vegan

For kids who prefer a bento snack box, this is a colourful, protein-packed snack.

Cabbage is so versatile when it comes to flavouring. In this recipe, you could use sumac or garam masala instead of paprika.

Nothing says spectacular quite like a pastry-wrapped Wellington in the centre of the table. This take on the meaty classic uses a clever plant-based filling which is then wrapped in a classic mushroom duxelle and then surrounded by crispy golden pastry. Special occasion, here we come!

Baby parsnips are lovely roasted — they sweeten as they cook. They usually come in a tray of about 9 or 10 and I’ve used two trays here.

As pretty as it is delicious, this alternative to the traditional beef version will impress your plant-based and omnivore friends alike. Any excess pastry may be stored in an airtight container for a few days in the fridge or frozen for later use. Use up any odd amounts in a muffin tray for cute plant-based pies.

An earthy, dairy-free but creamy mushroom soup with the delicious flavour of sweet but bitey pepper berries.

This tasty dish provides plenty of protein and dietary fibre. Black beans are rich in heart-friendly nutrients such as vitamin B and iron and they contain soluble fibre that helps to lower high cholesterol levels.

The bright and herbal flavour of celeriac is the perfect foil for the sweet, spiced wild rice stuffing. This dish is a centrepiece that is deceptively simple to put together and will please and surprise every eater at the table.

This delicious, fragrant soup is loaded with immune-boosting spices including garlic, ginger, chilli and turmeric. These herbs also have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Ginger and chilli are also fabulous herbs for improving blood circulation and boosting metabolism.

Organic Merchant’s Soothe Dust is 100 per cent ACO Certified Organic and contains an artisan blend of raw cacao, turmeric, ginger, liquorice, cinnamon, mesquite, Himalayan pink salt and black pepper. Turmeric gently soothes an inflamed or irritable tummy in children and liquorice has been traditionally used to support respiratory health in kids, making it a perfect lunchbox treat.

Organic Merchant’s Spirit & Soothe Dust are both vegan as well as gluten, additive, chemical free making it the perfect addition to any lunch!

The perfect quick and tasty summer pasta salad. This is a light filling dish made up of fava bean pasta and topped off with vegan scallops