This Mexicola Salad (from the Sides and Salads ebook) is a delicious Mexican-inspired rainbow salad and is almost a meal unto itself. Bursting with flavour and goodness, it is sure to become a firm family favourite. It is full of typical Mexican food ingredients such as corn, avocado and lime, combined into a light fresh salad. Next time you are planning a Mexican feast, add this to the menu to ...
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Pine Raspberry Ice Blocks
These Pine Raspberry Ice Blocks are my version of the 'Calippo' flavour that my kids love. Their deliciousness really depends on a good, ripe and sweet pineapple. These are perfect on a hot summer's afternoon: the juicy fruit and the coconut water help hydrate in a fun and flavoursome way. I'd suggest tasting the blend before freezing and add in some liquid sweetener (rice malt or maple syrup) ...
Aussie Meat Pie
This Aussie Meat Pie is based on one my dear nan and I used to make when I was a kid. The iconic meat pie of Australia is a flavoursome mix of beef mince and gravy in a beautiful crisp pastry. Placed in a paper bag with a squirt of tomato sauce, it is a quick take-away lunch common to petrol stations and corner stores. Truth be told, the commercial meat pies are probably more mystery meat and ...
Shake and Go Pancakes
This is my nourishing version of the very unhealthy 'shake and mix' type of pancake mix available in supermarkets. This is great for pancake loving kids, because they can make up their own very easily. It is also far more cost effective than the supermarket version and made completely from good wholesome ingredients. This mix is perfect to take camping as it is all pre-measured in the correct ...
Mojo Chicken Quinoa Bowl
This Mojo Chicken Quinoa Bowl is an incredibly tasty bowl of wholefood goodness. The beautiful spices in the chicken and the smokey char flavours make this Cuban inspired meal sing. While the multiple components may seem complicated, it is actually deceptively easy! This is also a perfect meal to serve to guests - it will leave you all feeling very satisfied, guaranteed! If you do not have a ...
Rainbow Noodle Salad
This Rainbow Noodle Salad is one of the fastest meals you could make. It's extremely versatile too so you can easily change the veggies to suit your tastes and veggie supplies. While the noodles soften, prep the vegetables and dressing and dinner is done. For bigger appetites or a larger meal add in some protein such as chicken, beef, tofu or tempeh. Another way to enjoy it is to us it to fill ...
Nut Butter Fudge
This Nut Butter Fudge is really quick and easy to make. Rich in protein and healthy fats, it is also a low sugar sweet treat. If you’re not able to eat peanuts, you can easily substitute it with another nut or even a seed butter. As the weather warms up, having another no-bake treat to add to your menu is a good thing. Obviously skip this one in the lunchbox for your kids if they are in a ...
Tuna Pasta Bake
This Tuna Pasta Bake is a very adaptable family meal. I love having a tasty tuna recipe to go to as it's a sure-fire option when I've forgotten to get meat out the freezer! This recipe could also be considered a Mornay since it has a cheesy white sauce, but there are a heap of vegetable included making it a bit more 'bake-ish'. You can of course very easily vary the quantity and variety of veggies ...
Lemonade Ice Blocks
Simple but delicious, these Lemonade Ice Blocks are a huge family favourite. Best of all you can adjust the level of sweetness to suit your taste so if you're a sour lover use less sweetener, or a sweet tooth add more. It think the amount I've used is a lovely balance of sweet and sour. I have these stainless steel ice block moulds, but if you do not have any moulds, you can use little tubs or ...
Beetroot Feta Croquettes
These simple Beetroot Feta Croquettes are really easy to make and a delicious, colourful appetiser, light meal or snack. Beetroot is a rich source of fibre and a unique source of betaine, a nutrient that is known to protect against inflammation. Combined with feta and encased in a crunchy crumb, it’s one of my favourite ways to enjoy it. This is one that you can get children involved ...
Raspberry Muesli
This delicious, easy to make, naturally sweetened Raspberry Muesli is a fabulous staple for any healthy pantry. Oats are a really nourishing, mineral rich grain that are high in fibre and protein. The nuts and seeds provide more nourishment in the form of fat soluble vitamins, protein and essential fats to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Take a look at the variations (below the main ...
Coconut Chicken Salad
I love this Coconut Chicken Salad, it’s long been a family favourite. Poaching the chicken breast in coconut milk makes it so lovely and tender. Combined with the fresh sweet and sour flavours in the salad it is a divine, nutritionally balanced meal. Cool, fresh and crunchy, this will be perfect on a warm sunny day! TIP - start this an hour ahead to allow the chicken to rest and ...
Chia Berry Jam
This Chia Berry Jam is so quick and easy to make and tastes very similar to regular jam. My kids certainly wouldn’t know the difference. With World Health Organisation's daily sugar consumption recommendation being three teaspoons for children and six for adults, this Chia Berry Jam lets you enjoy the sweetness of delicious fruit without overloading the sugar. The history of preserving food ...
Chicken Thyme Vegetable Sausage Rolls
These Chicken Thyme Vegetable Sausage Rolls are simple to make and are sure to become a party favourite. They also make for a healthy snack and my kids love them cold in their school lunchbox too. Sausage rolls are such a classic but the commercial pastries have no appeal to me. These, however, have a beautiful mix of meat, vegetables and herbs that mean you'll enjoy every bite. Take a look at the ...
Quick Vegetable Fritters
These easy to make Quick Vegetable Fritters are a fabulous low-GI and gluten-free plant-powered snack. This is a great option for when you know your kids need a good serve of veggies in their day. Fritters can be notoriously tricky to get the ratios right- they can fall apart so easily or be too solid. This is a perfect mix that tastes great and has wonderful texture. I love serving them with ...
Savoury Mince Bowl
This fantastic high-protein Savoury Mince Bowl combines tasty mince with the nourishment from eggs and vegetables to fuel your body for the day ahead. A high protein breakfast is a great choice for sustaining energy, building muscle and controlling your appetite. Plan to rise and shine with this super satisfying Savoury Mince Bowl, or make it other times of the day for a quick, filling meal! ...