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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5:2 recipes
Easy overnight oats
Our vegan overnight oats recipe takes 5 minutes to whizz up the night before. Blend almond or oat milk, oats,...
15-minute meal recipes
Chargrilled chicken with mango salad
Chargrilled chicken with mango salad is colourful, low-cal summer salad that’s perfect for 5:2 diet fast days. Ready in just...
5:2 recipes
Peri-peri spiced chicken with cauliflower rice and charred corn cobs
This flavour-packed peri-peri spiced chicken recipe is a perfect 5:2 diet main. Serve with cauliflower rice and charred corn cobs for...
5:2 recipes
Naked fish burgers
Capers, parsley and lemon bring zing to these lighter-than-light fish burgers that are ideal for fast days if you’re following...
5:2 recipes
Roast spiced cauliflower with chickpeas
If you’re following the 5:2 diet, or want to cut down on calories without sacrificing flavour, these Indian-inspired spiced cauliflower...
Healthy lunch recipes
Lemongrass prawn laksa noodles
This healthy, wholesome, low-fat lemongrass prawn laksa recipe really hits the spot on days when you’re fasting or just want...
Healthy chicken recipes
Roast chicken thighs with new potatoes and greens
An easy, no-fuss dinner that you can make in one tray, this healthy recipe combines crispy chicken thighs, new potatoes...
Vegan dinner recipes
Chilli tofu veg ‘noodles’
Our carb-light take on noodles is an easy weeknight win, and a great option for meat-free Mondays. On the hunt...
Healthy salad recipes
Jerk chicken with cauliflower rice and peas
The best way to spice up a lean-eating day? Add a streak of Caribbean flavour to your plate with this...
Lower-calorie mains
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 doing the 5:2 diet; with...
Healthy chicken recipes
Persian chicken with spiced yogurt
Chicken marinated in cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, cumin honey and lemon, before roasting, is a gorgeous summery recipe that’s a doddle...
Delicious recipes for one person
Japanese-style omelette (okonomiyaki)
Rich savoury flavours combine with nutritious ingredients for a satisfying supper in this Japanese-style omelette. It also makes a great...
Carrot recipes
Roasted baby carrot salad with creamy feta dressing
Sweet roasted chantenay carrots are drizzled in a tangy, creamy feta dressing in this colourful salad. It’s ever so simple...
Healthy soup recipes
Prawn, vegetable and quinoa broth
Following the 5:2 diet? Feel nourished on a fasting or lighter-eating day with this cheerful bowlful
Healthy fish recipes
Quick fish stew
This 5:2 recipe is flavoursome and nutritious. You can keep leftovers in the fridge, covered for 2-3 days, for your...
Midweek meal recipes
Toasted quinoa and pork mince larb with smashed cucumber
The refreshing taste of cucumber pairs incredibly well with the richness of the pork, and the nutty toasted quinoa topping....
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