Nuts

Loaded with a welcome kick of caffeine, this is the perfect morning pick-me-up

Get your day off to a nutritious start with a granola packed with nuts, seeds and oats – a complex carb that helps keep blood sugar levels steady, which can ease the hormone roller coaster

Make the best of in-season cherries with this delicious sharing salad. Don’t be afraid to use lots of herbs, and to season with plenty of lemon juice and salt

This dairy-free pistachio paste is vegan-friendly and keeps in the fridge for up to a month. Blanching and peeling the nuts is time-consuming, but makes for a greener colour and cleaner pistachio flavour. If you don’t have the time or patience, skip step 1

This chilled offering is spot on for a warm alfresco setting

A deliciously creamy iced vegan treat for a hot summer’s day

'My choc-hazelnut banana bars are very simple and, as well as being gluten free, don’t contain any refined sugar. The base is a simple mix of bananas, peanut butter and oats – to which I’ve added dark chocolate chips and crunchy hazelnuts. They make a great breakfast bar or on-the-go snack,' says baker Becky

This rich no-bake dessert can be made completely vegan by using dairy-free chocolate

"This winter warmer ticks all the boxes for me; savoury and nutty, with sweetness from the dates and freshness from the coriander," says chef Chantelle Nicholson