Deep Filled Blueberry Pie with Peanut Butter Pastry
Deep Filled Blueberry Pie with Peanut Butter Pastry - a gluten-free recipe for breakfast or dessert A recipe for a deep filled blueberry pie with a sweet, crunchy streusel topping and thick peanut butter pastry. A fancy weekend...
Green Herb Omelette with Ginger, Cumin & Turmeric
A savoury omelette flavoured with a mix of green herbs - coriander, parsley, dill and chives. It includes spice notes of cumin, turmeric and ginger which add such a warm depth of flavour plus a whole host of nutrients. It's a wonderful way to serve a simple omelette!...
Almond, Lemon & Poppy Seed Cake (Gluten-free)
Almond, Lemon & Poppy Seed Cake (Gluten-free) This gluten-free double layer cake is sweet, earthy, nutty and zesty - all at once! The beautiful combination of sweet almonds, earthy buckwheat and lemon zest with the crunch of poppy seeds is a wonderful backdrop for...
Chicken, Spinach & Tarragon Filo Pastry Topped Pie
A chicken, spinach and tarragon, deep filled pie in a creamy sauce. Suitable for a family meal or a large gathering which looks impressive for a meal which is easy to assemble. The filo pastry topping gives it the wow factor and adds a delicious crunch to each bite...
Raspberry Topped Chocolate Tart with Almond Biscuit
Easy chocolate tart recipe This is such an easy recipe but it tastes sublime! The base is just 3 ingredients - ground almonds, cocoa powder and butter (which can be substituted for coconut oil if you prefer to make it vegan). The filling takes up the other 3...
Upside-down Orange, Almond and Coconut Cake
This recipe was created in partnership with Total Sweet Xylitol to create a sugar-free cake recipe. This Upside-down Orange, Almond and Coconut cake would be the star attraction on any table! Bursting with colour and zest, the orange slices make for an attractive...
Almond Biscuit Base Tart with Creamy Chocolate Filling
Easy 6 ingredient chocolate tart recipe This is such an easy recipe but it tastes sublime! The base is just 3 ingredients - ground almonds, cocoa powder and butter (which can be substituted for coconut oil if you prefer to make it vegan). The filling takes up the...
Grain-free, Activated – Maple & Coconut Granola
I've devoted some time today to preparing about a months worth of this grain-free granola - time will tell if I can make it last a full month...! Most shop bought granola has oats and sugar as the first ingredients listed, neither of which I like to include much of...
Raspberry Breakfast Bake with a crunchy Streusel Topping
I had no intentions of baking anything today but in April, when you wake in the morning to hail stones knocking at the window and -1 degree C temperatures, the first thing I wanted to do was create some cosy in the kitchen! This raspberry Streusel bake is just perfect...
Marinated Beef, Broccoli & Courgette Stir-Fry & Satay Sauce
An ideal meal for a weekend - stir-fries are mostly prep and a little time in a hot pan until everything sizzles, throw it all on a plate and eat! Who wants to be slaving over a stove after busy week?! When using beef in a stir-fry, it's best to get ahead by...
Saag Paneer – delicious main or side dish
Saag Paneer - a simple dish with a few ingredients but one which is bursting with colour and flavour. Certainly a dish for any budding Popeye! A huge amount of spinach, but don't be alarmed - it wilts down to a fraction of the size once steamed in the pan and further...
Vanilla and Almond Bundt Cake
Bundt cakes are my favourite! Such beautiful designs, shapes, textures - they need little in the way of dressings or drizzles, they are beautiful in their own right and would stand out on any cake table. They do need time for proper preparation to ensure the cake does...
Delectable Chocolate Almond Date Slices
These are a bit of an indulgent treat due to the 3 step process to make them and also based on cost but if you can source the dates at a good price (buy in bulk and freeze is a good idea) and you can find some good quality dark chocolate at a reasonable price too,...
