Hearts of palm salad with lime & honey dressing

Try to seek out this South American favourite that’s similar to celery and artichoke. Serve in a crunchy, fresh salad with zesty dressing

Black beans & rice

A simple two-ingredient side to serve with all manner of mains – try it with barbecued meat or vegetarian salads

Smoky tomato pepper salsa

This Brazilian salsa finished with sweet paprika makes a great accompaniment for grilled meat and fish

Cumin & onion marinated beef

Based on the Brazilian dish churrasco, steak is flavoured with tangy Worcestershire sauce, spices, citrus and garlic

Frango churrasco (Grilled lemon & garlic chicken)

Light up the grill and throw on this Brazilian-inspired barbecued chicken with a piri-piri, paprika and coriander marinade

Grilled corn with garlic mayo & grated cheese

Flavour barbecued corn on the cob Brazilian-style with coriander, lime, garlic mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese

Roasted chilli prawns

Finish these Brazilian-style prawn skewers on the barbecue then let everyone peel and dip in smoky chilli dip

BBQ halloumi skewers

This oregano seasoning is based on a Brazilian recipe using ‘queijo de coalho’ and works really well with halloumi. Serve with a selection of dipping sauces

Cajun chicken & pineapple burger

This tropical burger with soured cream, cheddar cheese and salad can be cooked come rain or shine – it’s barbecue and grill friendly

Crispy sesame fish burger with lime mayo

Make a four star fish finger sandwich by serving crisp pieces of cod, haddock or pollock in a roll with coriander mayo and avocado