5:2 recipes

We know the 5:2 fast days can hard, so we’ve gathered together a collection of recipes, all of which come in under 300kcals per serving.

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Easy overnight oats

Easy overnight oats

Our vegan overnight oats recipe takes 5 minutes to whizz up the night before. Blend...

Dairy-free Vegan Make-ahead
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Chargrilled chicken with mango salad

Chargrilled chicken with mango salad

Chargrilled chicken with mango salad is colourful, low-cal summer salad that’s perfect for 5:2 diet...

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Peri-peri spiced chicken with cauliflower rice and charred corn cobs

Peri-peri spiced chicken with cauliflower rice and charred...

This flavour-packed peri-peri spiced chicken recipe is a perfect 5:2 diet main. Serve with cauliflower...

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Naked fish burgers

Naked fish burgers

Capers, parsley and lemon bring zing to these lighter-than-light fish burgers that are ideal for...

Dairy-free Freezable Gluten-free
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Roast spiced cauliflower with chickpeas

Roast spiced cauliflower with chickpeas

If you’re following the 5:2 diet, or want to cut down on calories without sacrificing...

Dairy-free Vegan Vegetarian
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Lemongrass prawn laksa noodles

Lemongrass prawn laksa noodles

This healthy, wholesome, low-fat lemongrass prawn laksa recipe really hits the spot on days when...

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Roast chicken thighs with new potatoes and greens

Roast chicken thighs with new potatoes and greens

An easy, no-fuss dinner that you can make in one tray, this healthy recipe combines...

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Chilli tofu veg ‘noodles’

Chilli tofu veg ‘noodles’

Our carb-light take on noodles is an easy weeknight win, and a great option for...

Gluten-free Vegan Vegetarian
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Jerk chicken with cauliflower rice and peas

Jerk chicken with cauliflower rice and peas

The best way to spice up a lean-eating day? Add a streak of Caribbean flavour...

Gluten-free
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Thai vegetable curry with coconut chilli cauliflower

Thai vegetable curry with coconut chilli cauliflower

A great-tasting low-calorie Thai vegetable curry with roasted cauliflower. This recipe is great if you’re...

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Persian chicken with spiced yogurt

Persian chicken with spiced yogurt

Chicken marinated in cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, cumin honey and lemon, before roasting, is a gorgeous...

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Japanese-style omelette (okonomiyaki)

Japanese-style omelette (okonomiyaki)

Rich savoury flavours combine with nutritious ingredients for a satisfying supper in this Japanese-style omelette....

Dairy-free Vegetarian
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Roasted baby carrot salad with creamy feta dressing

Roasted baby carrot salad with creamy feta dressing

Sweet roasted chantenay carrots are drizzled in a tangy, creamy feta dressing in this colourful...

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Prawn, vegetable and quinoa broth

Prawn, vegetable and quinoa broth

Following the 5:2 diet? Feel nourished on a fasting or lighter-eating day with this cheerful...

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Quick fish stew

Quick fish stew

This 5:2 recipe is flavoursome and nutritious. You can keep leftovers in the fridge, covered...

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Toasted quinoa and pork mince larb with smashed cucumber

Toasted quinoa and pork mince larb with smashed...

The refreshing taste of cucumber pairs incredibly well with the richness of the pork, and...

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