According to one poll, a third of Britons are now trying to reduce their meat intake. But if you're giving up meat and dairy for the first time, it can be difficult at first to know what to cook. Thankfully, plenty of foodies and chefs are embracing tasty plant-based, veg-packed recipes that just so happen to be vegan.

Here, we share our favourite vegan recipes, from hearty stews to light salads.

Tasty vegan recipes

Cauli ‘polenta’ with shimeji and hazelnuts

Eve Kalinik's everyday dishes for better digestion include vegan options such as this cauli polenta.