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Almond Croissant Baked Oats

Almond Croissant Baked Oats

I’ve been making these almond croissant baked oats on rotation recently and I can’t seem to get enough. High in protein and fibre, they make a great balanced breakfast that also happens to taste like a dessert. Great for meal prep on busy weeks. Why I love making this almond croissant baked oats recipe: I’ve always had a major sweet tooth, so it’s no surprise that I’m a major fan of the concept of "dessert for breakfast". In this instance, I’m taking the rich, nutty, buttery flavours of a French bakery staple, the almond croissant, and turning it into a healthy, meal-prep-friendly baked oats. I could eat porridge everyday, but some days I do fancy a change. Instead of traditional [...]

Nadia2026-07-01T14:06:03+01:00July 1, 2026|Breakfasts, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, Porridge, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe (Healthier)

Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe (Healthier)

A healthier and lighter pistachio ice cream recipe made with only 4 simple ingredients and you don’t even need an ice cream machine to make it! Packed with 10g protein per serving and an easy way to get some extra probiotics into your daily diet. Why I love making this pistachio ice cream recipe: I grew up eating pistachios and pistachio flavoured desserts like Baklava, Knafeh and Mannasama. In fact pistachios are incorporated in some form or another in most of the Middle Eastern and north African desserts. They’re even added to savoury rice dishes, that’s how important and appreciated the pistachio nut is to us. So it’s no surprise that I love any and all pistachio based desserts. I’ve [...]

Nadia2026-07-01T12:34:16+01:00June 29, 2026|Desserts, Ice Cream, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Mango Chia Seed Pudding

Mango Chia Seed Pudding

A delicious breakfast that's packed with protein. This Mango Chia Seed Pudding is great to prepare ahead of time for a fuss-free breakfast that you can also take with you on-the-go on busy mornings. Chia pudding is such a versatile breakfast. You can customise it with various ingredients like fruits, nuts, seeds, spices, sweeteners, and flavourings to suit your taste preferences. The flavour combination possibilities are endless, meaning you can make a different variation every day without getting bored of it. My current favourite flavour combination for breakfast is mango and coconut. Even though we'll shortly be heading into winter and the cold weather is slowly creeping in, I'm still craving cold, refreshing and vibrant breakfasts. If anything they brighten [...]

Nadia2026-06-24T12:20:02+01:00June 24, 2026|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Overnight Oats, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|13 Comments

Halloumi and Pomegranate Salad

Halloumi and Pomegranate Salad

This vibrant Halloumi and Pomegranate Salad brings together warm, chilli-honey glazed halloumi with a sweet-tart pop of fresh pomegranate seeds, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers. Tossed in a velvety pomegranate-almond dressing, it is the perfect example of how you can make a hearty salad that’s as delicious as it is satisfying. Why I love making this halloumi and pomegranate salad: One of the biggest challenges when serving a salad as a main meal is ensuring it is hearty enough to keep you full, but also tasty enough to keep you satisfied. While grilled chicken or salmon are the common go-to protein options to add to a salad, I actually prefer using halloumi. It's hearty, easy to cook and you [...]

Nadia2026-06-24T12:36:16+01:00June 16, 2026|Gluten Free, Main Meals, Salads, Side dishes, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Tiramisu Overnight Oats

Tiramisu Overnight Oats

This tiramisu overnight oats tastes like a decadent dessert but functions as a nourishing, power-packed breakfast rich in protein, fibre, and antioxidants. It’s the ultimate prep-ahead meal that can easily be adjusted to your likes and dietary preferences. Why I love making this tiramisu overnight oats: I'm a huge coffee fan - I absolutely love the taste of coffee and the aroma it fills the kitchen with. It's one of my favourite scents (think the smell you're hit with when you walk into a cafe). However, coffee doesn't love me back. It leaves me feeling jittery, on edge and heightens my anxiety. It gives me nervous energy instead of making me feeling awake and alert. That won't stop me from [...]

