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Spicy tomato soup

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Spicy tomato soup

This filling tomato soup really packs a punch, thanks to all that chipotle paste. Add plenty of fresh ginger for even more warmth
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Total Time 25 mins
Servings 4
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g tin chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 thumb-sized piece ginger peeled and sliced
  • 600 ml vegetable stock cooled
  • ½-1 tbsp chipotle paste (depending on how hot you like it)
  • a small bunch coriander chopped
  • 1 green pepper cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium green chilli chopped
  • 5 tbsp basmati rice
  • 4 tbsp natural yogurt

Instructions
 

  • Put the tomatoes, tomato purée, garlic and ginger in a blender or food processor with the stock and whizz until smooth. Pour into a large pan and add the chipotle, ¾ of the coriander, green pepper, most of the chilli and seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook on a medium heat for 10 minutes, then add the rice and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Add a little water or stock if the soup is too thick. Serve in bowls with a dollop of yogurt, the rest of the coriander and chilli, and a generous grinding of black pepper.

Rich tomato and thyme soup

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Perfect for blowing the cobwebs away, this warming soup features plum tomatoes, carrot and thyme. Finish by stirring through crème fraîche and serve with plenty of crusty bread.

Rich tomato and thyme soup

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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • onion 1 roughly chopped
  • garlic 2 cloves crushed
  • carrot 1 diced
  • olive oil
  • thyme leaves from 2 sprigs
  • chicken or vegetable stock 750ml
  • plum tomatoes 2 × 400g tins
  • tomato purée 1 tbsp
  • half-fat crème fraîche ½ 200g tub

Instructions
 

  • Method
  • STEP 1
  • Cook the onion, garlic and carrot in 1 tbsp oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the thyme, stock, tomatoes and tomato purée, and simmer for 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Pour into a blender and blend until smooth. Stir in the crème fraîche and serve.

Notes

Adapted from olivemagazine.com

Aubergine and Mozzarella Pasta

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Chunky aubergine, tasty pine nuts and melt-in-the-mouth mozzarella turn this pasta dish into a flavoursome feast

Aubergine and Mozzarella Pasta

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Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g 14oz penne pasta
  • 1 aubergine sliced or cut into chunks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 400 g jar tomato onion and garlic pasta sauce
  • 2 x 150g packets mozzarella torn up
  • 55 g 2oz pine nuts, toasted
  • 20 g packet fresh basil torn up

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta in boiling salted water for 10-12 mins. Meanwhile, fry the aubergine in the oil until browned and softened.
  • Stir the sauce into the aubergines and heat through, then add the cooked pasta. Stir well, and set aside to cool slightly.
  • Gently stir through the mozzarella, pine nuts and fresh basil, then season and serve.

Notes

If you're not too keen on aubergine, try using mixed peppers or artichokes instead.
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Vegetarian Burrito

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These easy vegetarian burritos are simply made by wrapping a soft flour tortilla around a spicy filling, this burrito recipe is Mexican classic. Easy to make, they are perfect for informal suppers – just supply the hot filling and warmed tortillas and everyone can make their own. If you prefer a meaty filling add some cooked shredded chicken or strips of fried steak to the rice mixture. Serve with a crisp side salad, sliced jalopeno peppers, salsa and soured cream. This recipe serves 4 people and takes 40 mins to make in total.

Vegetarian Burrito

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp sunflower oil
  • 1 onion peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove peeled and crushed
  • 200 g easy-cook long-grain rice
  • 1 tbsp mild chilli powder
  • 300 ml vegetable stock
  • 4 tbsp tomato puree
  • 210 g can red kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 small wheat flour tortillas warmed
  • ½ Little Gem lettuce shredded
  • Fresh chopped basil to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the onion and garlic for 5 mins. Stir in the rice and chilli powder and fry for 1 min then add the stock and tomato puree. Simmer for 15-20 mins, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed. Stir in the kidney beans and heat through gently.
  • Season the rice mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Divide between the warmed tortillas. Scatter over the shredded lettuce and roll up each tortilla to enclose the filling. Serve immediately garnished with basil.

