Low-Fat & Low-Calorie Garlic Hake Fillets

This is a “lightened-up” version of an existing fresh fish recipe I have already posted and is another example of fish as the original fast food, in the pan and on the plate in 15 minutes!

Low Fat Tres Rapide French Tarragon Chicken

A simple low-fat 5:2 Diet supper or luncheon recipe that can be whipped up in a trice! Organic chicken breasts that are diced and then sauted with fresh tarragon and half-fat creme fraiche with just a hint of lemon juice!

Low Calorie Highland Stew

A hearty low-calorie Scottish inspired stew packed with vegetables and pulses, as well as low-fat smoked sausage if using.

Meat-Free Scotch Broth

A meat-free Scotch Broth type of soup/stew that is true comfort food with very few calories, and lots of your five-a-day in one bowl!

Easy Low-Fat Monkfish Curry

Why bother with ready-made meals from the supermarket when you can have this lovely fish curry on the table in under half an hour!

Creamy Garlic Mushrooms on Toast

A creamy low-calorie lunch or breakfast dish with cream cheese, herbs and garlic – this recipe only has 190 calories and makes a filling meal for those on a diet.

Healthy Low-Fat Coleslaw

A tangy low-calorie home-made coleslaw that only has 140 calories per portion, making it ideal for those on the 5:2 diet, as well as a healthier option for the school lunch box.

Autumn Broth Recipe

Hearty and yet low in calories, this vegetarian broth (or potage) makes a wonderful autumnal lunch or supper dish, and is perfect for those following the 5:2 diet.

Allotment Soup

This is a semi smooth soup which is only 100 calories per bowl, making it perfect for the 5:2 diet ~ I blended half the soup and then kept some of the vegetables whole for texture锟斤拷and I spiced it up a wee bit by adding some Smoked Paprika (Pimenton) for an Autumnal kick in the soup bowl!

Smoky Mexican Stir Fry with Chicken

Stir fries don’t have to be Asian inspired, and this Mexican style 5:2 Diet Fast Day recipe is packed full of flavour, as well as being healthy and containing some of your five-a-day in one filling dish.

Salad Nicoise

MY light and tasty version of a classic Salad Nicoise – this salad omits the anchovies and potatoes, which add to the calorie count in this rustic French salad.

Luxury Steak Burger with Artichokes and Olives

Extra lean steak or minced beef is used in these burgers……and the addition of a hot lemon dressing with artichoke hearts and olives lifts these burgers to a luxurious and gourmet level.

Cheese & Tomato Breakfast Omelette

A delicious and VERY tasty omelette that is a wonderful breakfast or brunch recipe for when you are watching your calories or are following the 5:2 diet.

Salmon and Spring Onion Gratins

Easy to prepare, these little salmon gratins are only 250 calories per serving and make a filling and tasty low-calorie meal for anyone on the 5:2 diet. Serve with 100g of steamed broccoli for an extra 35 calories, for a delicious meal under 300 calories.

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

These spring rolls are well suited to the 5:2 diet. Each roll has just under 100 calories; you could use a simple soy sauce for low-calorie dipping.

Savoury Cauliflower Rice

A super low calorie meal that is satisfying and packed with flavour, and only 137 calories per serving.

Thai Mushroom Soup

This soup is super-light at about 125 calories per bowl, so it’s perfect for a fast day.