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Low-maintenance plates packed with punchy flavours? We’ve sorted your midweek eating schedule with these five easy-to-pull-together summer suppers

It’s a very special feeling, eating outside. And as sure as the sky is blue, us Brits will be out in force making the most of every ray of sunshine and every kiss of the summer breeze as often as we c

A shop-bought roasted chicken is a great summer cheat when it’s too hot to turn the oven on. ■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 20 mins ■ No cook 1 roasted chicken2 thick slices ciabatta, sourdough or crusty white bre

This zingy sauce doubles up as a marinade and a dressing. It’s a staple of Brazilian barbecue, and goes well with any grilled meat. SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS, PLUS MARINATING COOK 25-30 MINS ✱ 550g piece

Ingredients (Serves 4) 300 g prepared butternut squash, cut into cubes4 tbs olive oil100 g giant couscous1 tsp vegetable stock powder400 g can green lentils, rinsed and drained2 cooked beetroot (vacuu

Fill a hamper or cool bag and head for the great outdoors