Notes

For a more authentic taste replace the kidney beans with 200g refried beans.
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Vegetarian Bolognese

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This classic Bolognese has been given a vegetarian-friendly twist. Our vegetarian Bolognese is so simple to make taking only 30 mins to total to prepare and cook. This recipe serves 4 people making it perfect as a mid-week family meal. Vegetarians don’t need to miss out on this classic Italian dish. The vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (the original version has fish in it) will give it a welcome kick. If you’re not a fan of spaghetti swap for other shapes instead like penne or bows. Serve with vegetarian-friendly Parmesan cheese before tucking in.

Vegetarian Bolognese

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Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g 14oz mixed chopped vegetables (onion, courgettes, carrots and peppers all work well)
  • 300 g 11oz pack Quorn mince
  • 1 tin chopped tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tbsp tomato purée
  • 400 g 14 oz pasta

Instructions
 

  • Gently fry the vegetables in 1tbsp oil for 5 mins, until soft. Add the Quorn mince and cook for another couple of minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, tomato purée and 200ml (7fl oz) water. Season, bring to the boil and simmer for 20 mins.
  • Cook the pasta according the pack's instructions and drain. Pour the Bolognese sauce on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan shavings to serve.

Notes

Wholemeal pasta gives you more fibre and nutrients than pasta that uses refined flour.

Slimming World’s Tomato, Lentil and Vegetable Soup

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Slimming World’s tomato, lentil and vegetable soup recipe makes a filling chunky soup made with curry spices and ginger – perfect as a warming lunch. This mouth-watering soup is made in just 30 mins making it a quick and easy option when you’re short on time but you’re trying to eat a little healthier. This recipe serves 4 people. The lentils in this soup will add plenty of protein to your diet keeping you fuller for longer. The tomatoes and vegetables add towards your 5-a-day count. Leftovers can be frozen. Make sure you defrost thoroughly before reheating. If you don’t have enough lentils you could swap them for other pulses instead, just follow the packet instructions before cooking and adding into the soup.

Slimming World's Tomato, Lentil and Vegetable Soup

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • low calorie cooking spray
  • 1 onion peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and crushed
  • 2 cm piece root ginger peeled and finely grated
  • 2 celery sticks finely chopped
  • 1 large potato peeled and cut into 1.5cm dice
  • 1 large carrot peeled and cut into 1.5cm dice
  • 600 ml boiling hot vegetable stock
  • 1 tbsp mild curry powder
  • 125 g dried red lentils rinsed and drained
  • 600 ml passata
  • freshly chopped coriander to serve

Instructions
 

  • Spray a large saucepan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a high heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, celery, potato and carrot and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, except the seasoning, and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes or until the lentils are cooked. Season well and serve sprinkled with coriander

Notes

Double the quantities of this recipe and bulk freeze the leftovers to save you time!

Cucumber Cashew Roll

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Warm the tortilla, then brush with a very light coat of the Olivella Dressing. Sprinkle IsaCrunch atop tortilla. Mix together your lettuce, cucumber, cashews and tomato. Drizzle with remaining dressing and toss lightly. Place mixture evenly atop tortilla. Roll tightly and enjoy.

 

Cucumber Cashew Roll

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 to rtilla
  • 3 teaspoons IsaCrunch® premium hulled hemp seeds
  • ½ cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • ½ medium-size tomato – chopped
  • 6 raw cashews—chopped
  • Olivella Dressing for Cucumber Cashew Roll
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon fresh parsley—finely chopped
  • 1 medium clove garlic—minced
  • Salt/pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Warm the tortilla, then brush with a very light coat of the Olivella Dressing. Sprinkle IsaCrunch atop tortilla. Mix together your lettuce, cucumber, cashews and tomato. Drizzle with remaining dressing and toss lightly. Place mixture evenly atop tortilla. Roll tightly and enjoy.