Meatballs in a Carrot & Turmeric Sauce with Coriander
A vibrant orange sauce which is suitable for either beef or chicken dishes. It doesn't take long to prepare and the flavours infuse during a low but short simmering on the stove top. You can make the sauce in advance and add to cooked meatballs or chicken. I serve...
Courgette, Carrot, Rosemary & Walnut Loaf
A wonderful savoury option for breakfast, lunch or food on the go. It's full of wholefood nutrition from the eggs, courgette and carrots and the flavours are elevated with the addition of rosemary. A food processor makes the food preparation much quicker with...
Cauliflower, Almond & Garam Masala Soup with Coriander
A classic cauliflower soup, upgraded with the addition of sweet ground almonds, the aromatic spices from garam masala and some flavoursome coriander leaves to balance out the flavours. Very easy to make and will provide a lunch option for a few days, packed with...
Tuna, Pomegranate & Rocket Salad with Tamari & Rice Wine
A quick to prepare, protein rich salad which is perfect for a lunch or light evening meal. High in protein and lots of vibrant and fresh ingredients which provide vitamins and minerals for general health. Tuna, Pomegranate & Rocket Salad with Tamari & Rice...
Mozzarella, Tomato & Spinach Frittatas with Salad
A way to cook eggs when you have a little more time - oven baked in a baking tin with red onion, tomato, spinach and mozzarella cheese. Serve with lots of fresh salad for lunch. Mozzarella, Tomato & Spinach Frittatas with Salad 2 eggs (whisked)40 g grated...
Cucumber, Spinach, Lime & Hemp Protein Green Smoothie
Refreshing green smoothie made with spinach, cucumber, lime and flax seeds for healthy fats, hemp powder for protein and banana for sweetness. Ready in minutes and provides you with a great nutritional boost for breakfast. Cucumber, Spinach, Lime & Hemp Protein...
Blueberry, Kefir & Oat Chia Pudding Breakfast Pot
A small and light breakfast but one which packs a delicious flavour and nutritional punch! I have used blueberries here but you can swap the berries for any you have to hand (including frozen ones). Swap the kefir yoghurt for a plantbased yoghurt if you prefer to make...
Kale, Red Pepper & Onion Egg Scramble with Balsamic, Ginger & Garlic
A flavoursome, nutritious meal ready in under 15 minutes so ideal as a quick brunch or lunch. 4 good size portions of vegetables and 21g of protein. The garlic is added at the end of cooking, just before serving to preserve flavour and nutritients. If you prefer to...
Roasted Butternut, Peppers & Red Onion with Chickpeas & Halloumi with Pomegranate Dressing
A lovely roasted vegetable dish with bell peppers, butternut squash and red onion. Chickpeas and halloumi make up the protein for this meal and healthy fats come from the olive oil. Omit the halloumi to reduce calories and fat intake and also to make it...
Tear-n-Share Sticky Hot Cross Buns – Vegan & Sugar-free
Tear-n-Share Sticky Hot Cross Buns - Vegan & Sugar-free Buns390 mls soya milk60 g dairy-free spread1 tsp apple cider vinegar14 g fast action yeast400 g strong white bread flour200 g wholemeal spelt flour75 g xylitol1 tsp fine sea salt1.5 TBSP gram flour1 apple...
Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chilli & Orange Spring Flowers
Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chilli & Orange Spring Flowers Option 1100 g coconut oil25 g raw cacao powder1.5 TBSP xylitol - powdered (xylitol ground to a powder in a coffee grinder)2 tsp orange zest1 pinch chilli powderOption 2100 g 100% dark chocolate1.5 TBSP...
Vegan Simnel Easter Swirl Cake with Sugar-Free Marzipan
Vegan Simnel Easter Swirl Cake with Sugar-Free Marzipan Simnel Cake150 g dried figs150 g dried apricots100 g dried goji berries300 g mix of raisins and sultanas50 g mixed peel150 mls fresh orange juice2 tsp almond extract1 zest of whole orange1 zest of whole lemon1...
