Double plant-protein in this deliciously comforting hug-in-a-bowl! Chickpeas give chunky texture, while red lentils help thicken the hearty soup.
…Tomato Chickpea Soup
Mint Choc Chip Smoothie
This mint choc chip smoothie is a great way to get green goodness in your belly, and if your garden is anything like mine, it’s bursting with fresh mint and leafy greens. Cool sweetness comes from frozen banana, alongside a little coconut milk for that smooth, filling creaminess. I still get a kick out of seeing the kids drink these smoothies, knowing how many fresh green goodies they’re getting.
…Zucchini Pesto Fritters
Quite possibly the easiest fritters ever. These little cuties have only have five ingredients – and two of those are water & salt! Super quick & simple to make, they’re a great way to get more greens in your belly and liven up your brunch game. No eggs, no dairy, no gluten…which means the zucchini & pesto really get a chance to shine.
…Mini Maple Macaroons
Light, sweet and ever so slightly chewy, these lil treats are super fast and easy to make. Like thumbprint cookies crossed with macaroons, they’re made with only a handful of ingredients, including coconut, a little maple, coconut milk & brown rice flour. I love the simple, imperfect, rustic nature of them, how the dough is dolloped onto the baking tray & a little jam or a fresh berry is popped on top.
…Banana Nut Butter Pancakes (vegan)
Here in New Zealand, we’d probably call these pikelets, since they’re slightly smaller & denser than flat thin pancakes, but whatever the label, they’re 100% delicious!
…Double Tahini Caramel Chocolates
Warning: these will call to you from the freezer, like a raw, ridiculously healthy choir. Soft, melt-in-your-mouth goodness, made with only a handful of nutrient-dense ingredients. Nothing complicated here, all you need is a mixing bowl or two….
Simple Silly Snacks For Kids
When your kids ask for a treat but you don’t want to fill them up with empty calories, try these quick & easy ideas. Even better, get them involved with creating them too! Here’s a small gallery of fun feast suggestions, ideal for little hands & tummies….
Cashew Lemon Tahini Dressing
This is on high-rotate in our kitchen right now. Creamy, tangy & smooth, this dressing is gorgeous on a crisp salad, but my favourite is pouring it liberally over roast vegetables. Cashews form a creamy, protein-kick base, while the zingy lemon cuts through and perfectly complements the rich tahini. Nutritional yeast adds a seriously savoury element….
Tofu Scramble Spiked with Lemon & Coriander
Savoury and satisfying, pile this onto hearty gluten-free toast for a deliciously nourishing brunch. Handfuls of mung bean sprouts and toasted sunflower seeds ramp up the protein, the cumin & turmeric are wonderfully warming, and the lemon gives a welcome pop of flavour. …
Quinoa Sushi with Ginger & Tahini
As much as I adore brown rice sushi, quinoa is has become a real favourite – it’s lighter, plus it’s packed with protein & all nine essential amino acids. This recipe seasons the quinoa with tahini, fresh ginger & lemon juice, which not only helps to hold it together nicely, it also delivers a pleasing, zingy backdrop to your sushi filling. It’s unusual, but sheesh, it works. Fresh apple is my secret wow ingredient. It adds a snappy freshness to the roll, a lovely sweet-ish complement to the salty tamari & tangy ginger….