Dr chintal’s 30-minute healthy meals

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Make an easy salad with three of your five-a-day. Halloumi with juicy pomegranate seeds and the crunch of pumpkin seeds is a moreish combination. SERVES 2 PREP 15 mins COOK 15 mins EASY 80g thinly sli

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Serves 8 Prep time 30 min, plus cooling Cooking time 1 hour 15 min MAKE AHEAD The meringues, sauces and crumb can all be made 1-2 days ahead – but you’ll need a large airtight container for the mering