Spiced Peanut Cannellini Bean Pasta Bake with Cauliflower
I love a recipe you can throw into one dish, bake in the oven and do little but wait for the ingredients to fuse and melt together to form one amazing tasting meal. Take this one-pot pasta bake dish for example. A traditional Italian recipe using traditional Italian...
Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Burger – Plant Based, Vegan Burger
15 minute Epic Tasting Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Burger BBQ Jackfruit1 tin jackfruit - 200g drained weight200 mls tomato passata1 dash apple cider vinegar1 pinch sweet smoked paprika1 TBSP tamari1/2 tsp dried garlic granules1/2 tsp dried onion granules1 tsp liquid smoke -...
Tomato & Tofu One-pot Curry in a Hurry!
Tomato & Tofu One-pot Curry in a Hurry! 1 brown onion (diced)3 cloves garlic (peeled, minced)2" piece ginger (peeled, finely chopped )1 block firm tofu (drained, cubed)1 tsp each of ground turmeric, cumin & curry powder1 pinch sweet smoked paprika 300 mls...
5 Ingredient Satay Sauce with Brown Rice Noodles & Tofu
5 Ingredient Satay Sauce with Brown Rice Noodles & Tofu 5 Ingredient Satay Sauce1 large clove garlic (peeled, minced)1 lime - juice2 TBSP tamari1 TBSP pure Maple syrup1 TBSP peanut butterRemaining ingredients1 block firm tofu (pressed, drained, cubed small)1 leaf...
Roasted Garlic & Butternut Squash Curried, Creamy Sauce
A flavoursome and creamy sauce made from butternut squash, a mixture of spices, coconut milk and stock. You can make a large batch of this and portion it out for freezing for future meals. It's perfect to use a s a pasta sauce or in a lasgane. It could also...
Morrocan Vegetable Tagine – easy one-pot recipe
This easy one-pot Morrocan Vegetable Tagine is a wonderful mix of several different vegetables and chickpeas, all cooked slowly in ras-el-hanut spiced, tomato sauce. Recipes which incorporate more vegetables into your diet are a great way to ensure you are getting a...
4 Step Vegan Chocolate Mousse Tart with Butternut
Easy, 4 step, Vegan Chocolate Mousse Tart. It can be made a day in advance, served chilled and tastes amazing while still being full of healthy ingredients like almonds, oats, raw cacao, dates, coconut cream and even roasted butternut squash which is it's secret...
Sweet Potato, Broccoli & Quorn Masala Curry
This is one of my favourite curry sauces because it's naturally low in fat as it uses coconut milk from a carton instead of a can. It gets its creamy consistency from using apple sauce which adds a nice tart flavour against the spices. This is a mild-tasting curry,...
Chocolate Tahini Fudge Cake with Chocolate Topping
A super simple and very delicious vegan chocolate and tahini fudge cake. Very moist and very chocolatey! Just one slice of this cake will satisfy your sweet tooth meaning you have 5 more to share with friends or family (if you're feeling generous 😉 ) It's very easy...
Metis® Fruit & Thyme Baked Shortcrust Lattice Pie
Metis® is a new premium fruit to hit the shelves of the UK this year! A wonderful mix of flavours from plum and apricot, juicy and crunchy with some beautiful colours ranging from deep reds to warm oranges and brighter tones. There are 4 different ones to choose...
Baked Smokey Butterbeans & Vine Tomatoes on Sourdough
Baked Smokey Butterbeans & Vine Tomatoes on Sourdough Baked beans1 tin butterbeans (rinsed, drained)1 tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp sweet smoked paprika1 tsp pure maple syrup1 tsp red wine vinegar2 TBSP tomato puree paste4 TBSP waterRemaining...
Red Lentil, Carrot, Cumin, Ginger & Coriander Soup
One of the highlights of entering the cooler months is that I can make a new soup each week which I keep in the fridge, ready for heating up for a quick lunch. During a busy day, it's all too easy to skip lunch, so it's always handy to have something which can be...
