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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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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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