Five oat snacks to try
Oats are among the most popular grain foods as they are so healthy and delicious. Not only are they gluten-free but they are packed with all the good stuff like vitamins, minerals fibre and antioxidants. Studies have shown oats have many health benefits which include weight loss, lower blood sugar levels and a reduced risk […]
Roasted Veggie and Feta Salad
Ingredients: 1/2 red onion 1/2 block of feta 1 aubergine 2 courgettes 2 peppers 1/2 sundried tomatoes Method: Step 1. Wash and chop all veggies however you fancy. Step 2. Next, preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a baking tray. Step 3. On the tray, spread out veggies evenly and roast for 20 […]
Quinoa, Sweet Potato and Feta Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup of quinoa 1/2 block of feta 1/2 brown onion 1/2 avocado 1/2 sweet potato Method: Step 1. Cook quinoa as per instructions. Step 2. Peel and chop sweet potato into small cubes and cook in a pan over medium heat. Step 3. Chop and peel onion then add to the pan and […]
Five kale recipes to try
Let’s talk about Kale! It’s the king of all super healthy greens and is one of the healthiest and most nutritious plant foods out there. Although there are many types of kale, the most common is called curly kale which has green and curly leaves. Kale has many benefits and is low in calories which […]
Sweet Potato Frittata
Ingredients: 6 eggs 1 courgette 1 sweet potato 1/2 broccoli 1 cup of milk of your choice. Method: Step 1. Peel and chop sweet potato then wash and chop courgettes and broccoli. Step 2. Next, add veggies to the steamer and steam for 15 minutes or until soft. Step 3. In a bowl, whisk the […]
Super Berry Smoothie
Ingredients: Handful of raspberries Handful of blueberries Handful of strawberries 1 cup of oat milk (or milk of choice) Method: Step 1. Wash and chop all fruit. Step 2. In a blender, mix fruit and milk until smooth. Step 3. Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Spiced Cauliflower Tacos
Ingredients: 1/2 cauliflower 1 sliced tomato 1 cup of slaw 2 tsp of paprika 1/2 cup of pickled red cabbage 4 tortillas of your choice Method: Step 1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Step 2. Chop the cauliflower, place it in a bowl, and mix with the paprika. Step 3. On a lined baking […]
Five Summer Smoothies
Green smoothies are versatile and you can include any green vegetables like spinach, broccoli, kale, and many other leafy greens, combined with some deliciously tasty fruit. Green smoothies can improve digestion and increase your daily fruit and vegetable intake. Berry smoothies are super healthy as berries contain antioxidants which help keep free radicals under control. […]
Tomato and basil pasta
Fresh tomatoes are plentiful at the moment. Buy them from a local farmers market to get the best tasting fruit or even try your hand at growing your own. Fresh locally grown tommies will be the perfect ‘cherry on top’ to set off this yummy Tomato and Basil Pasta recipe: Ingredients: 1 can of tomatoes […]
Chicken and quinoa balls
Delicious, healthy balls of goodness! These chicken and quinoa balls are perfect as a meal or dipping snack, give them a go this weekend. Ingredients: 250g chicken thighs 1 apple, cored and peeled 1 onion 1 garlic clove 70g cooked quinoa 40g Parmesan cheese 40g breadcrumbs Method: Step 1. Place all ingredients into a food […]