Indulge yourself at the barbecue without feeling too guilty with this healthier version of potato salad – this recipe swaps fat-clogged mayo for antioxidant-rich minted pesto. Serves: 4Cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes Preparation time: 10 minutes250g

Lentil and Black Bean Soup This vegan-friendly stew is thick and filling thanks to the beans and lentils – both sources of protein and fibre-rich carbs. “The body absorbs these nutrients slowly, keeping energy levels on an even keel,” says sports nutritionist Monique Ryan. Lentil...

cauliflower in this dish provides a massive hit of vitamin C, which could help reduce post-workout muscle soreness.This recipe appeared in the February 2012 edition of the magazine. Many thanks to Mark Bittman for supplying this recipe.

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the dumplings cold with a soured cream and chive dip. The SkinnyCalories 457Fibre  11.1gSaturated fat 1.22gMany thanks to wholegraingoodness.com for providing this recipe.

at keeping blood sugar levels stable.Many thanks to British Lion Eggs for providing this recipe.

for the cancer-preventive compounds glucosinolates.This recipe appeared in the June 2012 edition of the magazine. Thanks to tenderstem.co.uk for supplying this recipe

. Discover all the health benefits the humble egg has to offer and try our nifty recipe ideas.Picture credit: John Slater/ Getty Images

These are high calorie but do contain good stuff too and I think they are great for the digestion - add some turbo power!Makes: enough to feed an armyIngredients:250g butter250g soft dark brown sugar250g honey500g oats. I like to use jumbo oats and normal cheap oats mixed togethe...

to taste, using about half as much honey as the recipe suggests for sugar. Liven up virtuous grilled chicken or salmon by brushing it with a glaze of honey, soy sauce and fresh ginger.For more culinary inspiration, celebrate National Honey Week (May 3