9 ideas with broad beans

The moment I see broad beans in my local produce store, I buy them and make this salad. Broad beans are a labour of love to prepare, but they’re perfect in all their tender simplicity – there’s a reas

Enjoy a fresh take on peas made with parsley and mint. Add a pinch of chilli flakes, if you like, and serve as a side dish. SERVES 4-6 as a side PREP 5 mins COOK 5 mins EASY V Cook 450g peas in a pan

By Ryland Peters & Small Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 75 mins 8 shallots, peeled and halved2 tbsp olive oilA pinch of ground cinnamonA pinch of dried oregano200g freekah, rinsed50g almonds, coarsely

Marinating feta is a great way to keep it if you’re not using up the whole block for one recipe. It lasts for a week covered in oil in the fridge and the flavour keeps improving. SERVES 4 PREP 15 mins

SERVES 4 PREP 10 mins COOK 15 mins EASY V 225g pouch microwavable quinoa5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 ½ lemons, zested and juiced3 tsp honey120g mixed leaves (like watercress)125g radishes, some halv

For one of the easiest soups of all, cook split red lentils with veg and spices until sublime in texture. The flavours are inspired by Turkish cuisine, including the serving suggestion of dried mint,