A vibrant summery salad that takes 15 minutes to come together and all in one bowl. Packed with colourful vegetables, this naturally vegan and gluten-free salad is great for lunch, dinner or served as a side salad. I recently worked with Baxters UK on some summery recipes celebrating all things beetroot and I loved the … Continue reading Almond Beetroot and Chickpea Quinoa Salad (Vegan GF)
A light and fluffy banana bread filled with all the flavours and textures of the much-love Florentine bite: raisins, chocolate and flaked almonds. Drizzled with melted chocolate and decorated with homemade Chocolate Florentines, this banana bread is a one-bowl vegan recipe with a GF-option, too. The banana bread of August has arrived: Florentine Banana Bread. … Continue reading Florentine Banana Bread (Vegan GF-Option)
A no-bake crumbly biscuit base with a golden date caramel enrobed in rich dark chocolate, these caramel squares are easy and delicious. Naturally vegan, GF and can be refined sugar-free, they make a great afternoon snack or dessert. Chocolate caramel squares, bars, slices… whatever you want to call them, I am obsessed. I have made … Continue reading Golden Caramel Chocolate Slices (Vegan GF)
Chewy and sticky no-bake granola style bars filled with oats, seeds, coconut and dates with lots of wonderful matcha powder. Studded with chocolate chips and drizzled with more chocolate, these bars are naturally vegan, GF and can be refined sugar free. I am a bit matcha obsessed and, as you may know, my favourite part … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Matcha No-Bake Bars (Vegan GF)
Thick, chewy and soft baked oats perfect for sharing with melting chocolate chips, juicy blueberries and lots of peanut butter. There are even hidden greens, in there! A delicious filling brunch or breakfast that’s vegan and gluten-free. I love baked oats but before this recipe, I don’t think I was doing them justice. I used … Continue reading Peanut Butter Blueberry Chocolate Chip Courgette Baked Oats (Vegan GF)
The ultimate summer no-bake dessert that is easy to make and impressive for friends and family. Raw date, nut and oat crust with a strawberry jam and coconut yoghurt filling finished with fresh berries. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, they are a summertime staple. I am in love with berries and always have been! And this … Continue reading Strawberry and Coconut Tarts (Vegan GF)
A vibrant, wholesome and flavoursome plant-based buddha bowl filled with homemade BBQ jackfruit, grilled corn, charred peppers and a quick pickled cabbage. Fill it up with quinoa and avocado for a delicious gluten-free lunch or dinner. I am in love with this recipe for BBQ Jackfruit Bowls with Grilled Corn and have been in love … Continue reading BBQ Jackfruit Bowls with Grilled Corn
A silky smooth homemade peanut butter studded with Jammie dodger biscuits pieces – the ultimate PB&J combination! With only 2 ingredients, it is easy to make and naturally vegan, as well as GF options, too. Did you hear? Jammie dodgers are now plant-based in the UK as of July 2020 – watch out for older … Continue reading Jammie Dodger Peanut Butter (Vegan)
Oaty, fruity and sticky sweet crumble bars with a chewy oat base, a quick homemade raspberry chia jam middle and a crumbly oat topping with added cacao nibs for crunch. Easy to make, these bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free. There is something so satisfying about crumble bars, they are like warming crumble … Continue reading Raspberry Oat and Cacao Nib Crumble Bars (Vegan GF)
Rich and oaty bars with a cacao-oat base and a crumbly topping with a thick layer of chocolate tahini fudge in the middle. These bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and so easy to make in one bowl with minimal effort. I am slightly obsessed with no-baking bakes at the moment and I cannot even blame … Continue reading Double Chocolate Tahini Fudge Bars (Vegan GF)
August is usually the month for holidays, spending time away from work and focusing on a bit of rest and relaxation. With lockdown restrictions in varying degrees still in place around the world, the traditional summer holiday seems a fond but distant memory. You may be one of the few still travelling overseas this year, … Continue reading Monthly Musings: August 2020
A refreshing salsa made from fruits and vegetables that comes together in 5 minutes in one bowl. Perfect for sharing meals, BBQs and picnics, it is naturally vegan, gluten-free and full of colour. I do love a good salsa and usually, I base mine on tomatoes, which I adore in every shape or form. They … Continue reading Mango Berry Salsa (Vegan GF)
Silky smooth and rich homemade hazelnut butter studded with chocolate sandwich cookie pieces, this 2-ingredient nut butter is easy to make and impressive. Naturally vegan, it comes together in less than 20 minutes and is great for snacking on all day long. There is nothing I love more at the moment than homemade nut butter … Continue reading Hazelnut Bourbon Biscuit Butter (Vegan)
Sweet, chewy and oat-y flapjack studded with cookie pieces, topped with cookies and cream nut butter all drizzled in melted chocolate. These bars are deliciously simple to make in one bowl in 30 minutes and are great for friends and family – the base is naturally gluten-free and vegan. My obsession with cookies and cream … Continue reading Chocolate Oreo Flapjack (Vegan GF)
A rich and hearty bowl of fragrant sun-dried tomato curried jackfruit served with noodles, crunchy cashew nuts and fresh herbs. This makes a great warming, healthy plant-based and gluten-free lunch or dinner and is ready in under 30 minutes. I am really into noodles at the moment – they make such a lovely change to … Continue reading Jackfruit and Sun-Dried Tomato Curry Noodles (Vegan GF)
Thick and sticky raw cookie dough bars studded with chocolate chips and crunchy roasted pistachios all topped with a layer of creamy chocolate. These cookie dough bars are naturally sweetened with dates and packed with oats – a vegan, gluten-free and easy no-bake recipe. Once again, I am back with a simple no-bake recipe which … Continue reading Chocolate and Pistachio Cookie Dough Bars (Vegan GF)
Light and fluffy banana bread sponge loaf packed with juicy sticky blueberries and sweet nutty hazelnuts, top this cake with berry icing sugar for a delicious and simple bake. This banana bread is naturally vegan, gluten-free and comes together in one bowl. I am back today with July’s banana bread of the month and it … Continue reading Blueberry and Hazelnut Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
A naturally sweet and crumbly oat pastry case filled with lots of summery fruits that is easy to make and is an impressive dessert. It is naturally vegan and gluten-free, and you can use your favourite fruits. It is time to get on board the galette train! I recently made a savoury pastry galette using … Continue reading Nectarine and Blueberry Galette (Vegan GF)
Deliciously simple, oat and nut cookie dough bites that are easy to make, naturally vegan, gluten-free and make a healthy snack. They taste just like raw cookie dough with lots of chocolate chips! I am really embracing all the simple, no-bake recipes at the moment. Sadly, not because of the summer weather (as the UK … Continue reading No-Bake Cookie Dough Bites (Vegan GF)
3-ingredient banana ice lollies coated in lots of dark chocolate and finished with a chewy and crunchy coating of dried fruits, nuts and seeds. These simple summery snacks are naturally vegan and gluten-free and require minimal effort. I’m back with another really easy recipe – I don’t even know if you can call it that! … Continue reading Chocolate Covered Banana Pops (Vegan GF)
A light and cake-y baked pancake studded with cookies and cream biscuits. The batter is naturally vegan, gluten-free and protein-packed and makes for a delicious breakfast or dessert. This Cookies and Cream Baked Skillet Pancake follows swiftly on from my Cookies and Cream Nut Butter – which is a fancy name for the fact I … Continue reading Cookies and Cream Baked Skillet Pancake (Vegan)
Light, fluffy, zesty and delicious lemon and poppyseed muffins perked up with turmeric for a golden glow. Topped with a lemon-y coconut frosting, these vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free bakes are simple and packed with whole-foods. These delicious muffins come part of a recent challenge I accepted from Bioglan Supplements (see here). The challenge was: … Continue reading Lemon Turmeric Poppyseed Muffins and Eat Your Week Orange
Thick, creamy and addictive, this cookies and cream nut butter only requires two ingredients: cashew nuts and cookies and cream cookies (aka Oreos)! It is easy to make and is naturally vegan. I love homemade nut butter and have been on a bit of a roll with making my own over the last few weeks. … Continue reading Cookies and Cream Nut Butter (Vegan)
A simple and fluffy yeasted pitta bread dough smothered with harissa paste and topped with sticky red onions, fresh tomatoes, greens and chickpeas all drizzled with a tahini sauce. These pizzas are naturally vegan and easy to make - plus they are very impressive. I have been having an obsession with yeasted bread dough over … Continue reading Harissa Chickpea Pitta Bread Pizzas with Tahini
For the theme of July, I wanted to explore something that touches us all, something to which we can all connect but I felt stuck and un-inspired. The same can be said for some of my work… I’ve often found it harder to think outside the box, to take a step back to re-think my … Continue reading Monthly Musings: July 2020
A rich and silky smooth homemade almond butter with amazing chocolate and coffee flavours. You only 5 ingredients to make this deliciously simple recipe that is naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free. There is nothing better than nut butter – in any way shape or form. I love it spread on toast, drizzled over … Continue reading Homemade Mocha Almond Butter
A crunchy nutty granola cup filled with a creamy chocolate ganache and topped with chocolate treats and nuts; these mini desserts are simple but impressive. They are naturally vegan, gluten-free and you only need 7 ingredients. When it comes to chocolate for breakfast, I am all for it. So why not combine granola and chocolate … Continue reading Chocolate Ganache Granola Cups (Vegan GF)
Rich chocolate cups filled with delicious almond butter and fresh juicy cherries – what is not to love? These 4-ingredient, no-bake vegan and gluten-free treats are easy to make and are an impressive dessert. Cherry season is here, and my Dad is only too happy as they are his favourite. And while I also love … Continue reading Chocolate Cherry Almond Butter Cups (Vegan GF)
