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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 this paneer korma tastes absolutely incredible At its core, a great korma is all about balance. It shouldn't just be spicy, nor [...]

Nadia2026-06-02T17:16:19+01:00June 2, 2026|Curry, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|0 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 [...]

Nadia2026-06-01T13:27:04+01:00June 1, 2026|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Air Fryer Halloumi Fries

Air Fryer Halloumi Fries

This air fryer halloumi fries recipe takes the Mediterranean’s favourite "squeaky cheese" and transforms it into a high-protein, spice-infused snack that's as versatile as it is addictive. Whether you’re looking for a gourmet side dish or a satisfying mid-day bite, these halloumi fries deliver a perfect balance of salty, savoury, and heat in every single mouthful. If there is one cheese that has transitioned from a niche Mediterranean delicacy to a global superstar, it is halloumi. Often referred to as "squeaky cheese" due to its unique texture, this Cypriot treasure has a high melting point that makes it the perfect candidate for frying. However, the days of standing over a spitting pan of hot oil are behind us. In the [...]

Nadia2026-05-12T12:18:44+01:00May 12, 2026|Gluten Free, Nut Free, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Side dishes, snack, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Granola Yogurt Pots

Granola Yogurt Pots

These granola yogurt pots make a great make-ahead-of time breakfast for busy weeks. They're easy to make and can be customised to your likes and dietary preferences. Yogurt layered with granola and berry compote - a nourishing breakfast that tastes like a dessert! We’ve all been there: the alarm clock blares, the snooze button is hit one too many times, and suddenly you’re sprinting through your morning routine with a piece of toast hanging out of your mouth like a cartoon character. Breakfast is often the first casualty of a busy lifestyle, yet it’s the very thing that dictates our energy levels, mood, and cognitive function for the rest of the day. Mornings like that is when these granola yogurt [...]

Nadia2026-05-08T15:38:41+01:00May 8, 2026|Breakfasts, Gluten Free, Granola, Nut Free, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Nut Free Granola

Nut Free Granola

Finding a supermarket nut-free granola that balances wholesome nutrition with an irresistible, toasted crunch can feel like a daunting task in a world of sugary cereals. This specific nut-free blend relies on the natural, caramel-like richness of Medjool dates and the aromatic warmth of cardamom to deliver a premium breakfast experience. By focusing on mineral-dense seeds and fibre-rich oats, you can create a versatile pantry staple that powers your morning without the need for common allergens. Granola is a pantry staple, but I think that finding the "perfect" version in the supermarket is surprisingly difficult. Most commercial granola is either packed with refined sugars and preservatives, or frustratingly for those with allergies, a lot of granola brands are completely off-limits due [...]

Nadia2026-04-28T13:35:53+01:00April 28, 2026|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Granola, Nut Free, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Iraqi Kleicha Recipe

Iraqi Kleicha Recipe

This Iraqi Kleicha recipe is so much more than just a sweet treat to me; it's a celebration of culture, family, and memory and one of my favourite ways to welcome Eid. Filling the kitchen with the unforgettable scent of toasted cardamom and rich butter. If you've never tried Kleicha before, I'm here to show you how to make the national cookie of Iraq! Kleicha: The aromatic Iraqi date cookie that will steal your heart If there is one scent that universally signals celebration, joy, and the arrival of Eid in an Iraqi household, it is the warm, intoxicating aroma of cardamom and baked butter wafting through the kitchen. That scent means one thing: Kleicha is in the oven. If [...]

Nadia2026-04-15T20:41:15+01:00March 19, 2026|Cookies, Desserts, Nut Free, snack|3 Comments

Tuna Rice Bowl (5-Minute Recipe)

Tuna Rice Bowl (5-Minute Recipe)

This 5-minute tuna rice bowl is the ultimate speedy lunch hack for those chaotic weekdays. Packed with 30g of protein and bold, spicy flavours, it is guaranteed to crush your midday cravings without slowing you down. The 5-minute tuna rice bowl: your new high-protein obsession: We have all been there. It's 1:00 PM on a busy weekday, your stomach is rumbling, and you have exactly fifteen minutes for lunch. The temptation to order expensive takeout or settle for a sad, uninspiring sandwich is incredibly high. You want something delicious, you need something healthy, and most importantly, you need it now. Enter your new midday saviour - this 5-minute tuna rice bowl! This bowl isn't just a meal; it is a [...]

Nadia2026-04-08T21:41:10+01:00March 16, 2026|Main Meals, Nut Free, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes|0 Comments

Chickpea Cucumber Salad

Chickpea Cucumber Salad

If you’re looking for a meal that is fresh, satisfying, nutritious, and incredibly versatile, this chickpea cucumber salad deserves a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Packed with chickpeas, juicy plum tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sharp red onions, fragrant parsley, and creamy feta cheese - all brought together with a bright olive oil and lemon dressing. Why I love making this chickpea cucumber salad recipe: This Mediterranean-inspired chickpea cucumber salad is more than just a side dish, it works beautifully as a filling main meal, a colourful lunch option, or a reliable meal-prep staple that actually tastes better as the days go on. Unlike leafy salads that wilt quickly or leave you hungry an hour later, chickpeas provide substance and staying [...]

Nadia2026-04-08T21:49:34+01:00February 19, 2026|Gluten Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Salads, Side dishes, Vegetarian|1 Comment

Date Smoothie

Date Smoothie

Looking for an easy way to get your 6 dates in during pregnancy? Try this simple date smoothie recipe. Ready in minutes and tastes like a caramel milkshake with warming hints of cinnamon and cardamom. The creamy date smoothie recipe: a nourishing boost for pregnancy and beyond When it comes to simple, nourishing, and naturally sweet treats, few things compare to a date smoothie recipe. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients - dates, tahini, milk, cinnamon, and cardamom - this creamy, caramel-like drink offers a perfect blend of flavour, nutrition, and tradition. It’s more than just a delicious smoothie; for me it was an easy and enjoyable way to include dates in my diet to support a smoother [...]

Nadia2026-04-14T14:45:43+01:00January 28, 2026|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Smoothie, Smoothies, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Sticky Toffee Pudding Baked Oats

Sticky Toffee Pudding Baked Oats

This sticky toffee pudding baked oats is the ultimate cosy, nourishing breakfast. With 16g protein and 10g fibre per serving, that's not a bad way to start the day. Especially considering it tastes like a dessert! There’s something undeniably comforting about warm, oven-baked breakfasts in the colder months. When mornings are dark, chilly, and slow to start, a bowl of cold cereal just doesn’t cut it. That’s where this sticky toffee pudding baked oats come in—a wholesome, naturally sweet, dessert-inspired breakfast that feels indulgent while nourishing your body from the inside out. Made with bananas, oats, dates, protein powder, cinnamon, oat milk, tahini, and a touch of date syrup, this baked oats recipe delivers all the rich, caramel-like flavours of [...]