Simple recipes, whole foods, inspired health
This simple nut-free carrot cake recipe offers a little veg and a lot of nourishment in the form of a sweet treat. Guaranteed to delight even fussy little (and big) people. Health benefits The carrot is obviously a great start. A little-hidden veg is a good thing. The spelt flour is a low gluten source of fibre. The seeds boost the protein, essential fat and mineral profile of the slice. The ...
Celebrate the end of winter with one last bowl of nourishing warming Minestrone soup to farewell this season's best. This is actually more a meal than a soup. I love to make this when I have a glut of vegetables in the fridge or if I'm after a hearty, but simple warming meal. Another delicious and nutritious one pot wonder. Health benefits The sheer variety of seasonal vegetables combined with ...
This Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie is a high fibre, protein rich, sustaining start to the day. It takes minutes to make so there is no reason at all to buy the heavily processed, nutritionally void varieties of breakfast drinks I have written about here. If the convenience of a boxed drink is necessary, why not serve it in a sipper cup with a stainless steel straw. Same same but actually good for ...
Make up a Mexican feast, self-serve style with this simple, healthy fish tortilla recipe. I like to serve it with lots of sides, so each person can control their own filling (including the kids). The fish combined with lots of salads and guacamole forms a complete, nourishing meal. Health benefits The fish speaks for itself - a quality protein and omega 3 fatty acid source. The avocados also add ...
A healthy after school or weekend snack for kids and adults alike...this filling, delicious Fruit Whip is just the thing. Just don't tell them about the secret creamy ingredient - avocado! The first time my daughter saw me put the avocado in the Thermomix, she went into protest mode. She had no where to go though when I told her that it was the way I had made it for many years now! She had to get ...
This is my recipe for a deliciously healthy hummus, of course with some interesting variations and colours too. There's more to hummus than just a dip, so check out the variations below. I like my hummus to have a creamy consistency, but if you prefer it a little course, then just process it less. Health benefits The chickpeas are a high fibre, protein rich legume with a decent mineral profile ...
This quick and easy dhal recipe is a nourishing meat free meal. I personally try to have regular meat free meals and this dhal is nutritious and filling. It's also great for a last minute meal as I always have the ingredients in the pantry. It's my backstop when I forget to take meat from the freezer or if the day escapes me. Serve it with rice or quinoa and a big leafy salad, or some steamed ...
There's something soothing about a warm cup of tea when you're feeling run down. But not any old tea will do. With people dropping left right and centre at the moment with colds, flu, and all manner of dreaded bugs, I thought I'd share this immune supportive tea recipe - a remedy I rely on to keep myself and my family well. I also use this remedy to treat a respiratory infection. It really ...
My family and I love this delicious, easy to prepare Indian healthy chicken curry recipe. This curry is almond based and free of tomatoes, which is a nice change from the common tomato heavy curries. It is very aromatic, mild and so delicious - I'd encourage you to try it for the whole family (the cinnamon flavour often really appeals to kids). After spending almost a year in India (about 11 ...
This is my idea of the perfect treat. It suits most dietary leanings and takes minutes to make, which is always a bonus. I think it's the ultimate healthy chocolate-chip cookie recipe. Truth be known, baking is not my forte. Mind you neither was photography until I put my mind to it and found I really enjoyed it...and there lies the issue. I LOVE cooking, but because I prefer to freestyle in the ...
I often make rice paper rolls, also known as fresh spring rolls. Mainly because my kids absolutely love them and they are a quick, easy and healthy lunch box filler or snack. I also find them a great way to use up leftovers. They replace the humble sandwich which is great for moderating the amount of wheat consumed and offer a little lunch box variety. The best thing is that they wrap up salads ...
These fast treats came about one morning when I opened the freezer and alas, no lunch box fillers. No time to bake, what could I do but invent a nut-free, healthy no bake muesli bars? QUICKLY! Health benefits Well, the oats are a nourishing, high fibre, nerve supporting food. The seeds and coconut provide good fats, protein, and energy (of the slow release kind). The cinnamon further stabilises ...
This pesto is the best I've ever made, so I just had to share the recipe. I found myself with a lot of coriander (also called cilantro) in the garden and my lime tree heavy with fruit. So here's what I made… a very seasonal, extremely healthy coriander and lime pesto. Whilst coriander pesto is a delicious, nutritious dip, also, think about it as an accompaniment to grilled or BBQ'd fish or ...
This haloumi recipe is a super fast, easy to make, nutritious snack or light lunch. I always have a packet of haloumi in the fridge for a last minute lunch or a quick snack. I sometimes make this for my kids for an after school snack too. It's so delicious and pretty, you can even make this as a starter when entertaining. Talk about versatile! Health benefits Because the haloumi and nuts are a ...
This is such an easy to make, healthy dish with lots of fresh Asian flavours. Children also love putting it together so let them choose a lettuce cup, fill and roll it themselves. I've even had children over who generally refuse to eat salad, happily eat this, lettuce and all! Try it for lunch or dinner, it's a firm favourite in our household. Health benefits Well, the mince or quinoa is a great ...
I make my own sugar (fructose) free chocolate. This real raw chocolate recipe uses only nourishing, whole ingredients. It takes minutes to make, my kids LOVE it, I can consume it without guilt (happens often) and I find it simply satisfying! It's quite funny, my kids think my chocolate is a really indulgent, special treat! Well, it is, but unbeknown to them, it's also very healthy. There are a ...
