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Too Hot to Think Dinners

Summer cooking should not feel like a full-time job. This 5-day meal plan is for warm evenings, low-energy days and those moments when you still want something fresh, filling and full of flavour without standing over the stove for hours. Think easy dinners, bright sauces, crunchy bits, juicy veg and meals that feel like summer without making you sweat.

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Chilli & Black Bean Udon Noodles

These quick udon noodles are glossy, garlicky and packed with bold umami flavour from crispy chilli, preserved black beans, soy, ginger and sesame oil. Ready in 10 minutes and perfect for when you want takeaway energy without actually ordering takeaway.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

10 minutes

Calories

360

Protein

8g

Carbs

60g

Fat

10g

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10 Minute Harissa Spaghetti

This 10-Minute Harissa Spaghetti is a fiery, bold, and satisfying pasta dish that comes together in no time. The smoky heat from the harissa, fragrant garlic, and fresh herbs create a beautifully balanced dish that’s both comforting and exciting. Perfect for a quick yet flavour-packed meal, this pasta pairs wonderfully with a drizzle of Chilli, Coriander & Lemon Dressing for an extra layer of zest and spice.

Total Time

10 minutes

Calories

480

Protein

10g

Carbs

56g

Fat

24g

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Chimichurri Salmon

Bold and flavourful, this Chimichurri Salmon is the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and herby goodness. Marinated in chipotle, garlic, and paprika, then grilled to perfection and finished with a vibrant chimichurri drizzle, this dish is ideal for lunch bowls, salads, or as a standout main

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

350

Protein

33g

Carbs

4g

Fat

22g

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Avocado and Cucumber Salad

Light, refreshing, and bursting with zesty lime and fresh herbs, this Avocado & Cucumber Salad is the perfect balance of creaminess and crunch. Cooling cucumber pairs beautifully with buttery avocado, while a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and pul biber adds just the right amount of contrast. Finished with a drizzle of jalapeño and lime vinaigrette, this salad is simple yet packed with flavour.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Calories

110

Protein

2g

Carbs

8g

Fat

9g

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Beetroot & Caramelised Goat’s Cheese Salad

This elegant salad is a nod to the French bistro classic, combining the sweetness of beetroot with the creamy richness of caramelized goat's cheese. Fresh greens, crunchy honey-glazed walnuts, and crisp Granny Smith apples provide a balance of textures and flavours, while a light dressing ties it all together. Perfect as a light meal or starter, each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savoury notes.

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

400

Protein

10g

Carbs

18g

Fat

25g

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Halloumi & Pearl Couscous Bowl

Pan-seared halloumi, golden and crispy, sits atop a bed of lemony pearl couscous, charred red peppers, and a fresh mix of sumac-spiced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Finished with dollops of garlic & coriander yoghurt, it’s a wholesome, vegetarian dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner- light yet filling, with a delightful balance of textures and flavours.

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

620

Protein

26g

Carbs

55g

Fat

30g

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Creamy Green Tahini Dressing

A creamy, herby tahini dressing with lime, chilli, garlic and loads of fresh green flavour. Drizzle it over salads, roasted veg, bowls, potatoes, crispy chickpeas, grilled fish or halloumi — it’s the kind of sauce that makes everything taste more alive.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Calories

100

Protein

3g

Carbs

6g

Fat

8g

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Ingredients

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Fruit and Vegetables

2 Spring onion

2 Green onion

2 Garlic clove

10 Garlic cloves

2 handful Coriander or parsley

2 squeeze Lemon

1.3 Cucumber or 4-5 baby cucumbers

2.7 Small ripe avocados

1.3 Juice of a lime

2.7 Limes

1.3 Jalapeño

6 Small cooked beetroots

2 Medium granny smith apple

2 handful Lamb's lettuce

2 handful Baby spinach

2 handful Wild rocket / arugula

20 Cherry tomatoes

8 Baby cucumbers

4 Sweet pointed red pepper

4 large handful Mixed salad leaves

0.4 Green chilli / jalapeño

0.4 Spring onion / scallion, chopped

0.4 Garlic clove, chopped

0.4 Lime, juice

Meat, Poultry, Fish

4 Salmon fillet

Plant Based Proteins

10 Walnut halves

2 Meat-free chicken or vegetable stock cube

48 g Light tahini paste

Dairy & Alternatives

30 g Unsalted butter

8 slices Goat's cheese

12 slices Halloumi cheese

4 serving Garlic & coriander yoghurt

Pasta, Rice & Grains

800 g Cooked udon noodles

400 g Spaghetti

320 g Pearl couscous

Herbs & Spices

White ground pepper

Chilli flakes

3 tsp Paprika

3 tsp Crushed chilli flakes

to taste Pepper

8 Large garlic cloves

1 tsp Smoked paprika

1.3 small handful Coriander

0.3 tsp Pul biber/red pepper flakes

Flaked sea salt

Coarse black pepper

2 tbsp Fresh parsley

2 Zest of a lemon

4 pinch Coarse black pepper (pinch)

4 pinch Sea salt (pinch)

4 pinch Sumac

4 handful Fresh parsley (handful)

4 pinch Pul biber

0.4 handful Mint

0.4 handful Coriander / cilantro

0.4 handful Parsley

Cupboard Staples

2 tbsp Light soy sauce

1 tbsp Sesame oil

1/2–1 tbsp Crispy chilli oil with preserved black beans

1 tsp White wine vinegar

3.8 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil

to taste Salt

6 tsp Extra virgin olive oil (tsp)

2 tsp Coconut sugar

1 tbsp Clear honey

8 tsp Olive oil

Canned & Jarred

2 tsp Ginger and garlic paste

100 g Harissa paste

2 to serve Chilli, coriander & lemon dressing

6 tsp Chipotle paste

Other

2 tsp Mixed sesame seeds

1 cup Pasta water

4 squeeze Fresh lime juice

as needed Chimichurri

to serve Avocado and cucumber salad

For the lime and jalapeño vinaigrette:

0.3 cup Extra virgin olive oil (cup)

1.3 Garlic clove

Sea salt

Edible flowers

2 Juice of a lemon

Extra virgin olive

24 ml Water

0.4 tsp Maple syrup

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