Toasted sourdough bread generously topped with hummus, cherry tomatoes and crumbled feta, then sprinkled with chopped flat-leaf parsley.

Not only are beans and lentils very nutritious, they can also taste very delicious when they’re prepared in traditional Mediterranean and Asian ways. Here are more than 30 of our tastiest and most nourishing bean and lentil recipes.

Nothing beats the flavor or aroma of freshly baked focaccia bread. This focaccia is topped with sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic rosemary, and contains half whole wheat flour for extra goodness.

With a little imagination, and some inspiration from Mediterranean and Asian cuisines, it’s easy to take a humble can of tuna and turn it into an almost endless variety of tasty, nourishing dishes.

A simple omega-3 rich pasta dish with sardines, green beans and a range of tasty immune-boosting ingredients including extra virgin olive oil, capers, parsley and chili.

The Japanese diet is one of the healthiest and tastiest diets in the world. That’s why we put together this handy guide to traditional Japanese eating practices — which also includes lots of yummy Japanese recipes.

A delicious and comforting fish stew with classic Spanish flavors that's surprisingly easy to make. Serve with crusty bread or rice on the side.

Smooth and creamy roasted pumpkin hummus with a hint of cumin. Serve as a dip with toasted pita wedges, crudités or slices of crusty bread. Or enjoy it as a filling in a flatbread wrap with crispy salad veggies.

This simple stir-fry is packed with flavor and nutrients and takes only around 20 minutes to make. The stir-fried broccoli softens as it cooks and has a slightly nutty flavor, which works beautifully with the plump cashews.

A rustic and mouthwatering pasta salad chock full of traditional Italian ingredients including olives, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts, all coated in a creamy basil and Parmesan dressing.

Deliciously smoky grilled shrimp and vegetable skewers coated in a Moroccan-spiced lemon and olive oil marinade.

A delicious, velvety smooth dip made with a combination of five classic Greek ingredients: feta cheese, garlic, lemon juice, oregano and white beans.

Succulent baked teriyaki chicken served with seasoned soba noodles and a nourishing collection of crisp and colorful vegetables.

A rustic, tomatoey Tuscan rugu with delicate brown lentils, zucchini and carrots served with cheesy soft polenta. You can also easily turn this recipe into an opulent tuna and lentil ragu by adding bite-size pieces of fresh tuna for the final 5 minutes of cooking.