Turmeric, Thyme & Tomato with Red Onion Vegan Quiche
This quiche is the reason I haven't been dropping off to sleep so easily for the last few nights! How do I make the base gluten-free? How will it all hold together without crumbling apart? How can I make the filling of tofu and gram flour not taste bland? What will...
Nectarine and Peach Galette with Ice-cream
Nectarine and Peach Galette - one of the best ways to eat all that lovely stone fruit this season! You need few ingredients to make this dessert if you use readymade short-crust pastry, you need just a few nectarines, peaches, a dusting of flour plus some toasted...
Heirloom Tomatoes on Sourdough Toast with Avocado & Spinach
Heirloom Tomatoes on Sourdough Toast with Avocado & Spinach 1 slice sourdough bread1 selection of heirloom tomatoes washed and sliced thinly1 small avocado skin removed (sliced)1 small handful spinach leaves washed (shredded)1 tsp hemp seed oilground black pepper...
Heirloom Tomatoes with Avocado & Spinach on Sourdough
A simple dish to eat for breakfast, lunch or brunch! A lovely way to improve on that regular avocado on toast is by adding some juicy heirloom tomatoes some shredded fresh spinach and ground black pepper. I also added a drizzle of hep seed oil because I just love...
Mexican Black Bean Chilli with Molasses, Quinoa & Avocado
The simple combination of beans with a whole grain provides a wealth of plant-based nutrition and protein. It's a fail-proof combination to have a meal which provides everything you need in one hit - around 20g of protein with a full amino acid profile, high fibre to...
Butternut, Flageolet & Spinach Stuffed Pasta with Super Green Sauce
This recipe was created for Sacla using their new SUPER GREENS SAUCE. *I used a 25cm x 35cm oven roasting dish for this recipe and the quantity of ingredients shown are to fit this. Please adjust ingredients to suit your roasting tray size. Giant pasta shapes stuffed...
Sweet Potato, Bell Pepper & Onion Pizza with Kale Gremolata
Sweet Potato, Bell Pepper & Onion Pizza with Kale Gremolata Pizza and topping1 pizza base1 cup pizza sauce1 medium sweet potato - pre-cooked (thin slices, steamed or roasted)1 small red onion (thinly sliced)1/2 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)1 TBSP balsamic...
Vegan Courgette Loaf Cake with Blueberry Cream & Lavender Topping
A deliciously moist loaf cake which uses the healthiest ingredients possible without compromising on taste. Courgette, wholemeal spelt flour, ground almonds, coconut oil and dark muscovado sugar are the main ingredients which all come together to create a dense loaf...
Orange and Ginger Health Shot Zinger
You do not need to use many ingredients to get a health boost - try this orange and ginger shot - full of vitamin C from the orange and anti-inflammatory properties of ginger - this combination of ingredients are great for the colder months to arm yourself against any...
Toffee Apple, Hazelnut Porridge with Figs and Cacao
September has finally reached us, after a long and relaxing summer with my family spent between Cyrpus and Prague, we've made the most of our time together. But today, I said goodbye to each of my boys as they left for school to start another term. It's a bittersweet...
3 ingredient Ginger Nut & Vanilla Cream Stuffed Strawberries
An easy recipe using only 3 ingredients to make a quick, delicious and healthy dessert - ideal for taking to a Summer garden party or for a fun activity for the children on a rainy afternoon in August (because in the UK we have quite a few of those!). I first saw a...
Banana & Peanut Butter, Choc Chunk Muffins – Gluten-free, Vegan
Easy-peasy, high energy muffins perfect for a boost of energy, breakfast on the go or just a mid-afternoon treat, these muffins take just 15 minutes to make, 15 minutes to bake and even less time to eat 😉 I like to make a batch of these on Sunday mornings - the smell...
Raw Tropical Mango, Banana & Passion Fruit Tarts with Hazelnuts
Tropical flavours of mango, banana, passionfruit and coconut make up the filling for these easy to make raw, vegan hazelnut based tarts. They will take about 15 minutes of preparation, plus some chilling time in the fridge to set and you have a delicious Summer...
