Why have a traditional, British-style Christmas dinner when the sun is shining and the BBQ should be sizzling? Try these fuss-free recipes for a Kiwi Kirihimete that tastes like summer - just as Christmas should.
Nov 18, 2019 3:11amBy Harriet Keown
Make Christmas easier than ever this year by preparing a beautiful grazing platter to keep your guests happy all day long. All you'll need to do is stock up the table with fresh produce and tasty nibbles, then relax with a glass of bubbles!
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1Recipe
Sparkling berry punch
This refreshing sparkling berry punch recipe was made to be enjoyed in the summer sun! Make an alcohol free version by swapping wine for sparkling grape juice, lemonade or soda water
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Grilled mussels with pesto, sun-dried tomato and cheese
Take your next nibbles up a notch with Nici Wickes' grilled mussels recipe. Topped with tasty goodies then cooked until bubbling, these little bites are perfect for sharing with friends and family over drinks
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Barbecue prawns with avocado salsa
These tasty barbecue prawns are perfect accompanied with avocado salsa are enjoyed as a delicious starter.
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Asparagus, chicken, egg and new potato salad
This light and fresh asparagus, chicken, egg and new potato salad is perfect for a quick workday lunch or on the side at a barbecue. Serve with our delicious herb dressing for extra zing.
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Green salad with shaved cucumber and raspberry dressing
This delightfully fresh green salad recipe combines shaved cucumber, peas, mint and raspberry dressing to create a delicious side dish. Try serving as part of a summery alfresco meal. Delicious!
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New potato salad with easy mint pesto dressing
New season spuds are the star of this potato salad recipe. Homemade mint pesto dressing gives this side dish a delicious edge the whole family will love. Enjoy warm or cold with lunch or dinner
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Barbecue salmon parcels
Cooking seafood on the bbq has never been easier than this delicious barbecue salmon parcel recipe! Quick, easy and fresh, this dish will be your go-to this summer
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Summer lamb and beetroot salad
Quickly seared lamb underpins this tasty dish, making it perfectly adequate for dinner. Pulled together in just 20 minutes, it's a quick and healthy meal that everyone will love.
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Herby drumsticks
Chicken drumsticks have never tasted better than they do lathered in these incredible Nici Wickes marinades. Go Moroccan-style or opt for a zingy and herby alternative - or why not give both a try?
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Rosemary roast beef fillet
This rosemary roast beef fillet will look so good on your Christmas table - the red of the perfectly-cooked fillet matches beautifully with the roasted beetroot and onions!
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11Recipe
Baked fish with a sesame, pistachio and harissa crust
Nadia Lim's baked fish recipe may be the perfect entertaining meal. The oven does all the hard work to create this gluten-free dish that's ready in just 20 minutes. Be sure to serve hot sprinkled with coriander
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Barbecue lamb racks with pomegranate and quince glaze
These deliciously tender barbecue lamb racks with pomegranate and quince glaze are a recipe that's sophisticated enough to serve at Christmas but won't take you hours to make
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Rosemary, garlic and lemon marinated lamb chops
Nadia Lim's rosemary, garlic and lemon marinated lamb chops are so delicious, especially when served with grilled lemon halves and a generous lashing of homemade hummus.
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Crumbed Christmas salmon
Every so often, the family asks for something other than turkey for Christmas and with a third of the family non-meat eaters who will eat fish, this recipe of Nici Wickes is the answer.
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Cherry and coconut tart
Fresh cherries burst with deliciousness in this tart. Covered with beautifully crispy shredded coconut, the flavours melt perfectly together to create a tasty festive dessert.
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16Recipe
Easy summer strawberry trifle
This showstopping strawberry trifle recipe is a must for any sweet summer occasion - especially Christmas! Easy and requiring just a few ingredients, this recipe is a winner
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Making a tub of creamy, homemade ice cream doesn’t come any easier than this! You don't even need an ice cream maker for this recipe - simply combine all the divine ingredients and let the freezer do the rest of the work.
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Meringue and berry layer cake
This impressive dessert is the perfect centrepiece for your Christmas table. The best part is, the meringues and fruit can be made ahead of time, then it’s just a quick assemble on the day.
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Modern Christmas cake
This wonderful recipe sees moist, fruity Christmas cake topped with cinnamon buttercream, fresh figs and pistachios! It's the perfect dessert to enjoy with friends and family during the festive season
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5-ingredient vegan dark chocolate and avocado truffles
Nadia Lim's vegan truffle recipe makes getting your chocolate fix a not-so-naughty affair. Dairy and gluten-free, this easy five-ingredient recipe is perfect for enjoying at your next sweet occasion
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