Quick Preparation Recipes

QUICK LUNCH IDEAS

Lunch break at work and you can’t face fast food or the canteen? Too much to do and no time to get creative in the kitchen? No need to go hungry. The key is being prepared—and that’s easy with our meal prep recipes. Add our bento box ideas and you’ll be sorted for picnics and lunch on the go, too.

QUICK DINNER IDEAS

For many, dinner is the culinary highlight of the day—a chance to unwind at home with loved ones. But getting a hot, tasty meal on the table can often feel like a chore. Simple one-pot dishes, meal prep recipes and clever shortcuts from this collection make things much easier. Just pick a recipe, set the timer and try something new! 

QUICK VEGETARIAN DISHES

These recipes will have you on the fast track to a healthy meal in no time. Just the thing when you're in the mood for something delicious and vegetarian! And if you fancy whipping up your own meat-free dish, here’s a quick tip: the less processed the veg, the crisper and healthier it is. So why boil it to death? Luckily, some vegetables are naturally speedy to cook. Here are our top 5 quick-prep picks:

• Courgettes – soft in around 3–5 minutes
• Spinach – cooks down in 2–3 minutes
• Peas (fresh or frozen) – ready in 2-4 minutes
• Carrots (thinly sliced) – soft in 5-7 minutes
• Peppers – just a few minutes when sautéed or steamed

QUICK DESSERTS

Desserts always taste best when made fresh. And there’s no shortage of occasions to serve them. After the main course, only one question really matters: Anyone for dessert? Yes, please! At big celebrations, like milestone birthdays, guests look forward to a showstopping sweet finale. And when Kikkoman comes into play, the surprise is even sweeter—think rich, complex flavours where sweet meets savoury, a combination guaranteed to wow every food lover at the table.

TIPS FOR QUICK MEALS

When time’s tight, a little prep goes a long way. Here’s how to eat well even when you’re on the go—so there’s always something tasty ready to enjoy.

Really important: plan your shopping. Write a list covering everything you’ll need for the week ahead.

Really useful: stock up on long-life basics—pasta, rice or tinned tomatoes. They keep well, and cut down on last-minute supermarket runs.

Really practical in a pinch: frozen veg. Fresh vegetables are healthy, but they don’t stay that way for long. Frozen veg is the best-kept secret—go for good-quality supermarket versions, or better still, prep and freeze your own.

Really worth it in the long run: time-saving kitchen gadgets. A pressure cooker, rice or multi-cooker, or air fryer are always a smart investment. 

All set? Then it’s time to hit the kitchen—cook, serve, enjoy!