Snacks & Dips Recipes
Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns
Good Friday is the traditional day to serve hot cross buns and it’s a fun activity for the whole family to make a batch to enjoy together. This recipe will make 12 hot cross buns which are best served toasted or fresh straight out of the oven. Other dried fruit could...
Trail Mix
Trail mix can be a delicious, nutrient dense alternative to sugar laden, processed snack bars. I recommend you make your own. Here’s how.
Popcorn
Popcorn is so easy and quick to make, and it really is a good healthy snack (as long as it’s not the shop bought sugar laden variety!). We very rarely sit down for a movie in my house without a nice big bowl of popcorn (and usually a hot chocolate too) You can...
Healthy Ginger Bread Men
My kids love baking, but if I'm honest they are still honing their skills so I'm always trying to think of really easy and fun recipes. These ginger bread men are perfect! I like to use wholemeal spelt flour which, compared to normal wheat flour, is higher in a range...
Thai Cashew Coconut Dressing
One of my favourite parts about living a healthy lifestyle is the abundance of colours and flavours that fruits and vegetables can bring - and the dressings they can make! Whilst seasonal, healthy eating can bring bursts of natural flavour, there's no harm in a...
Cashew cheese (Vegan Cheese)
If you’re trying Cashew cheese because you’re going plant based, or even if you're simply looking to replace dairy in your diet, then you’ll be pleased to know that it’s much richer in vitamins and minerals than standard cheese. The nutritional yeast in this recipe,...
Spiced Crab Cakes
I love crab cakes. Unfortunately, many crab cakes are heavy in calories, sodium, and saturated fat. In the interest of cost cutting, they’re often junked up with caloric and sodium-laden fillers and then deep-fried (a tasty technique, but the caramelizing powers of...
Tacos Recipe
Whilst tacos may have their roots in much hotter climates, they're also a great winter warmer. Try my cauliflower, olive, pepper and tomato filling for a Mediterranean twist, or keep it traditional and refreshing with chicken, avocado and salsa. They're always a hit...
Corn on the cob with chilli, lime and coriander butter
My corn on the cob with chilli, lime and coriander butter are such a hit when cooking for big groups of people, or even if you just want something a little bit different for yourself. They're easy, warming, delicious and quick. The chilli and paprika is enough to give...
Chocolate, chickpea, fig and almond energy balls
These chocolate, chickpea, fig and almond energy balls are a great source of energy for snacking on. A nice seasonal variation on my classic energy balls, they containing raw cacao (a great source of antioxidants and magnesium) and chickpeas, which are incredibly high...
Healthy bruschetta recipe with tomatoes, basil and olive oil
A lovely healthy bruschetta recipe to enjoy on it's own or to eat with salads. This bruschetta will make you feel like you’re in the Mediterranean whatever the weather! Bruschetta is a great choice to give your heart and blood stream a dose of protection. Olive oil...
Raspberry Nutty Flapjacks
Tastetastic! These raspberry nutty flapjacks are incredibly moreish. Fantastic for enjoying a sweet treat to share in the afternoon or a great contribution to any special occasion. Try whilst still warm with some coconut cream or ice cream - yum. Ingredients: Makes...
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
This oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe is great for kids ( & adults!).The oats provide a slow release of energy as well as fibre, whilst the maple syrup and banana give sweetness without the normal refined sugar overload so you don't need to feel guilty about...
Sweet potato & broccoli fritters
These sweet potato and broccoli fritters are just so darn good served alongside a yogurt or guacamole dip! Sweet potatoes are high in carotenoids like beta carotene which help strengthen your eyesight and overall immunity. Broccoli is also a great source of vitamin C!...
Herb & olive dip
This herb and olive dip is unbelievably delicious, served with either seeded crackers or chopped veggies. A welcome, healthy addition to any party! Olives are a super-rich source of vitamin E which is great for healthy skin. Ingredients: Makes enough for a small...
‘No chickpea’ courgette hummus
This courgette hummus dip is famously popular at dinner parties. Seriously, guests just can't get over how quick and easy it is to make. For those who struggle with digesting too many legumes, it is much lighter on the digestive system than eating them whole at...
Summer rolls
Refreshing, satisfying and light. These summer rolls are a savoury treat for the taste buds that will be a welcomed healthy addition to any occasion, or great as a packed lunch. Packed full of vibrant phytonutrients and fibre - you won’t get that sluggish feeling...
Tzatziki
This tzatziki is another great, refreshing yogurt dip that goes well alongside a yummy dish of chili! Ingredients: 250g Greek yoghurt 2 cloves garlic 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/4 large cucumber (peeled and de-seeded) Then grate and squeeze out to get rid of...
Avocado & broad bean dip
A lovely vibrant green avocado and broad bean dip, great for a summer lunch or picnic. This is a great alternative to the usual guacamole, incorporating some delicious seasonal, fresh broad beans and mint. As well as being delicious and a staple part of many a diet...
Sweet potato crisps
Sweet potatoes are a complex carbohydrate made up of different sugar molecules. For this reason, they take longer for your body to break them down than simple carbs. This means they release 'energy' into the body a lot more slowly than potatoes do, and so effectively...
Classic energy balls
Energy balls are pretty much the perfect snack as they offer a satiating combination of protein, carbs, and fats. Plus, they're totally customisable and portable. There are many, many different combinations of energy balls out there so it's really a question of...