Basil Pesto & Spring Onion Sourdough Bruschetta
Bruschetta! One of the most delicious ways to eat toast! I love the combination of juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil and flavoursome fresh garlic with onions all finished with a generous amount of black pepper - all on top of toasted sourdough bread. Like pizza and...
Garlic, Mushroom & Lentil Stuffed Courgette Spirals in Pesto Passata
One of my favourite ways to eat courgette is in this dish, oven-baked in tomato passata mixed with basil pesto and stuffed with mushrooms, onions, garlic and lentils. A dish full of plant-based protein and full of flavour. Serve with a side of peppery rocket leaves...
Green Goddess Dressed Salad with Avocado, Peas & Spicy Chickpeas
Roasted Garlic, Sweet Potatoes & Tomatoes with Chickpeas & Watercress
Roasted Garlic, Sweet Potatoes & Tomatoes with Chickpeas & Watercress 1 large sweet potato (peeled and sliced)10 cherry tomatoes (washed)1 bulb garlic (top chopped off)1 cup cooked quinoa1/2 cup cooked chickpeas1 cup watercress1/4 cup sweetcorn3 slices...
BBQ Tempeh with Quinoa, Corn, Spicy Chickpeas & Greens
Tempeh is a really great source of vegan protein at nearly 40% of the tempeh being formed of protein which is essential for muscle growth, tissue repair and cell maintenance in the body. It's also a complete protein as it contains all 8 essential amino acids. It is...
Roasted Veggies with Corn, Peas & Chickpeas – Tahini Dressing
A substantial salad combing the caramelised flavours of roasted vegetables mixed with sweetcorn, peas and spinach with quinoa and chickpeas, all dressed in a creamy tahini dressing. Roasted Veggies with Corn, Peas & Chickpeas - Tahini Dressing Roasting veggies2...
Roasted Vegetables Summer Salad with Quinoa & Chickpeas
A Summer salad using sweet potatoes, red bell peppers and courgettes, combined with quinoa, chickpeas and fresh spinach. Roughly chop the sweet potatoes, courgettes, peppers and red onions and pop them on a baking tray, evenly spaced to ensure they cook properly. If...
Summer Berry Coconut Creamed Oats Pudding Pot
A healthy way to eat dessert! A delicious mix of Summer Berries, creamy oats and chia in coconut milk - all infused together in a cute little pot! Strawberries & Raspberries with Coconut Oats and Chia 1 cup jumbo oats3 cups water + 1 dash of apple cider vinegar to...
Strawberries & Raspberries with Coconut Oats and Chia
The taste of Summer in a little breakfast pot! A wonderful mix of sweet strawberries against the tart raspberries infuses into the creamy, overnight soaked oats which have been gently warmed in coconut milk with some chia for added protein and healthy fats. If you...
Lemon, Blueberry & Almond Banana Loaf – vegan
Deliciously moist banana bread loaf with a blueberry, lemon and almond butter twist! I am yet to find somebody on this planet who does not eagerly say 'yes please'! when offered a slice of banana bread! Mixing ripe bananas into cake mixture ensures a beautifully...
Asian Tofu Stir Fry with Rice Vermicelli Noodles & Quinoa
Stir-fry - it's definitely one of my favourite meals to eat! It's so quick to make, tastes so much better than a takeaway (not to mention healthier too!), and I absolutely love the bursts of garlic, ginger, lime and coriander against the crunchy veggies and crispy...
Quinoa, Green Lentil, Walnut & Chive Plant-based Burger
Most of us love to tuck into a good burger with all the trimmings don't we?! 😉 Well, this one is sure to satisfy your cravings...... The burger patty is made from a delicious mix of quinoa, lentils and crunchy walnuts so it has a real, overall nutty flavour. When I...
Summer Raspberry, Banana & Coconut Smoothie Bowl
A refreshing Summer Smoothie bowl made with raspberries, Banana and Coconut yoghurt, topped with blueberries, strawberries, kiwi, Coconut, Pumpkin seeds, chia seeds and hemp - a nutritious breakfast to start any day 🙂 Summer Raspberry, Banana & Coconut Smoothie...
