If you’ve followed my blogging journey from the start, you’ll probably remember that I used to use whey protein powder in a lot of my desserts and baking. It was a fun way to add protein and flavour into recipes while keeping the calories low...
Red Pesto Roasted Veggies I can eat roasted veggies all day. Roasting gives them so much more depth in flavour and you can add all kinds of spices to make them taste even more scrumptious. One of the things I love adding to roasted veggies is pesto, more specifically red pesto - which is made using sun-dried tomatoes. It's something I always try to have in my fridge since I use it in so many ways turn a dish from average or even boring to 'I can't stop eating this' good! If you're a vegan or your diet is mainly plant-based like mine, pesto is probably already a staple in your household. It's definitely a staple in mine! Its uses range form adding to pasta, as [...]
I can't stop making these pea patties. I've been so busy the last few weeks that I'm exhausted by dinner time and I just want to whip up something quick and easy. I seem to be making the same things over and over again, but when they taste as good as good as these patties I really don't mind, and the hubby doesn't complain either...
Mexican Bean Rice with Salsa & Guacamole I grew up eating rice, lots and lots of rice! We literally had it everyday for lunch with some kind of tomato gravy/stew based dish. By the time I moved to England, I was so fed up of rice and never ate it out of choice. However, since I've cut out gluten, I find myself having strong cravings for rice, and after ten years of not eating much of it, I can finally appreciate it now! I only cook brown rice at home, BUT I do still eat white rice when I'm out or at a relatives house...etc. Even though white rice does taste better, I love how hearty and filling brown rice is. You've probably [...]
Raw Oreos Recipe (Vegan & Gluten-free) This recipe is one of my favourite cookie recipes, along with my date cookies and chocolate tahini cookies. The difference with these is that they're raw/no-bake and are best eaten chilled straight out of the fridge, so they're a really nice cool treat during summer, but are still rich and indulgent. This recipe makes about 15 raw "oreos". Usually when I eat cookies, I simply can't stop eating them. I keep saying to myself 'OK, just one more and then that's it!' but end up reaching out for more anyway, which is a problem :P But because these raw oreos are quite rich, I feel satisfied after just eating one (sometimes two!) but no more than that. So they should last [...]
I love experimenting with beans and pulses, especially chickpeas and lentils. Although I do feel that lentils are underrated and aren't given the same attention as their other counterparts. In a previous post I shared my lentil porridge recipe and talked about why I love lentils so much...
Sometimes, all I want is something crunchy to munch on, and a soft baked treat doesn't always cut it. I've been meaning to create a crunchy cereal/cornflake bar recipe for absolutely ages and finally got around to putting this recipe together...
Gluten-free Vegan Chickpea Calzone Bread, pastries and anything with a crust have always been favourite kind of meals. I could happily live on toast (spread with avocado, nut butter, jam...etc), sandwiches (with different fillings) or pizza in all forms! I've always had a love hate relationship with things like pies, pastries and pasties because to me, they're some of the most delicious things on earth! But my digestive system was never too keen. When I'm having a bad day, I don't crave things like stews, curries, pasta...etc, I always want something flour based! When I'm stuck for dinner ideas, my go-to recipe for a while has been my gluten-free chickpea pizza because it's just so easy to make and my stomach doesn't give me a hard time [...]
Beans and lentils don't get the credit they deserve. Many avoid them because they have a bad reputation of causing digestive discomfort, but just like with any food, a few people can't tolerate them but most can! If you're a vegetarian or a vegan...
Middle Eastern Inspired Almond Milks - Halva & Turkish Delight Both these desserts, halva and turkish delight, have a special place in my heart. I grew up loving, but rarely eating either of them. We only had treats like this when visiting relatives or at special occasions. Not too long ago I made another 'halva' recipe - my Halva overnight oats. As you can probably tell I'm OBSESSED with tahini and tahini flavoured goodies! The Turkish delight we used to get in Iraq was usually pink, with a hint of rose flavour and crunchy pistachios in the middle. I love using funky flavoured milks to pour over my granola (like this and this), chocolate or hazelnut milk is usually my faves but I [...]