Nadia2026-06-15T22:02:38+01:00June 15, 2026|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Overnight Oats, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Beef and Bean Stew

Beef and Bean Stew

This slow-simmered beef and bean stew is the ultimate low-maintenance, high-reward comfort food, heavily inspired by the traditional Iraqi Fasolia I grew up eating. While it asks for a patient three-hour simmer, the reward is a nutritional powerhouse packing 33g of protein and 8g of fibre per serving. It's the perfect, freezer-friendly meal prep to warm your soul and fuel your busy week. Beyond its incredible ease and soothing warmth, this stew bridges two worlds: the rich, aromatic tapestry of Middle Eastern heritage and the modern need for practical, high-protein, nutrient-dense meal prep. Why I love making this beef and bean stew: Growing up in Iraq, the scent of Fasolia wafting through the house was the universal signal [...]

Nadia2026-06-10T11:56:11+01:00June 8, 2026|Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Protein recipes, Rice|0 Comments

Paneer Korma

Paneer Korma

This paneer korma is perfect for when you want something deeply comforting, rich, and flavourful. Something that feels like a treat, but you also want it to be healthy, packed with nutrients, and, most importantly, fast! While traditional kormas are famous for their slow-simmered complex nut pastes, there is a brilliant way to capture that exact same velvety, aromatic magic in a fraction of the time. By combining the rich, satisfying texture of paneer with a vibrant rainbow of fresh vegetables and a perfectly balanced cream sauce, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes. Why I think this paneer korma tastes absolutely incredible: At its core, a great korma is all about balance. It shouldn't just be [...]

Nadia2026-06-10T12:54:47+01:00June 2, 2026|Curry, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Oat and Date Cookies

Oat and Date Cookies

If you’re looking for a wholesome snack that satisfies your sweet tooth without the inevitable sugar crash, look no further than these oat and date cookies. By combining just three simple, whole-food ingredients you can create a delightfully chewy cookie that relies entirely on nature's caramel for its sweetness. No refined sugar required. Perfect for a quick adult energy boost or a safe, delicious treat for a toddler with dairy and egg allergies. Would you believe me if I told you you can create a rich, chewy, deeply satisfying cookie using absolutely no refined sugar, flour, butter, or eggs? Some would probably laugh me out of the kitchen. But modern snacking has evolved. A lot of us aren't willing to [...]

Nadia2026-06-13T11:18:24+01:00June 1, 2026|Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|17 Comments

Vegan Crème Brûlée

Vegan Crème Brûlée

This 4-ingredient vegan crème brûlée strips away the stressful water baths and fussy egg techniques of the classic recipe, giving you a flawlessly rich, velvet custard with that signature glass-like shatter. It is the ultimate dairy-free culinary hack - perfectly portioned for a solitary moment of self-care, yet seamlessly scalable for your next dinner party. I'm all for single serve desserts. I live with my partner who doesn't have much of a sweet tooth, so whenever I make sweet treats (which I do a lot!), I find that I'm the only person eating them. It doesn't help that I can't have big meals/portions of anything because it triggers my IBS and I don't like wasting food. That's where single serve [...]

Nadia2026-06-09T19:13:02+01:00June 1, 2026|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Kefir Chia Pudding

Kefir Chia Pudding

Forget boring, uninspiring breakfasts that leave you reaching for a snack by mid-morning. This Kefir Chia Pudding is a luxurious, dessert-like treat packed with gut-loving probiotics, high-quality collagen protein, and a generous dose of fibre. It takes a few minutes of prep the night before, making it the ultimate grab-and-go meal prep champion for busy mornings. Get ready to transform your AM routine with a vibrant blend of tart raspberries, rich peanut butter, and decadent dark chocolate. Kefir chia pudding - dessert for breakfast: The base of the pudding relies on kefir, a fermented milk drink. If you’ve never had kefir, think of it as a pourable, slightly effervescent yogurt. It has a distinct, pleasant tanginess and a subtle brightness [...]