Do you feel as though you need a bit of an immune boost? Try this delicious carrot, apple and root ginger juice! It's so simple to make and with just 3 ingredients, it's healthy and packed full of goodness. 1 x glass of carrot juice - you choose the size that you prefer 1 x apple, peeled and chopped 1 x wedge of root ginger, 1" square, chopped into tiny pieces Pop the three … [Read more...]
The Tastiest, Easiest & Dairy-Free Chocolate Mousse…Ever!
December 10, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Chocolate Mousse Calling all chocoholics. Now you can enjoy chocolate mousse without feeling guilty! This amazing tasting recipe is not only VERY chocolatey, but it's also dairy-free and packed full of goodness. Oh, and it's dead-easy to make. Sound too good to be true? For this recipe you will need: 1/4 cup pitted medjool dates soaked (optional) 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon … [Read more...]
Weight management is easy with this Italian-style lunch, packed with goodness!
July 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I made this very simple recipe for lunch today, it was so tasty that I felt the need to share it! Butter Bean Salad This great tasting recipe is packed full of goodness. The main ingredients are butter beans from the family of pulses. Pulses are a fantastic food that contain protein, lots of nutrients and natural fibre. If you are trying to manage your weight, this type of food is a great … [Read more...]
Spinach Made Easy
May 21, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Following on from my posts about olive oil and eating seasonal foods, I want to share this very simple way of making a delicious bowl of spinach. You will need: - A bag of spinach, washed in cold water - Glove of garlic, crushed - Enough olive oil to coat the bottom of a large frying pan Place the washed spinach in a large saucepan and cover with a lid. Do not add any additional water as the … [Read more...]
A Simple, Favourite Italian Recipe
April 28, 2009 By 1 Comment
Before leaving to spend the summer in Italy, many clients asked me the same question, "Will you be able to provide us with healthy, tasty and easy Italian recipes?" Let's start the cookery lessons here. To anyone who enjoys a good aubergine (eggplant or in italian, melanzana) as much as me, here's a VERY simple and delicious recipe. One of the reasons why I like aubergines so much is that … [Read more...]
Vanilla Spice Oatmeal
March 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Ingredients 3 1/2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional 2 cups old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, optional 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch nutmeg 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, plus more, to taste 1 cup lowfat milk, divided 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Directions In a medium saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Stir in the oats and … [Read more...]
Strawberry and Mozzarella Salad
March 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 heart romaine lettuce, torn or cut into bite-sized pieces (3 cups lightly packed) 1 8-ounce container of strawberries, hulled and sliced 3 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, diced (about 3/4 cup) 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons Directions In a small bowl whisk … [Read more...]
