Sweet potato and black beluga lentils make a gorgeous composed salad that's perfect on its own for lunch or as a side for grilled chicken or barbecue ribs.

A superfood salad that tastes good and is good for you. This complex, Asian-inspired vinaigrette is the perfect partner for the kale, almonds and blueberries.

Seasoned and twice-roasted chickpeas are a great substitute for croutons on salads and are delicious eaten by the handful as a healthy snack.

The results make all the effort and waiting worthwhile. The ultimate chocolate chip cookies made with dark chocolate and crunchy flakes of sea salt.

Lentils and bacon are a classic flavour match. Add potatoes, Swiss chard and toss it all in a grainy Dijon dressing.