A healthy, light and summery salad filled with roasted vegetables, sticky balsamic vinegar and lots of rice. With some fresh herbs, crunchy seeds and lots of colours, this naturally vegan and gluten-free rice salad is a great side dish. This Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Rice Salad is one that I have made for a few years … Continue reading Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Rice Salad (Vegan GF)
Rich, indulgent and full of cookie flavour, these 7-ingredient vegan chocolate-covered caramel bars are easy to make and addictive. A Biscoff date caramel and more Biscoff swirled into the caramel make these bars extra special. I have had a jar of Biscoff cookie spread (also known as lotus biscuit spread) in my cupboard for a … Continue reading Double Biscoff Caramel Bars (Vegan GF)
Light and fluffy banana bread donuts studded with melting chocolate chips topped with a creamy dark chocolate ganache. These baked donuts are so easy to make, are moist and delicious plus they are naturally vegan and easily gluten-free. I am a bit addicted to baking homemade donuts at the moment and am really enjoying experimenting … Continue reading Double Chocolate Banana Bread Donuts (Vegan GF)
A light, summery and zesty banana bread with subtle coconut flavours and lots of crunchy coconut on top. Finish this banana loaf with creamy coconut yoghurt and tropical passion fruit for a delicious vegan, gluten-free and simple bake. I am loving my banana bread challenge, take a look at all the previous banana bread recipes … Continue reading Coconut Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
Mini chocolate chip cookies that are oaty, crunchy and totally moreish made from a few basic ingredients. Serve these vegan and gluten-free mini cookies with milk as cereal or snack on them from a jar. Just like the pancake cereal trend which I adapted to my Mini Oat Pancakes to ensure they didn’t fade with … Continue reading Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie Crisp Cereal (Vegan GF)
A summery and light Panzanella salad with juicy burst cherry tomatoes, asparagus and chunky bread to soak up all the delicious flavours. With a simple balsamic vinaigrette, this makes a simple 20-minute lunch or dinner that’s vegan and gluten-free. Panzanella salads are one of my favourite kinds of salad – there’s lots of fresh leaves, … Continue reading Grilled Tomato Asparagus and Chickpea Panzanella Salad
You don’t have to change the world today. The size of the steps you take aren’t a reflection of the size of your goal. I found this inspiring message on a social media post recently (from @wearefeelgoodclub) and it really struck me as something I’d like to explore more. At a time where there is … Continue reading Monthly Musings: June 2020
Lightly spiced vegetable packed green lentil burgers that come together in one bowl and with minimal fuss. Hearty and wholesome, full of protein, these plant-based gluten-free burgers are great any time of year and perfect for BBQ season. Summer is coming and the warmer weather brings out the BBQs. While I love how many “meaty” … Continue reading Carrot and Cumin Lentil Burgers
Rich and chocolatey raw treats that are easy to make with leftover biscuits, marshmallows, rice krispies and dried fruits. Mix it all together with your favourite chocolate, set in the fridge and slice into decadent bars. Rocky Road is pretty much a childhood classic for a lot of people. It is something easy to make … Continue reading Easy Vegan Rocky Road
A fresh, vibrant and hearty Mexican themed salad with homemade crunchy tortilla chips and a tangy coconut sour cream dressing. Easy to make with simple ingredients while being protein-packed and gluten-free and plant-based. Salad season is fast-approaching, and I am so excited. As much as I love soups, stews and curries, I think salad and … Continue reading Tempeh Taco Salad
Light and fluffy baked donuts studded with pieces of juicy rhubarb, topped with a lemon cream cheese zesty glaze and sticky rhubarb pieces. These fruity and delicious donuts are naturally vegan, gluten-free and easy to make with simple ingredients. I am still very much on the rhubarb hype at the moment, after bringing you my … Continue reading Rhubarb and Lemon Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting
A moist and light almond and lemon sponge with fruity pieces of rhubarb baked on top smothered in sticky lemon icing and roasted rhubarb. This vegan cake is easy to make and comes together with minimal effort and maximum wow-factor. I am really into rhubarb this year and cannot get enough of it. From breakfast … Continue reading Vegan Almond Lemon and Rhubarb Cake
Crispy and flavour-packed falafels with fresh salad, rich and smooth homemade baba ganoush and light and fluffy chickpea flour wraps, this meal is a simple, plant-based and gluten-free lunch or dinner that hits the spot every time. I am so excited to bring this recipe to you as I have become slightly (read: very) addicted … Continue reading Baba Ganoush Falafel Chickpea Flour Wraps
Fragrant and fresh fava bean falafels baked until crisp on the outside and tender in the middle, served with a colourful salad and a vibrant beetroot sauce. This falafel bowl is naturally vegan and gluten-free and is filled with wholesome ingredients. I love a good falafel – in any way shape or form. Stuffed into … Continue reading Fava Bean Falafel Rainbow Bowl with Beetroot Sauce
Light and fluffy miniature-sized pancakes that come together in 5 minutes and make a deliciously simple, healthy and fun breakfast or snack. These pancakes are naturally gluten-free, vegan and perfect any day of the week. Across my social media at the moment, I keep seeing a lot of “pancake cereal” posts which is basically mini … Continue reading Mini Oat Pancakes (Vegan GF)
Rich and fudgy raw chocolate brownies with a nutty cacao base and a creamy, smooth and decadent chocolate frosting. Topped with chocolate covered peanuts, these brownies are quick and easy to make and are naturally vegan and gluten-free. Who doesn’t love a good brownie? Rich and chocolatey, there is nothing quite like it. But sometimes, … Continue reading Raw Chocolate Fudge Brownies
A light, fluffy, zesty and fruity banana loaf studded with juicy strawberries pieces and finished with a sticky lemon glaze and more fruit. This banana bread is naturally gluten-free and vegan and makes a deliciously simple but impressive bake. It’s that time of the month when I share my latest banana bread recipe and this … Continue reading Strawberry Lemon Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
A simple, comforting and delicious pesto gnocchi. Filled with fresh tomatoes, olives and lots of pesto, this homemade gnocchi is great for lunch, dinner and leftovers. It is naturally vegan and gluten-free, too. After making so much gnocchi recently – see my Sweet Potato Gnocchi and Mushroom and Kale Gnocchi Bake recipes – I wanted … Continue reading Pesto Tomato Homemade Gnocchi (Vegan GF)
Rich and creamy chocolate truffles with a chocolate peanut centre, rolled in chopped hazelnuts and cacao powder. These truffles make a great vegan and gluten-free after dinner dessert or afternoon snack. When it comes to chocolate, more is always more. And I am so excited to finally share this vegan chocolate truffle recipe with you. … Continue reading Vegan Peanut Chocolate Truffles
A vibrant, tropical and simple breakfast bowl filled with superfoods, fruits and plant-based protein. This acai bowl is perfect for breakfast or a snack and can be topped with anything you like. I love a good acai bowl and I’ll often have one when I am out for brunch – there is something so satisfying … Continue reading Vanilla Berry Acai Bowl
A warming, comforting and delicious bowl of the classic mac n cheese with a plant-based and healthier twist using butternut squash. This sauce is thick, creamy, flavoursome and vibrant while it’s got added vegetables, too. I first posted this recipe back in 2018 and while I loved the recipe, I wasn’t 100% happy with the … Continue reading Butternut Squash Mac n Cheese
A light and fluffy single-serve giant pancake that is packed with fruit and protein. Naturally vegan, gluten-free and nut-free it comes together in 10 minutes and works well with whatever toppings you choose. I love pancakes – especially at the weekends – but sometimes, I want to throw it all in a pan rather than … Continue reading One-Pan Fruit Protein Pancake
What Makes You Feel Good? Despite the overwhelming number of motivational quotes and messages that we are surrounded with every day, I struggled to find inspiration for this piece. There is too much to say yet not enough to say about one particular thing. Sending a message of hope, positivity and courage is ultimately what … Continue reading Monthly Musings: May 2020
Sticky sweet rhubarb and raspberries topped with an oaty and nutty crumble topping baked until golden and crisp. This vegan and gluten-free dessert is one for the whole family and is easy to whip up with simple ingredients. Each year, rhubarb season creeps up on me, and before I know it, all I see across … Continue reading Rhubarb and Raspberry Crisp (Vegan GF)
A simple, hearty and wholesome gnocchi bake packed with Mediterranean flavours, juicy mushrooms, tomatoes and kale. A quick and easy vegan, gluten-free and healthy dinner or lunch that comes together in about 20 minutes! I have fallen in love with gnocchi, it’s official. So when I had some extra cauliflower gnocchi lying around, I knew … Continue reading Mushroom and Kale Gnocchi Bake
Rich and chocolatey, this triple chocolate banana bread is a one-bowl recipe with simple ingredients and lots of chocolate. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, this cake is special enough to be a showstopper. I made this Triple Chocolate Banana Bread for my birthday this year in 2020 and thought I’d take on my banana bread challenge. … Continue reading Triple Chocolate Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
A loaded toast perfect for brunch any day of the week. Your favourite bread topped with lime smashed avocado, juicy tomatoes, thyme glazed mushrooms and balsamic fried tempeh cubes – it’s quick, easy but impressive. This really is a quick turnaround recipe as I made this for brunch yesterday (after making it for so long … Continue reading Balsamic Glazed Tempeh Brunch Toast
