Broccoli

Pasta bakes are such a simple, comforting meal, and this salmon pasta bake also makes for a brilliant cost-effective meal. Perfect as a dinner, and we also love to meal prep this for lunches during the week. We’ve used tinned pink salmon in this recipe but you can change out to tuna (or any other […]

Oats can be used for more than just porridge! When toasted, they give Nici Wickes' broccoli and almond salad recipe a nutty finish. You'll also love the creamy, charred lemon dressing. It's a winner!

This Thai-inspired kūmara and chickpea curry is a wholesome and satisfying meal, with vibrant vegetables and tofu served perfectly over steamed rice

Tender pork fillets are coated in a flavourful mixture of freshly ground black pepper and aromatic fennel seeds, seared to perfection and served alongside caramelized pears

Create this mouth-watering dish with comforting flavours that's easy to prep and perfect for any occasion.

These gluten-free fritters are packed full of sheer goodness! Whip up a batch for a tasty weekend brunch or a light and easy midweek dinner - and make sure you pile up on our scrumptious toppings.

We love this pie, which is really a tart, given it doesn’t have a lid! Combining the magic of goat's cheese, mozzarella and feta in a homemade gluten-free shell, it's a tantalising dish that is perfect for a midweek dinner.

Temperatures are rising and summer is officially in full swing, so it’s time to fire up the barbecue and enjoy dining al fresco.

Make dinner exciting tonight, with these deliciously healthy broccoli parmesan pizza bases. Topped with any ingredients you like or have on hand, these are a nutritious treat!

This homemade pesto is so good, you'll never want store-bought again! Use as a topping for crackers, a dip for vegetable crudité, fold through cooked pasta or spread onto a pizza base.

Broccoli and haloumi pair magically in these quick and easy fritters. Try serving with crispy bacon and a poached egg for a low-carb breakfast or light dinner.

Swap out fried rice for a healthier version in this broccoli rice recipe. Mixed with prawns, peas and beans, as well as the zingy flavours of ginger and chilli, this dish is a breath of fresh air.

Dress up your side dishes with Exotic Foods Matsaman curry paste. Served hot or cold, this sassy side brightens up any mealtime.

For a speedy meal that packs a serious flavour punch, you can't go past this satay pork and broccoli stir-fry recipe. Serve with rice for a vege-packed meal that's ready in just 20 minutes

Canned salmon and pantry staple pasta come together to create this tasty penne pot recipe. With broccoli for some green goodness plus an irresistibly creamy béchamel sauce, this makes a delicious gluten-free dinner

Create a work lunch that's easy, impressive and seriously delicious with this make-ahead miso bowl recipe. Prepare the night before and enjoy a vege-packed, gluten-free meal in the office

For a delicious family meal, you can't go past this corn, broccoli and feta quiche recipe. All you need is 10 minutes to prep, then let the oven do its work and serve with a fresh salad. Easy as that!

Yes, you read that right – broccoli on a pizza and it’s amazing! Nici Wickes' gluten-free pizza recipe makes it a cinch to add more of this super vege to your diet (albeit with three kinds of cheese!)

Broccoli and blue cheese pair together beautifully in this delicious soup recipe. Sprinkle with extra blue cheese, pine nuts and serve with thick slices of ciabatta for a truly comforting meal

Nici Wickes' barbecued cauliflower and broccoli recipe is so delicious that you’ll wonder why you never thought of serving these “steaks” before! Fear not if they get a little charred in places – it all adds to the smoky flavour

A homemade frittata can be a thing of beauty. It is also a great way to use up any left over vegetables from the night before. This Nici Wickes recipe is great cut into wedges and served for lunch

Beautifully spiced char-grilled broccoli with lemon, chilli and garlic goes well with just about anything, making this recipe the perfect healthy side dish for every midweek family meal

This easy pie recipe is packed with nutritious broccoli, earthy mushrooms and flavourful bacon in a creamy sauce for a hearty, warming family dinner

You'll love biting into these large pasta shells to reveal a salty and creamy broccoli, pea and tuna filling. The pasta shells are finished off with a rich, cheesy sauce to create the ultimate mid-week comfort food.

Chopped macadamias add crunch to this colourful, healthy stir-fry.

Get your serve of nutritious vegies while you warm your body and soul with this comforting soup recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Food For The Soul' cookbook.

This vibrant soup is full of goodness to help ward off those winter chills. Packed with broccoli, zucchini, spinach and kale, this vege soup recipe is delicious as well as nourishing

Tick all the flavour boxes with these hearty pot pies, complete with a creamy, cheesy filling, salty bacon and fresh broccoli. Break off your crumbly crust and soak up the filling for extra goodness.

This fresh, wholesome and delicious broccolini, asparagus and miso chicken salad makes the perfect quick and tasty midweek dinner.

Layers of potato, kumara and pumpkin are cooked in a cheesy, bacon-laced sauce for this golden-topped vege bake

A simple and scrumptious dish that can be made in minutes!

Dollar-wise dinners to get you through the week.

Because cooking time is so short, these Chinese vegetables are crisp, colourful, and full of flavour.

Quick and easy stir-fry packed full of flavour and warmth.

Veges are baked in exotic spices to form this vibrant and tasty chicken salad.

Super-charge your day with this broccolini and cashew stir-fry with chia rice. Photography by James Moffatt/bauersyndication.com.au

This broccoli and walnut stuffed sweet potato is not only packed with loads of delicious ingredients and textures, but it also ticks all the healthy boxes! This delicious dish has it all!

