Mediterranean recipes

A light dish of grilled chicken fillets and authentic salad with Kalamata olives, feta cheese, tomato and mint

Swap a mayonnaise base for cherry tomatoes, olives, roasted red peppers and fresh Italian herbs in this low-fat salad

Transport yourself to a seaside taverna with Mediterranean-inspired deep-fried squid rings and garlicky aïoli. Cooking this is easier than you think

Take just 5 ingredients and create this healthy Mediterranean-style vegetarian bake for a low-calorie, low-fat supper

Spanish-style frittatas, or 'tortilla', are traditionally served in thick slices complete with oozing cheese and a crunchy salad

A healthy Mediterranean-style tray bake with sweet potato, peppers, courgettes and chunky onion

Falling somewhere between a paella and a risotto, this slow-cooked basmati rice pot has deep paprika flavours

Slice up a baguette, toast, then use as a bruschetta base for beans and salty Greek cheese for a healthy bite

A quintessentially Sicilian veggie dish of aubergines, tomatoes, raisins, capers and pine nuts - serve with toasted ciabatta

If you want to make this more substantial, you could serve some prosciutto or Serrano ham with it

Wrap up sustainable white fish in crispy bacon and serve as an all-in-one tray bake with potatoes

Emma Booth won our Home Cooking Month competition with this sumptuous and creamy polenta dish, topped with vibrant roasted squash and beetroot

Wilt fresh greens then serve with crispy breadcrumbs, chilli and garlic for a low-fat, healthy side dish

A colourful all-in-one bake bursting with summer flavour

This spicy seafood recipe makes a fantastic meal for two but can be easily increased for a stylish dinner party starter

This vibrant dish has all the flavours of the Mediterranean for holiday dining at home

A healthy dish, full of sunshine flavours

Keep sliced roasted peppers, puff pastry and artichokes in the freezer and you'll never be stuck for a smart starter again

A 15-minute supper that calls for just five ingredients and won't leave you feeling stuffed!

This is a great little dish for entertaining as you can pre-cook and stuff the mussels several hours ahead of serving

A creamy garlic hit, a perfect dip for steamed spring vegetables

A cool, refreshing combo for warm summer evenings

Squid is cheap, plentiful, quick to cook, and delicious with the classic Italian vegetable dish, caponata

This dish makes the perfect ending to a relaxed dinner party, special yet stress-free