Fluffy and soft gnocchi made from cauliflower that is vegan, gluten-free and easy to make. With 4 ingredients, these are a great alternative to shop-bought gnocchi and great served with your favourite sauces. I have gnocchi obsession this quarantine period and after mastering my Sweet Potato Gnocchi a couple of weeks ago, I wanted to … Continue reading Cauliflower Gnocchi (Vegan and Gluten-Free) with Balsamic Tomato Basil Sauce
A quick and easy throw-together vegetable and protein-packed dinner full of flavour. It is vibrant, healthy and delicious with simple ingredients and a creamy miso tahini dressing. This is my favourite kind of food: a few vegetables cooked in some flavour, served with a simple grain, some protein in there, avocado (of course) and a … Continue reading Miso Tahini Greens Stir Fry
Soft, crispy and hearty breakfast patties made from sweet potato and warming spices. These are easy to make with simple ingredients and are a healthy, wholesome and vibrant meal at any time of day. They are naturally vegan and gluten-free, too. Sometimes for breakfast at the weekends, I don’t fancy pancakes, waffles or something sweet … Continue reading Breakfast Potato Cakes with Chilli Jam
Chewy, sticky and oaty granola bars topped with a simple homemade chocolate ganache. These bars are raw, vegan and naturally gluten-free, making them a great all-day snack or even a quick breakfast on the go. I was hoping to share these granola bars a couple of weeks ago ahead of my cooking demo at Balance … Continue reading Raw Nutty Granola Bars with Chocolate Ganache
Chewy, oaty and wholesome cookies decorated with a drizzle of melted chocolate. These cookies are great with a cup of tea and for baking quickly with only 8 key (vegan and gluten-free) ingredients and in 20 minutes. I first made these Chocolate Topped Cashew Oat Cookies as “friendship cookies” to go against all the classic … Continue reading Chocolate Topped Cashew Oat Cookies
Pillowy soft vegan and gluten-free homemade gnocchi made from sweet potato, flour and salt. Whip these up to serve with pasta sauce or vegetables and salads for an impressive, wholesome and comforting meal. After becoming recently obsessed with gnocchi and using the store-bought kind, I knew I had to make my own and this is … Continue reading Sweet Potato Gnocchi (Vegan and GF) and Tricolore Gnocchi Salad
A rich and decadent chocolate tart with a raw nutty base and a simple 3-ingredient chocolate mousse filling – with no cashews or tofu in sight. Dark melted chocolate makes for a decadent and simple filling decorated with mini chocolate Easter Eggs and raspberries – an impressive and delicious vegan, gluten-free and easy dessert. Happy … Continue reading Easter Egg Dark Chocolate Tart
Light and fluffy vegan hot cross buns studded with melting chocolate chunks and decorated with a chocolate cross – these are the chocolate-lovers dream! Delicious warm from the oven or toasted under the grill, they’re naturally vegan, dairy-free and nut-free. They are easy to make in a few simple steps and make the kitchen smell … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Hot Cross Buns
Light and fluffy carrot cake muffins, with an orange vegan cream cheese frosting and crushed nuts, these are easy to bake this Eastertime and beyond. With simple ingredients, they come together quickly for a delicious treat with a cup of tea. I always love being creative in the kitchen and carrot cake (or something typically … Continue reading Vegan Carrot Cake Muffins
A rich and decadent vegan peanut butter cake with a simple chocolate cream cheese frosting. The fluffy texture and smooth frosting make an impressive dessert or afternoon treat or a birthday cake. Having a birthday in isolation is slightly different to other years but I am so fortunate to be celebrating with my family. To … Continue reading Peanut Butter Cake with Chocolate Frosting
Warming and packed with Mediterranean flavours, plump butterbeans and juicy tomatoes, this one-pot is a deliciously simple and easy meal using store-cupboard ingredients. Served with crispy cumin potato wedges, it’s vegan, gluten-free and healthy. Without a doubt, it is a difficult time for us all right now, with the Coronavirus pandemic affecting us. So it’s … Continue reading Mediterranean Butterbean and Carrots with Potato Wedges
Isolation There is little doubt that we are all living through very difficult, uncertain and unnerving times. The whole world is gripped by Coronavirus and oddly enough, the world has never felt more connected. This pandemic has crossed barriers, eradicated questions of colour, race, class or social positioning. It can affect anyone at any time, … Continue reading Monthly Musings: April 2020
Easy to bake, this light and fluffy banana bread makes the most of ripe bananas and simple ingredients. With a vibrant and zesty orange flavoured sponge and a sticky orange glaze, this is a great Springtime bake with 6 ingredients. It is time for my banana bread of month and once again, I am cutting … Continue reading Sticky Orange Banana Bread
A simple, wholesome and comforting vegetable packed lunch or dinner that is ready in 15 minutes using store cupboard ingredients. Packed with Mediterranean flavour, this vegan, gluten-free and hearty main is great for meal prep and batch cooking, too. I first revealed the recipe for this Sun-Dried Tomato and Chickpea Gnocchi on my Instagram stories … Continue reading Sun-Dried Tomato and Chickpea Gnocchi
A vibrant and fresh plant-based shakshuka packed with herby flavours, and light and summery lemon. Served with simple, homemade gluten-free fluffy flatbreads, this meal is great any time of the day. I am really focusing on simple, home-cooked meals at the moment with fuss-free and easy to find ingredients. I want as many of you … Continue reading Green Shakshuka with Gluten Free Flatbreads
A comforting, wholesome and simple vegetable-packed dinner that’s easy to make from staple ingredients. This dahl is perfect with rice or flatbreads and some fresh crunchy slaw for a vegan, gluten-free and healthful meal. Dahl is a staple meal in many households and for good reason. It is simple to make with only a handful … Continue reading Simple Red Pepper and Spinach Dahl
A fresh, crunchy and vibrant salad that takes 5 minutes to come together and is great alongside hearty meals or curries and toasts. Packed with colourful vegetables, fruity pomegranate and hazelnuts. This slaw is my ideal kind of side salad – it makes the most of Brussel sprouts, which are oven forgotten about after Christmas … Continue reading Brussel Sprout Red Cabbage and Hazelnut Slaw
A large, warm and wholesome pancake baked in the oven until fluffy studded with juicy raisins and carrot cake flavours for a take on the classic cake. Top this single-serve pancake with anything you like for a delicious vegan and gluten-free breakfast. There are definite perks of working from home, one of them being you … Continue reading Carrot Cake Baked Skillet Pancake (Vegan and GF)
Simple, delicious and chewy vegan oaty cookies studded with chocolate M&M that come together in 20 minutes. These cookies are naturally vegan, gluten-free and are a great alternative to your childhood favourite. I first made these Vegan Flapjack M&M Cookies to celebrate a new vegan chocolate on the scene: peanut filled M&Ms from MiiRO that … Continue reading Vegan Flapjack M&M Cookies
The thickest, most indulgent tasting chocolate smoothie bowl that packs in three portions of fruits and vegetables and could also be called dessert. This thick cacao packed bowl is also filled with reishi medicinal mushroom benefits and is naturally vegan and gluten-free. It is a difficult time right now, that cannot be denied. And it … Continue reading Cacao and Reishi Thickest Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
Rich and indulgent Dark Mint Chocolate thick-shelled cups filled with a creamy and vibrant green matcha cashew butter filling. They are easy to make, taste delicious and are naturally vegan, gluten-free and packed with flavour. I love a good nut butter and chocolate snack; it is pretty much the dream snack. There are so many … Continue reading Minty Matcha Chocolate Nut Butter Cups
A light and refreshing green smoothie filled with tropical mango and creamy banana with added greens for a boost! It is perfect for a light snack or breakfast that’s vegan, gluten-free and filled with good-for-you ingredients. There is nothing better than a good old green smoothie when you need a bit of a boost. This … Continue reading Ginger Mango Green Smoothie
A quick and easy flavour-packed tempeh stir fry that’s great for brunch, lunch or dinner depending on what you serve it with. With a medley of fresh vegetables, protein-rich tempeh pieces and lots of warming harissa flavours, this meal is vegan, gluten-free and healthy. I am really enjoying tempeh more than even at the moment … Continue reading Harissa Tempeh Stir Fry
A light and fluffy baked pancake studded with sticky tender dried dates, lots of warming cinnamon flavours and a protein-packed batter. This baked pancake makes a great alternative to the traditional pancake – and it is naturally vegan and gluten-free. I have been wanting to make a baked skillet pancake for a long time now. … Continue reading Date and Cinnamon Skillet Pancake (Vegan and GF)
A quick and easy vegetable and protein-packed brunch option with lots of warming, fresh flavours. Crispy sweetcorn and red pepper fritters served with cooling and zesty avocado tomato salsa and coconut yoghurt – a deliciously simple vegan and gluten-free meal. I love brunch as I have said time and time again on here and on … Continue reading Sweetcorn and Red Pepper Fritters
A hearty, delicious and vegetable-packed pasta dish filled with vibrant beetroot, crispy cauliflower and crunchy walnuts. This pasta is a great mid-week dinner that’s naturally vegan, easily gluten-free and full of health-boosting ingredients. I do love pasta, what is not to love, but I don’t have it often. I recently received some fresh gluten-free pasta … Continue reading Roasted Cauliflower and Beetroot Pasta
Light and fluffy swirl buns laced with sweet cinnamon sugar and juicy raisins. These no-yeast buns take 30 minutes to make and are much easier than traditional buns. Glazed with a rich and sticky vegan cream cheese frosting, these buns are a great weekend bake. Cinnamon buns without the yeast? No time needed for kneading … Continue reading Cinnamon Raisin No Yeast Swirl Buns
