Nuts

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

The combination of tangy cheese with the sweet fruit and honey makes this a gorgeous light lunch or starter during the summer

This is the perfect teatime treat and it also makes a delicious pudding – serve it barely warm with custard or cream

Top this comforting sweet potato stew with a handful of extra nuts. Leftovers are also delicious