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Tofu Katsu Curry (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Tofu Katsu Curry (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Tofu Katsu Curry (Vegan & Gluten-free) Fridays are usually our treat (some might call it cheat) days. I usually make something more 'takeaway like' rather than my usually healthy salads, quinoa, buckwheat pasta, tofu and roasted vegetables. We usually follow that with a movie, some popcorn and these quinoa & kale puffs that we're obsessed with! They're not the healthiest, but definitely healthier than regular crisps and eating them on a Friday night after a hard week of work has become a bit of a tradition for the hubby and I! Today, I'm making a dish that I usually order when I go to Japanese/Asian restaurants - Katsu curry! If you've never tried katsu curry then you're seriously missing out! [...]

Nadia2017-11-17T17:08:51+01:00November 17, 2017|Curry, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Vegan, Vegetarian|18 Comments

Plum Blueberry Galette (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Plum Blueberry Galette (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Plum Blueberry Galette (Vegan & Gluten-free) The weekend is finally here! It's been a long and tiring week, and even though I'll still be working today and tomorrow, I love the calmness that comes with the weekend. Especially Saturdays! It's a chance for me to reflect on the week that's gone and a chance to work out what I need to do for the week ahead. And I love not having to worry about responding to a ton of emails or getting back to clients until Monday. It just feels so much more relaxed. Yesterday was my first day back at college. Some of you may already know that I enrolled into a Nutrition course (click here to find out more) [...]

Nadia2017-11-11T19:02:14+01:00November 11, 2017|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Tarts/Pies, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|10 Comments

Mint Moringa Oreos (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Mint Moringa Oreos (Vegan & Gluten-free)

A delicious, creamy & rich mint moringa filling between two crunchy chocolate cookies. Mint Moringa Oreos (Vegan & Gluten-free) I have made a raw version of Oreos in the past, but today I'm showing you how to make baked Oreo cookies filled with a refreshing mint and moringa filling. They're gluten-free and completely plant-based. Mint and chocolate is such a delicious combination. In fact, my favourite chocolate flavour is mint dark chocolate. I usually have a square or two after dinner if I don't have any homemade treats lying around. Yes, I don't always have an abundance of homemade treats in my house at all times ? Shocker, right? Even the hubby enjoyed these mint moringa Oreos and he's not at all [...]

Nadia2017-12-05T22:26:15+01:00November 7, 2017|Chocolate, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, snack, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|12 Comments

Healthified Vegan Oreo Brownies – Using Go Cook, exclusively for Tesco

Healthified Vegan Oreo Brownies – Using Go Cook, exclusively for Tesco

Healthified Vegan Oreo Brownies A delicious, moist and rich chocolate brownie topped with chopped Oreos. Need I say more? Oh, apart from they're also healthier than your average brownies. They're high in fibre with a hidden ingredient and sweetened with whole dates! OK, I'll put you out of your misery. The secret ingredient in these vegan Oreo brownies is CHICKPEAS! Actually this shouldn't come as too much of a surprise since I've already used chickpeas, beans and lentils before in many of my sweet treats.Tesco challenged me to nominate someone in my household who does the least cooking to create something using their new Go Cook, exclusively for Tesco products. Since it's just me and the hubby and I do all the cooking [...]

Nadia2017-11-01T18:27:23+01:00November 1, 2017|Brownies, Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|11 Comments

Plum Hazelnut Porridge

Plum Hazelnut Porridge

Plum Hazelnut Porridge You know it's autumn when your Instagram and Pinterest feed is jam-packed with endless images of pumpkin recipes, Halloween treats and porridge. Lots and lots of porridge! Not that I would ever complain about an abundance of porridge posts. After all I basically live of porridge during the cooler autumn months and definitely once winter kicks in. There is nothing more comforting and satisfying than a bowl of warm oats with a HUGE mug of tea on a chilly morning. It's so much more difficult to get out of bed in the morning when A) it's still pitch black outside B) it's so cold and C) your bed is so lovely and warm! I already struggle getting out of [...]

