I cannot believe that even after a few months, there is only one baked granola recipe on Nourishing Amy (check it out here)… which is upsetting for me as it is something I always eat. I have to say, I have been lucky enough to be sampling a few store-bought varieties recently thanks to social … Continue reading Pistachio, Pumpkin Seed and Goldenberry Granola
It may now be September but we can definitely hold onto summer thoughts (or maybe wishes) for sunshine and warmth, can’t we? A girl can dream. For those days when the weather is warm enough for a cooling cup of iced tea, this is another great ‘recipe’ for a refreshing tipple. Similar to my Radiance … Continue reading Vitality Lemon Ginger and Baobab Iced Tea
Banging. That would be one word to describe this salad. A feast for the senses. That would be 5 more words to describe this salad. A rainbow bowlful of deliciousness. That would be 5 more words to describe this salad. Crunchy. Salty. Sweet. Tangy. Fresh. Zesty. Creamy. Colourful. That would be 8 more words to … Continue reading Crunchy Coconut Chickpea Kale Salad with Figs and Tahini Dressing
Let us all celebrate The Great British Bake Off 2018! What is a cup-scone I hear you ask? Very simply, it is a hybrid between a cupcake and a scone. When baking these little carrot cake bakes, I was a little dubious of the texture given the nature of coconut flour. The batter is very … Continue reading Carrot Cake Cup-Scones
‘chicken’ meet ‘nugget’ Aka tofu cubes meet a crunchy baked coating. These little bites got so much love on my social media story at the weekend and I am so excited to share them with you. I’m not usually one for ‘fake meats’ or ‘meat alternatives’. I love tofu, tempeh and seitan but when they’re … Continue reading Vegan Tofu Nuggets with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Asian flavours always make my heart sing and combine that with my adoration of cucumber and obsession with avocado and I’m bound to enjoy this dish. But I am pretty sure that you will, too. Homegrown cucumbers cannot be beat, my family grows them in greenhouses and I always look forward to visiting for the … Continue reading Spicy Ginger Cucumber Salad with Smoked Tofu
Hummus and chocolate are two of my favourite things. Now, who says you can’t have both at the same time? Not me, that’s for sure. Not already won over by the idea of sweet hummus? Well, read on… Reasons this needs to be made: It is utterly delicious. It satisfies your sweet chocolate tooth craving … Continue reading Chocolate and Tahini Hummus
I love a quinoa salad, and while I’m so pleased to see the world catching on to the little grain and its amazing qualities, there are way too many ‘superfood quinoa’ salads on restaurant menus for my liking. Each one promises to be packed with superfoods, but when I read the ingredients, they are always … Continue reading Mango Edamame Sesame and Tahini Quinoa
If you love ginger then we’re going to get along just fine. I had some girlfriends over recently and I wanted to make something new for dessert that wouldn’t be too heavy. I always go for chocolate-based after dinner treats, but thought to spice it up a bit this time. Not that there is anything … Continue reading Raw Ginger and Apricot Crunch Bars
Don’t you just love it when a few staple cupboard ingredients combine to create one delicious and flavoursome dish? This is exactly what happened when I was craving some hummus and fancied a change from my usual tahini blend. Upon devouring this hummus straight from the blender bowl, I realised I’d happily and accidentally created … Continue reading Smoked Red Pepper and Walnut Hummus
What a fiesta of a bowl! Pack in all the colours of the rainbow, all the different textures and all the best bits from Mexican and summer food into one joyful bowl. Plus, this delicious lunch or dinner dish can be served as part of a mezze of salads or at a BBQ as a … Continue reading Mexican Mango Salsa Bowl
I’d barely touched down in London and already I missed the eclectic and vibrant city that I got to know over my long girls’ weekend in Budapest. The Hungarian capital took my breath away; the tiny cobbled streets, the buzzing city vibe, the stunning architecture and the incredible food scene. Although Budapest is the capital … Continue reading A Nourishing Review: Budapest
There is one simple inspiration behind this meal: something I can eat easily that is soft on my teeth. A few days into my Invisalign teeth straightening journey, I was in quite a bit of pain and struggled to bite foods. I had never experience sensitive teeth before, nor dental work at all so it … Continue reading Tomato Spiced Sweet Potato Smash
August is the month for PATIENCE. “Living mindfully, and enjoying each moment to the fullest, requires patience. Only by learning to inhabit the moment, without brushing aside our current experience as we hurry through our to-do lists, can we live in total appreciation of life’s beauty. Instead of constantly striving to achieve everything in an … Continue reading Every Day Matters: August
