On Boxing Day transform your festive leftovers into a tasty and nutritious meal that's ready in minutes. Carrots are bursting with the powerful antioxidant beta-carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A to strengthen your immune system and keep

: Before, during, or after exercise. They’re great blended into a fruit smoothie. Or simply whip frozen banana chunks with milk in a blender for a delicious recovery shake. Calories: 105kcal per medium-sized bananaCarrotsWhy they’re good: Carrots are low

Ingredients1 tbsp olive oil2 parsnips, peeled, cored and cut into chunks2 carrots, peeled and cut into small chunksFinely grated rind and juice of 1 orange200ml vegetable stock125g shallots, peeled and halved1 courgette, halved lengthways, cut

Ingredients 8 large British Lion eggs 3 tbsp chopped fresh coriander 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2.5cm (1-inch) piece root ginger, grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 8 spring onions, sliced 2 carrots, peeled and cut

A hummus-style on toast, perfect for breakfast, lunch or a quick snack. Try adding a protein-rich topping of your choosing1 tbsp olive oil1 clove garlic, crushed1 red onion, finely diced 1 carrot, finely diced1 celery stick, finely diced1 tsp red

Serves 8Cooking time 30 minutesIngredients•1.8 litresvegetable stock•400g tin chopped tomatoes•2 tbsp olive oil•1 large onion, cut into small cubes•1 celery stalk, cut into small chunks•1 peeled carrot, cut into small cubes•2 tsp dried

:Turkey fricassee with tarragon carrotsBoxing Day frittata

, and completely white inside. The (inedible) leaves should be neat, and a bright, pale green-yellow colour.Carrots The British munch their way through a staggering 700,000 tonnes of carrots a year. They are grown year-round, all over the country, with straw

Preparation: 25 minutes 60ml olive oil 2 leeks, sliced Salt and ground black pepper 240ml dry white wine 240ml vegetable stock 1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme or tarragon 2 boneless chicken breasts 3 large potatoes, cut into 3cm cubes 2 medium carrots

; fry for five minutes.Souper choices Onion, garlic, celery, carrots; dried sage, thyme, oregano, bay leaves, rosemary, cumin, cinnamon, chilli powder.Liquid assets These add anti-inflammatory compounds that help fight post-run soreness.Quick tip Add