recipes

A delicious spicy harissa paste salad dressing that’s mellowed with the addition of creamy Greek yoghurt. We use the Belazu rose harissa paste which we have found is very popular with our families.

Mar 14

Mar 14 Tahini and ginger zingy dressing

A lovely nutty salad dressing that’s lifted with the tang of the Dijon mustard. Pairs perfectly with a robust grain salad or roasted vegetables. If left to sit it might thicken up, so just loosen again with a splash of water.

Mar 14

Mar 14 Creamy avocado green dressing

Feb 20

Feb 20 Harissa roasted cauli & chickpea salad

A lovely warm salad that will take you through from Autumn to Spring. I used a jar of Brindisa chickpeas but these can be substituted with tinned to keep the cost down. I have used raw beetroot that I have grated. However you could use a pouch of ready steamed beetroot that is now available from supermarkets.

Feb 9

Feb 9 Store cupboard chickpea dahl

A dahl is a super quick and easy vegetarian one pot that warms you from the inside out. The addition of chickpeas helps to increase the protein content, even if it’s not entirely traditional. If you have a well stocked store cupboard this makes a great meal when the fridge is empty and the prospect of a trip to the supermarket doesn’t appeal. If you need help stocking your store cupboard download our handy shopping list from the Resource section.

Jan 14

Jan 14 Vitamin C booster smoothie

Recipes, Juices and smoothies

Winter may not seem the time you fancy a smoothie, but they are so handy for packing so much goodness.

When I set out to create a new smoothie recipe, I was aiming for at least one vegetable, high fibre content, high in vitamin C, a good morning boost, a light textured and a pretty colour! Oh and why not include that daily dose of flaxseed (really helps with the hot flushes). I think I managed to tick all the boxes and it’s delicious! Give it a try and let me know!

Jan 11

Jan 11 Moroccan-spiced squash and lentil stew

We love cooking with lentils - super cheap, high in protein and can be used in so many ways depending on the type of lentil you choose. In this dish we have used green lentils, which hold their shape and are perfect for spiced dishes. We always soak our lentils before using, this helps to remove the phytochemicals which can prevent absorption of minerals such as zinc and magnesium.

Jan 10

Jan 10 Overnight flaxseed & chia cinnamon breakfast pots

Recipes, Breakfast and brunch

Good habits start with breakfast. Making ahead is one of the best advice we can give. Those overnight flaxseed and chia breakfast pots take 10 minutes to prepare the day before and keep in the fridge for 2-3 days. Ideal to make on a Sunday afternoon and that’s Monday and Tuesday’s breakfast sorted. They are balanced, high in protein to keep you full until lunchtime and just delicious.

Nov 19

Nov 19 Lentil, mushroom and kale stew

Although we are not vegetarians we often eat vegetarian meals especially as we get a bit older. A vegetarian meal with puy lentils and mushroom is perfect for a midweek meal or meat free Monday meal. The mushrooms and miso paste hit the unami spot perfectly in this recipe. For a more substantial meal you could serve with some wild or brown rice - but it’s hearty enough without.

Nov 12

Nov 12 roasted carrot and red lentil soup

Roasted carrots with red lentils and coconut milk make a sublime soup perfect for a filling lunch or supper. We always make sure we have protein and healthy fats in our soup - which means that they are filling bowls full of nourishment that keep us fuller for longer.

Nov 7

Nov 7 roasted vegetable and lentil salad

Regular readers of our blog and social media pages will know that we love a salad even in the colder months. However the key is to add warm elements. There’s nothing worse than a cold crisp iceberg lettuce in the winter! This salad is warm with roasted vegetables, warm lentils and then a punch harissa spicy dressing. So easy to rustle up on a cold winter day. If I am going to roast vegetables then I make a large tray full to be enjoyed over the coming days.

Oct 26

Oct 26 Super quick chickpea veggie curry bowl

Great option for those short on time but wanting flavour! Packed full of goodness with chickpeas, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms and spinach this is a vegetarian option but you could add any leftover roast chicken. This takes very little prep, especially if you decided to go for ready chopped frozen vegetables. As always, make extra and save yourself portion for lunch the next day!

Oct 14

Oct 14 Chilli ginger butternut squash soup

Soups are a wonderful way to pack essential nutrients into a delicious meal. One of my favourite taste combo is chilli and ginger anti teams up perfectly with all the winter root vegetables. This is a treaty soup you can happily eat on it’s own or with a nice slice of garlic grated toasted sourdough. I always add a little crunch with lots of seeds to serve. Leave out the chilli if you have young kids who don’t fancy it. Oh and that little bit of bacon, if you chose to use it, makes such a difference.

Sep 27

Sep 27 curried chicken and coconut soup

This is the perfect soup when you have leftover chicken. Often when we cook a whole chicken or some individual portions we add either another chicken or some extra portions for leftovers. This is such an easy win in meal prep as it takes no extra time and provides you with a great protein source for the next day. This curried chicken soup is a heart warming bowl of goodness that makes a heart lunch or evening meal. To make it vegetarian see notes below.

Sep 22

Sep 22 courgette and tomato frittata

Recipes, Breakfast and brunch

This is a perfect blood sugar stabilising breakfast/brunch or lunch. Hey you could even rustle it up for an evening meal as well. Eggs work so well as stabilising blood sugar levels as they are full of protein with some fat too.

Sep 13

Sep 13 red cabbage, beetroot and quinoa salad

A beautiful and vibrant red salad that’s like a slaw in texture - but packs a little more nutrition. With the quinoa, edamame beans and avocado there’s plenty of protein to keep you full until the next meal. However if you are active or having a higher protein need you might want to add some halloumi or feta as well. The ginger and tahini dressing provides a delicious taste as well as providing some calcium from the tahini.

Sep 13

Sep 13 ginger tahini dressing for salads

This dressing is an excellent addition to salads and veggie platters. It’s creamy with the earthy and nuttiness of tahini - accentuated by the ginger and lime. It’s great for vegans and post-menopausal women worried about their calcium intake as tahini is a good source of calcium.

Sep 12

Sep 12 Overnight steel cut oats and chia breakfast bowl

Recipes, Breakfast and brunch

The breakfast debate ( to have or not to have, what and when) is still going strong! The other question is whether you prefer sweet or savoury!
My answer for now is that I love a breakfast that’s made ahead, balanced delicious and nourishing. So here’s another overnight recipe to help you out! Making ahead is one of the best advice I can give if you want to ensure you fuel properly! Use any seasonal fresh fruit to top up or your go to handy frozen fruits!

Sep 11

Sep 11 Dark chocolate date and nut butter fudge