Climate Change Committee: Act faster on building plant-based Britain
Posted: 19 Mar 2025
One day a week can make a world of difference
Newsflash
Having at least one plant-based day a week is a fun and easy way to do something good for the planet and our future.
What's in season?
In honour of the start of spring – and warmer, brighter, longer days ahead – here’s some #MeatFreeMonday recipe inspiration featuring fresh, colourful, in-season vegetables.
Spring Greens Risotto by Meat Free Monday
Bright Moroccan Carrot Salad by Linda McCartney with Paul, Mary and Stella McCartney
Asparagus and Spinach Soup by Lily Simpson
Mediterranean Traybake by @mob
Spring Greens Soup with Basil and Wild Garlic Pesto by @dovebrook_kitchen
Did you know … if everyone in the world consumed a meat-heavy western diet, we would need approximately four earths to sustain us! 
#MeatFree days make a huge difference! As it’s #MeatFreeMonday tomorrow, here’s some #FoodForThought to inspire lots of veggie plates and tasty plant-based treats.
If you’re stuck for something to make, check out our recipe collection on our website. 
www.meatfreemondays.com/our-recipes/
Waste not, want not – join #FoodWasteActionWeek with @lfhw_uk! 
Eat more sustainably by choosing #meatfree, buying loose fruit and veg and getting creative with ingredients nearing their expiry date.
Got leftover bread? Don’t toss it! Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil, grill to perfection, and voilà – crunchy croutons or rustic toast to complement a vibrant salad.
Try our very own Panzanella recipe for a quick, easy and waste-free #MeatFreeMonday meal! 
Ingredients
½ loaf ciabatta
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, 1 peeled, 1 crushed
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons good-quality red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly chopped flatleaf parsley
1 tablespoon baby capers, drained
6 plum tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 small red onion, finely sliced
½ cucumber, deseeded and cut into chunks
2 celery stalks, finely sliced
12 fresh basil leaves, ripped
50 g stoned black olives, halved
salt and freshly ground black pepper
This year #StPatricksDay falls on a #MeatFreeMonday, so even more reason to go green! 
You could kick things off with a hearty bowl of Irish Stew to Get Down You by @pritchardswyd . Bursting with flavour (and a splash of Irish stout), it’s the perfect dish to warm you up and keep you merry!
And of course, no celebration is complete without dessert! How about a BIG slice of Chocolate Guinness Cake by @sovegan? This decadent combo of rich chocolate and bittersweet Guinness makes for the perfect festive sweet treat!
Get the full recipe details in our bio link 
Eat the rainbow for #MeatFreeMonday and beyond with these veg-packed Not-So-Summer Rolls! Pair them with our nutty dipping sauce for the perfect quick and healthy snack. 
Ingredients
For the rolls
1 pack rice paper wrapping sheets, also known as spring roll wrapping papers
1-2 nests (roughly 60 g) rice vermicelli noodles
For the filling, an assortment of vegetables such as
½ medium cucumber
1-2 red or yellow peppers
1 carrot
1 small head of gem, romaine or iceberg lettuce or some Swiss chard
1 large handful of mint (15 g)
1 large handful of coriander (10-15 g)
¼ red cabbage
3-4 radishes
For the dipping sauce
3 tablespoons peanut butter, crunchy or smooth
2 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoons sriracha
1 lime, juiced
Boost your dishes with the power of rosemary!
Rosemary isn’t just a herb – it’s an incredible superfood that brings bold flavour and fragrance to your kitchen all year round! This evergreen beauty enriches a variety of meat free dishes including pies, tarts, roast vegetables, breads, stews and casseroles.
Did you know that rosemary contains a number of essential oils which have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties? Studies have also shown that sniffing rosemary can improve our ability to remember tasks, while rosemary oil can enhance alertness and support long-term memory!
How do you incorporate rosemary into your cooking or everyday life?