Vegan comfort food recipes

Use whatever greens you have for this nutty, sweet stew. Serve on its own in bowls, or with rice

A crisp and juicy rustic side dish, peppered with tangy olives and capers

Use lentil noodles in this dish for extra protein, or swap for rice if you prefer. The ginger really makes the recipe, so don’t be tempted to use less

This warming winter soup is high in fibre, low in fat and can be frozen for ultimate convenience

Deeply rich and decadent, this dairy and egg-free chocolate bake makes an indulgent vegan treat

Full of flavour and nutritionally-balanced, this hearty chilli will keep both vegans and meat-eaters happy

Get a dose of iron and protein from this healthy, squash casserole that's full of texture and flavour

Use clever replacements in this dairy-free fruit pudding with soya custard. Serve as a cake or warm for pudding

A low-fat, low-calorie Indian vegan one-pot that's full of delicious sunshine flavours and hot spice

Whizz up chickpeas with garlic, spices and herbs to make delicious vegetarian patties for lunch or dinner

These vegan, gluten-free chocolatey treats with dates, cashews and maple syrup are just as moreish as the original millionaire's shortbread

Simplicity is key to this slowly-cooked vegetarian bake- serve with plenty of bread to mop up the juices

A lighter version of sticky toffee pudding, rich with dates and spices, and the juicy texture of poached pears, this vegan dessert is sure to please a crowd

The apple and sage contrast beautifully with naturally sweet butternut squash in this low-fat, gluten-free festive dinner party starter

A low-fat chocolate ice cream? It really does exist! Our blitzed banana creation is gluten and dairy-free and ready in minutes

A super-speedy pudding, full of ripe peachy flavour, with warm vanilla

Niomi Smart's beautifully vibrant vegan recipe is a good source of iron and gives you all 5 of your 5-a-day! Make good use of seasonal vegetables and spices

Cook up this vibrant vegan curry that makes the most of autumnal squash. It's ideal for a meat-free Monday dinner when served with flatbreads

Serve this veggie Indian at a Indian feast. Made with pumpkin, cabbage and spices, it makes a good side dish with dhal and rice, or eat as a main with roti

Use a solid block of dairy-free butter to make our vegan pastry – dairy-free spread contains oil that may make it harder to work with, but will result in deliciously soft pastry

Make a batch of our aubergine and pepper tagine at the start of the week for a couple of lunches, and then put extra portions in the freezer for a rainy day

Cook these meat-free burgers on the barbecue or griddle pan. They're easy to make and require very little prep work. A kick of chilli heightens the flavours

Learn how to make super-crispy air-fried chips with our easy recipe. Air-frying means you'll use less oil than deep-frying, so it's a healthier alternative.