Blueberry, Lemon, Almond & Polenta Butter Bean Cake
One of my favourite cakes to eat is a lemon drizzle cake, especially the one my mother-in-law bakes, but it's made with eggs and white refined sugar and flour and plenty of butter! I have wanted to make a healthier alternative for a while and this cake definitely...
Bombay Spice Mix Potatoes in a Zesty Mango Salsa
This recipe was developed for Blas y Tir using their quality Welsh Produce of Pembrokeshire Potatoes and Spring Onions. 'Thanks to the Gulf Stream, Pembrokeshire’s mild, frost-free coastal climate is perfect for growing Pembrokeshire Early Potatoes. This unique...
Potatoes & Courgette Ribbons with Spinach, Pea & Hazelnut Pesto
This recipe has been created for Blas y Tir using their fresh Welsh produce of Spring Onions and Pembrokeshire Potatoes. 'On 4th December 2013, the European Commission’s protected food name scheme awarded the Pembrokeshire Early potato its protected geographical...
Vegan Chocolate Tofu Tart with an Almond Nut Base
Vegan Healthy Tarts are one of my favourite things to make for dessert because they are quick and easy to prepare. They combine the goodness of nuts and oats in the base which is really easy to put together by whizzing them in a food processor then pressing them into...
Summer Fruit Platter – Berries, Melon, Kiwi & Mango
Some foods do not need an introduction. They do not need much preparation, cooking or pots and pans to clean afterwards. No dressings or sauces. Some foods are just fine as they are, just like this fruit platter. A perfect way to spend a sunny day, munching your way...
Mushroom, Lentil & Vegetable Ragu with Courgetti
If I had to eat just one meal for the rest of my life, I think this would be it! A childhood favourite was pasta and passata with dried herbs and lots of cheese, but this version is much healthier, much tastier, is meat-free, dairy-free, gluten-free and wins 1st place...
Tabbouleh – Parsley, Mint, Potatoes, Tomatoes & Spring Onion
This recipe was created for Blas y Tir using their Welsh produce of Pembrokeshire Potatoes. ‘Thanks to the Gulf Stream, Pembrokeshire’s mild, frost-free coastal climate is perfect for growing Pembrokeshire Early Potatoes. This unique climate and coastal soil work...
Raspberry Cream Smoothie Bowl topped with Summer Berries
Berries! They need no introduction, no special preparation - they are beautiful and taste wonderful just as they are! Not to mention the plethora of nutrients they provide - they really are the wonder food of the Summer season! Use them to top celebration cakes or a...
Asparagus, Pea & Courgette with Potatoes & Balsamic Vinaigrette
This recipe was created for Blas y Tir using their Welsh produce of Pembrokeshire Potatoes. 'Thanks to the Gulf Stream, Pembrokeshire’s mild, frost-free coastal climate is perfect for growing Pembrokeshire Early Potatoes. This unique climate and coastal soil work...
Kale, Watercress, Pomegranate, Orange & Ginger Flageolet Beans
We all need ways to get more greens into our daily diet so I m always looking for new ways to incorporate them! This kale and watercress salad is a nutritious and healthy way to eat them. It's just bursting with flavour from the juicy pomegranate seeds against the...
Lettuce, Quinoa, Sweet Potato & Mint with Tumeric Cream Dressing
One of my favourite things about warmer weather is salads! But I am not talking a few limp lettuce leaves with some random chopped tomato and a bit of onion - say whaaaat IS that thing on the side of your plate in restaurants anyway?!! The token lettuce leaf and...
Vegan Burger with Alfalfa Sprouts, Curried Mayo & Salad
This is less of a recipe and more of an idea on how to build an epic tasting burger in around 15 minutes flat! Food for the weekend! For those Friday or Saturday nights when you don't want to spend too much time in the kitchen but still want something to eat that...
