Eat food you love that loves you back
Looking out of the window as I write, it’s hard to believe it’s Spring. The rain is hammering down, blown into the window by the ferocious wind and it’s so dull outside I need the lights on inside, even midday. Even though the rain is still needed, it’s pretty miserable! It’s days like this I like to eat food that reminds me the sun will shine again . This lovely salad does just that. Continue reading “Broad bean and sun-dried tomato salad”
Hummus is still my number one go-to lunch time ingredient. I love it on toast, in wraps, with salads or on baked potatoes. Or just as a lovely dip to coat crunchy veggies with. And even though I do love it so, it is good to jazz it up from time to time. Continue reading “Roasted squash and harissa hummus”
“Now I’m plant-based, I get really stuck with what to put in a sandwich.” Does this sound familiar? I get sent a lot of messages about this or it comes up in conversations with my nutrition clinic clients. And of course, no matter how much you love hummus (and I do love hummus!), you don’t necessarily want it every day, and neither does your microbiome. Those friendly bacteria that hang out in the gut love a bit of variety; the same thing every day can make them fade not flourish. Continue reading “Smoky tofu slices”
One of the most common questions I get asked by people trying to move to a more whole-food plant-based diet is “What do I have for lunch?”. It’s particularly challenging for people who are avoiding gluten due to an intolerance or chronic health problem. It’s not so easy to rely on a sandwich or other bread option. Continue reading “Wholesome rice salad”
Autumn is definitely here. Crisp mornings with air that tingles the end of your nose, leaves turning an array of colours before they drop to the ground in a pile ready to be jump in. Or, more sadly, stormy grey days with enough rain to send you into the back of the cupboard to hunt out the wellies. But whatever the weather, autumn is also time for thick, soul-soothing soup. Continue reading “Sweet potato and bean soup”
Figs are a fruit I used to despise! But I vividly remember the day I changed my mind. We were on a family holiday in the Algarve and the owner of the villa brought us a plate of freshly picked figs from their tree. I wouldn’t try them. But after the others exclaimed how delicious they were I couldn’t resist just a little try. Which turned into enjoying a feast of figs – they were truly amazing! Continue reading “Warm roasted fig and rocket salad”