This simple salad looks beautiful, packs a punch of flavour, and is incredibly nutritious! The beetroot is the star here - it's colour, texture and flavour permeates the whole dish. A simple dressing and the classic sour-but-sweet crunch of gherkins add a great contrast, all on an earthy bed of root veg. Beetroot is also … Continue reading Russian vinegret or Beetroot salad – Healthy and delicious
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
This one pot, no fuss, healthy, rich and earthy chilli is, without a doubt, a crowd pleaser. If you hold off the sour cream and cheese to serve it's also a delicious vegan meal! It's certainly something I love to make, and I have a few variations depending on what ingredients I've got around the … Continue reading Mushroom and bean chilli
These crispy mushrooms are easy to prep, super healthy, absolutely delicious to eat and the texture is awesome. As a vegan staple they're delicious, and this recipe can be made vegan, soy-free, or with fish sauce for a classic Thai flavour. Mushrooms are an all time favourite of mine, as you can probably tell if … Continue reading Quick and healthy crispy baked mushrooms
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
Eggs on toast 