Limes
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Whilst lemon trees grow and thrive in the Mediterranean, they can't survive the hot, steamy humidity of Asian countries - so enter limes, yet another supreme gift of nature.
Limes, like lemons, are filled with fragrant acidic juice and the zest contains the same high-flavoured oils. Though limes are a small, green lookalike lemon, their flavour is distinctly different. I love limes and always have them in my kitchen.
If you want a low-fat salad dressing, look no further – just squeeze lime juice all over and it's remarkable how it offers both its own flavour and at the same time manages to enhance other flavours in the salad. It also really enhances the flavour of mango, pawpaw and pineapple.
Serves 2Thai Monkfish Lime and Coconut Stir-fry
Packed with classic Thai flavours of lime, coconut milk and fish sauce, this wonderfully fragrant stir-fry takes just 10 minutes to cook, once you’ve marinated the fish. Who needs ready meals or takeaways?
Serves 6Sparkling Wine Jellies with Summer Berries
These stunning jellies look complicated, but in fact they take no time at all to make. Use any combination of fruit you like and revel in the fact that this is a low-fat dessert that is full of indulgence!
Serves 2 as a light lunchMexican Crab Salad with Chilli Mayo
What could be nicer on a warm summer's day than this lovely light salad with crab? The Mexican element is in the guacamole, coriander and chilli which simply adds a touch of spice to the other robust flavours.
Serves 2Marinated Chicken with Honey and Ginger served with a Mango Salsa
Honey, ginger, sweet chilli sauce, mangoes and Peppadew combine to give this scrumptious chicken recipe - one of the favourites at the football club - real appeal and a very moreish sweet and spicy flavour.
Serves 2Bloody Mary Soup
A spicy low-fat soup that has a lovely kick of Tabasco and balsamic to complement the tomatoes. You can even add a shot of vodka if you've a mind to!