Chewy, chunky and moist cake-like blondies studded with melting chocolate chunks and lots of desiccated coconut. These little squares are naturally gluten-free, vegan and easy to whip up in 30 minutes with only 9 ingredients. These Chocolate Chunk Coconut Blondies are the second bake I made for when my coeliac friend visited me, and I … Continue reading Chocolate Chunk Coconut Blondies (Vegan GF)
Tender toasted cumin carrots and golden cauliflower with protein-packed lentils and a green leaf salad with fresh tomatoes. Served with a thick, creamy and easy homemade cashew cheese, this vegan, gluten-free and balanced salad is great for lunch or dinner. I love to buy baby carrots when I see them, there’s something so satisfying about … Continue reading Roasted Cumin Carrot Lentil Salad with Cashew Cheese
The breath is pretty powerful – it continues to amaze me just how powerful it can be. Breathing is something we take for granted every moment of every day. We don’t tend to stop for a second to think about the action that is taking place every waking and sleeping moment of our lives. Our … Continue reading Monthly Musings: March 2020
A simple but impressive vegan and gluten-free banana bread with one vanilla batter and one chocolate batter swirled together. Light and fluffy, moist and rich, this is delicious enjoyed all day long. There is a back story to this recipe, one that starts with my friend coming to visit. She has recently been diagnosed with … Continue reading Chocolate Swirl Banana Bread (Vegan GF)
A simple and flavour-packed seasonal winter salad of roasted squash, apple and crunchy kale. Finished with a ginger tahini dressing, crunchy walnuts and juicy pomegranate seeds, this salad is a vegan, gluten-free and delicious lunch or dinner. Roasted vegetable salads are my absolute favourite, especially in winter. There is nothing more comforting than a bowl … Continue reading Paprika Roasted Squash and Apple Salad with Ginger Tahini
A thick and creamy homemade hemp and oat milk made without additives or sugar, and without the need for straining. This milk is perfect for coffees and in breakfast bowls like this Cinnamon and Hemp Porridge or for drinking straight from the bottle. Despite being ridiculously easy, homemade plant-based milk has a bit of a … Continue reading Vanilla Hemp Oat Milk and Cinnamon Hemp Porridge
Light and fluffy large crepes made with gluten-free buckwheat flour and filled with warm juicy berries, thick coconut yoghurt and topped with sticky syrup and chocolate. These are easy to make and impressive to fill and roll. Pancake day is well and truly on the way (it’s only 2 days to go now in the … Continue reading Berry Buckwheat and Chocolate Crepes (Vegan GF)
A vegetable-packed pasta dish with rich tomato flavours baked till slightly crispy with a crumbled tempeh topping. Sprinkled with lots of homemade almond parmesan, this vegan dinner is hearty, healthy and very easy to make for the family. Pasta is not a common dish in my recipe archives, but it’s not because I don’t enjoy … Continue reading Tomato and Chickpea Pasta Bake with Tempeh Crumble
Light and very fluffy vegan and gluten-free pancakes studded with juicy blueberries. Stack them high for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch that the whole family will enjoy. What is not to love about pancakes? When they are light, fluffy and airy they are the best thing to have for breakfast or brunch. While … Continue reading Blueberry Vanilla Protein Pancakes (GF)
A hearty, wholesome and easy no-yeast, no-knead loaf of bread inspired by the traditional Irish soda or wheaten bread. It takes less than 40 minutes with only 6 main ingredients and is naturally vegan, dairy-free and nut-free. This loaf of bread has been a long-time coming. Ever since my Irish flatmate at uni (in 2012!!) … Continue reading Seedy Wholemeal Soda Bread
A hearty and wholesome brunch, lunch or dinner bowl full of tender sticky roasted new potatoes, vibrant turmeric tofu scramble with some gut-healthy kimchi and lots of fresh herbs. This bowl is naturally vegan, gluten-free and free from refined sugars. I do love brunch food and could eat it all day long, hence why this … Continue reading Roasted Sticky Potatoes and Turmeric Scramble
Crumbly soft cookies and rich indulgent chocolate truffles combine in one impressive and simple sweet snack. These cookies are naturally vegan with fully gluten-free options, too, while being simple and quick to bake. Around this time of year (currently Valentine’s Day season here in the UK) everyone is talking of love and relationships and there … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Truffle Cookies
Rich, fudgy and indulgent chocolate truffles with minimal fuss and time needed and maximum indulgence. These truffles are naturally vegan and packed with a secret ingredient. This time of year (currently it’s February 2020) we tend to talk and think about Valentine’s Day. Whether or not you are in a relationship, the shops, social media, … Continue reading Rich Vegan Chocolate Truffles
A vibrant, healthy and wholesome easy one-pan dinner that has so much flavour and texture with minimal effort. This dinner is naturally vegan, gluten-free and packed with protein, colour and warming spices. The best recipes are often the simplest ones. The recipes that contain minimal fuss, minimal effort, minimal washing but maximum flavour and satisfaction. … Continue reading Roasted Red Pepper and Cauliflower Harissa Traybake
A thick and creamy hot chocolate that is vegan and refined sugar-free while tasting indulgent and rich. This hot chocolate is simple to make at home for the most delicious and healthier hot chocolate. It’s about time I added a few more drinks to my recipe archive. If you follow me on social media, you’ll … Continue reading Cashew and Vanilla Hot Chocolate
A creamy yet light and vibrant soup of broccoli, peas and spinach finished with roasted broccoli croutons and pumpkin seeds. This healthy and nourishing soup is naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free and comes together in 25 minutes. There is nothing more comforting in the cold weather than a bowl of warming soup (or, I also … Continue reading Broccoli and Pea Mint Soup with Roasted Broccoli Croutons
A simple, delicious and easy plant-powered recipe filled with plant protein and vegetables for a great mid-week dinner. Crumbled tempeh in a rich marinara tomato sauce with olives served with rice and fresh herbs, this recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free and healthy. I love using tempeh and don’t get to play around with it often … Continue reading Tempeh Marinara with Rice
Light and fluffy mini pancakes studded with melting chocolate chips. These pancakes are vegan, gluten-free, healthy and refined sugar-free and come together in a blender in 5 minutes. Pancake day is coming up later this month so I thought I’d get ahead of the game and start playing around with a few new pancake recipes … Continue reading Chocolate Chunk Pancakes (GF)
If you look up the term “affirmation” you’ll find many different definitions, all with a common, basic thread that isn’t based on any magical belief or emotion. It is simply the action or process of affirming something. It is an assertion, a declaration, a statement, a proclamation. Nowadays, we hear about affirmations in the same … Continue reading Monthly Musings: February 2020
Rich, creamy and thick overnight oats with indulgent mocha flavours. These make a perfect grab and go breakfast or for a more leisurely brunch at home, too. They are naturally vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free. I love to eat oats in whichever way I can. Whether that is porridge bowls, flapjack bars, oaty snacks or … Continue reading Mocha Cold Brew Overnight Oats
Rich and crumbly nutty flapjack studded with juicy blueberries and sweet rich chocolate. These bars are naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free and are easy and quick to make. They are a great mid-afternoon snack, delicious breakfast or enjoyed with a cup of tea. I do love a good flapjack bar but more often than not, … Continue reading Gooey Chocolate Blueberry Flapjack
A naturally vegan and gluten-free homemade pesto stirred through tender roasted aubergine, sticky tomatoes and pasta. This meal is quick and simple, easy to batch cook to enjoy warm or cold throughout the week. I love playing around with pasta and using my fresh pasta, I wanted to develop a new, healthy and vegan twist … Continue reading Roasted Aubergine and Tomato Pesto Pasta
Gut health is the buzz word. With terms like probiotics, prebiotics, and microbiome being thrown around every day in the media, I thought it was about time to delve deeper into my own gut health and provide a bit of clarity. Gut health is fascinating, I could read about it all day long. I’ve read … Continue reading Gut Health and Winter Glow Bowls with Lemon Tahini
Crumbly, sweet and sticky cookie bars studded with juicy blueberries and topped with a thick almond butter enriched cream cheese. These vegan bars are easy to make in less than 25 minutes and are naturally gluten-free and high in fibre. These Blueberry and Almond Cookie Bars are most definitely inspired by a brand-new limited-edition flavour … Continue reading Blueberry and Almond Cookie Bars
A rich, indulgent and vegan chocolate tart infused with coffee flavour for a mocha twist. A raw date and nut base topped with a creamy thick chocolate mousse filling topped with more chocolate and raw chocolate truffles, this tart is easy and quick to make – plus it’s gluten-free and refined sugar-free. After falling back … Continue reading Chocha Mocha Mousse Tart
Sticky, raw and delicious granola bars that are quick and easy to make and packed with good-for-you ingredients. These snack bars are naturally vegan, gluten-free and contain only 9 simple ingredients and take 10 minutes to make. There is nothing better than a delicious snack bar when the 4pm slump hits – or for elevenses, … Continue reading Date Cashew and Coconut Granola Bars
To kick start 2020 and the month of January, it only seems right that we talk about Veganuary. Going Vegan for January – adopting a plant-based diet, lifestyle and mindset for the month – is such an amazing initiative. Taking the pledge adds you to the more than half a million individuals worldwide who have … Continue reading Monthly Musings: January aka Plant Power 2020
Rich, sticky and festively spiced raw nutty brownies topped with a creamy smooth dark chocolate ganache. These raw brownies are naturally vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free and so easy to make. You’ll only need 20 minutes and a bit of patience to let the brownies set. I have a confession to make… I made these Spiced … Continue reading Spiced Chocolate Ganache Brownies