What’s a coodle I hear you ask? Well, we’ve had zoodles or courgetti, so what to call a carrot noodle? A coodle, of course! I thought it was obvious anyway. This recipe makes the most of gorgeous carrot spirals without scrimping on those all important carbohydrates that make this a beautifully balanced meal. I chose … Continue reading Noodles and Coodles with Spicy Almond Satay
While I’ve been busy dreaming up new smoothie bowl combinations, I realised I hadn’t shared one of my everyday breakfasts. It’s a fuss-free smoothie bowl that I love for so many reasons: Berries – because they are my life. I have them every day! Buying the frozen variety makes them much cheaper (so I can … Continue reading Forest Fruit Berry and Coconut Smoothie Bowl
This is one smoothie bowl that’s sure to make your tummy rumble, your eyes shine bright and your smile stretch to your ears. Health meets indulgence. What could be better? After posting my Cacao Squash Smoothie Bowl, I knew I wanted to try the original and more common Sweet Potato Smoothie bowl. Yet, I didn’t … Continue reading Sweet Potato and Tahini Mousse
This is a smoothie for all the green-haters, who think that greens taste gross and are not breakfast worthy. To those haters, I say: try this Avocado and Kiwi Green Smoothie and then get a fresh perspective on your greens. I couldn’t think of a more delicious way to get your greens (unless they were … Continue reading Avocado and Kiwi Green Smoothie
Are we in for a treat today, or what? After the amazing feedback on these Raw Banoffee Boost Slices on Instagram, I had to share the recipe with you as soon as possible. These epic bars of pure bliss are simply delicious. They fall on the right side of healthy and indulgent (which side is … Continue reading Raw Banoffee Boost Slices
Hello avocado-lovers and welcome to Part II of my Nourishing Reviews Series: Avocado Toast Around London. If you haven't already read Part I then check that out here for more green goodness. Without further ado let's see who else has made my top Avo-licious dishes (scroll down for some avo-fun outside of London, too!). Lele’s, … Continue reading A Nourishing Review: Avocado Toast Around London, Part II
If you’re a tea lover like me, then you’ll appreciate this Radiance Iced Tea recipe. It couldn’t be simpler to make, and although it may take more time (it’s got to cool down!) than your normal warm cup of tea, it is definitely worth the wait. This wonderfully fresh alternative is great for the hot … Continue reading Radiance Iced Tea
Have you tried peanut butter flavoured protein powder? It’s a game changer, and I literally could inhale the entire bag on smell alone. I kindly received this Nutty Nutty Peanut Butter Protein Powder from That Protein for being shortlisted as the Best New and Noteworthy Blogger in the upcoming awards with the Health Bloggers Community … Continue reading Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies
Cherries, almonds, vanilla… it can only mean one thing: Cherry Bakewell. The sweet aromas of this Cherry Almond Bakewell Cake sing to the memories of my youth. As the smell spread throughout my kitchen I was transported back to school days, visiting friends houses and being offered one of these as a pre-dinner snack. Now, … Continue reading Cherry Almond Bakewell Cake
If you’ve ever been to brunch with me, or you’ve followed my Instagram stories and posts for that matter, you’ll know my go-to dish. Actually, it’s a given that this is what I’ll order whether it’s hot or cold, come rain or shine and no matter what time of day it is. Oh yes, I’m … Continue reading A Nourishing Review: Avocado Toast Around London, Part I
I have to admit, while cauliflowers may not be in season right now, I am still loving them and buying them quite frequently. I do try to eat seasonally as often as possible (bring me ALL the summer strawberries) but sometimes when a craving kicks in, you cannot ignore it. And surely there are worse … Continue reading Pistachio and Date Quinoa with Roasted Cauliflower
Hello! Welcome to a new favourite meal of mine. Why is it a new favourite, you ask? Well, it combines the much-loved but perhaps over-done chickpea-based falafel ball with my love for tofu. Enter: tofu balls. What is even better is the Spicy Tomato Sauce that they are served with. You may know I love … Continue reading Spicy Thai Style Tofu Balls with Spicy Tomato Sauce and Miso Caramelised Onions
If you need another recipe to show those blackening and squidgy bananas some love, then this one is for you. I can never walk past these lonely fruits, knowing they will probably end up in the bin just breaks my heart. The ripest ones are the sweetest after all and make for the best bakes, … Continue reading Berry Peanut Butter Muesli Bars
What a perfect way to celebrate this warmer weather than with a bowl of sunshine? As soon as it gets slightly sunny in the UK, the shorts come on, the legs are out and we are smeared in white sun cream. We sure know how to make the most of the sunshine – and this … Continue reading Turmeric and Maca Chia Pudding
