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Blended Matcha Overnight Oats

Blended Matcha Overnight Oats

*This post is Sponsored by Very* January is widely considered to be the wellness month of the year. From setting New Years resolutions, following ‘cleanse’ diets, cutting out booze for dry January or setting a goal to eat less animal products for Veganuary. So many of us embark on a mission to improve our health, well-being and start the year the right way. The only problem is, for many, once January is over it’s more difficult to keep the momentum going. ‘Wellness fatigue’ kicks in and sticking to a healthy lifestyle becomes more difficult, tedious and seems to require a lot more effort. You’ve probably heard the phrase ‘it’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle’ a lot, but it’s true! [...]

Nadia2022-08-27T19:15:51+01:00February 16, 2022|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Overnight Oats, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Cookie Dough Hearts

Cookie Dough Hearts

Need a quick and easy treat for Valentine’s Day? Try these super easy cookie dough hearts! Healthier cookie dough encased in a decadent dark chocolate shell, oh and they're shaped like hearts! Can' think of a cuter way to show a loved one how much you care. I'm all about balance when it comes to my diet - eating healthy most of the time, but also enjoying an indulgent treat every now and then. But I also think if you can make a dessert healthier, why not? Especially if there is no compromise on taste. I made the cookie dough using 5 main simple ingredients (one of them may surprise you!): Cooked chickpeasCashew butterMaple SyrupOatsDark chocolate chips Simple, yet create [...]

Nadia2022-02-14T10:46:00+01:00February 14, 2022|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Pesto Tofu Kebabs with Butter Bean Gnocchi

Pesto Tofu Kebabs with Butter Bean Gnocchi

A quick and easy meal idea that's packed with veggie goodness - these pesto tofu kebabs are high in protein and really easy to make. Served with a simple pesto gnocchi with butter beans, asparagus and spinach. Pesto Tofu Kebabs with Butter Bean Gnocchi Pesto Tofu Kebabs280g firm tofu, cut into cubes (I used Tofoo)80g pesto (I used Sacla Vegan Basil Pesto)1/2 medium aubergine, cut into chunks1 red pepper, cut into chunks Pesto Butter Bean Gnocchi1/2 onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, crushed125g asparagus, chopped400g can butter beans, drained and rinsed60g spinach1 tbsp lemon juice80g pesto (I used Sacla Vegan Basil Pesto)250g gnocchi, cooked according to pack instructionsTo serve - toasted pine nuts, fresh basil and vegan feta Method Preheat your oven [...]

Nadia2022-02-03T17:39:26+01:00February 3, 2022|Dairy Free, Main Meals|0 Comments

Vegan Raspberry Coconut Bars

Vegan Raspberry Coconut Bars

*This post is sponsored by KoRo* A delicious creamy chocolate bar with a hint of berry goodness - these raspberry coconut bars are so easy to make and so tasty! These bars are perfect anytime of the year, but they're a particularly fitting treat for your loved one(s) this Valentine's Day! Even though you can serve any kind of dessert on the day that's also known internationally as the day of love, I do think that something chocolatey with a hint of pink/red just makes it so much more special. You're only making one Valnetine's Day dessert, so why not make event specific to show your special someone how much they mean to you! I do enjoy making heart shaped [...]

Nadia2022-08-27T19:16:39+01:00January 30, 2022|Bars, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

No-bake Chocolate Oat Cookies

No-bake Chocolate Oat Cookies

No-bake Chocolate Oat Cookies Delicious and satisfying chocolate cookies that are healthier than your average cookie and require no baking. No-bake recipes are my favourite kind of recipes. They're so much quicker to make and a lot easier to master and get right. These no-bake chocolate oat cookies are a great example of that. You mix all the ingredients in a bowl, then shape into cookies and you're done! You do have to wait for them to set in the fridge, but that's the hardest part of the recipe. This is one of those recipes that you can make when you want need a quick chocolate fix, but you're not in the mood for baking. They're also perfect for those warm summer [...]

Nadia2022-01-26T20:03:00+01:00January 26, 2022|Chocolate, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|8 Comments

Vegan Chocolate Fudge Cake

Vegan Chocolate Fudge Cake

(AD) I can’t think of anything better than a decadent piece of cake to get me through a long and stressful week. If you’re looking for a yummy, sweet treat that’s completely plant-based, you NEED this vegan chocolate fudge cake! I don’t often eat cake, but when I do it has to be homemade. I’ve always found homemade to be so much more delicious with a better texture. Shop bought cakes can so easily be dry and far too sweet with not much else in terms of flavour. I usually make a cake when I have people coming over, but the restrictions that we all faced over the last year and a half changed all that. All of a sudden [...]

Nadia2022-01-25T18:15:53+01:00January 25, 2022|Cakes, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Vegan, Vegetarian|3 Comments

Vegan Tofu Patties

Vegan Tofu Patties

Delicious patties that are packed with protein - these vegan tofu patties are really easy to make and are so tasty! You can enjoy them for lunch, dinner or even as a healthy snack. I love using tofu in recipes. It's so versatile and can be used in so many ways. The one I see the most is chopped into cubes and fried, but I find crumbling a block into a fine mince or blending it with other ingredients works best in terms of both texture and taste. These patties have become my new favourite way of using tofu. It's so easy, all you have to do is blend everything together, shape, then fry them for a few minutes. You [...]

Nadia2022-01-24T19:03:18+01:00January 24, 2022|Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Protein recipes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|2 Comments

Vegan Breakfast Cookies

Vegan Breakfast Cookies

These vegan breakfast cookies are so easy to make and so convenient when prepared ahead of time. They're made with healthier ingredients and can even be enjoyed as a snack or healthier dessert! Breakfast is my favourite meal of the day. I could happily eat breakfast foods 3 times a day. I love preparing it too too - what I'm going to have for breakfast tends to be the first thing I think of when I open my eyes in the morning (I know I'm not alone in this!). Having said all that, some mornings I wake up and the That's why I love breakfasts that you can prepare in advance - either the night before or a couple of [...]

Nadia2022-01-13T18:46:46+01:00January 13, 2022|Breakfasts, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|10 Comments

Vegan Gluten-free Kimchi Pancake

Vegan Gluten-free Kimchi Pancake

If you're a fan of kimchi you NEED to try this recipe! This vegan gluten-free kimchi pancake is perfect for a speedy lunch or as a yummy side dish. I've been meaning to share this recipe for a while, but I really wanted to film a video showing you just how easy they are to make! I LOVE kimchi and making it from scratch has been on my to-do list for a while now too, but I haven't mustered up the courage to take on the challenge yet. Hoping I'll be brave enough to attempt it soon though! I'll have to keep you updated on how I get on. Until then, I always make sure I have a can/jar of [...]

Nadia2022-01-12T19:58:41+01:00January 12, 2022|Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Side dishes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cups

Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cups

Delicious oaty cups with a layer of peanut butter all topped with smooth chocolate - these Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cups are super delicious and packed with goodness. Even though we've had many hot days here in the UK, that shouldn't stop us from the joy of making our own treats. The way around it is to make desserts that don't require you turning on the oven. The last thing you want on a hot stuffy day is to add to the unbearable heat by turning on the oven unnecessarily. Treats like these peanut butter chocolate oat cups are perfect for such warm and clammy days. They're no-bake and they're served cold straight from the fridge. The no baking part [...]