Tag: gluten free

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)

Parsley, Garlic and Ginger Baked Butter Beans on Bread

August 18, 2017

Anyone who knows me, knows that butter beans are my favourite thing to eat…any time, any day! This butter bean dish is so good on fresh bread with it’s garliccy parsley oil, creamy beans and crispy ginger!  Preparation Time (including cooking time): 40 minutes Ingredients: 235g tinned Butter Beans (drained weight) 3 Garlic cloves (finely chopped) … More Parsley, Garlic and Ginger Baked Butter Beans on Bread

Roasted Lemon Basil Cauliflower with Flaked Almonds and Dates

January 17, 2016

This dish is so versatile and utterly delicious…it is great straight out the oven as a winter warmer or cold as a summer salad. It is also very easy to make and is packed with flavour. I want to explore this dish further by tossing linguine through it once it has roasted so the pasta can soak … More Roasted Lemon Basil Cauliflower with Flaked Almonds and Dates

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