This Lemon Tahini Rainbow Chard with brown lentils has a lovely earthy taste. Read More
Lemon Tahini Rainbow Chard
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Glutenfree Glory Bowl
This Glutenfree Glory Bowl is super healthy and super delicious. It’s meatless, gluten-free and jam-packed with goodness. This is a great way of getting your nutrients in. This bowl is packed with healthy veggies like beets, carrots and bok choy and nutrient-dense ingredients like almonds, sesame seeds, brown rice noodles, and apple cider vinegar. This Glutenfree Glory Bowl is inspired by one of the dishes they serve at my favorite beach spot Aloha Beach in Wijk aan Zee.Read More
Za’atar Spiced Kale Chips
These Za’atar Spiced Kale Chips are sweet, salty and delicious. They are a healthy snack option if you are craving a crunchy nibble. You can enjoy them anytime guilt-free! I usually make my kale chips with some Indian inspired spices but this time I added some Middle Eastern flair to it. I love the flavours of the Middle East and they go so well with these kale chips. What I love most about these Za’atar Spiced Kale Chips is that you can still taste the different herbs and spices. Tthey are bitter, crunchy, spicy, salty and sweet all at the same time.Read More
Roasted Eggplant Pomegranate Dip
This Roasted Eggplant Pomegranate Dip is absolutely delicious. It has a refreshing summer flavour. Recently I got inspired to cook more Middle Eastern-style food by Ottolenghi’s amazing cookbook Plenty. I love everything eggplant, especially when roasted or grilled. That lovely soft, buttery texture and that beautiful smoky, sweet flavour. I love the combination of flavours in this Roasted Eggplant Pomegranate Dip. It’s great with a simple green salad or some fresh home-made bread. Read More
Chunky Monkey Energy Bars
These Chunky Monkey Energy Bars taste just like the ice cream with banana, cacoa and walnuts but they are so much healthier. They give you just that little bit of extra energy when you need it and make a great pre-exercise snack. They are a great snack in between my yoga classes. These Chunky Monkey Energy Bars are also easily digestible but high in nutrients that can help fuel your performance. Read More
Super Antioxidant Smoothie
This Super Antioxidant Smoothie with swiss chard and pear is the best way to start your day. Swiss Chard is one of the most nutritious vegetables around. wiss Chard is perhaps most celebrated for its high variety of antioxidants. Researchers have found at least three dozen of antioxidants in Swiss Chard, much higher than most vegetables, that help combat oxidative stress. Antioxidants are your best defense against fighting the stresses of our daily living environment and therefore crucial for your health. Read More
Roasted Red Beet Hummus
This Roasted Red Beet Hummus is inspired by a birthday party I went to last weekend. My friend loves beet hummus and he had a really yummy store-bought red beet hummus on the dinner table. As I love all my foods fresh and I avoid packaged foods as much as I can, I thought I’d try to recreate my own recipe with fresh roasted beets and herbs. The store-bought one is pretty good but I am pretty sure ‘I beet it’ with this recipe (pun intended). Read More
Quinoa Zucchini Raisin Salad
This Quinoa Zucchini Raisin Salad is light and refreshing. It has only a few ingredients and it’s very quick and easy to make. You’ll have it on your table in less than twenty minutes. I love the fresh and clean flavours of the raw crispy zucchini, fresh herbs and lemon-honey dressing. The lemon juice and zest infuse the whole dish with a wonderful tangy flavor. The honey and succulent raisins add a beautiful sweetness. If you are looking for a light and easy-to-digest meal, this Quinoa Zucchini Raisin Salad is the perfect dish for you. It’s great for lunch or to bring along on a picnic. Read More
Apple Banana Cinnamon Cereal
This Apple Banana Cinnamon cereal is a tasty and easy to make breakfast which I prepare when I have run out of ingredients to make my morning smoothie or need a hearty, tasty breakfast. It is quick to make and it is a nutritious, balanced meal. Most ingredients are raw except for the quinoa. It’s gluten-free. but you can use alternatives to quinoa like oats or amaranth.Read More