Every country has its own cuisine, and what I love most about getting to know a new country is getting to know its cultural dishes and ingredients. I’ve never been to Egypt but I definitely want to go at some point, although I must admit the inspiration for this recipe came from the abundance of … Continue reading Egyptian Spiced Courgette and Butter Beans with Turmeric Dukkha
July’s monthly theme: FRIENDSHIP. “The bonds that our early ancestors formed were essential to humankind’s survival, enabling them to build communities that protected and nourished. Like birds flying in formation, even today we humans still find strength in numbers, relying on one another for support and guidance. Friendship provides a means to care for others … Continue reading Every Day Matters: July
For any breakfast lover, it is only a matter of time before you make your own granola. I love making my own oat-based cereal, as you can be as inventive as you like with flavours or keep it super simple like my classic Granola recipe. Even though it isn’t difficult, sometimes you don’t want to … Continue reading Cacao and Maca Raw Nola
I’ve called this a variation on Mac n Cheese, but my comforting pasta dish is a far cry from the butter and cheese laden dish. Over the years, I have tried, tasted and read about numerous cheese-free cheese sauces. The initial ones I made weren’t too spectacular, but it only made me more determined to … Continue reading Butternut Squash Mac n Cheezey Greens with Cheezey Hemp Sprinkle
As a happy two-month blog-iversay to Nourishing Amy, I have a special treat for all of you... Coconut and Cacao Donuts with Chocolate Coconut Glaze. I always say to eat more hole-foods! Donuts fit the bill perfectly. Joking aside, I am super proud of these ‘un-bakes’ and I am not afraid to say so. I, … Continue reading Coconut and Cacao Donuts
These are the family favourite. Hands down. I know there’s a plethora of chocolate chip cookies out there, but this one never claims to be a chocolate chip cookie. Instead, it’s more robust, hearty and chunky. It uses chopped chocolate for a rugged cookie, and the oats add that comforting ‘homely’ familiarity to them. You … Continue reading Chocolate Chunk Oat Cookies
Soup: the answer to so many of our health – physical and mental – questions. Feeling under the weather and tired? There’s a soup that will lift your spirits. Feeling achey with a sore throat and headache? There’s a soup that will soothe you. Feeling a bit sorry for yourself after a long day? There’s … Continue reading Mint and Garlic Creamy Gazpacho
My oh my are we in for a treat today! My good friend over at BlueberrySmiles and I have finally gotten around to collaborating on a little guest post for you. I am a huge fan of Celine’s food and her photography too, in fact she inspires me a lot (and she may not even … Continue reading Guest Post: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
AKA Easter Bunny Tails. Alas, Easter is but a distant memory and so is all the chocolate we received. But, fear not, for these beautiful little bliss balls make a delicious snack or sweet treat all year round, and as you can see their name is pretty adaptable. This is a recipe I initially created … Continue reading Chocolate Coated Coconut Bliss Balls
It may be summer, but here in England, the cold and grey days are still around and there are times when the sun never seems to have his hat on. That said, I could eat this Lightly Spiced Quinoa and Black-Eyed Bean Stew even on the hottest of days, especially if allowed to cool down … Continue reading Lightly Spiced Quinoa and Black-Eyed Bean Stew
The one thing that has been on me to-make list recently has been a sweet potato smoothie bowl, but then I thought “why is it taking me so long to make something so simple?” I always have sweet potatoes in the house, but perhaps I was holding out because I knew I would think of … Continue reading Cacao Squash Smoothie Bowl
Believe it or not, my recent trip to Cardiff was the first time I stepped foot inside the gorgeously lush landscape of Wales. Filled with lovely accents, friendly faces and the most delicious Welsh Cakes fresh from the bakery, my visit to Cardiff was everything I could have wished for, and more. I was lucky … Continue reading A Nourishing Review: Cardiff
Who doesn’t love Mexican food? I am a huge fan and love experimenting with different flavours, combinations and different styles of Mexican cuisine. I’ve got my Mexican Feast Buddha Bowl recipe, but I also love fajitas, burritos and simple Mexican fried veggies with guac. What could be better? Smokey spiced vegetables and beans, served with … Continue reading Paprika Baked Bean Tacos
What isn’t to love about a flatbread? Sturdy enough to hold your favourite fillings, but not quite as stodgy as some bread. They’re the perfect sandwich alternative. But that’s not it. I also enjoy these flatbread instead of tortilla wraps and pittas, or alongside crudités and hummus, the possibilities are endless. As well as being … Continue reading Easy Fluffy Flatbread
It’s now my second opportunity to share with you my monthly inspirational theme: Perspective. “As we approach the mid-point of the year, it’s a good time to pause and evaluate how we’ve been looking at the world. Our perspective is key in shaping our experience of life, whether positively or negatively. A balanced perspective helps … Continue reading Every Day Matters: June
