Speedy, Delicious Dinners for September

For many of us, September means finding our way back into routine in the midst of school runs, more office days and busy evenings. During these times, home cooking often becomes an afterthought and reaching for something quick feels like the easier option.

But with the right recipes — those weeknight heroes that come together quickly, are packed with goodness and genuinely delicious — that doesn’t have to be the case.

So, to help you ease back into your routine while nourishing your body to feel your best, we’ve pulled together some of our most-loved speedy recipes.

Sticky Tamari Tofu & Spelt Noodles
Mains
20 mins

Sticky Tamari Tofu & Spelt Noodles

Cool cucumber, nutty noodles and sticky marinated tofu – this 20-minute noodle salad is fresh, crunchy and fully flavour. With edamame beans, seeds and watercress, each bowl packs in plant-protein, fibre, iron and zinc, all tied together with a tangy tamari dressing.

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One-Pan Pea & Spinach Gnocchi
10 mins

One-Pan Pea & Spinach Gnocchi

This creamy pea, lemon and spinach gnocchi is one of those feel-good dishes that we think you might find yourself making on repeat! It’s packed with fibre, iron and antioxidants, and it comes together in just 10 minutes – making it perfect for a speedy midweek supper.

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Creamy Protein Pasta
Mains
20 mins

Creamy Protein Pasta

If you’re looking for a low-effort, high-reward recipe, this one-pan pasta has you covered. It’s quick to put together and packed with plant-based protein (there’s 30g in each serving) – perfect for busy weeknights when you need something nourishing with the fuss.

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10-Minute Butter Beans with Rocket Pesto
Mains
10 mins

10-Minute Butter Beans with Rocket Pesto

This is quick and easy cooking at its best, showcasing what you can do with a few simple ingredients. We love it as a lazy lunch, or as part of a bigger spread with lots of tasty dips and nourishing salads. If you can, use good quality butter beans and olive oil, as you’ll really notice the difference.

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Charred Broccoli, Chickpea & Harissa Pasta
Mains
20 mins

Charred Broccoli, Chickpea & Harissa Pasta

Packed with charred broccoli, spicy harissa and tangy lemon, this is a seriously flavoursome midweek meal that’s ready in just 20 minutes. We love the simplicity of this recipe, but for an extra source of protein why not try adding peas, edamame or kale?

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Easy Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Mains
25 mins

Easy Mediterranean Orzo Salad

We know how much you all love our orzo recipes, so wanted to make you a super summery, veggie-packed version full of delicious Mediterranean flavours. It makes a perfect simple summer supper, and the leftovers work great for lunch the next day. We’ve added tofu for extra protein, but feel free to swap it for beans or lentils.

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One-Pan Tomato & Lentil Spaghetti
Mains
20 mins

One-Pan Tomato & Lentil Spaghetti

Satisfying and deliciously moreish, this one-pan pasta dish is just the thing for a quick midweek dinner for the whole family. A comforting creamy tomato sauce made with passata and coconut yoghurt, a handful of fresh basil and beluga or Puy lentils for energy-fuelling protein. You can swap the spaghetti for any pasta you have in the cupboard.

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Fiery Noodles
Mains
15 mins

Fiery Noodles

These zero-fuss noodle dish takes just 15 minutes to put together, making them perfect for busy weeknights. They're flavoured with fiery chilli, maple syrup, tamari, spring onions and bursting with nourishing vegetables.

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Tofu & Kimchi Fried Rice
Mains
25 mins

Tofu & Kimchi Fried Rice

This dish has got everything going for it. Tangy, punchy flavours from the kimchi & tamari, plenty of crunchy veggies, plenty of protein to fill you up. As well as being a great source of protein, the silken tofu crumbles up to give you an egg-fried rice type texture.

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Veggie Fried Rice With Maple & Sesame Tofu
Mains
15 mins

Veggie Fried Rice With Maple & Sesame Tofu

A rainbow in a bowl! Loaded with protein and veggies, this quick and colourful dish is supercharged with flavour. You can use any veggies you’ve got to hand and it will always taste amazing with the sweet, sticky tofu and zingy fresh ginger and lime.

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20-Minute Corn Curry
Mains
20 mins

20-Minute Corn Curry

This easy-to-prepare, vibrant and nutritious corn curry is a fantastic midweek family meal. The optional chickpeas add extra protein, texture and body.

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Simple Chickpea & Edamame Bowl
Mains
20 mins

Simple Chickpea & Edamame Bowl

This is a great 20-minute, high-protein lunch. The onion, garlic, cumin and turmeric add flavour to the chickpeas, edamame and wilted spinach; while the coconut yoghurt, tahini and lemon juice make a lovely, creamy dressing. Serve with brown rice or quinoa to complete the dish, or a side of roasted broccoli for extra greens.

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