This roasted butternut squash nut roast is hearty, wholesome and full of festive flavour. It is easy to make, packed with vegetables and is naturally vegan and gluten-free. It makes an impressive centrepiece at a roast dinner table and can be sliced and saved for later. After my previous favourite recipe for Veggie Nut Roast … Continue reading Vegan Roasted Butternut Squash Nut Roast (Gluten-free)
Mince pies are a staple at Christmastime – these treats are a cross between the classic mince pie and a flapjack-style bar with a sweet crumbly top. They are naturally vegan, gluten-free and easy to make in less than 30 minutes. Who doesn’t love a good mince pie? I’m not a fan of the ones … Continue reading Mince Pie Crumble Squares
A light and fluffy banana bread loaf laced with spiced mincemeat and topped with sticky sweet mincemeat infused vegan cream cheese frosting. A festive match made in heaven. It is vegan, dairy-free with gluten-free options and easy to make in 40 minutes. What happens when my love affair for banana bread meets with my obsession … Continue reading Mince Pie Banana Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting
The ultimate festive spiced granola for simple, delicious and healthy breakfasts and snacks. This gluten-free, vegan and refined sugar-free granola is great to batch cook or to offer as gifts to friends over the holidays. I love granola and I love Christmas flavours, so to follow up to my original Christmas Granola, I thought I’d … Continue reading Roasted Chestnut and Cranberry Granola
Mince pies and cookies combine in these deliciously vegan and gluten-free Mince Pie Thumbprint Cookies. They’re soft and chewy with a crispy sugary top with a sweet and sticky mincemeat filling – you’ll only need 8 ingredients and 20 minutes. These cookies are a new and fun way to use mincemeat rather than stuffing into pastry … Continue reading Mince Pie Thumbprint Cookies
A rich and creamy chocolate orange vegan mousse filling in a nutty and gluten-free sticky base. This raw tart is a perfect showstopping dessert for pleasing crowds and you’ll only need 10 ingredients to make it. I first made a raw chocolate mousse tart a couple of years ago as Christmas day dessert for my … Continue reading Chocolate Orange Mousse Tart
The ultimate festive chocolatey brownie studded with vibrant sugar candy canes and minty chocolate. They are naturally vegan, delicious and indulgent while being easy to make with less than 10 ingredients in 30 minutes. I love chocolate brownies and I love Christmas, so it only seemed right to combine the two. These Candy Cane Brownies … Continue reading Candy Cane Brownies
Soup season is here and this creamy red lentil soup with carrots and parsnips is a real winter warmer. Spiced with cumin, turmeric and nutmeg with lots of fresh ginger and garlic, it is a crowd-pleasing soup that is vegan and gluten-free. I love soup season – any excuse to curl up with a warming … Continue reading Creamy Spiced Red Lentil and Carrot Soup
A simple and delicious festive centrepiece or side to enjoy throughout the season – or all year long. Chestnut and cranberry lentils stuffed into tender squash topped with fresh herbs and pomegranate make for a vegan, healthy and gluten-free family meal. It’s time to kick start the festive season and what better way than with … Continue reading Festive Lentil Stuffed Butternut Squash with Chesnut Brussel Sprouts
I thought long and hard about the theme for December 2019. I wanted to capture the essence and the feeling of the month: togetherness. December is here and I can’t quite believe it! January seems like a long time ago and I guess it is… a good 11 months ago. A lot has happened at … Continue reading Monthly Musings: December 2019
A flavour packed and vibrant, vegan and gluten-free curry for all the family. Filled with mild spices and herbs, tender roasted tomatoes, sweet potato and creamy coconut milk, it is easy to make and great for big batch cooking and meal prep. Curry season is definitely upon us here in the UK as it comes … Continue reading Burst Tomato and Sweet Potato Curry
Crumbly, oaty, sticky and sweet flapjack-style bars layered with gooey vegan marshmallows and melted dark chocolate topped with an oaty crumble. These quick and easy, 10-ingredients bars are perfect as a gluten-free, vegan and healthy snack or dessert. I had so much fun making these bars themed about Bonfire night, but marshmallows are not only … Continue reading Vegan S’Mores Crumble Bars
A vibrant and delicious buddha bowl recipe that is easy to make and perfect for healthy, vegan and gluten-free meal prep. A mixture of sticky ginger turmeric tofu cubes, fresh and cooked greens and a creamy golden tahini dressing. I love buddha bowls, in fact, they are my favourite way to eat. You can fit … Continue reading Sticky Ginger Tofu Buddha Bowl
Light and fluffy chocolate swirl buns studded with crunchy hazelnuts and laced with lots of creamy chocolate. These are easy, no-knead and no-yeast buns that deliver every time while taking less than 35 minutes. Plus they are naturally vegan, low sugar and a delicious treat. I asked, you answered, and I’ve delivered! A few weeks ago, on … Continue reading Hazelnut Chocolate Swirl Buns
A rich and fudgy chocolate mug cake that comes together in less than 3 minutes. This indulgent treat is vegan, gluten-free, refined-sugar-free and packed with chocolate. It is perfect for a quick dessert or snack with some ice cream, fruit and more chocolate. It’s about time that I had a super quick and easy recipe … Continue reading Vegan Chocolate Mug Cake
Donut meets cookies in this light and fluffy vegan baked donut topped with a creamy coconut yoghurt frosting and crunchy chocolate-y cookies. They are chocolate-y rich and high in protein and easy to make with only 8 ingredients. If I had to choose between a donut and a cookie, I would probably choose a cookie. … Continue reading Vegan Oreo Donuts
A rich and warming tomato and coconut based dahl with golden roasted cauliflower – this is a deliciously simple and healthy vegan, gluten-free and wholesome lunch or dinner for all the family. The season for warming food is most definitely here and all I am craving is lots of warming dishes. There have been so … Continue reading Roasted Cauliflower Dahl
A crunchy, chewy and peanut butter rich granola perfect for a snack or breakfast. It is naturally gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free while being full of fibre and protein. Peanut Butter Granola. What is not to love? Peanut butter is an ongoing obsession of mine, and I don’t think it will ever stop. The same goes … Continue reading Peanut Butter Granola
Happy November and World Vegan Month, which along with Veganuary, is another amazing month to celebrate veganism. And that makes me so happy. To see people celebrating everything that is plant-based feels amazing – and knowing that each meal, each choice, each day we are making positive change is pretty remarkable. As you may know … Continue reading Monthly Musings: November 2019
Light and fluffy savoury pumpkin-filled falafel made with less than 10 ingredients and coming together in less than 30 minutes. These falafel are seasonal, vegan, gluten-free and are easy to make. Served with a refreshing herby hummus, cumin roasted coloured carrots, a fruity tabbouleh and fresh greens, this bowl is a feast for all the … Continue reading Baked Pumpkin Falafel Bowl with Herby Hummus and Roasted Carrots
Lightly spiced pumpkin pie muffins which are moist, fluffy and with a cinnamon sugar nutty crunch topping. These muffins are delicately infused with rooibos tea and are wonderfully rich thanks to the pumpkin puree – they are vegan, healthy, wholesome with gluten-free options. I am in a patch of pumpkin obsession right now, from spiced … Continue reading Rooibos Pumpkin Pie Muffins
Sweet and tender roasted butternut squash stuffed with a rich and nutty wild rice salad with the creamiest tahini dressing. This vegan, gluten-free lunch or dinner is hearty, wholesome, packed with nutrients and is warming comfort food at its finest. Autumn calls for squash and lots of it. From pumpkin to butternut squash to all … Continue reading Wild Rice Stuffed Butternut Squash with Glazed Walnuts and Tahini Cream
Thick and creamy overnight oats filled with pumpkin pie spices perfect for a quick and easy breakfast. Serve with sticky and fruity cinnamon baked pears for a juicy and wholesome combination that is great this time of year (or any!). My love for oats continues along with my current obsession with anything and everything pumpkin … Continue reading Pumpkin Pie Spice Overnight Oats with Cinnamon Pears
A warming spiced and moist apple cake that is hearty and wholesome and full of wholefoods. It is naturally sweetened with dates and is vegan, dairy-free, nut-free and delicious for the whole family. It is perfect warm from the oven or served cold later on either as a dessert with custard or ice cream or … Continue reading Spiced Apple Cake
A rich, creamy and vegetable-packed curry to make you glow from the inside out. This vegan, gluten-free and deliciously healthy curry is packed with warming spices and flavours and comes together in 25 minutes. Who doesn’t love a good curry? They are so warming, comforting and so flexible. You can add any number of herbs, … Continue reading Golden Chickpea and Aubergine Peanut Curry
A rich, warmingly spiced bowl of porridge with creamy yoghurt, sticky toasted apple slices and lots of comforting flavours. This vegan, gluten-free and protein-packed bowl is a great way to start the day. Happy world porridge day! Yes, there is a day every year to celebrate the wholesome, delicious and humble bowl of oats. And … Continue reading Chai Latte and Apple Oats
A richly flavoured Mediterranean-style ragu with sundried tomatoes, olives and vegetables served with roughly mashed and creamy tahini butter beans. This vegan, gluten-free and healthy dish is packed with protein, comforting flavours and takes 20 minutes to make. Gratitude is a wonderful thing and I try to always think of things I am grateful for … Continue reading Sundried Tomato and Olive Ragu with Tahini Butter Bean Mash
Deliciously soft and chewy vegan and gluten-free pumpkin pie spiced cookies stuffed with sultanas and pecan nuts. The perfect quick bake for a tasty afternoon treat with a cup of tea, plus they come together in 5 minutes in one bowl. Pumpkin pie season is most certainly here, and I am loving playing around with … Continue reading Sultana and Pecan Pumpkin Pie Spice Cookies
