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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

Brothy Rice Recipe

Brothy Rice Recipe

This brothy rice recipe is the kind of meal that feels like comfort and care in every spoonful. Naturally nourishing and easy to digest, brothy rice combines gentle aromatic flavours, lean protein, and hydrating broth to support both body and mind. Whether you’re craving something soothing after a long day or looking for a wholesome, balanced meal, this simple dish delivers warmth, flavour, and feel-good nourishment in one cosy bowl. Brothy rice has quietly crossed the line from comfort food staple to full-blown internet obsession. Scroll through food videos or wellness blogs and you’ll see steaming bowls of rice swimming in golden broth, topped with tender chicken, bright greens like Pak Choi, and a sheen that signals both nourishment and [...]

Nadia2026-01-27T14:29:07+01:00January 27, 2026|Chicken, Dairy Free, Main Meals, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Rice|2 Comments

Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

A breakfast that’s both comforting and packed with nutrition, these cottage cheese protein pancakes might just become your new go-to! Serve them warm with some Greek yoghurt, nut butter and fruit for a wholesome breakfast that will keep you feeling satisfied and satiated. If you’ve ever wanted to make pancakes that actually keep you full until lunchtime, it’s time to meet your new breakfast hero: cottage cheese. This humble dairy product has quietly moved from the diet plate to the brunch table - and for good reason. When blended into pancake batter, cottage cheese transforms the texture, taste, and nutrition of your morning stack. Combine it with hearty oats instead of refined flour, and you’ve got a high-protein, lower-sugar breakfast [...]

Nadia2026-04-12T10:34:56+01:00October 23, 2025|Breakfasts, Gluten Free, Pancakes, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|1 Comment

Healthy Tahini Halva Recipe

Healthy Tahini Halva Recipe

This healthy tahini halva recipe is my take on the traditional tahini halva, but higher in protein, lower in fat and added sugar. Made with only 4 main ingredients and can easily be adjusted. There's no cooking involved - all you need is a spoon and bowl! Tahini halva has a history that stretches back more than a thousand years. The term halva comes from the Arabic word meaning “sweet,” and while its exact beginnings are uncertain, many historians trace its origins to ancient Persia and the broader Middle East. One of the earliest known halva recipes appears in a 13th-century Arabic cookbook, marking its deep cultural roots in the region’s culinary traditions. If you're familiar with the word, but [...]

Nadia2025-10-17T16:34:23+01:00October 17, 2025|Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, snack, Vegetarian|21 Comments

Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse

This cottage cheese chocolate mousse is a lighter, high-protein twist on traditional chocolate mousse. Instead of being made with cream, eggs and lots of sugar, I use blended cottage cheese as the base. When whipped smooth with cocoa powder, peanut butter and maple syrup, the cottage cheese creates the perfect creamy, yet light mousse-like texture. The result is a dessert that’s rich and chocolatey but lower in fat, higher in protein, and it feels indulgent while being more nutrient-dense. I won't claim this cottage cheese chocolate mousse tastes exactly like 'the real thing'. Of course the traditional way of making a chocolate mousse will tastes richer and much more decadent. What I can say however is that if you're on [...]

Nadia2025-08-16T16:55:14+01:00August 16, 2025|Chocolate, Desserts, Gluten Free, Protein recipes, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegetarian|6 Comments

Vegan Pistachio Protein Bars

Vegan Pistachio Protein Bars

These vegan pistachio protein bars are easy to make and only call for 6 ingredients. They're cheaper and better for you than shop bought bars and you can easily adjust them to likes/preferences. They also taste absolutely amazing! If you're a fitness enthusiast, a busy professional, or someone striving to snack healthier, protein bars might already be a staple in your diet. But have you ever considered making them at home? Store-bought bars can be pricey, overly processed, and full of hidden sugars or artificial ingredients. Homemade protein bars, on the other hand, are customisable, cost-effective, and surprisingly simple to make. I've really struggled during my pregnancy to eat well and make sure I meet my macro and micro nutrient [...]

Nadia2026-05-18T09:50:18+01:00November 29, 2024|Bars, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Post Workout Meals, Protein bars, Protein recipes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|0 Comments

Coconut Overnight Oats (High Protein/No Protein Powder)

Coconut Overnight Oats (High Protein/No Protein Powder)

These coconut overnight oats taste like a chocolate coconut macaroon in breakfast form. Even better is that they're nourishing and only made with a handful of ingredients. I've used ingredients that will naturally pack them with 23g protein without adding any protein powder. The perfect healthy, tasty and balanced breakfast to get you through busy mornings. If you're a fan of coconut macaroons or chocolate bounty bars, I can guarantee that you'll enjoy these coconut overnight oats. I especially love coconut macaroons that have been dipped in dark chocolate. Coconut is one of the many flavours that I think go really well with chocolate. The fruity, milky, and slightly sweet taste of desiccated coconut marries so well with the rich [...]

Nadia2024-08-27T17:23:51+01:00August 27, 2024|Breakfasts, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, Overnight Oats, Protein recipes, Vegetarian|6 Comments

Chocolate Chip Baked Oats

Chocolate Chip Baked Oats

Make these chocolate chip baked oats the next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast meal prep idea that you can make ahead of time to enjoy on busy weeks. They're warm and gooey, but also healthy and nutritious. You'll feel like you're having (healthy) cake for breakfast! Baked oats (aka baked oatmeal) has become such a popular breakfast with everyone sharing their favourite flavour combinations on social media. I've noticed especially over the last few months, so many baked oats Reels have gone viral on Instagram and TikTok. I thought it was about time I share my basic chocolate chip baked oats recipe, which is based on my all time favourite chocolate baked oats that I've been [...]

Nadia2026-06-16T08:57:26+01:00August 21, 2024|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, Porridge, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|10 Comments

Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding

Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding

This chocolate protein chia pudding is the perfect prepare-ahead-of-time breakfast on busy mornings. A fuss-free breakfast that's healthy, balanced and tastes like a dessert! If you've been following me for a while, you'll know I'm a big chocaholic. Most of my dessert and snack recipes feature chocolate. I'm not sure when the obsession started, because growing up in Iraq, chocolate was very rarely eaten in my household, or in general. What I remember used to be referred to as 'chocolate bars' were cheap chocolate dipped biscuit wafers. When I say cheap, I mean the chocolate was so thin, you could actually see the wafer pattern underneath. There was barely any chocolate on them! Maybe that's why I'm so obsessed with [...]

Nadia2024-06-03T12:03:48+01:00May 16, 2024|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Protein recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian|10 Comments

Pistachio Date Cake Recipe

Pistachio Date Cake Recipe

This pistachio date cake recipe is made with better-for-you ingredients that will nourish your body, but it also tastes good! What more can you ask for in a dessert? This pistachio date cake recipe is inspired by the blueberry breakfast cake that I posted last month. I was so pleased with the way it turned out, both texture and taste, especially considering it was made with wholesome ingredients and had 13g protein per serving! I wanted to create another version with Middle Eastern flavours I grew up eating in Iraq. Cardamom, pistachio and dates are staples in Arabic cuisine, especially in desserts (but also savoury dishes!). When you combine all three flavours together you get the most delicious and moreish [...]