Budget summer suppers meal plan

In this made-for-midweek recipe, rice is baked with courgettes, broad beans, edamame and peas until tender and fluffy, meaning it soaks up all the savoury flavour of the stock as it cooks. A crumble of salty feta and a spoonful of zingy mint and walnut ‘pesto’ on top bring freshness, richness and plenty of colour, turning a simple one-pan dinner into something that feels a little bit special.

When you want a dinner that’s speedy but still satisfying, this one-pan steak and egg hash delivers. Juicy sizzle steak is paired with buttery mushrooms, garlicky greens and golden-yolk eggs, then served with crispy hash browns for scooping and dunking. It’s quick, hearty and packed with flavour.

Golden sweetcorn is the secret to this glossy, creamy pasta sauce, blitzed until smooth, then finished with melted cheddar for extra richness. Tossed with sweet burst cherry tomatoes, garlic and plenty of basil. The best part? It’s on the table in 20 minutes.

Savoury beef mince cooked with soy, ginger and garlic brings plenty of depth to these boldly flavoured bowls, while a sweet-hot sriracha drizzle adds the sticky finish that makes every mouthful more moreish than the last. Served over rice with crunchy broccoli, carrot and peppers, it’s colourful, satisfying and full of contrast in every forkful.

These sticky chicken wings tick all the fun Friday night boxes. Crisp from the air fryer and coated in a glossy soy and honey glaze, they’re served with rice and a crunchy cucumber, chilli and edamame salad for a fresh finish. Sweet, savoury and full of flavour, this fakeaway favourite is an easy way to end your week on a delicious note.