A Mexican feast in a bowl. This vegan, gluten-free and nut-free meal is ideal for meal-prepping for your lunchboxes throughout the week. A zingy blend of lime-infused beans, grilled corn and peppers with a cooling creamy avocado dip served with brown rice. This buddha bowl packs in 10 different plant-based wholefoods and a rainbow of … Continue reading Charred Red Pepper Corn and Black Bean Bowl with Avocado Crème
Patience - we have all heard the old adage, patience is a virtue, but more often than not, when we are told that, we are not in the right place to hear it. As human beings in the 21st century, we are all focused on the doing. The action rather than the in-action, the fast-forward … Continue reading Monthly Musings: October 2019
A deliciously rich and creamy breakfast option when you fancy a change from porridge oats. This breakfast bowl is quick and easy to make with a subtle and comforting almond flavour and indulgent texture. A healthy, gluten-free and vegan breakfast for all the family. Rice pudding has been on my to-make list for quite a … Continue reading Almond and Cinnamon Rice Porridge
This autumnal-inspired smoothie bowl is the perfect cross-over for the late summer sunshine and the cooler September days. A thick and creamy fruit and vegetable-packed breakfast bowl or smoothie that packs lots of warming, cosy flavours and is full of nutrition. My social feeds seem to be covered with pumpkin pie spiced recipes at the … Continue reading Mango Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Bowl
A hearty and comforting autumnal dessert that is packed with cardamom, cinnamon, sticky pears and a healthy, gluten-free and nutty crumble. Perfect for a cosy treat for friends and family and is easy to make in one bowl in less than 45 minutes. Everyone loves a crumble, right? And as the temperatures dip slowly and … Continue reading Pear, Cardamom and Almond Crumble
Light and fluffy chocolate cupcakes with a melting chocolate centre topped with smooth and creamy chocolate coconut whipped vegan “buttercream”. These cupcakes are a treat for the whole family and are really easy to make. I cannot believe this is my first cupcake recipe on the blog. After many cakes, muffins, cookies and cheesecakes, here it … Continue reading Double Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Coconut Whip
A thick and creamy fruit-and-veg-filled smoothie bowl that packs so much rich chocolatey flavour and zingy fresh ginger. A speedy, vegan, gluten-free breakfast bowl that comes together in 5 minutes for a nutritious and delicious start to the day. I love smoothie bowls, one look from my social media posts and on the posts that … Continue reading Chocolate Berry Ginger Ninja Smoothie Bowl
An oaty and chewy nutty flapjack base topped with a creamy and thick peanut butter caramel fudge layer drizzled with delicious chocolate. These easy, no-bake, 7-ingredient slices make a great vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free afternoon pick me up – plus they are filled with fibre and protein thanks to one secret ingredient. I love … Continue reading Chocolate Nutty Fudge Slices
A richly flavoured, light yet hearty vegan and gluten-free dinner or lunch that is packed with fresh vegetables, wholesome grains and colour. Juicy tender roasted aubergine, crunchy protein-packed chickpeas and chewy zingy goldenberries make for a feast for the senses. A quick and easy meal option that works well both warm and cold – save … Continue reading Zhoug Roasted Aubergines with Crunchy Chickpeas and a Goldenberry Pumpkin Seed Buckwheat Salad
Thick, chewy and nutty slices of raw dried fruits and nuts layered in a smooth and creamy dark chocolate ganache topped with crunchy cacao nibs and seeds make a delicious, indulgent and healthy snack. These bars are gluten-free, added sugar-free and naturally vegan – a real crowd pleaser! When the temperatures rise, I still love … Continue reading Chocolate Goldenberry Fruit and Nut Bars
A rich and creamy breakfast bowl packed with fresh fruit, yoghurt, granola and a drizzle of tahini. This breakfast bowl can be whipped up in 5 minutes and enjoyed as part of a delicious morning routine before you head out the door. This Tropical Vanilla Yoghurt Power Bowl is hardly a recipe, in fact I … Continue reading Tropical Vanilla Yoghurt Power Bowl
Purpose – identifying, finding, harnessing your unique purpose. Each new month rolls around so quickly, and I cannot believe as I am sat in bed, the morning light streaming in the window that September is here. How are we already in the 9thmonth of the year, and in the part of the cycle which feels … Continue reading Monthly Musings: September 2019
The ultimate veganised dish that will please meat-eaters and non-meat-eaters. These Vegan Koftas are packed full of rich and earthy flavours and served with cooling cucumber yoghurt dip, they make a delicious and hearty dinner. Throw in some roasted vegetables and this is one vibrant, nourishing and wholesome meal for all the family. I am … Continue reading Vegan Koftas with Charred Peppers and Coconut Yoghurt Dip
A thick and creamy breakfast recipe that takes 5 minutes to prepare and is a perfect way to start your day stress-free to feel nourished. Serve these oats with some sticky and juicy homemade cinnamon plum jam and lots of fruit and other toppings. Adaptogens have been getting a lot of air time recently and … Continue reading Adaptogenic Overnight Oats with Cinnamon Plum Jam
Banana bread has got an upgrade with this Biscoff Cookie Banana Bread – a fluffy and light banana bread laced with Biscoff cookie spread, topped with crunchy cookies. A delicious, simple, vegan bake perfect with a cup of tea or as a dessert with ice cream and extra cookies. I do love banana bread as … Continue reading Biscoff Cookie Banana Bread
A colourful, zesty and flavour packed noodle bowl made from sweet potatoes! This vegan lunch or dinner bowl is also gluten-free, healthy, full of protein and is highly versatile depending on the vegetables you have to hand – plus it comes together in one pan in 20 minutes.
Thick, chewy and hearty protein muffins that packed with delicious chocolate flavour and sweetened with juicy pears. These make great pre or post workout snacks or as part of a vegan and gluten-free breakfast. They are quick to make and come together in one bowl.
Thick, chocolatey-rich, filled with juicy dried fruits, crunchy nuts, sweet and salty popcorn and creamy delicious chocolate. These bars really do have everything you want in each bite plus they are naturally gluten-free, vegan and require no baking.
Summer fruit welcomes a brand-new stone-fruit variety to the shelves this year and it’s called Metis®. Pronounced Me-teece, this natural cross between a plum and apricot is firm and crisp on the outside while being sweet and juicy on the inside. Metis® fruit has been naturally bred using bees to cross-pollinate apricot pollen and plum blooms … Continue reading Roasted Metis®, Mint and Cream Cheese Crostini
This may just be the best granola recipe I’ve made to date: chewy, crunchy and crumbly granola packed with vanilla flavour, crunchy protein crispies and naturally sweetened with banana. This vegan and gluten-free granola is a banana-nut sensation loaded with flavour and texture. One lazy Sunday afternoon, I wanted to do some baking but didn’t … Continue reading Vanilla Banana Nut Protein Granola
A fluffy, light and filling vegan take on the classic omelette made with chickpea flour. This version is packed with vegetables, cheesy, savoury garlicky flavour and topped with a fresh avocado salsa. It’s a delicious egg-free, gluten-free, high-protein brunch, lunch or dinner option. Kale and Mushroom Chickpea Omelette I can remember the first time I … Continue reading Kale and Mushroom Chickpea Omelette
A vegan take on the classic Victoria sponge cake with a light and fluffy vanilla and coconut sugar infused sponge, sandwiched together with thick and creamy frosting and fruity jam topped with more frosting. This cake is a real crowd-pleaser that also makes a a beautiful show-stopping wedding cake. This Vegan Vanilla Cake has been … Continue reading Vegan Vanilla Cake
A berry and apple packed breakfast bircher muesli that takes 5 minutes to prepare in the mornings for a delicious and creamy jar. It is naturally vegan, healthy and packed with fibre while being cheap and easy to make. I use the term “recipe” quite loosely for this Very Berry Cherry Bircher Jar as it … Continue reading Very Berry Cherry Bircher Jar
The ultimate bowl to celebrate the best of homegrown British vegetables – a sticky sweet aubergine rainbow bowl filled with colour, texture and flavour. Served with hummus and buckwheat this is the perfect vegan, gluten-free and vibrant dinner or lunch bowl. Sticky Sweet Chilli Aubergine and Hummus Rainbow Bowl There is nothing better than a … Continue reading Sticky Sweet Chilli Aubergine and Hummus Rainbow Bowl
A rich and moist chocolate banana-bread sponge studded with dark chocolate chips, juicy dried cherry pieces with a creamy chocolate coconut frosting. A truly decadent show-stopper cake that comes together in one bowl and combines all the classic black forest gateau flavours. Chocolate and Cherry Banana Cake Another birthday means another reason for cake! For … Continue reading Chocolate and Cherry Banana Cake
A thick and creamy vegan porridge made with gluten free buckwheat flakes, delicious salted caramel protein and lots of jammy sweet dates, this porridge is a perfect breakfast any time of the year. I am fairly new to using buckwheat flakes in place of rolled oats in my porridge bowls, although I am a big … Continue reading Salted Caramel and Date Buckwheat Porridge
Relaxation – take some time out. August is more often than not, the time for holidays, time off work and for a little self-love and TLC. Are you going away this summer? Or perhaps you’re having a staycation in your home country or having a little weekend here and there where you can totally unwind? … Continue reading Monthly Musings: August 2019
Thick and chewy flapjack-like base loaded with peanut butter and vanilla protein topped with a rich and creamy chocolate ganache, laced with more peanut butter. These bars are vegan-friendly, gluten-free and require no baking. I have updated this post (and the recipe and method) this August 2021 after first publishing this delicious recipe back in … Continue reading Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Flapjack Bars (Vegan GF)
A classic and staple hummus recipe that is quick, cheap and delicious. It’s creamy, rich in flavour and goes with pretty much everything.
