Picnics and bbqs

Take dinnertime into the garden with these simply delicious recipes designed for alfresco eating

By Thalia Rhodes Serves 2 | Prep 20 mins FOR THE CARROT TOP PESTO 1 bunch of carrot topsA large handful of flat-leaf parsleyA large handful of coriander5 tbsp olive oil, or any flavourless oil3 tbsp w

Prawns require minimal marinading because they take on flavour so readily, are quick to cook and taste incredible – especially when grilled in their shells. I’ve used canned pineapple here for ease an

■ Serves 3 ■ Prep 5 mins plus cooling ■ Cook 15 mins 2 tbsp cornflour1 tbsp dark soy sauce1 tsp honey1 tsp sesame oil3 tbsp vegetable oil450g mixed stir-fry vegetables(we used beansprouts, cabbage,car

SERVES 2 PREP 12 mins plus optional overnight marinating COOK 18 mins EASY 4 skinless chicken breast fillets(about 760g)125g passata1 medjool date, stoned2 garlic cloves1 tbsp balsamic vinegar1 tsp sm

■ Serves 6 ■ Prep 10 mins plus 2 hrs marinating ■ Cook 1 hr 6 skinless chicken drumsticks and6 skinless chicken thighs1 lime, zested and juiced2 lemongrass sticks,roughly chopped2 thumb-sized chunks o