Tag: autumn

Lemon Risotto with Garlic, Red Onion, Cashews and Olive Oil (vegan and gluten free)

October 3, 2017

For me, my go-to comfort food is risotto…it is warming, hearty and super tasty. I’m a firm believer in a risotto not needing to be overpowered by too many ingredients and so here is my lemon risotto, that shines through and will give you a very happy belly, made with only five core ingredients. The aim … More Lemon Risotto with Garlic, Red Onion, Cashews and Olive Oil (vegan and gluten free)

Cassava, Lentil, Spinach and Cabbage Curry

December 21, 2015

This is not one of those curries that blows your mind with extreme spice…it is beautiful and fragrant! It is packed with protein and it tastes super delicious! The tahini and frozen chopped spinach gives the curry a fantastic creamy texture without the need for coconut milk and heaviness! Preparation time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including cooking … More Cassava, Lentil, Spinach and Cabbage Curry

Tangerine Glazed Carrots with Lemon Thyme and Sea Salt

December 14, 2015

These carrots are sweet, slightly crispy on the outside and beautifully soft inside! The tangerine makes these perfect for Christmas and the sea salt totally lifts the dish! Preparation time: 35 minutes (including cooking time) Ingredients (Serves 2): 5 large Carrots 3 Tangerines 7 springs of Lemon Thyme Large pinch of Sea Salt Pepper to taste 3 … More Tangerine Glazed Carrots with Lemon Thyme and Sea Salt

Chargrilled Baby Gem Lettuce in a Spicy Sesame and Lemon Sauce

December 7, 2015

This recipe is super simple to make and is truly delicious! Who said lettuce was only for salads?! The sauce is so creamy and tangy and the grilled lettuce has a great BBQ flavour! This dish is a great salad alternative for a Winter party…and the tahini means that it contains protein so it is nutritious too. … More Chargrilled Baby Gem Lettuce in a Spicy Sesame and Lemon Sauce

Parsley and Tahini Roasted Leeks, Swede, Onions and Carrots

November 26, 2015

I am a massive fan of root vegetables and these are definitely my favourite! Whilst eating this dish I went on a journey from Food Heaven to needing a big blanket and a fireplace…it is everything I love about winter! The tahini (sesame paste) gives the sweet vegetables a perfect hit of savouriness and depth of … More Parsley and Tahini Roasted Leeks, Swede, Onions and Carrots

Black Garlic Gnocchi with Samphire (GF)

November 23, 2015

This dish is perfect for garlic lovers! Black garlic can be found in some supermarkets…my favourite brand is Balsajo, and Samphire can be found in most supermarkets, including Sainsburys. Black garlic is very sweet, and is perfectly balanced out by the black pepper, salty samphire and red chilli in this dish. Unlike my other gnocchi … More Black Garlic Gnocchi with Samphire (GF)

No-fry Falafels (GF)

November 19, 2015

  So I definitely ended up making this a healthy recipe by default after realising that the first two falafels in the batch completely disintegrated in the oil when I tried to fry them…and so we have these tasty, still crispy, oven baked falafels! They are so delicious and tasted great with hummus and tahini. … More No-fry Falafels (GF)