Less than 15 minutes

This tasty vegetarian omelette combines fresh asparagus, potato and mint to create a brilliant healthy breakfast for any day of the week.

A creamy and tropical Bounty cocktail from Australian Women's Weekly.

Feed and nourish the crowd with this healthy share plate. You can also pack this for a lunch as pictured.

The perfect finger food for a classy dinner party or a light and healthy snack, these crisps topped with goat’s cheese, tomato and basil are bursting full of flavour and texture.

Topped with crispy croutons and wedges of avocado, this green salad is about as delicious and healthy as you can get.

Prepare to dazzle your guests with these roasted lobster tails infused with Japanese flavours.

Packaged coating mix is a dried mixture ofbreadcrumbs and seasonings used to coat meatbefore frying. You can find it near the breadcrumbsin the seasonings and gravy aisle. Note

The combination of fresh barbecued squid and salty squid works so well together, you'll be surprised you haven't tried it earlier! Serve with crusty toast and a fresh olive dressing for an ultimate flavour kick.

These juicy char-grilled prawns with lemongrass and lime butter make a great weekend lunch served with crusty bread and a green salad.

If mangoes are unavailable, use pineapple. You need two passionfruit for this recipe. Note

Serve these tasty stir-fried vegetables as a side for poached chicken, or with noodles as a meat-free main.

This classic cocktail is snazzy and iconic as it is constantly referenced in pop culture. Bring a little of that suave to your next cocktail party, or even for a cozy stay-at-home drink with a friend or partner.

These make a tasty after school snack with a good hit of calcium. Or, you could serve them alongside your weekly curry; add chopped mint for a fresh Indian flavour.

Serve up these delightful glazed doughnuts at your next kids' party. They are easier to make than you might think.

Everybody loves a bagel. For this recipe, we've selected avocado, ham and cheese, but don't stop there. Try smoked salmon, cream cheese and capers, or chicken and avocado for an equally delicious lunch.

Different cheeses can be used if the ones mentioned are unavailable. Gruyère, mozzarella, mild brie blue, provolone, vintage cheddar or raclette ­ mix and match until you find a combination you like best. Note

Bright, light and zesty, this classic dish makes a perfect starter or simple lunch. The garlic compliments all kinds of shellfish beautifully.

Steamed vegetable wontons make a great addition to an Asian-style banquet spread. These mushroom and water chestnut wonton are full of flavour and have a great texture.

This goes well with stir-fried asian greens, chicken, pork and beef. Note

Mixture can be shaped into logs, divide mixture in half, roll each half into 2cm (¾-inch) logs. Wrap in foil or grease proof paper, twisting ends to secure. Refrigerate logs for 2 hours or until firm. We used Grand Marnier but you can use your favourite orange or citrus- flavoured liqueur. Note

Crisp, golden pastry cases filled with a crunchy, piquant salmon filling and topped with smooth sour cream make a gorgeous platter for a cocktail party.

Make quick banana splits by cutting half a banana into wheels over the top of each sundae. Note

The silken tofu gives this pesto a lovely creamy texture to complement its herbaceous flavours.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

We used a green-skinned apple here, but any variety is suitable for this drink. Note

If using a grill (broiler), place sardines skin-side up on oiled oven tray. Note

Filled with chopped apricots, peanuts and cornflakes for added crunch, this easy fridge slice is delicious served with coffee.

Just 4 ingredients and a few minutes and you have a quick, easy and hearty soup. Serve with toast or buttered bread for a complete supper.

A variety of seafood from whitebait to salmon and everything in between can be used here. The secret is to use refrigerater-cold soda water for the batter as it helps prevent the batter from absorbing too much oil. Do not make the batter ahead of time and don't overmix it.

A quick and simple pasta that brings a surprising depth of flavour, chilli, garlic and oil are a sauce in their own right.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Bhaji is a classic Indian snack similar to a fritter; it has several variants and is sometimes known as pakora. Onion based bhaji is very popular, but we've used zucchini and carrot here. Served with mango chutney, they're divine.

The tapenade can be made 3 days ahead; keep refrigerated. The pitta crisps can be made a day ahead; store in an airtight container. Note

These spicy prawns with fresh coriander and lime would make a stunning tapas dish.

Serve this delicious smoked salmon bruschetta to your guests at your next gathering. Topped with a sprig of fresh dill, and served with a glass of bubbles, they will be sure to please.

Ask the fishmonger to clean the baby octopus for you, or buy prepared baby octopus, instead. Octopus should be cooked quickly over a high heat until they turn opaque;­ over-cooking will toughen them. Note

Healthy and filling tuna and white bean salad with a zingy French dressing.

This delicious toast-topper combination is brilliant when you're craving something a little more savoury for breakfast. The protein rich mushrooms are complimented wonderfully by the creamy labne to create this tasty vegetarian dish.

