The Frugal Flexitarian

Many of us are looking to enhance our eating habits by swapping out meat-heavy meals for more plant-focused options. For those who wish to cut back on meat without completely giving it up, The Frugal Flexitarian offers a variety of delicious recipes. Our meals are not only healthy but also budget-friendly and easy to prepare, marking the beginning of a new way of living. At The Frugal Flexitarian, we love to share our favorite recipes with you. We often dive into global cuisines while also highlighting local ingredients and traditional dishes. We have a special appreciation for the Mediterranean diet, and many of our recipes are inspired by this vibrant and healthy way of eating. During a memorable sailing trip in Turkey and Greece, we caught fresh sea bass and bream while aboard a Gulet. Our talented Turkish cook prepared a wide range of meals using seasonal vegetables, legumes, and herbs that we gathered from small villages along the stunning Mediterranean coast—truly a celebration of local and seasonal dining. We recognize the importance of reducing our carbon footprint through our food choices, so you’ll also find recipes that showcase ingredients sourced from the British Isles and even those that you can grow in your own garden.

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Air Fryer Asparagus - Amazing Roast Asparagus with Labneh

1 month ago | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on May 5, 2025Sometimes when I eat out, I try a dish that’s so delicious I just have to do my own version. The other day, at the new and very hip One Club Row, I enjoyed a delicious dish of asparagus with labneh and hazelnuts. I believe I waxed lyrical for a good 10 minutes or so about how I want to try making it at home. And, Air Fryer Asparagus is one of my favourite spring treats. So, why not?
Baked Chicken with Broccoli

Mar 13, 2025 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on March 13, 2025I love pies with rich, creamy fillings. Sadly, my waistline disagrees, but I’ve discovered a magic secret ingredient that means I don’t need to add cream or make bechamel. I’ve also been making bruschetta with leftover bread in the airfryer, and I’ve discovered that with a few minutes in the food processor, they can be turned into the best toasted breadcrumbs ever.
Baked Cod with Tomatoes

Feb 2, 2025 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on February 2, 2025This recipe for baked cod with tomatoes is a store-cupboard/freezer favourite of mine. While it looks superbly fresh and is, I believe, healthy, most of the ingredients are in my store cupboard or freezer. It’s also a flexible recipe – in fact I made this last week using cherry tomatoes. I also make it using mi-cuit roasted tomatoes that I grew myself and froze last autumn. I added in a handful of olives this time too.
Red Wine Jus - A Delectable and Classic Favourite

Jan 4, 2025 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on January 4, 2025The kind of red wine reduction that makes for one of those rich and delicious sauces is hardly a frugal creation. But, red wine jus is an addition that can elevate all sorts of dishes to the sublime and, if you make your own bone stock, the cost is mostly just that of half a bottle of wine. There are a few tricks you can use to make this classic sauce your own or to tailor it to the dish you are planning to serve it with.
Saffron Risotto - Fragrant Rice Perfection

Dec 17, 2024 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on December 17, 2024There’s nothing more cathartic for me than making risotto. I love standing and stirring the rice, adding in the stock little by little and watching my risotto come together. Saffron risotto is something of a special occasion treat for me – and perfect topped with scallop, halibut or chunks of monkfish. I sometimes throw in whatever I have in the way of green vegetables (peas, tenderstem broccoli or, as in this case, rocket) to add a little interest.
Creamy Fish Pie to Warm up a Wintery Evening

Nov 25, 2024 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on November 25, 2024I grew up dreading fish pie Friday. Much as I loved the idea of a fragrant creamy fish pie, my mother insisted on lacing the dish with eggs and I hated finding morsels of yolk or white when I was hoping for a mouthful of cod! My own recipe for this creamy fish pie is based on hers but leaves out the eggs, which on reflection were probably a way to make the dish a little more frugal. The fundamental dish is the same as Mum’s though.
Green Tomato Chutney with Ginger - spicy, piquant and delicious

Oct 31, 2024 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on October 31, 2024It’s that time of year; the last of tomatoes need to be harvested – many of them simply won’t ever ripen and will rot on the vine if they are left unharvested. I grow my tomatoes so each year I’m left with literally kilos of green tomatoes which I make into green tomato soup or green tomato chutney. If you don’t you may well find that your local farmers’ market has baskets of them for sale at a very reasonable price.
Lemon Chicken Tagine - Fragrant Delectable & Moroccan Inspired

Oct 13, 2024 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on October 26, 2024At this time of year, I love spicy food, warming stews and rich, deep flavours. A Tagine is not only the name of the unique cooking pot used for recipes like this but is a Moroccan recipe. It usually involves meat or fish and some kind of fruit and vegetables. It seems particularly appropriate to make a lemon chicken tagine using preserved lemons and olives because they are ingredients I always have on hand.
Spanish Omelette with Chorizo and Crisps

Sep 12, 2024 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on September 12, 2024This has to be one of the simplest ways to make a Spanish Omelette with Chorizo. It was brought to fame by Michelin-starred chef Ferran Adrià and works brilliantly with all kinds of crisps (chips if you are in the USA), flavoured or just salted. It doesn’t matter if your crisps are leftover from the night before either. This version uses salted crips but I’m adding onion and chorizo for a spicy take on a classic Spanish Omelette or Tortilla.
Mouthwatering Delectable Recipes Make the Most of your Air Fryer

Aug 26, 2024 | frugalflexitarian.com | Fiona Maclean

Last Updated on August 26, 2024The kitchen gadget of the year for 2024, the Air Fryer works on so many levels. Of course it’s perfect for quickly heating up frozen chips, chicken nuggets and sausages. But, did you know that it’s also ideal for baking small batches of things like scones that are best served warm and fresh. How about griddling fish in your air fryer – it’s a healthy, quick way to make supper.