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Gnocchi Tray Bake

Gnocchi Tray Bake

This Gnocchi Tray Bake combines golden, roasted dumplings with succulent chicken sausages and a vibrant medley of Mediterranean vegetables for a total flavour explosion. Packed with around 25g of protein per serving, it’s the ultimate balanced, one-pan solution for busy weeknights when you need a family-friendly meal that doesn't compromise on nutrition. If you haven't yet embraced the magic of roasting gnocchi instead of boiling them, prepare to have your culinary world tilted on its axis. Gone are the days of gummy, pillowy lumps lost in a sea of bland water. When you toss gnocchi in a roasting tin with high-quality fats and fresh aromatics, they undergo a transformation: the outsides get golden and slightly crisp, while the insides remain [...]

Nadia2026-05-11T16:42:49+01:00May 11, 2026|Bakes, Chicken, Gluten Free, Main Meals|0 Comments

Chicken Quinoa Recipe

Chicken Quinoa Recipe

This chicken quinoa recipe feels wholesome, nourishing, and effortless all at once - especially in the middle of a busy week. When evenings are rushed and energy is low, having a dependable dish that delivers both nutrition and flavour can make all the difference. It’s the kind of meal that works just as beautifully for a cosy family dinner as it does packed into containers for the days ahead. This bake brings together vibrant vegetables, hearty grains, and perfectly seasoned chicken in one dish, creating a balanced meal that feels satisfying without being heavy. With 41g of protein, 6g of fibre, and only 434 calories per serving, it manages to hit that rare sweet spot: comforting yet energising, filling yet [...]

Nadia2026-03-02T18:10:05+01:00March 2, 2026|Bakes, Chicken, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes|0 Comments

Vegan Aubergine Chickpea Bake

Vegan Aubergine Chickpea Bake

I think Middle Eastern food is so underrated and not many people have even tried it which is such a shame because you will never get a dish that is bland or boring!

Nadia2023-01-10T18:07:19+01:00January 10, 2023|Bakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Sauces and Dips, Vegan, Vegetarian|42 Comments

Vegan Quorn Crunchy Strips Nachos

Vegan Quorn Crunchy Strips Nachos

*This post is sponsored by Quorn* Mouth-watering nachos layered with Quorn Crunchy Strips, salsa, guacamole and vegan cheese. Super easy to make and perfect for a speedy healthier ‘fakeaway’. I’m not going to lie, I am partial to a takeaway. My partner and I sometimes order in on a Friday evening and it’s something we both look forward to from time to time, particularly if it’s been a stressful week. I’m the one who usually prepares meals and as a food blogger who spends most of my days thinking about recipes, testing recipes and creating recipes for content, I like to give myself the day off cooking on Friday nights. It’s always nice to have someone cook for me for [...]

Nadia2022-08-27T19:13:20+01:00April 1, 2022|Bakes, Dairy Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Sauces and Dips, Savoury Snacks, Side dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Za’atar Cornish New Potato & Sausage Bake

Za’atar Cornish New Potato & Sausage Bake

*This post is sponsored by Seasonal Spuds* A wholesome meal with in season Cornish New Potatoes and added protein in the form of vegan sausages making this bake a well-rounded, filling and satisfying meal! Packed with flavour from the za’atar mix – a popular Middle Eastern herb mix mainly made up of finely crushed dried thyme, sumac and sesame seeds. I grew up in the Middle East and so this spice mixture is really close to my heart. It’s still not very well known in the UK, but is now stocked in most major supermarkets either in the spice isle or a the world food isle. Za’atar goes well with many types of dishes – mainly used on bread with [...]

Nadia2022-08-27T19:35:34+01:00June 13, 2020|Bakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|2 Comments

Bramley Apple Sweet Potato Sausage Hash

Bramley Apple Sweet Potato Sausage Hash

Bramley Apple Sweet Potato Sausage Hash * This post is sponsored by Great British Apples* This is not your average potato hash recipe, this is a sweet potato hash with the addition of delicious tart apple chunks and veggie sausages as a good source of protein. It’s really quick and easy to put together and you can enjoy it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The leftovers would also make a really nice side dish to other meals too. If you’re not vegan/plant-based you can go ahead and top it with a couple of fried or poached eggs, although the sausages add more than enough protein to make it a filling and substantial meal as it is. You don’t have to [...]

Nadia2022-08-27T19:47:14+01:00November 28, 2019|Bakes, Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Mexican Bean and Sweet Potato Hash

Mexican Bean and Sweet Potato Hash

Mexican Bean and Sweet Potato Hash On the menu for this weekend is this Mexican bean and sweet potato hash. A healthy, filling and packed with flavour breakfast/brunch for the whole family to enjoy! I usually go for sweet breakfasts, but on the weekend I crave something savoury. The hubby is more of a savoury person in general and prefers savoury breakfasts, s0 on weekend mornings he takes over the kitchen. It makes a really nice change having something savoury and for me it signals the start of the weekend. I now associate weekends with a savoury brunch. It's also nice because it means I can sit back and let the hubby take over. We take our time and chit chat while he prepares [...]

Nadia2019-03-28T22:15:38+01:00March 28, 2019|Bakes, Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Side dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian|1 Comment

Mushroom Stuffed Potato Cakes

Mushroom Stuffed Potato Cakes

Mushroom Stuffed Potato Cakes Fluffy potato cakes stuffed with a fragrant lemony herby mushroom mixture. These mushroom stuffed potato cakes would make an amazing addition to meals. I made these potato filled cakes around this time last year and they went down a treat with the family. I had it in mind to make this recipe again to share on the blog, but then completely forgot about it! I then made them again a couple of months ago, took the photos, but wasn't 100% happy with the way the shots turned out. Now I've got my act together, made them again and actually took some really decent pictures this time. So now I can finally satisfied with the cakes AND the images. [...]

Nadia2019-03-01T17:41:43+01:00March 1, 2019|Bakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|37 Comments

California Walnut, Mushroom & Red Onion Galette

California Walnut, Mushroom & Red Onion Galette

California Walnut, Mushroom & Red Onion Galette A delicious, crumbly vegan and gluten-free pastry with a moreish mushroom filling. This California walnut mushroom and red onion galette is the perfect dinner go-to. It's such an easy dish to whip up on a week night, whether you’re dining for one, or you're looking for a low-key evening in with your partner. I made this galette for dinner and the hubby (a keen meat eater), absolutely loved it! I find mushrooms quite meaty as far as plants go (although I am aware mushrooms aren't technically a plant, but you know what I mean :P), so they are a great ingredient to use as the base for a vegan meal that you want [...]

Nadia2019-01-07T17:50:47+01:00December 19, 2018|Bakes, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|4 Comments

Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Mexican Quinoa Stuffed Peppers Many of you have been asking me on Instagram to start posting more healthy savoury plant-based meals. You asked and I listened! I know that for many, eating healthy sounds boring and uninspiring. We associate healthy eating with salads, low fat\low calorie ready meals, bars and other packaged foods. The idea of cooking meals from scratch can seem overwhelming and time consuming, but it definitely doesn't have to be. As someone who's both working full time and studying, I need to be able to cook meals that are quick, easy and I try to make sure I get in good protein, complex carbs, healthy fats and plenty of vegetables in there. I also like to batch cook meals so [...]