Recipes

Seed Loaf

Why would you bake a seed loaf when there are so many great options at the store you ask? Once you have baked this loaf, you will NEVER feel the same about your store bought gluten free loaf…. some of them come close but there is NOTHING like a home baked loaf. Versatile to toast…

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Weekend Rest & Recovery Slice

For me, the weekends are for recharging and recovering from the demands of the week. Many of us lead busy lives with fitting in exercise either before or after a day’s full of work, as well as running a busy household. I am dedicating this slice to my fellow gym-going, inspirational superhumans who are consistently…

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Orange and Almond Buckwheat Muffins

Buckwheat is a nutrient-rich, gluten-free plant source, which may boost heart health, reduce blood pressure, and help manage diabetes. It can also help improve digestion and strengthen the immune system. Its impressive range of proteins, minerals, and antioxidants help in skin and hair health, elimination of gallstones, protection from asthma attacks, and relief from constipation and other intestinal conditions. Buckwheat,…

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Winter Berry Crumble

This gluten-free gut loving tray of wholesome goodness is the perfect winter treat to enjoy on a cool evening with a cup of tea and a blanket. The essential winter comfort treat. You can use your favourite mix of berries. I’ve used a combination of fresh strawberries and frozen organic berries. The crumble has the…

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Eggplant and Chickpea Curry

This mildly spiced, easy, eggplant spinach & chickpea curry is on the menu on repeat in autumn. It’s a one pot dinner so no fussing about with more pans. It is mildly spiced for the sake of my daughter but you can add more heat if you wish. A finely chopped green chilli added when…

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Vegetarian Chilli

Ahhh Autumn. The colour of the landscape starts to change as the leaves get ready to fall. The duration of daylight becomes noticeably shorter and the temperature cools considerably. And, in the kitchen I start to look for more comforting warm and satisfying meals. One of our favourites for the cooler weather is Vegetarian Chilli.…

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Grain Free Chocolate Zucchini Brownies

The school holidays are the perfect time to get in the kitchen with the kids and get creative. And we all know how hungry the kids are during the holidays! These chocolate brownies have been a hit in our house this weekend. Slightly tweaked recipe from previous brownies and it has taken a bit of…

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BLACK BEAN BROWNIES

These easy vegan black bean brownies are made in less than thirty minutes, are gluten free, paleo, deliciously fudgy, and made with simple ingredients. Let’s talk about some of the ingredients in this brownie. Black beans are full of fibre + protein, Almond butter includes healthy fat + protein and Almond meal is a good…

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GRAIN FREE VEGAN ALMOND COOKIES

Everyone loves a cookie (or two). That morning coffee indulgence, or 3pm (or even midnight) snack. These cookies are packed full of almonds. And with the added Tahini which is also rich in healthy fats, amino acids as well as essential vitamins and minerals. Tahini is packed full of all the goodness as well as…

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Moist and Decadent Vegan Chocolate Cake

This cake is the moistest most decadent chocolate cake you will ever eat. There is nothing healthy about this cake – I think if you want to have chocolate cake then you should have chocolate cake! I am replacing our family chocolate cake recipe with this one – it will be at every birthday party…

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Healthy Thai Green Curry

I NEVER want my clients eating a boring, monotonous diet. Eating the same mundane food day in and day out is only going to intensify those cravings and lead you back to square one. Life is about flavour. It’s about enjoying your meals. This Thai Green Curry recipe is a great way to spice up your…

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Chocolate Chia Pudding

Another Chia Pudding? Funny that because about 5 years ago many of us would not have even heard of Chia. And yet, everywhere we look there it is. In breads, cereals even ready to buy as a pudding on the supermarket shelves. There is a reason why Holistic Nutritionists recommend this super seed to be…

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Cauliflower Mash

I had the most delicious crispy roast potatoes with dinner last night (maybe a few too many) and a gorgeous open sourdough cafe lunch today (you know those mammoth slices of sourdough) so was feeling like a lighter option as a side dish this evening. Enter my super easy and delicious Cauliflower Mash. And, Cauliflowers…

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Family Mealtime Beef Ragu

In an age when schedules are at their busiest, family mealtimes seem to have taken backstage. Here are a few reasons why family mealtimes should make a comeback. Family mealtimes mean better family relationships Family meals lead to healthier food choices Eating as a family leads to better grades Family dinners are a chance to…

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