Salads

The dressing in this Italian-inspired salad shines a light on the underrated white balsamic vinegar, a much lighter alternative to darker balsamic, and is slightly sweet and not too acidic

Smoked salmon is the star of this classic French salad, which usually heroes tuna or anchovies

Caramelised broccoli and sweet dates are the perfect canvas for this spiced pistachio topping. Enjoy alongside roast chicken and potatoes

Tomatoes and tahini are very important in Middle Eastern cuisine. They go so well together, especially in this salad, which is a nice dish to serve at the start of spring

Everything seasoning – the seed-rich mix you find scattered over traditional bagels – is now appearing in salads, soups and other savouries. This summery salad sums up the trend.

This protein-packed noodle salad is as delicious as it is vibrant. Cashew butter adds a creamy richness to the soy dressing, while toasted nuts add crunch

This Asian dressing, reminiscent of a spicy peanut satay, is a great way to power up fresh salad vegetables. Butter beans give the salad a bit of body and add a lovely creamy texture as well.

Get ready to be whisked away to the Mediterranean with the subtle use of saffron and a splash of fino sherry – this is a great dish for alfresco dining