35 budget spring recipes

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  • Springtime minestrone

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.13 ratings

    This simple soup makes the most of Spring veg and will become a favourite standby for a quick lunch or supper


  • Carrot pilaf with coriander chutney

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.14 ratings

    Try this healthy pilaf filled for an easy midweek meal. With cashew nuts, veg and spices, it’s not only tasty but budget-friendly too. Top with coriander chutney


  • Pasta with ham & minty pea pesto

    A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.14 ratings

    Serve your choice of pasta with ham and a vivid green sauce made from peas, mint and crème fraîche


  • Chicken, leek & brown rice stir-fry

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.17 ratings

    Combine the classic flavours of chicken and chorizo with kale and rice for a substantial yet speedy dinner, taking less than 20 minutes to make


  • Pea & ham pot pie

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.6 ratings

    Bake this wholesome pie for one which takes just 40 minutes from prep to plate. It’s a good choice if you’re on a budget


  • Orzotto with pancetta & peas

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.19 ratings

    Substitute rice for orzo pasta to make this risotto-style ‘orzotto’, packed with pancetta and peas. It makes a lovely and quick midweek meal for the family


  • Spring chicken in a pot

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.263 ratings

    Casseroles aren’t just for winter – this light, vibrant one-pot is packed with spring veg and herby pesto


  • Lemon roasted spring chicken with asparagus

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.12 ratings

    Pop all the ingredients for this lemon roasted chicken into a roasting tin. With asparagus and peas, the colours and flavours sing spring


  • Spring green fried rice & eggs

    A star rating of 4.1 out of 5.18 ratings

    Get all your ingredients ready before you start making this rice, eggs and spring greens dish – once you start cooking it can be on the table in 10 mins


  • Three bean spring minestrone

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings

    Enjoy this three bean minestrone soup as a healthy lunch or supper. Full of protein, it will keep you going through the day and contains 3 of your 5-a-day


  • Spring greens & gammon soup

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.9 ratings

    This rustic broth is deliciously meaty and worth cooking a gammon for, or using up leftover ham


  • Tuna, spring onion & sweetcorn fritters

    A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    Make these easy tuna, sweetcorn and spring onion fritters for a family-friendly meal. They’re versatile and can be served for brunch, lunch or dinner


  • Spicy ‘vedgeree’

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.10 ratings

    Try our veggie twist on kedgeree for a healthy supper. Like the traditional version, it’s served with boiled eggs and has a lovely mild curry flavour


  • Lemony tuna, tomato & caper one-pot pasta

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.57 ratings

    Give student staple tuna pasta a boost with capers, mascarpone, lemon zest and parmesan for a more sophisticated take on a budget-friendly midweek meal


  • Potato, pea & egg curry rotis

    A star rating of 3.8 out of 5.9 ratings

    Cook this low-calorie potato curry for a budget-friendly midweek family meal. Serve warm bowlfuls with rotis and yogurt on the side


  • Pea & pasta frittata

    A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.9 ratings

    Use up leftovers with this easy mint, pea and pasta frittata, which takes just 20 minutes. It keeps really well – pack into lunchboxes for the next day


  • Easy okonomiyaki

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.8 ratings

    You can easily adapt this Japanese savoury pancake – swap the prawns or bacon for a different take


  • Pea falafels with minty couscous salad

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.17 ratings

    Give falafel a makeover by using a mix of chickpeas and frozen peas, serve with couscous and a dollop of yogurt for a cheap but tasty meal

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