Summer

Fruity rosé and juicy strawberries form the base of this refreshing summer dessert for grown-ups, with balsamic vinegar bringing a lovely sweet sharpness and a gorgeous deep colour

This chilled offering is spot on for a warm alfresco setting

Open a bottle of rioja and tuck into this refreshing Spanish classic

Charring watermelon adds a smokiness that works really well in savoury dishes. Don’t be tempted to cut the slices any thinner or you’ll risk the fruit cooking all the way through and softening before the watermelon chars on the outside. This recipe makes a generous quantity of dressing, but better to have too much than too little

This rainbow-coloured slaw is coated in a nutty soy and ginger dressing and is topped with toasted cashews for added crunch. Any Asian-style meat, fish or tofu will complement its flavours perfectly

Somewhere between a gazpacho and a salad, pipirrana is so wonderfully fresh. Perfect for summer, it can be eaten on toast or as a salad served with fish

A really versatile salad – try it alongside salmon, spice-rubbed chicken or pan-fried halloumi

This tasty houmous makes a delicious dig-in starter or a light lunch