for two. Low in fat and calories, it takes just 25 minutes to make

Try this healthy pilaf filled for an easy midweek meal. With cashew nuts, veg and spices, it's not only tasty but budget-friendly too. Top with coriander chutney

Do something different for dinner, with our vegan noodle, tofu, green bean and spring onion stir-fry. It's quick and healthy, plus it's budget-friendly too

Make this versatile traybake for a hearty family meal. Filling and full of fuss-free, flavourful ingredients, this is budget-friendly food at its best

Serve your choice of pasta with ham and a vivid green sauce made from peas, mint and crème fraîche

Combine the classic flavours of chicken and chorizo with kale and rice for a substantial yet speedy dinner, taking less than 20 minutes to make

Bake this wholesome pie for one which takes just 40 minutes from prep to plate. It's a good choice if you're on a budget

Substitute rice for orzo pasta to make this risotto-style 'orzotto', packed with pancetta and peas. It makes a lovely and quick midweek meal for the family

Casseroles aren't just for winter – this light, vibrant one-pot is packed with spring veg and herby pesto

Pop all the ingredients for this lemon roasted chicken into a roasting tin. With asparagus and peas, the colours and flavours sing spring

Get all your ingredients ready before you start making this rice, eggs and spring greens dish – once you start cooking it can be on the table in 10 mins

Enjoy this three bean minestrone soup as a healthy lunch or supper. Full of protein, it will keep you going through the day and contains 3 of your 5-a-day

The parmesan 'tuiles' make this soup stylish enough for entertaining – but they take just a few minutes to make

Put some spring into your pasta, with this fresh yet simple supper idea. It's on the table in under half an hour and is low-fat too

This rustic broth is deliciously meaty and worth cooking a gammon for, or using up leftover ham

Serve up these fragrant and light noodles with chicken, beansprouts and cabbage in 30 minutes. With fiery ginger and red chilli, it's full of flavour

Make these easy tuna, sweetcorn and spring onion fritters for a family-friendly meal. They're versatile and can be served for brunch, lunch or dinner

Make this simple pasta dish using whatever you’ve got to hand, including different pasta shapes, beans or chopped tomatoes. You can leave out the chilli if you prefer