Couscous

When you’re short on time, marinating meat at room temperature speeds up the process, locking in the flavour. If you’re marinating for more than 30 minutes, always use the fridge

Based on a traditional Middle Eastern recipe for arayes, an aromatic mince and couscous mixture is stuffed inside pitta or flatbreads before cooking on a griddle – delicious!

‘Our plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern kofte uses red lentils, oats and spices, which we bake and then serve on a bed of zesty giant couscous. Yum!’ say Roxy and Ben, the couple behind So Vegan

This 30-minute meal is inspired by the Sicilian aubergine and caper dish

A vibrant autumnal traybake, on the table in 30 minutes

This satisfying veggie main combines golden halloumi, grilled aubergine and herby couscous for a quick and easy midweek meal