Green Quinoa Risotto

GREEN QUINOA RISOTTO   This Healthy Quinoa Risotto with Courgette and Peas is a nourishing twist on the classic Italian dish, combining the rich, creamy texture of risotto with the health benefits of quinoa. Quinoa, a high-protein grain, is packed with essential amino acids, fibre, and a range of vitamins and minerals, making it a…

Oat chocolate cookies

OAT CHOCOLATE COOKIES     These Healthy Oat, Banana, and Dark Chocolate Cookies are a delicious and guilt-free treat that combines wholesome ingredients with satisfying flavours. Made with heart-healthy oats, these cookies provide a good source of fibre, which aids in digestion and helps keep you feeling full longer. The naturally sweet bananas add moisture…

Tofu masala with rice

Tofu “butter” Masala

TOFU “BUTTER” MASALA   Bursting with aromatic spices and rich, creamy pumpkin sauce, this dish offers a plant-based twist on a beloved classic. Perfect for those seeking a flavourful and satisfying meal, this recipe promises to delight taste buds, but also nourish the body with wholesome ingredients. This pumpkin sauce boost vitamin A levels in…

Mixed vegetables bowl

Mediterranean buddha bowl

MEDITERRANEAN BUDDHA BOWL   A mediterranean twist of the famous and versatile buddha bowl. This recipe combines the essence of the Mediterranean diet with the popular Buddha bowl concept, creating a harmonious blend of textures, colours, and tastes. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like crisp vegetables, protein-rich grains, and a medley of savoury and zesty flavours,…

Creamy salmon

CREAMY SALMON   An easy and very tasty recipe that is also healthy. Does it sound unachievable? Think again, because you will love this recipe! As with all my recipes, this Creamy salmon is dairy free, gluten free and packed with nutrients. Instead of using butter or cream, I choose coconut milk instead. Although coconut…

Chocolate energy balls

CHOCOLATE ENERGY BALLS   During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (the last half before bleeding) is very common to experience sweet cravings. This is because of the hormonal fluctuations, particularly around oestrogen and progesterone. During this phase, if you are suffering from PMS, is best to limit the consumption of high sugar foods,…

Courgette nests

Courgette Nests

COURGETTE NESTS   Breakfast is often the most difficult meal of the day. In UK, one in four people skip breakfast most days, which results in eating high sugar foods throughout the morning and poor eating habits. The reason why people skip breakfast is either because they are too busy to cook, or because they…

Molasses cookies

Molasses cookies

MOLASSES COOKIES   Let’s make cookies! Yes, because desserts can be part of a healthy diet, when we pay attention to sugar content and portion size. Today I am sharing my molasses cookies, a very old recipe that was developed in the XIX century as a variant of the gingerbread cake. Molasses is an interesting…