Sweet Potato Wedges Buddha Bowl with Curried Coconut Dip
A super quick way to create a delicious dip, perfect for oven roasted sweet potato wedges! Simply mix a little curry powder into some thick coconut yoghurt! Sprinkle with some chopped chives and ground black pepper, it really is the most amazing addition to a buddha...
Blueberry & Banana Smoothie with Buckwheat, Nuts & Seeds
Creamy coconut yoghurt blended with wild blueberries and banana makes up this lovely purple smoothie bowl with fluffy buckwheat groats topped with a mix of nuts and seeds and some refreshing mint. If you have some buckwheat pre-prepared in your fridge, then this...
Miso Glazed Aubergine with Spring Onions & Toasted Sesame
I have never been a huge fan of aubergines before until I was lucky enough to eat at Angela Hartnett's Restaurant; Murano in Covent Garden, London. I was served THE most delicious roasted aubergine and tomatoes in pesto and olive oil. I can't remember ever tasting...
Lentil Verte, Green Kale & Coconut Curry with Fenugreek & Fennel
I love using green lentils (as well as puy lentils) because they hold their shape and bite really well during cooking meaning that when you're making a lentil curry, it doesn't melt into a thick soup-like consistency as happens when you just use red lentils. I...
Chocolate Chip, Coconut and Oat Energy Square Bites
These energy bites are perfect for keeping in the fridge and snacking on when hunger strikes! They come in really handy when you haven't got time to have a full breakfast, or when you are peckish around 11 or 3 or 7! They are good for both children and adults,...
Warm Porridge Oats with Cherries, Blueberries & Orange
It's June here in the UK - but you wouldn't know it if you look outside! 15 degrees and raining. It's been like that for a while and no sign of the weather heating up so I have retreated back to eating warm oats for breakfast! Even the heating has been clicking on...
Goji, Cherry, Chocolate & Blueberry, Coconut Creamed Oats
My first cherries of the year! And what better way to eat them than with chocolate! This is a super easy breakfast which combines goji berries, blueberries and cherries with a little raw cacao mixed into oats which have been soaked then simmered in coconut milk to...
Energy Boosting Morning Coffee & Chocolate Smoothie
This is my number 1, go-to, mid-morning smoothie for boosting my energy for the day and excellent pre-workout. It includes a shot of coffee but the caffeine absorption is slowed by bulking the smoothie with banana and peanut butter to limit those jittery feelings you...
Green Leaf Salad with Strawberries, Blueberries, Orange & Kiwi
Adding fruit to salads is a favourite choice for me! I love savoury foods but you can't beat the burst of fresh, sweet juice which comes from oranges, blueberries, strawberries or kiwifruit combined with the freshness of the green salad leaves. Drizzled with some...
Green Leaf, Carrot, Radish, Cucumber & Yellow Pepper Salad
A quick and easy salad to throw together on hot, sunny days! It makes a lovely centrepiece too if you're having guests or need to take something round to the neighbour's BBQ! Green Leaf, Carrot, Radish, Cucumber & Yellow Pepper Salad 200 g mix of any green salad...
Spring Green Feast Pizza – Broad Bean, Pea, Pistachio & Asparagus
The perfect vegan pizza for the Spring season, topped with crushed broad beans, peas, pistachios, garlic and slithers of asparagus. Here's what you will need; pizza dough frozen peas broad beans olive oil asparagus pistachios lemon juice garlic Spring Green Feast...
Buckwheat Groats, Orange, Kiwi, Walnuts and Seeds
Fluffy, Buckwheat Groats which take just 20 minutes in a pan of boiling water, topped with chopped, juicy pieces of orange and kiwi with a sprinkling of crunchy walnuts, seeds and a spoonful of smooth, creamy peanut butter. Buckwheat Groats, Orange, Kiwi, Walnuts and...