Nadia2017-10-20T09:22:59+01:00October 19, 2017|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Oatmeal, Porridge, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|10 Comments

Vegan & Gluten-free Trifle

Vegan & Gluten-free Trifle

Vegan & Gluten-free Trifle If you're new to the word trifle - it's basically a dessert, or type of pudding, where sponge cake and fruit are layered in a special wide trifle serving dish with custard and jelly. It's usually topped with lots and lots of whipped cream. I know it doesn't sound super healthy, but you can imagine how delicious that combination is, can't you? A spoonful of cake, fruit, custard, jelly and cream all in one mouthful? Genius! Before we move on any further, I have a confession to make. I don't think I've actually ever tried a trifle before. It's such a quintessential British dessert, so I feel it's a big deal that I've never tired it! [...]

Nadia2022-08-05T11:34:50+01:00October 18, 2017|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Protein recipes, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|27 Comments

Asian Vegetable Peanut Butter Rice

Asian Vegetable Peanut Butter Rice

Asian Vegetable Peanut Butter Rice It shouldn't come as a surprise that Asian food is one of my favourite types of cuisines. I've fallen in love with every single Asian dish I've tried. I can't get enough of dishes like sushi, pad thai, katsu curry, pho and ramen and the list goes on! Each dish has it's own unique flavour but they're all equally as comforting, aromatic and satisfying. The reason I used the word 'Asian' in the title rather than specifying a country is simply because the recipe has no origin and is not based on any one specific traditional dish. I used Asian inspired ingredients like spring onions and edamame beans and flavours like ginger, chilli and miso to put [...]

Nadia2017-11-17T16:52:46+01:00October 11, 2017|Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Rice, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|8 Comments

Vegan Spicy Mexican Tacos

Vegan Spicy Mexican Tacos

Vegan Spicy Mexican Tacos Tacos are considered such a treat in my household. They’re really easy to put together, taste delicious and are so filling and satisfying! Our go-to movie night treat. This is my second recipe for the Global Cuisines series in collaboration with GOODMINZ using their fresh minces, which are made completely from plants and with no soy! We kick started the series with my American Style Burgers served with a homemade mayonnaise. Today, we’re moving south of the border and visiting Mexico with this spicy Mexican inspired Taco recipe. GOODMINZ is a new kitchen staple made with fresh and wholesome plant-based ingredients. It comes in four different vibrant colours (green, orange, brown and purple), each with a [...]

Nadia2017-10-07T08:49:25+01:00October 7, 2017|Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Sauces and Dips, Vegan, Vegetarian|11 Comments

Chocolate Cups with Black Forest Banana Ice Cream

Chocolate Cups with Black Forest Banana Ice Cream

Chocolate Cups with Black Forest Banana Ice Cream Even though summer is now officially over and posts of soups, curries, pies and porridge are saturating the various social media platforms, I think ice cream can never be out of season. Have you ever seen a restaurant menu that doesn't feature ice cream on the dessert menu? No! There is always room for ice cream regardless of the time of year. Chocolate and ice cream are my favourite two treats. There is no question in my mind that they taste even better when paired together. These chocolate cups with black forest banana ice cream are perfect as a post dinner treat, especially at a dinner party. Why serve ice cream in a normal bowl when you [...]

Nadia2022-08-05T11:34:51+01:00October 2, 2017|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, Raw, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|6 Comments

Roasted Vegetable Tofu Quiche (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Roasted Vegetable Tofu Quiche (Vegan & Gluten-free)

Roasted Vegetable Tofu Quiche (Vegan & Gluten-free) You can't beat a good quiche with a side salad for lunch. But this is no ordinary quiche. This is a plant-based quiche made with tofu! Tofu is an amazing plant-based substitute for meat and eggs. It's a great source of calcium, protein, omega-3, selenium and zinc, all nutrients that can be lacking in a plant-based diet. I added some nutritional yeast to give it a cheesy/nutty flavour and some homemade sun-dried tomato pesto for an Italian twist. Packed full of delicious herby veggies to add more flavour, texture and vibrant colours! The crust is a simple mixture of oat flour, buckwheat flour and ground almonds which made for a scrumptious crumbly base. This quiche [...]