Flavour-packed, vegan and gluten-free fritters packed with vegetables, protein and rich sun-dried tomato Mediterranean flavours. These fritters are perfect for a lazy weekend brunch with friends or to make and eat on the go mid-week. They are great with a side salad and some simple lime guacamole or served with pitta breads as a sandwich … Continue reading Cauliflower and Sun-Dried Tomato Breakfast Fritters
Who doesn’t love a healthy, delicious and creamy breakfast that comes together in only 5 minutes in the morning but will keep you going until lunchtime? And it tastes like dessert, win win! This Berry Ginger Buckwheat Smoothie is really creamy, thick, berry-licious and gorgeous to make, I hope it will become a new favourite. … Continue reading Berry Ginger Buckwheat Smoothie
The ultimate summer salad – this really is packed with everything summery! A light but filling salad with quinoa, roasted squash, tropical fruits, summer berries, creamy avocado and sticky coconut clusters. This is my new favourite salad and I hope it will become yours, too, plus it only takes 30 minutes to make. Coconut Summer … Continue reading Coconut Summer Salad
Prepare to fool even the most fervent of avocado-haters with this recipe. Thick, chewy and fudgy chocolate brownies packed with hidden avocado, sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup with a rich chocolatey flavour that leaves you wanting more. These brownies are, of course, vegan and dairy-free while also being nut-free with a gluten-free option. … Continue reading Fudgy Chocolate Avocado Brownies
Tribal smoothies are an industry leading brand when it comes to active nutrition and their range of exotic fruit smoothies are packed with organic baobab proving “natural fuel for life”. They are champions of “real-food” so their smoothies are great energising pouches for on the go fuel. Although, as you’ll see, they are also great … Continue reading Tribal Smoothies and Raw Cherry Chocolate Baobab Cheesecake
Courage I was thinking about what I wanted this month to be devoted to, as I really enjoyed June’s theme of authenticity (read the original post here) and I shared a lot of quotes, thoughts and personal stories over the weeks on my Instagram captions. It meant so much to read your comments and to hear … Continue reading Monthly Musings: July 2019
I knew that Nourishing Amy was missing a very classic and popular brunch dish and this is it: waffles! I cannot believe that this is my very first waffle recipe on here and I can only apologise but I think this recipe makes up for it. Thick, fluffy and light waffles laced with creamy tahini … Continue reading Tropical Tahini Waffles
Light and fluffy homemade flatbreads topped with crunchy paprika chickpeas, juicy roasted vegetables, crispy kale chips and lashings of creamy hummus. The ultimate finger food that is as comforting as it is fresh, healthy and vibrant. “This is my favourite kind of meal” are the exact words I said as I finished my last mouthful … Continue reading Crunchy Chickpea, Kale Crisp and Burst Tomato Flatbreads
Light and fluffy chocolate chip banana bread donuts with a delicious tiramisu flavour and covered in a rich and creamy chocolate coconut yoghurt frosting. These donuts are naturally vegan, refined-sugar free and can easily be gluten-free - so everyone can enjoy them. Tiramisu Chocolate Chip Donuts I don’t “love” donuts but every time I see … Continue reading Tiramisu Chocolate Chip Donuts
This salad has to be one of my favourite salads of all time and it could not be more simple. It’s a deliciously nutty and hearty mix of brown rice with sweet juicy corn, peas and fresh rocket with chewy dried apricots, tropical coconut flakes and chopped hazelnuts and pistachios. It’s an easy mix of … Continue reading Nutty Rice Salad
What a way to start the day. Creamy coconut infused thick overnight oats with gooey chunks of mango topped with fresh fruits, sweet syrup and crunchy buckwheat. Mango Coconut Overnight Oats I do not enjoy overnight oats often enough and after making this new recipe recently, I most definitely will be making them more. My … Continue reading Mango Coconut Overnight Oats
I’ve recently found myself talking and thinking a lot about spices, Asian and Indian cuisine. For a long time I wouldn’t really enjoy an Indian takeaway as so often they are loaded with a lot of excess oil and are highly Westernised version of the authentic Indian cuisine that it is replicating. But then since … Continue reading Sticky Asian Aubergines with Coconut Rice and Curried Chickpeas
Thick and chewy chocolate date cookies filled with sweet berry jam and a creamy chocolate drizzle. These cookies make a delicious teatime treat and are gluten free, naturally vegan and healthy! Chocolate Jam Thumbprint Cookies I love experimenting with new baking ideas and one grey afternoon, I knew I wanted to bake something, but I … Continue reading Chocolate Jam Thumbprint Cookies
Authenticity. Stop trying to uphold the façade of being something and actually just be that something instead. The social media world we live in means that we always have an insight into someone’s life, whether that is what they ate for breakfast, the HIIT workout they did at the gym or the nicely labelled jars … Continue reading Monthly Musings: June 2019
What is better than a big bowl of noodles, you ask? A big bowl of noodles drizzled in a deliciously creamy, rich and flavourful tahini dressing, that’s for sure. Tahini features heavily both in my recipes and in my daily meals that don't quite make the ‘gram. From drizzling over salads, to spooning from the … Continue reading Tahini Noodle Satay Salad
As I’m sat here in Pisa airport, after a busy week of catering at a yoga retreat I am really looking forward to getting back into my own kitchen and perhaps whipping up this Vegan Cinnamon and Cardamom Bread and Butter Pudding because it really is so simple and pretty much British comfort food down … Continue reading Vegan Cinnamon and Cardamom Bread and Butter Pudding
These Tahini Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies are made with only a handful of ingredients and come together in less than 30 minutes. They are naturally vegan, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free and gluten-free while being deliciously rich and studded with dark chocolate chunks. They make the perfect dunking cookie or to enjoy with a glass of ice-cold milk. … Continue reading Tahini Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies
A vibrant, nutritious and wholesome quinoa salad that packs a punch of flavour and texture - it makes a perfect dinner with leftovers for lunch for the next few days. It is a simple salad that you can enjoy again and again, giving you a low-cost and healthful salad. This Rainbow Quinoa Salad is one … Continue reading Rainbow Quinoa Salad
I am a little bit obsessed with baked oats right now – from proats to zoats and the humble oat, I have been baking them like a mad woman recently. The joys of working from home and having time for a delicious brunch. *proats – protein-oats and zoats – zucchini or courgette-oats* There’s a few … Continue reading 3 Ways with Baked Oats
A vibrant and fragrant spiced cauliflower rice salad with chickpeas, carrot ribbons, spinach and juicy dates topped with toasted cashew nuts, a creamy tahini drizzle and fresh herbs. Moroccan Cauliflower Rice with Dates Toasted Cashews and Tahini This is one of my favourite meals that I keep making on repeat but hadn’t yet written down … Continue reading Moroccan Cauliflower Rice with Dates, Toasted Cashews and Tahini
If you’re looking for something a little fun to jazz up your bank holiday weekend brunch, then this Vegan Vanilla and Lemon French Toast is for you. With only 9 simple ingredients and only 25 minutes of your time, you can whip up a perfect stack of French toast to impress guests, friends, family members … Continue reading Vegan Vanilla and Strawberry French Toast
I cannot believe that Nourishing Amy is already 1 year old. How time really does fly when you are having fun. In that time I’ve shared more than 100 recipes (enough for a cookbook, hey?) and have written 1000s of words, as I am quite word-y. And following on from the May's monthly motivation post … Continue reading Vegan Orange Chai Donuts
Value Your Own Worth Knowing your worth means an awful lot more than those cute little graphics that we see on social media encouraging us to “know your value” and reminding us that “you are worthy” – which, of course, you all are. You are all worthy beings, you are all worthy of life, love … Continue reading Monthly Musings: May 2019
This recipe proves that vegan food can please anyone and everyone. The fact you can make a cheese scone using no animal products at all is pretty impressive seeing as cheese is usually laden with dairy and scones are made from copious amounts of butter. They are also ridiculously simple, only require 7 ingredients and … Continue reading Vegan Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Scones
Have you ever made anything with aquafaba before? If yes, then you probably won’t be a stranger to the endless possibilities that a can of chickpea water can hold. If no, then you are probably wondering what is aquafaba? Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse Aquafaba is the water from a tin of chickpeas (or other beans work, too) … Continue reading Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse
Happy Easter! You may have already eaten quite a few hot cross buns, but you can never have too many, wouldn’t you agree? The warming aroma of sweet spices and the tender soft dough always remind me of springtime in the UK, with the sun shining and daffodils blooming… but perhaps after all the actual … Continue reading Hot Cross Bun Granola
Is there ever a bad time for chocolate? I don’t think so… and with Easter only a few days away, these are the perfect treat to whip up in no time at all. Yes, they only take 10 minutes to make and 1 hour to set and then you have deliciously creamy, rich and indulgent … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
With Easter coming up, what better way to celebrate than with coconut and chocolate treats that happen to be healthy, delicious and pretty in pink?! But don’t save these bars only for Easter time, they are delicious any time of the year and will brighten anyone’s day. Pink Bounty Bars Pink Bounty Bars They’re such … Continue reading Pink Bounty Bars
This recipe post wasn’t supposed to be a recipe post. I was using up a few ingredients I had to hand and fancied something warming and comforting. Then I came up with this, and I am so happy I threw these ingredients together in the way that I did. Miso Bean Stuffed Butternut Squash with … Continue reading Miso Bean Stuffed Butternut Squash with Tahini Cream
Soft and chewy granola bars made with only 8 ingredients that take about 40 minutes from start to finish (include setting time) and that are genuinely healthy and delicious, what more could you ask for? These Roasted Nut Granola Bars make an amazing on-the-go snack or part of a balanced breakfast and they travel well, … Continue reading Roasted Nut Granola Bars
There is nothing better than making your own baked goods and hands-down the most rewarding thing to bake involves yeast. I have a love-love-hate relationship (I love them twice as much as hate them!) as I get nervous every time just in case the airing cupboard isn’t quite the right temperature and what about that … Continue reading Vegan Hot Cross Buns
Happy birthday to me! What better way to start a special day than with extra-special and super easy and delicious pancakes! The ultimate plant-powdered protein pancake to make all your brunch dreams come true. I am in love with this recipe and am actually licking my lips after just devouring one on a grey and … Continue reading Giant Protein Pancake
You will never always be motivated, so you must learn to be disciplined. Motivation is a tough one but it can also be a really easy one. Some days I wake up full of energy, excitement and determination to really smash it and get everything done. But other days I simply cannot harness that power … Continue reading Monthly Musings: April 2019
Raw cheesecakes are still a fairly new sweet treat creation for me, after discovering how easy and creamy they are with the right kitchen equipment. In fact, in 3 months I’ve created several cheesecake recipes and this Chocolate Coconut Raspberry Cheesecake joins my previous Salted Almond Chocolate Cheesecake and my Lemon and Pistachio Raw Cheesecake, … Continue reading Chocolate Coconut Raspberry Cheesecake Slices
Welcome to aubergine heaven. This recipe is creamy, rich in flavour and highly addictive - but it’s also healthy, completely made from whole foods and vegan-friendly. Smoky Aubergine Baba Ganoush When it comes to dips, hummus still reigns king (or queen) among most people and I think that’s down to a lot of mediocre aubergine … Continue reading Smoky Aubergine Baba Ganoush
I think I may have just upped my chilli game and it couldn’t have been easier or quicker to make. Chilli (non-carne) is one of my go-to meals to feed friends and family who are perhaps less than persuaded by a vegan lifestyle. Why? Because as I wrote about in my Veganuary hacks, offering a … Continue reading Chickpea Chilli with Guacamole
These almost raw, no-bake slices may just be a little bit addictive… you have been warned. I love making new variations on raw slices and experimenting with different flavour combinations and these bars are testament to one tasty afternoon of experimenting. Peanut Butter Coffee Crunch Chocolate Slices Peanut Butter Coffee Crunch Chocolate Slices These ones … Continue reading Peanut Butter Coffee Crunch Chocolate Slices
Flavour packed smoked paprika falafel with crunchy hazelnut crumb - deliciously vegan and gluten free, they only require 10 ingredients.