2018 has been the year I fell in love with Tempeh. Truly, madly, deeply. On my journey to veganism, I travelled through a ‘raw diet’ stage, a ‘superfood healthy’ stage and a focus on consuming next to no ‘processed foods’. Now, while I still incorporate all factors into my day to day eating, I have … Continue reading Bacon Bits Tempeh Kale & Lentil Salad w/ a Creamy Turmeric dressing
This is my first (of many, I hope) Nourishing Interviews, where I talk with a fellow food blogger, inspirational individual or just a really cool friend to let you in on their stories. This first post with Emma from the gorgeous Fruits and Routes isn't so much an interview as it is Emma's exploration of … Continue reading A Nourishing Interview: Fruits and Routes
Let me introduce this post with the biggest, most truthful and heartfelt thank YOU. It has been exactly one month since I launched Nourishing Amy and I continue to be bowled over by your support, kind words and your dedication to read what I have to say. I cannot describe the elation I feel every … Continue reading Attitude of Gratitude
This tastes like summer in a glass to me – light, refreshing and so juicy thanks to the abundance of berries. The coconut water makes the smoothie even fresher, while adding a bit more flavour and summery vibes. I love adding some baobab to morning smoothies as they add a real zing that really wakens … Continue reading A Refreshing Coconut Berry Smoothie
This recipe comes with a warning: once you start, you can’t stop. Have you made your own peanut butter? So many people, my former self included, are intimated by the process, fearing it to be far too complicated/time-consuming/difficult/easier to buy in the store. But I am here to change all that. Not only is it … Continue reading Chocolate Chai Peanut Butter
Over my instagramming days, I have shared quite a few pancake pictures with you so it seems well overdue that I give back to you with a recipe. From chocolatey-rich indulgent plates to a towering berry and coconut stack to refreshing orange and yoghurt topped pancake spirals, these brunch delights have always been well received … Continue reading Fluffy Spelt Pancakes
Welcome to my new favourite way to cook rice. There’s no fancy techniques involved, no expensive equipment just some plain old white rice and coconut milk. Now, I may well be late to the coconut rice game, but I’ve always found the options on restaurant menus of ‘sticky coconut rice’ less than appealing. I always … Continue reading Coconut Rice w/ Greens and Spicy Sesame Sauce
How do we feed and nourish our bodies? In order to achieve a healthy and long-lasting relationship with food we also need to have a positive image of, and about, our body. There’s no point focusing all our energy on eating ‘well’ if we are then only to berate ourselves for all of our faults. … Continue reading Dancing With Balance
You can thank me later for this one. Indulgent, rich, gooey bites of chocolate-y goodness filled with crunch, chewy dried fruits and topped with a layer of cacao nibs, these are not for the faint-hearted. Although, if you chop them small enough, then you can just have more! I first made these on a whim … Continue reading Fudgey Rocky Road Tiffins
What’s your favourite way to start the morning? Everyone has their own little routine: some go for a run (those crazy people!), others crave a caffeine fix and some people will, without fail, always be rushed. I am none of the above. I like to start my day with some meditation and yoga, green tea … Continue reading Apple and Apricot Ginger Bircher Muesli
Zurich, Switzerland, is like no other place I’ve ever visited, from the moment I landed, everything seemed to flow seamlessly. It ‘worked’. It’s hard to put into words this feeling of events aligning, meandering from one occasion to the next, but trust me on this one. From touch down to passport control and to finding … Continue reading A Nourishing Review: Zurich
It’s the fourth and final post in my Butternut Squash Series and I am excited to share this last one with you. This meal was actually a spur of the moment dish, as I wasn’t ‘feeling’ my original stuffed squash recipe, so although it may seem like a bit of a random combination, it works … Continue reading Ratatouille Stuffed Butternut Squash w/ a Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
My love for butternut squash is strong, as you will have noticed, this being my third post in the Butternut Squash Series. This may be my favourite of the meals so far, but there’s still one more post to go so the jury is still out. While I am again roasting chunks of squash today, … Continue reading Smokey Butternut Squash, Maple-Balsamic Sprouts and Quinoa Bowl
Did you roast some extra butternut squash while making my Roasted Squash and Kale Slaw Salad w/ Buckwheat and Lemon Miso Dressing? If yes, then great minds think alike, and this recipe will come together much more quickly. If not, then do not fear, this is still a simple recipe that delivers on big flavours…. … Continue reading Butternut Squash Macro Power Bowl
