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Lemon & Parsley Cannellini Freekeh Recipe

Lemon & Parsley Cannellini Freekeh Recipe

Freekeh is a green wheat popular in Middle Eastern cuisine that's harvested when the grain is still young. Unlike the 'adult' version of the wheat, Freekeh contains more protein, minerals and fibre. It contains three times as much fibre as brown rice. Why does this make it special? Well a high fibre content means it's digested slowly and has a low GI number. A low GI means it doesn't cause the blood sugar to spike the way rice would. It also means it will make you feel fuller so you don't end up overeating.

Nadia2015-08-16T18:07:50+01:00August 11, 2015|Dairy Free, Main Meals, Salads, Vegan, Vegetarian|20 Comments

Coconut Almond Quinoa Granola

Coconut Almond Quinoa Granola

One of the main things I like about granola is its convenience. You can make a big batch, store it in an air tight container and know you have breakfast sorted for the next few weeks. Very handy for days when you need a quick breakfast or snack.

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:02+01:00August 4, 2015|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Granola, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|20 Comments

Chickpea Flour Pizza (Gluten-free)

Chickpea Flour Pizza (Gluten-free)

Do you like pizza? Do you want a healthy, gluten free, low carb pizza that's ready in minutes? Then keep reading!

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:02+01:00July 26, 2015|Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Meals, Protein recipes, Sauces and Dips, Savoury Snacks, Sugar Free, Vegan|25 Comments

Kleicha – Date Cookies (كليجة)

Kleicha – Date Cookies (كليجة)

Last year I made a healthier version of my favourite cookies - Kleicha (كليجة) which are Iraqi date cookies that are traditionally served on Eid (A religious holiday to celebrate the end of the month of Ramadan where muslims fast from sun rise to sun set for a whole month). Even though I loved the version I made last year, I wanted to outdo myself by making an even better and healthier version!

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:03+01:00July 14, 2015|Cookies, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|86 Comments

Homemade Coconut Oil Chocolate

Homemade Coconut Oil Chocolate

I never thought the day would come when I could say I make my own homemade chocolate, how could that even be possible? I was so impressed by the idea of making homemade chocolate using only 3 ingredients without the need for any fancy equipments or techniques. The basic recipe calls for:

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:03+01:00July 12, 2015|Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Raw, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|18 Comments

Avocado Tomato Bruschetta

Avocado Tomato Bruschetta

I know I'm not alone when I say this - I'm obsessed with avocados! Another thing that I love is bruschetta - the crispy bread it's served on, the flavours and the simplicity of the idea! I've made simple tomato and basil bruschetta many times, then one day it occurred to me, why not add avocado? It made perfect sense.

Nadia2015-07-07T23:25:40+01:00July 7, 2015|Dairy Free, Main Meals, Nut Free, Side dishes, snack, Vegan, Vegetarian|14 Comments

Chocolate, Almond and Baobab Nicecream

Chocolate, Almond and Baobab Nicecream

Banana ice cream is by far the best, tastiest and healthiest way to cool down on a hot summer's day, in my opinion. It's so quick to make, given that you have bananas in your freezer which I make sure I always do during summer in anticipation for such scorching days, and it's so creamy and delicious without any guilt whatsoever!

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:03+01:00July 3, 2015|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Ice Cream, Paleo, Raw, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|25 Comments

Vegan Raspberry Chia Bars (Gluten free, Dairy free)

Vegan Raspberry Chia Bars (Gluten free, Dairy free)

Now that it's summer (It's a particularly hot day here in the UK!) it's time to bring out the summery, fruity, light desserts (don't worry I'll also be posting chocolate recipes haha!), and these vegan raspberry chia bars tick all the right boxes!

Nadia2022-09-19T18:53:07+01:00June 30, 2015|Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Sweet Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian|31 Comments

Chocolate Cherry Protein Smoothie

Chocolate Cherry Protein Smoothie

Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to get some fruit and veg into your daily diet. It's also one of the easiest ways to create a balanced meal with sufficient amounts of carbohydrates, proteins and fats!

Nadia2022-08-05T11:35:04+01:00June 25, 2015|Breakfasts, Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Post Workout Meals, Protein recipes, Smoothie, Smoothies, snack, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian|4 Comments

Vegan Avocado Banana Bread

Vegan Avocado Banana Bread

I absolutely adore this recipe! This bread is so moist, sweet and really good for you! Baking is my passion, I can easily live on baked goods (breads, cakes, cookies...you name it!), but they have to be healthy, of course! Otherwise the guilt would totally take over, not to mention the bloating and mood swings that follow eating sugary, fatty goods!