I love this dish because it’s so versatile and requires very little effort. Lentils are packed with nutrients and can be paired with almost anything. You can use lentils in soups, salads, casseroles, stews, or as a meat replacement for a great addition to a healthy diet.
Read MoreThis recipe is a great quick post workout meal that you can whip up in just under 30 minutes. It’s so simple but full of an array of flavours with each mouthful. Its low in fat, high protein meal that is perfect for those who are trying to shed some weight or those who want to bulk up but do it in a healthy way.
Read MoreThis recipe which uses coconut cream rather than dairy cream is another perfect quick go to if you’re ever in a rush but want something rich, healthy and satisfying.
Perfect for those who are lactose in tolerant and goes down a treat for those who follow the Keto diet!
Read MoreThis one pan dish is a perfect shout after a long and busy day that has been spent out of the home. You come home and realise you still have things to do as well as make dinner!
Its ideal if it has been prepped earlier but nonetheless still relatively easy to put together and stick in the oven while you get on with your evening duties.
Only real ‘foods’ used in the process of making this dish and really that’s what we should strive for daily. Eating living foods that have been plucked from the earth or killed. There are so many nutritional benefits you get from this one pan, from the omega 3 vitamins found in the fish to the antioxidants in the sweet potatoes.
Read MoreThis recipe is a perfect alternative to your usual breakfast, if you wish to give grains and cereals a break or if you simply wish to treat yourself or a loved one to a fancy breakfast. You cannot go wrong by starting your day filling up on iron rich kale, sweet potatoes which are full of antioxidants and the good proteins that you will get from the red kidney beans and chicken.
Another easy to follow recipe that you can achieve in no more than 30 minutes. Feel free to to use your protein of choice if you prefer not to have chicken or for a vegetarian / vegan option leave the meat out and it taste equally as good.
Read MoreWhenever you think of chips or even chicken wings your imagination goes straight to oil dripping from the chicken or chips glistening so bright because it has been bathing in a deep fryer for several minutes right?
However, both the main ingredients made from the traditional fast food chicken and chips are so full of nurishment and what a better way to make use of all those vitamins than cooking it a better way huh?
Read MoreThese Savory pancakes are a delight when you feel to give yourself a lovely treat with breakfast or end as a side for lunch. They are light, fluffy and guilt free made with wholemeal spelt flour which is a healthier version of white flour you would normally use to make pancakes.
To find out a bit more about spelt flour and why you should try using them more click here to read up what i wrote about it in my previous blog post.
Read MoreSpelt is ancient grain, from the same family as wheat, barley, and rye. With the rise of industrial agriculture and efficient farming, wheat has become our grain of choice.
For general health the spelt grain is also more water-soluble than wheat, which makes it easier for the body to digest. Due to the many minerals and vitamins spelt contains, it can help regulate metabolism, increase circulation, improve the immune system, lower blood sugar, and reduce bad cholesterol levels.
These Pancakes are light fluffy and extremely moreish. If you wish to make the savory version of these all you need to do is leave the banana and blueberries out of the batter.
Read MoreThe high amount of potassium found in plantains are essential for maintaining the cell and body fluids that control your heart rate and blood pressure.
Plantains are also a good source of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). A cup of sliced plantains gives you roughly 34 percent of the recommended dietary allowance (RDA). This vitamin helps decrease homocysteine levels which are often associated with coronary artery disease and stroke.
Plantains contain roughly 32 percent of the recommended amount of vitamin C in a single cup. This vitamin acts as an antioxidant and helps build up your immune system.
Read MoreIf your looking for an alternative to your usual carbs such as rice and pasta, this is a great choice. Is very quick to prepare, full of nutrients and can be incorporated in your diet in so many ways.
This recipe is a perfect low carb, high in protein meal that can be made in minutes. the vegetables and grains used will keep you full for longer which can help towards any weight loss goals.
For those who are not vegans, feel free to add a side of your favorite protein to compliment this dish.
Read MoreSometimes you need to make something delicious, filling, healthy and you need it quick! If that’s what you’re looking for look no further!
This recepie will take not longer than 15 minutes to make, it’s a bit of a cheat considering you are using a ready made pasta sauce. However it’s delicious and a healthy go to dish after a busy day working.
The sacla fiery chilli pesto has to be my favourite of all their pesto pots. I really wansnt expecting it to be that ‘fiery’ or full of so much flavour other than the heat.
Read MoreOne of the most underrated and overlooked fishes out there! you don't usually find these on top of the menu at your local restaurant or even in the chilled fish section in your local supermarket. Sardines are easily accessible in the canned fish isle in the supermarkets however the fresh are sometime not so easy to get hold of. They can be bough in the local fish mongers or fish markets.Sardines do not contain as many toxins and metals as large predatory fish, such as tuna and swordfish. Similar to salmon and Mackerel sardines are high in omega-3 fatty acids which play a major role in controlling heart disease by helping break down bad cholesterol in the body.
Read MoreBlack beans, also called black turtle beans, are legumes, which are very popular in Latin American cuisine. Black beans are great for treating digestive issues because they contain high levels of protein and fiber, making them a “superfood”. Consuming black beans can also aid in the regulation of the body’s blood sugar levels. Black beans are packed with fibre and protein, which will keep you feeling full and energetic for hours. High fiber foods increase the sense of fullness after eating and reduce appetite, making you feel fuller for longer, which is great if you are trying to loose weight.
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