These pancakes are delicious, protein packed and low in fat. Like crepes they are delicious both as a savoury or sweet meal or snack. They are also pretty damn healthy given the taste they pack - this is thanks to their base of the naturally fat free quark cheese, a healthy almost yoghurt-like cheese. They … Continue reading Syrniki – aka Russian pancakes
These skewers make for a delicious barbeque or grilled main, and if you can plan ahead a few hours (or 24 hours if possible) of marinade makes the lamb fantastically tender and flavoursome. The marinade itself is a simple combination of salt and pepper, onion and vinegar. The acidity of the vinegar part cures the … Continue reading Russian Shashlik – Easy marinated lamb and halloumi skewers
Greek salad is full of intense flavours, and quick to throw together. Mixed in with some pasta, hot or cold, makes for a refreshing, healthy and filling but also super quick meal. The real winner here though, is combining the pasta with a delicious yoghurt dressing! Yoghurt is both rich and creamy, and much lower … Continue reading Quick one pot Greek pasta salad with healthy yoghurt dressing
This quick lunch salad brings you some flavours of the Caribbean to your lunch! It is easy to make the day before and keeps great in the fridge. Light and healthy, with fresh fruity overtones from the pineapple, it's sure to make your day better! For me, this recipe fits my life and health goals … Continue reading Avocado, pineapple and chicken salad-rice pot
This has to be my favourite salad combo for a while. It makes use of some strong flavours, that complement brilliantly! The only bit which takes more than a couple of minutes is cooking your eggs, I've baked mine this morning, with a touch of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt but you can … Continue reading Feta, rocket and egg salad, with and lime yoghurt dressing
Pizza is one of those foods with a near-universal approval. It's a simple formula, but with a huge range of variations - from the type and thickness of the dough, the method of cooking through to the most obvious differences, the toppings! I remember my first trip to Rome most fondly for the pizza - … Continue reading Super quick and healthy flat bread pizzas
Having recently been to both Cornwall and York (where one of the famous 'Betty's tea rooms' presides) I felt the need to indulge and making some scones. I'm a huge fan of both savoury cheese scones, and sweet fruit scones - so this versatile recipe, using a single basic batter, can easily be adapted for … Continue reading Cheeky little chappy scones – Quick recipe for cheese and olive, or citrus and fruit scones
Crunchy and salty, with sharp rocket, this salad is an all time winner for me. It's another salad ideal for for lunch, great on its own or with a crunchy piece of bread or a sliced and toasted bagel. We top off the salad with a small handful of raisins and nuts to give a … Continue reading Quick and easy rocket, tomato and feta ‘lunch box’ salad
A quick lunch idea here, great for using up left over dinner rice, and making a flavoursome crunchy and fresh lunch for work in just a couple of minutes! Recipe facts: Ease and time - takes 4 minutes, very easy Serves - 1 serving Calories - 450 calories Ingredients Half a cup of cooked rice, … Continue reading Wensleydale, tomato and rice ‘lunchbox’ salad
Given my heavy foraging of wild garlic recently, I've been working my way back through my spring time recipes and this one is an absolute favourite of mine. The fresh garlic gives a delicious aroma without leaving the pungent burn of a clove of garlic, and the vibrant green livens up any meal. The garlic … Continue reading Wild garlic and cashew pesto
Eggs on toast 