
A light blueberry and lemon ricotta cake, low on flour and big on citrus, studded with whole berries.

Golden, Parmesan-crumbed cauliflower steaks baked with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella — proper comfort food, no meat required.

Spicy tahini-sauced noodles topped with crispy pork mince, blanched pak choi and crunchy peanuts — ready in 20 minutes flat.

Creamy chicken stew with parsnip, carrot and potato, brightened with lemon and dill. A delicious way to begin spring eating.

A no-roll sushi hack: layers of teriyaki beef, avocado, cream cheese and nori pressed into one big shareable cake.

Crispy fennel and onion fritters with a garlicky yoghurt dip and lemon — a fast, veg-forward bite for lunch or snacks.

Cool the kumara properly and the cubes hold their shape. The orange juice goes into the dressing, making a light but creamy dressing.

Cauliflower and chickpeas roast on separate trays so both crisp properly, then fold through turmeric couscous with almonds and herbs.