This beef and broccoli salad is packed full of goodness and makes a great lunch or dinner dish.

These golden and crunchy pork cutlets are simple to prepare and cook, but don’t be overgenerous with the rosemary – you want merely a whiff of it or it will taste medicinal instead of giving a pleasant savoury note.

This quick and tasty pasta dish will be on the table in under 20 minutes - packed full of goodness.

Create a healthy light meal with salmon wrapped in pastry and a crisp broccolini and asparagus salad.

Sour cream turns this broccoli and potato soup into a delicious healthy starter for the whole family.

There’s a gorgeous sweetness imparted from the spring onions in this dish. Good prawns give a good meaty in texture, not mushy, and sweet to taste.

A slow-cooked lamb leg or shoulder satisfies us all – the browned meat stays moist and is pull-apart soft thanks to the vinegar helping to break it down.

Create an authentic Thai chicken noodle stir-fry for your family and friends in no time at all. Basil leaves are tossed through a flavoursome Asian dressing with fresh vegetables and toasted sesame seeds

A barbecued chicken turns into an Italian delight with this creamy fettuccini dish.

This delicious chicken is so easy you won't believe it! Coated in a flavoursome Asian spice blend, the chicken pairs brilliantly with a fresh broccolini salad - perfect for entertaining at dinner parties or a quick week night dinner.

This hearty sausage pasta dish adds a taste of Italy with broccoli, parmesan and pesto. A quick meal for the family.

This simple, tasty chicken curry converts easily to a vegetarian dish by substituting the chicken for tofu and using vegetable stock in place of chicken stock.

This creamy budget-cost soup is a nutritious and warming meal that is especially good for little people. Make double the quantity and freeze one batch in single portions for a super-fast lunch or snack.

Who doesn't love this cheesy vegie side dish? Great with roast dinners, and a clever way to make otherwise boring vegetables tastier for kids.

Quick, tasty and packed full of fresh veggies, this Asian stir-fry with broccoli, mushrooms and egg noodles makes the perfect weeknight dinner any time of the year.

It doesn't get much more wholesomely satisfying than whipping up this simple stir-fry for lunch or dinner.

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizzas are full of authentic Italian flavours

This colourful chicken and vegetable pasta is a fresh and filling meal for the whole family. Save a portion for tomorrow's lunchbox!

This tasty vegetarian frittata stuffed with fresh kumara and broccolini is packed full of goodness and is delicious served hot or cold with a simple salad or as a quick lunchbox snack.

This tender braised apricot pork is wonderful served with caramelised onions, flaked almonds and long-grain rice.

This fresh and tasty Vietnamese salad is perfect to bring to Summer dinner parties - packed full of lean, thinly sliced beef, vermicelli noodles and fresh vegetables, it'll delight all your guests!

This delicious Asian soup is packed full of flavours to warm you from the inside out, plus tender chicken and soft rice to keep you fueled for longer.

Light, fluffy and packed full of veggies, these tasty individual quiches are perfect enjoyed hot or cold with a side salad as a light lunch.

These delicious cheesy parcels make it easy to reach your daily vegetable intake - packed full of corn, broccoli and potatoes, the golden pastry is beautiful sliced and enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Prepare this classic Chinese dish for your family for a tantalising taste bud experience. Slow roasted duck is cooked in a fragrant orange and herb sauce and served with steamed rice and Asian greens.

This flavoursome vegetable dish is sure to create a buzz when you serve it up.Enjoy on it's own as a light dinner or include as the perfect accompaniment to a roast family dinner.

It is important to stir-fry on high heat to prevent food from stewing in its juices. Note

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Prepare this dish ahead without grilling, then reheat for 15 minutes in a preheated oven set at 190°C/170°C fan-forced. To finish, pop it under a hot grill so the top becomes golden and crisp. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. If cooking chicken the day before, reserve some of the cooking liquid to pour over the sliced chicken meat before refrigerating. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Uncooked meatballs suitable to freeze. Broccoli suitable to microwave. Note

Salads with pep, punch and panache by Julie Biuso

If you don’t have broccoli in the fridge, you can use trimmed asparagus, green beans or baby spinach instead. Note

Use a combination of pork and chicken mince if you like. You can serve stir-fry with fresh noodles or rice. Note

You’ll find rice crumbs in the health food aisle. If using frozen fish fillets, double-coat in rice crumbs. Note

Use any rice or egg noodles; follow packet directions Use frozen pre-cut vegie stir-fry mix and stir-fry sauce. Note

Whatever you do, don’t overcook broccoli! To make sure it retains its crisp texture and vibrant green colour, trim florets to uniform size and stir-fry, steam, boil or microwave. Note

Chorizo is paprika-flavoured pork sausage that teams very well with broccoli. Replace chorizo with chopped sliced salami or pepperoni, if you like. For a complete meal, serve with grilled fish or prawns. Note

Ensure the broccoli is well coated with the crumb mixture so it does not dry out during cooking. Process 3 slices of bread to make crumbs. Note

Replace bacon with chopped paricetta or smoked ham. For a vegetarian main meal, omit bacon; add 2/3 cap chopped toasted hazelnuts. Tortiglioni is large tube-style pasta; you can use perme or rigatoni if you like. Serve topped with flaked parmesari. Note

To save time, you can microwave kumara and broccoli. Microwave kumara on high for 2 minutes. Add broccoli; microwave further 1-2 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Note

To prevent sauce splitting, add lemon juice to hot dairy spread mixture just before serving. Note