Nuts

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

Sharp pickled walnuts and tangy feta contrast the sweetness of roasted shallots in this flavour-packed salad to share

We’ve updated the meat-free classic with layers of root veg mash. Serve as a centrepiece with your favourite veg

This flavour-packed salad would be great as a side with some grilled meat, or as a meal in itself, tossed through with some feta or pan-fried halloumi

Pearl barley is a great low-effort, high-fibre alternative to arborio rice for a midweek risotto. Ours is packed with seasonal green veg, hazelnuts and a good squeeze of lemon

‘This is a light vegetarian play on the classic spaghetti carbonara. Instead of a liaison between egg yolks and Parmesan, I’ve used creamy cashew nuts, and to replace the saltiness of bacon I’ve made some salty crispy parsley. And then there are umami flavours coming from the mushrooms. So while it’s not a carbonara as such, it is certainly inspired by it,' says chef Tristan Welch

This is similar to a Waldorf salad but with pineapple and walnuts. Chef Adriana Cavita's recipe is inspired by a dish that some families in her native Mexico City eat on Christmas Eve. 'The salad adds a crunch and freshness to what could be a rich meal,' she says

"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