Creamy Mango & Coconut topped Chia Pudding Pots
A super simple, 5-minute breakfast you can make on busy mornings when you need something light but nutritious and bursting with flavour. Ripe mangoes are super sweet and taste absolutely delicious but as they are high in fruit sugar, I have only added a small amount...
Sweet Pea, Parsley & Red Onion Soup
5 minutes - 5 ingredients - that's all it takes to make this incredibly delicious soup! I was on my way out to the shops to buy a few ingredients but decided to not go and try and create some lunch from what I already had at home. I found some sweet red onions, a bag...
Baked, Sugar & Cinnamon topped, Spelt & Banana Doughnuts
Doughnuts: A healthy eaters nightmare!!! Deep fried and sugar coated, not exactly your healthiest food choice.....But these doughnuts are oven baked, use wholemeal spelt flour, are refined sugar-free (sweetened with coconut sugar and banana), dairy free, nut free and...
Strawberry & Pomegranate, Quinoa, Yoghurt & Seeds
Quinoa makes a good change to oats for your breakfast and as they can be prepared in advance and eaten cold, they are a super fast breakfast option too. Full of complete protein, 1 cup of cooked quinoa will provide you with around 9g of protein which can be boosted...
Oats, Chopped Brazils, Almond Butter, Orange, Kiwi & Blueberries
A lovely combination of creamy, overnight soaked oats in hazelnut milk, topped with a few chopped Brazil nuts, a spoonful of smooth almond butter and some juicy pieces of orange, kiwi fruit and blueberries. A filling a refreshing dish which offers about 18g of...
Buckwheat Groats with Hemp, Walnuts, Goji, Blueberries & Kiwi
Start the day with a plant-protein packed bowl of buckwheat groats, hemp seeds and walnuts in hazelnut milk, topped with fresh blueberries, goji berries and kiwifruit providing over 20g of protein, plus healthy fats and a host of other nutrients, it's a bowl to get...
Peanut, Butternut & Cauliflower Stew with Wholegrain Rice
This recipe was created for Blas y Tir, using their quality Welsh produce. A really delicious, light and fragrant sweet butternut squash and cauliflower stew flavoured with creamy coconut, savoury peanut butter and a mix of fenugreek, nigella and fennel. They all...
Dried Fig & Blueberries with Nutty Granola & Yoghurt
Dried Figs remind me of one of my childhood favourite biscuits - Fig Rolls! Naturally sweet with the delicately crunchy seeds and a chewy, gooey, almost caramel type texture, they are such a treat! High in fibre and some minerals such as calcium, 3 or 4 chopped up...
Raw Blueberry & Lemon Cheesecake with Nutella Crust
A delicious creamy, lemon and blueberry cheesecake topping on a chocolate and hazelnut base! This raw, vegan cheesecake uses only whole food ingredients, is refined sugar free, dairy free and makes for a really lovely Spring/Summer dessert idea. The key flavours which...
Raspberry & Orange, Crunchy Oats and Yoghurt
A favourite, go-to breakfast combination of crunchy oats, nuts, seeds, yoghurt and fruit! Just 5 mins to throw together, you can eat it at home or on the go. Full of wholefood, plant-based protein, fibre and healthy fats, this breakfast will give you everything you...
Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Truffles – vegan
These are absolutely deeelicious! Like - oh my goodness - somebody stop me from eating all of these right now!!! Yes. They are THAT good! Eek! Fantastic as a high protein, high energy 11am or 3pm 'keep me going until next meal time' snack food! So easy to make and...
Smoked Paprika, Oven Toasted Sesame Seed & Edamame Beans
A delicious, high protein, plant-based / vegan snack idea to keep you going when you're feeling hungry! These are so easy to make and a flavoursome way to turn a bag of frozen edamame beans into something you will love to grab a handful (or 2!) when you need...
Roasted Cauliflower, Butternut & Black Bean Hand Pies
This recipe was created for Blas y Tir, using their quality Welsh produce. These hand pies provide a really fun and delicious way to eat your veggies! The 'one-tray-bake' of the filling ingredients are really easy to make and it can be used as a filling in these hand...