
Budget summer recipes
Browse our selection of thrifty summer dishes. These budget-friendly recipes include fresh salads, light pasta, burgers and more.
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Feta, tomato & olive loaded fries
Bake some budget-friendly frozen fries and pile them high with a moreish Greek-inspired topping of feta, olives, tomatoes and cucumber. Great for sharing
Coconut & mango sponge
This thrifty traybake sponge used canned fruit and coconut yogurt. Cut into squares and serve up at a party or cake sale
Creamy fish curry
Whip up a curry-in-a-hurry with this Goan-style mild dish with korma paste, coconut, green beans and sustainable white fish
Air fryer garlic bread
Make garlic bread in the air-fryer to enjoy with pizza or pasta using small baguettes or a ciabatta loaf. You can add cheese, if you like
Piri-piri chicken with spicy rice
Use a lime-spiked spicy marinade to coat thighs and drumsticks then roast and serve with paprika rice for a cheap and healthy supper
Peanut butter & prawn noodle salad
Peanut butter is the secret ingredient in our Asian-style prawn salad. This budget meal takes just 15 minutes to make, so it's ideal for busy weeknights
Sumac turkey-stuffed pittas
Pair subtly spiced sumac turkey meatballs with sweet-and-sour slaw for a vibrant dinner. This recipe takes just 25 minutes to make and is budget-friendly, too
Vegetarian fajitas
For a quick, easy veggie family meal, try these black bean, avocado and pepper fajitas. If you don't have the spices, swap them out for fajita seasoning
Spicy bean burgers with lime yogurt & salsa
These beany veggie burgers are easy to make and the toppings make them wonderfully moist - cook from frozen to save time
Chorizo hummus bowl
Add chorizo and kale to hummus for a dish that's packed with protein and flavour. Drizzle over olive oil and serve with flatbread to make lunch for one
Courgette & cheddar soda bread
This simple loaf is easy to make but big on flavour and texture, with mature cheese, grated courgettes, oats and thyme
Deli-style stuffed falafel wrap
Make this deli-style falafel wrap stuffed with spinach, gherkin, cucumber and red cabbage in just 10 minutes for a quick and easy supper for one
Courgette & caramelised red onion puff pastry tart
Prep this vibrant veggie puff pastry tart easily using courgettes and sweet caramelised red onion – it's a great way to feed the family on a budget
Air fryer sweetcorn fritters
Make some sweetcorn and spring onion fritters for lunch, a starter or a side. They're made with an air-fryer for easy, energy-efficient cooking
Strawberry ice lollies
Make the most of strawberry season with these homemade lollies. Made with yogurt and plenty of berries, they're quick and easy to prepare before freezing
App onlyAir fryer fishcakes
Use your air-fryer to make these moreish Thai-style fishcakes. The breadcrumbs deliver extra crunch and prevent the fishcakes from sticking to the basket.
Slow cooker aubergines
An easy vegetarian slow cooker recipe, packed with summer flavours - ideal if you're busy, simply put it on in the morning and it'll be ready come supper time
Air-fryer cauliflower popcorn with soured cream & herb dressing
These cauli bites are great for sharing at a party, or as a starter, served with soured cream and herb dressing
Slow-cooked courgette pasta
Transform a glut of courgettes into a silky pasta sauce and top with zesty breadcrumbs. It's a wonderful way to make the most of homegrown courgettes
Prawn fried rice
Make this easy Asian-inspired dish in just 30 minutes. It's healthy and low in calories but big on flavour, making it perfect for a speedy family supper
Air fryer sweet potato fries
Create wonderfully cooked sweet potato fries in an air fryer using very little oil. Then toss in sweet smoked paprika, Cajun or BBQ seasonings to ramp up the flavour
Egg & rocket pizzas
Use seeded tortillas as pizza bases for a quick and healthy lunch - crack an egg in the centre and bake to boost protein intake
Stir-fried beef with ginger
Forget a takeaway – make this beef and green pepper stir-fry with fragrant lemongrass and ginger instead. Marinate the beef while you prep the other ingredients
Marrow soup
Make marrow the star of the show in this filling soup. Made with butter beans, coconut milk and curry powder, it has a delicate spiced flavour