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17/10/2026

17/10/2026

This Warm Salad brings together caramelised cauliflower, sweet roasted bell peppers and tender red onions, all tossed with golden, crispy chickpeas for that perfect crunch. 🥙

Finished with a light drizzle of lemon-tahini dressing, it is a colourful , nourishing bowl that tastes like comfort and freshness in every bite.

Ingredients:

Veggies
-1 small cauliflower, cut into florets
-1 bell pepper, chopped
-1 red onion, cut into wedges
-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
-salt and pepper

Chickpeas
-a handful cooked chickpeas
-a drizzle of olive oil
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
-1 teaspoon paprika

Dressing
-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
-2 tablespoons tahini
-1 tablespoon lemon juice
-1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
-1 teaspoon maple syrup
-pinch of salt
-pepper
-1 tablespoon cold water (to thin as needed)

Optional toppings
-fresh parsley, chopped
-pomegranate seeds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C/ 428°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Spread cauliflower, peppers and red onion on the tray. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the chickpeas into another dish, add olive oil, salt and garlic powder and toss everything together. Roast both veggies and chickpeas for 20-25 minutes, or until veggies are tender and golden brown, and chickpeas are crisp.
3. Make the dressing by adding all the ingredients into a jar and shake well.
4. While still warm, toss the roasted veggies and chickpeas in a bowl with a drizzle of the dressing. Top with fresh parsley and pomegranate seeds and serve warm. Enjoy!

16/10/2026

Warm apple‑filled biscuit slices fresh out of the oven. Lightly dusted with sugar, they smell absolutely delicious around the house. 🍎🍏

16/10/2026

These Mediterranean Chicken Meatball Rice Bowls are one of my go-to for busy weeknights. They are so flavourful, hearty and perfect for meal prepping ahead of time.

Ingredients (2 servings):

Meatballs:

-400g chicken mince
-1 egg
-1 shallot, finely chopped
-4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
-2 tablespoons fresh parsley and dill, finely chopped
-1 garlic clove, minced
-salt and pepper
-zest from half lemon
-1 tablespoon oil, for frying

Salad
-10 cherry tomatoes, halved
-half English cucumbers, sliced
-half red onion, finely chopped
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1 tablespoon classic vinaigrette

Instructions:

1. Add all the meatball ingredients to a mixing bowl and use your hands to combine them. Roll the mixture into about 14-15 small balls.
2. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add the oil. Add the balls and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
3. Combine all the salad ingredients into a bowl and toss well.
4. Serve the bowls assembled with lettuce, rice, meatballs, salad and homemade tzatziki sauce. Enjoy!

15/10/2026

These Cauliflower Patties are truly the best!

A delicious and easy way to get your daily dose of veggies.

Ingredients:

-1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
-50g breadcrumbs
-50g grated cheese (I used cheddar)
-salt and pepper
-1 garlic clove, minced
-1 large egg, lightly beaten
-2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
-a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

Instructions:

1. Steam the cauliflower for about 6-7 minutes, then drain.
2. Add to a bowl and mash lightly with a potato masher.
3. Add in the breadcrumbs, grated cheese, salt, pepper, garlic, egg and parsley. Stir to combine everything.
4. Form the patties by rolling a ball in your hands and press tightly. Arrange them to a baking tray that was previously brushed with a drizzle of olive oil.
5. Bake them in your preheated oven at 200°C/392°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping half way through. In the last minute you can broil them until well browned.
6. Serve with your favourite dip. Enjoy!

15/10/2026

Meet your new favourite treat: gluten-free Banana Muffins topped with silky homemade date caramel. 🍌✨

Naturally sweet, irresistibly moist, and made with real, nourishing ingredients.

NO refined sugar, NO gluten, just pure goodness!Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or when you want something sweet without the crash.

Ingredients (makes 6):

-2 large ripe bananas
-1 egg, room temperature
-50g butter, melted
-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
-50g dark chocolate
-130g almond flour
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
-chopped walnuts, for topping (optional)

Date Caramel

-6 Medjool pitted dates
-100ml almond milk
-pinch of sea salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C/356°F.
2. Mash the bananas into a bowl, then add the egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, chocolate pieces, almond flour, baking powder and bicarbonate of soda. Mix everything together until well combined. The batter needs to be thick.
3. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, top with chopped walnuts and bake for 25-30 minutes.
4. Add the pitted dates to a bowl with boiling water. Let them sit for 10 minutes to soften. Add to a blender together with almond milk and sea salt. Blend until smooth.
5. Spoon the caramel over the muffins and enjoy!

15/10/2026

✨ My go‑to fresh‑pressed morning juice ✨

I love pulling out my juicer first thing to make this simple colourful drink. Beetroot gives me that gentle steady energy boost, apple keeps my tummy feeling happy, carrot helps look after my skin, and orange adds that lovely bright vitamin‑C kick I crave early on.

Ingredients:
‑ 1 beetroot, peeled
‑ 1 red apple, cored
‑ 1 carrot, peeled
‑ 1 orange, peeled

How I make it:
I run all the prepared fruit and veg straight through my juicer, then pour and sip it fresh.

Do you have a favourite juice you make regularly?