These mushrooms are wonderful eaten as they are or placed on a buttered slice of grilled sourdough. You can either let everyone eat them as you cook them or add them to an antipasto platter – I usually put them alone on a plate because the juices run so much.

Delicious as a dip, or served as a side alongside chargrilled meat or chicken, this white bean puree is lovely and garlicky. For a bit of colour, top with some thinly sliced green onions just before serving.

Walnut adds crunch and body to this yoghurt based mint and coriander chutney, it's delicious served on the side of a curry.

These seafood skewers are speedy, spicy and highly nutritious. The fish is high in protein, low in fat and contains omega-3 fatty acids, which help protect against heart disease. Mussels have three times more iron than meat and are a good source of zinc, an essential mineral that fights infection.

This savoury dip is quick and easy to make and goes equally well with corn chips, crudités, or vegetable sticks. It's perfect for a gathering of family and friends, or an after-school snack.

A quick green chicken curry that can warm you up on the coldest winter evening.

A healthy and delicious way to eat kale.

For a lovely, light lunch serve these lamb koftas with tahini yoghurt dressing, tabbouleh salad and pita bread.

These delicious homemade Indian-spiced prawn skewers are the perfect finger food to serve to dinner party guests.

Plump prawns, crisp lettuce, mayonnaise, lemon and chilli make these mini prawn cocktail rolls an absolute winner in the party food stakes.

This well-loved classic will always be a winner with the kids.

We used butter beans for this recipe, but you can use any white beans. Note

A delicious Asian-style side dish of buk choy steamed with chilli oil from Australian Women's Weekly

Enjoy this classic flavour combination in salad form.

Sticky Asian-style teriyaki and mustard glazed chipolatas from Australian Women's Weekly.

Larb is a salad, traditional to the cuisines of Thailand and Vietnam, that usually has a chicken or pork base rather than vegetable.

High on flavour and protein and low on carbs, this tuna bean and basil salad is perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch. Baby capers give it that little bit of extra punch.

Nothing compares to the taste of fresh pesto, it turns a simple dish of pasta into a gourmet meal.

If you don't have any skewers handy, you could use rosemary sprigs instead, they'll infuse the fish with a lovely flavour. Soak them well first, to prevent burning. For the fish, we've used blue-eye but any white fish will do.

Awaken your taste buds with this delicious, healthy salad.

Quick and fun toffee chocolate spoons from Australian Women's Weekly.

Replace basil with parsley leaves or shredded mint leaves. Note

Kachumber is an Indian salad consisting of fresh chopped tomatoes, onions, if you like, chilli peppers.

Freeze cheese for 10 minutes to make crumbling easier. Note

Although these crisps make a great snack on their own, you can also use them to accompany dips or soup. Make crisps in two large sheets, then break into shards to serve. Add sesame seeds to the mix if you like.

Fresh pomegranate seeds can sometimes be found in the fridge section of supermarkets or good green grocers. If unavailable, cut a whole pomegranate in half and scrape the seeds from flesh with your fingers while holding the pomegranate upside down in a bowl of cold water; the seeds will sink and the white pith will […]

Perfect for a party, these mini sandwiches look great and are so easy to prepare.

Like a deconstructed summer pudding, these summer berry stacks make a fresh and delightful dessert.

You will need about half a small bunch of snake beans. Note

These mini lemon meringue tartlets are everything you'd want in a tasty, sweet morsel. Crispy pastry, sweet yet tart creamy centre and gently toasted meringue on top.

Just a little seasoning, a splash of olive oil and some lemon juice is all you need with freshly steamed spinach.

Serve these delicious grilled scallops in their shells for an elegant starter.

These steamed Asian vegetables are low in fat and calories but big on flavour, with chilli, ginger and soy.

Mint raita, yoghurt recipe, brought to you by Australian Women's Weekly

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. You can make the salad with fresh char-grilled tuna, if you prefer. Note

Spice up your lunch, or dinner, with these tender chilli coriander chicken kebabs with fresh pesto. Serve with either warm pita bread or steamed rice, and salad.

Make these delicious zucchini and pine nut bruschetta for a tapas-style tasty treat.

suitable from 6 months We used red apples in the apple and blueberry purée as green apples are often too tart for infants. Golden delicious apples can be used (for both apple recipes), as they are quite sweet. Note

This is also delicious served with crispy bacon, roasted tomatoes and sauteed mushrooms. Just omit the icing sugar and berries. Note

An Asian-style chicken salad with a mandarin dressing - perfect for light dinners or lunches.

Fragrant tandoori lamb, cooked to perfect pinkness, accompanied with a fresh and healthy sambal makes an easy and complete, low carb meal.

We've detailed how to clean and prepare the calamari below; it's easier than you think! Remember that calamari cooks incredibly quickly; it's important not to overcook it because it will become tough and chewy, ruining the delicate nature of this tasty dish.