It’s been far too long since I have shared a hummus recipe – since my Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus July 2018 – and I cannot believe that this is only the second recipe on my blog for hummus. It’s often a joke that hummus should be its own food group, especially for vegans and … Continue reading Edamame and Artichoke Hummus
Fragrant Thai-style stir fry with ginger, garlic and chilli with a creamy, sticky peanut butter satay sauce - a deliciously quick and easy vegan dinner.
Happy Pancake Day! Can you believe it has been one whole year since the last time it was officially OK to eat pancakes for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the same day?! Well, when they taste this good, are this easy to whip up and are this good for you, I say we can have … Continue reading Peanut Butter Oat Flour Pancakes with Mixed Berry Chia Jam
A delicious and alternative way to serve sweet potatoes - roasted and stuffed with breakfast essentials like granola, nut butter and fruit. They are easy, vegan and gluten-free.
This month is all about Spring and refreshing your mindset.
A vegan, gluten free and refined sugar free cheesecake, with a sticky, nutty base with a zesty sweet and thick cashew-based filling topped with vibrant slices of lemon and crunchy pistachios.
The perfect Mediterranean salad with nutty black rice and lentils, smokey sundried tomatoes and olives. Dressed in a simple balsamic-olive oil dressing, this is a delicious, vegan, gluten free and healthy meal.
Who doesn’t love a green smoothie? Well, a lot of people actually. I think they’re put off by the whole ‘greenness’ of it, thinking it will taste like grass. Well, that’s where they are wrong. Because there are plenty of green-loving smoothies out there that celebrate vegetables and tastes rather delightful. I think this is … Continue reading Rocket Ginger Smoothie
Warm, fudgy and delicious Chocolate Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal that is quick to make and bake in 20 minutes. This vegan, gluten-free and wholesome breakfast is amazing warm or cold and is great to meal prep, too. You can watch a recipe video here, too. The recipe for these baked oats, or oatmeal, was first … Continue reading Chocolate Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal (Vegan Gluten-Free)
Deliciously rich and indulgent, these healthy chocolate mousse pots are naturally sweetened, vegan and gluten-free.
Enjoy this scrambled tofu on toast for a speedy and filling vegan breakfast or serve it up for friends over a lazy brunch – packed with flavour, vegetables and colour.
Are you in full love mode? With Valentines Day just around the corner, there’s a lot of focus on being with someone. A girlfriend, boyfriend, husband, wife, partner… there are so many couples out there and while I LOVE the day for love, why not celebrate self-love, self-worth and self-care. We need a marked day … Continue reading Peanut Butter and Blueberry Muffins
It may be a cold winters day outside, but as I sit down to write this, the sun is streaming in through the windows, leaving a warm golden glow around me. My heart feels filled with light and love, so what better way to start writing about February’s inspirational theme: LOVE. It may seem a … Continue reading Monthly Musings: February 2019
A raw, vegan and gluten free cheesecake with salted date caramel, salted almonds and a chocolate drizzle on a crunchy, nutty base.
A look into vegan tricks and tips for a plant-based lifestyle.
Fluffy pancakes studded with fruity blueberries and sweet cinnamon. These make a delicious gluten and nut free vegan brunch.
The triple-c curry as I like to call it, but I didn’t think that was too catchy for a recipe name?! I’m really getting into comfort food right now, with the drop in temperature, the dark evenings and feeling the fresh air as you step outside. This curry is one of those dishes that you … Continue reading Chickpea Carrot and Chard Red Thai Curry
I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with eggs. As a toddler I loved hard-boiled egg and soliders (or shoulders as I would call them). But never scrambled eggs, fried eggs were gross and it was only throughout the last year of uni that I discovered poached eggs. So ‘giving up’ eggs when I learnt about … Continue reading Easy Veganuary Habits and Hacks: Eggs
These brownies are rich, indulgent, dessert-worthy, crowd-pleasing and simple to make.
A healthy, vegan take on a ‘meatball sub’ this meatless version is delicious, flavoursome and saucy. Packed with a rich tomato sauce, crunchy vegetables and fluffy flatbreads, these make a great lunch or dinner option.
Following from the previous post about Dairy Hacks for a stress-free and enjoyable Veganuary, I am now sharing top tips to replace other dairy products. Carrot and Raisin Bundt Cake We are fortunate enough today that the supermarket shelves are well stocked with delicious and nutritious alternatives to your usual dairy products like cheese, yoghurts, … Continue reading Easy Veganuary Habits and Hacks: Dairy II
A vegan version of a classic favourite with all the comfort, flavour and deliciousness of the original – a rich vegetable packed tomato sauce with No-Meat Ballz and spaghetti
Hearty, rich and flavoursome no-meat balls filled with brown rice, black beans and mixed herbs. The perfect vegan, gluten free alternative to a classic favourite.
I have always been aware that while I am truly loving all the support and inspiration I find in the food and wellness social media network, not everyone I engage with is vegan, vegetarian or in the mindset of creating a plant-based lifestyle. That said, I am often overwhelmed by the support. For example, at … Continue reading Easy Veganuary Habits and Hacks: Dairy I
January is here and that can only mean one thing: Veganuary.
Top tips for health and happiness as inspired by The Happy Pear.
A wonderfully creamy soup with cumin spiced notes and sweet parsnip that will warm you up on a cold winters day.
Who doesn’t love granola? When it combines with the festive cheeriness of Christmas… well that’s one heavenly breakfast (or lunch/dinner/snack if you’re like me!).Christmas GranolaAfter all the savoury recipe testing for my Christmas bonanza, it dawned on me that I needed to re-make my favourite festive-spiced granola as it’s one I make time and time again, … Continue reading Christmas Granola
Deliciously smooth, rich and indulgent chocolate truffles made with just three ingredients.
A cinnamon-sweet mince pie filled cinnamon rolls with a sticky icing sugar glaze, perfect for weekend baking or festive treats.
A festive-infused vegetable and roasted nut roast that is easy to make from seasonal ingredients. It’s hearty, comforting and packed with flavour.
Christmas spiced stuffing falafel balls full of festive herbs, chestnuts and cranberries. Enjoy these as a side or as the star of the show.
Sticky and sweet, these are my favourite way to enjoy carrots and parsnips and they make a great side dish part of a roast dinner.
Tangy, sweet and caramelised… this is the best way to enjoy sprouts.
With sugar and spice and all things nice…keep calm and eat mince pies!Homemade Mince PiesThese are just two little quotes I found when I googled “mince pie quotes” – yes, I actually did that as a way to inspire my writing here. Because, well, what more is there to say about the humble mince pie? … Continue reading Homemade Mince Pies
London's first all-avo dining concept began life as a pop-up. It took off and now has a permanent site. Avobar does pretty much what it says on the tin – it’s a restaurant where everything on the menu has avocado in it, on it or blended into it. It’s the perfect green homage to the … Continue reading A Nourishing Review: Avobar, Covent Garden
With a knowledge of the Italian language, it still makes me chuckle that ‘biscotti’ in every other language refers to this particular type of sweet treat, whereas ‘biscotti’ literally translates to mean ‘biscuits’. The Italian call these type of crunchy biscuit cantuccini which I think sounds much more exotic and enticing, don’t you agree? Nevertheless, … Continue reading Orange and Cranberry Almond Biscotti
Naturally sweetened, this mincemeat is filled with juicy, plump dried fruits and flavoured with warming winter spices.
December is the time for Transformation.
Happy festive period, everyone. I am so excited to share this recipe with you as it was one that proved quite popular on my Instagram stories a few weeks ago and since then I have made them a few times and can attest that they make a great snack, on-the-go mini breakfast and an after-dinner … Continue reading Apple and Hemp Muffins with Hemp Crumble Topping
This is one of the meals I come back to time and time again to make for my family. It is one of the meals that they also suggest I make when I offer to cook the evening meal. I keep telling them it’s so simple and there’s really nothing to it but still they … Continue reading Sicilian Caponata with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes
A gentle and warming bowl of Kitchari is one of the best and most loving things you can give to yourself, in my opinion. Full of nutrients, it is easy to digest and every time I take my first spoonful, I am so glad I took the time to nourish myself. I feel as though … Continue reading Nourishing Kitchari
Soup season is officially here. Those days when all you crave for lunch is a bowl of soup to warm you through and the dark comes around all too quickly. Instead on focusing on the negatives, there are many things to celebrate that come with the cooler seasons. Those bright blue skies, fresh crisp air … Continue reading Rosemary Roasted Butternut Squash and Hemp Soup
I don’t think I have ever made a chunkier, crunchier and downright chai-ier granola in my life. This is hands down a new favourite when I’m after those satisfying big clusters. Let’s be honest, who doesn’t look through the freshly made batch to hunt out the biggest clusters and then devour them before anyone else … Continue reading Chai Spiced Walnut Granola
These cookies are next level cosiness. One of these with a cup of tea will put all your problems at bay for a moment, while you enjoy the most moreish cookie I think I’ve made to date. Unlike my Chocolate Chunk Cookies and my Chocolate Brownies, these Pumpkin Cinnamon Spiced Breakfast Cookies aren’t heavy on … Continue reading Pumpkin Cinnamon Spiced Breakfast Cookies