When you’re cooking for one, you either become incredibly bored with eating the same thing on repeat, or you become inventive with how to use leftovers. Or better yet, how to meal prep and plan in advance when you’ll use that other ¼ of a butternut squash. I have become the latter. I love being … Continue reading Roasted Squash and Kale Slaw Salad w/ Buckwheat and Lemon Miso Dressing
Who doesn’t love a good scone? I was kindly asked by Coconut Merchant to develop a recipe to celebrate the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, something to celebrate what Britain has to offer. What better way to show British pride than with a delicious, soft-crumbed and crunchy sugary topped scone! I combined the … Continue reading Coconut and Raisin Scones w/ Coconut Whipped Cream & Coconut Jam
This is one of those unusual salad combinations that will play on your mind for a while until you make it. Then you’ll savour each mouthful and before you know it, you’ve wiped the bowl clean and you wish you had more. So then you’ll dream about the pears with tamari again until you just … Continue reading Tamari roasted Cauliflower and Pear Wild Rice Salad
This is my first opportunity to share with you, in length, my inspirational theme of the month as encouraged by my “Every Day Matters” 2018 diary. Each month I have shared the monthly theme on my Instagram story, as well as talking about it and offering my interpretation within my posts. Seeing as Nourishing Amy … Continue reading Every Day Matters: May
When life gives you lemons... make lemon drizzle cake. You’ll only need 3 of these beautifully yellow balls of sunshine to make this recipe, and the zingy-sweet cake plays on your taste buds (and on your mind) for long after the cake has gone. In fact, I made this cake for a recent potluck style … Continue reading Lemon Drizzle Cake w/ Homemade Candied Peel
I first dreamt of this recipe at a time where it was meteorically spring yet the cold winter weather persisted, which sounds like England all over. My body didn’t know what it wanted to eat. Was I to celebrate the arrival of spring with lighter, fresher dishes or still cling to the warming, comforting nature … Continue reading Roasted Roots Lentil Quinoa Salad w/ Mustard-Coconut Vinaigrette
A sage woman once said “Just Do It”. No, I’m not talking about anything to do with Nike, but rather my first interaction with Welltodo founder, Lauren Armes. It was April 2017 and I was experiencing my first ever Health Bloggers Community event at The Hoxton, London. I remember feeling so overwhelmed and out of … Continue reading Just Do It
Sounds like an oxymoron doesn’t it? But no, after all the ‘cheese-free’ cheeses, the ‘milk-free’ milks and the chilli-non-carnes, there is another vegan saviour to take centre stage: vegan egg-mayonnaise. I’ve never been a fan of egg-mayo sandwiches. As a child, the thought of boiled eggs, mashed up with mayonnaise repulsed me and the smell?! … Continue reading Egg-less Egg-Mayo
So, we’ve had kale crisps, sweet potato crisps and mixed bags of vegetable crisps for a while now, so welcome to your new favourite: Cauliflower Leaf Crisps! I am so happy with this recipe for a few reasons: Waste not want not – unless you have a rabbit, people tend to throw the leaves away. … Continue reading Cauliflower Leaf Crisps
Why is this called a smoothie juice? What makes this pear so prickly? To answer question 1 – this drink isn’t quite thick enough to be classed as a full-on smoothie due to a lack of milk or thickener. Yet, it’s thicker than a juice, and no juicer is involved. You see the dilemma? To … Continue reading Prickly Pear Smoothie Juice
Everyone has their go-to green smoothie, and I am under no false impression that there aren’t already millions of superfood packed green smoothies, promising us to feel and look great. However, I am adding another one to the mix. This celebrates my love for all foods green, while still being sweet enough to not taste … Continue reading Baobab-Birch Bliss Green Smoothie Bowl
Sashimi rollin’ they hatin’…. Another food-based pun. I do apologise, but that won’t stop me! I’m only just getting started. On this sushi note, who doesn’t love a good nori roll? Well, my family to start with. They have never been fans, so this is something I have had to enjoy by myself or with … Continue reading Rainbow Sushi bowl with Apricot Kernel Satay Sauce
A food blog wouldn’t be a food blog without at least one granola recipe, so here is my first (of many) offering to you all. This is my go-to recipe when I don’t have any fancy ingredients in the house and want to make a simple, nutritious and delicious breakfast cereal – but don’t limit … Continue reading My Everything Granola
Why is this called ‘ULTIMATE’? I know that is quite a claim, but this is hands-down the best banana bread recipe I have made, come across and eaten. Over the years I have tried and tested numerous banana breads, each claiming to be the best, so now I am throwing my own into the mix. … Continue reading Ultimate Banana Bread
