Braised Puy Lentils with Polenta, Kale & Gremolata

August 17th, 2015 Braised Puy Lentils with Polenta, Kale & Gremolata A beautiful elegant Winter vegetarian dinner with high nutrient foods and serious deliciousness! Here’s how to make the braised puy lentils: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 onions diced 1 large carrot small diced 1 celery stick small diced 2 garlic cloves crushed 5 sprigs…

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The Ultimate Cold & Flu Smoothie

July 25th, 2015 The Ultimate Cold & Flu Smoothie Yep it’s been a particularly cold winter with a lot of people going through their second or third flu. When we feel lousy we need something that is both medicinal yet pleasant. This smoothie packs in many superfoods to flush out your congestion but has enough…

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Garlic Kale & Mushrooms

July 18th, 2015 Garlic Kale & Mushrooms Simplicity at it’s best! Sunday brunch favourites provide a healthy dose of vitamin B1,2, 6 & 12, dietary fiber, calcium, riboflavin, biotin, potassium, vitamin E, vitamin C, iron, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, chlorophyll, phosphorus, protein, folate, and niacin. Wow that’s nutrient packed for 4 simple ingredients! Olive oil…

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Fig, Orange & Pistachio Bars

July 16th, 2015 Fig, Orange & Pistachio Bars A deliciously decadent and healthy bar that combines fig,orange, pistachios, maple and pumpkin….. Anytime you feel like a sweet treat that is loaded with goodness containing calcium,iron,potassium,protein,fibre and more! Ingredients 1cup raw shelled pistachios 1cup raw mixed nuts of choice 2 cups dried figs 2 tbls maple…

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Cucumber, Strawberry, Ginger & Mint Smoothie

June 21st, 2015 Cucumber, Strawberry, Ginger & Mint Smoothie Monday morning is all about the cleanse after the weekend indulgences! Add cleansing and hydrating cucumber to any smoothie for an instant body re-set. Strawberries add flavour, anti-oxidant value and are great for your blood. Mint aids digestions and provides a natural breath freshener. Ginger is…

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Scrumptious Sides

June 18th, 2015 Scrumptious Sides Another platter of delicious, nourishing vegetable side dishes perfect for Winter feasting! Remember it’s all about getting more healthy veg in your belly and making it mouth-wateringly good! Polenta Chips  Braised Red Cabbage with Pine Nuts Roast Capsicum & Haloumi Salad with Caramelised Onion With garlic yogurt aioli and minted…

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Crunchy Green Toasted Quinoa & Sesame Salad

June 14th, 2015 Crunchy Green Toasted Quinoa & Sesame Salad This is really a detox salad full of alkalising greens, fibre and protein that also tastes delicious! Serve it on its own or as a side, get your dose daily 😉 Ingredients  11/2 cups quinoa 1/2 bunch of kale finely shredded 5 spring onions finely sliced…

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Raw Carrot Date and Ginger Energy Balls

June 3rd, 2015 Raw Carrot Date and Ginger Energy Balls These would have to be one of the healthiest and most delicious, walnuts are packed full of omega 3 and antioxidants, zingy ginger aids digestion, is anti inflammatory, carrots are loaded with beta-carotene and vitamin A Have these guilt free treats anytime and enjoy the…

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Lentil Pie

May 20th, 2015 Lentil Pie Move over Shepherds Pie! Lentil Pie is on the scene. Nourishing, hearty and healthy. Everyone is suddenly ravenous with the onset of cold weather so feed your body and soul with this wholesome lentil and vegetable pie. Ingredients  1 cup green/brown lentils 1 large onion 2 garlic cloves 1 tbsp…

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Buckwheat Pasta

May 14th, 2015 Buckwheat Pasta There’s nothing like a big bowl of pasta especially as the weather gets cooler. Buckwheat pasta is the best gluten free pasta I’ve tried. It holds its shape and tastes nutty and delicious. Buckwheat is from the rhubarb family and isn’t actually considered a grain so this can be a…

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