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A full tray of vegetables is roasted until tender and lightly charred, including a whole head of garlic that turns soft, mellow, and almost buttery in the oven. Everything then gets blended with broth and a splash of coconut milk to turn it into a creamy, veggie-packed soup. The flavour is subtle and comforting, with r
A zest, salty, rich, nutty pesto made with toasted pistachios, fresh basil, lemon, and nutritional yeast. Toss it through pasta, spread it onto sandwiches, spoon it over roasted vegetables, or scoop it up with crackers.
This rice dish is gently infused with the fresh tastes of cilantro and lime, creating an ideal accompaniment to bold, flavourful meals across various cuisines. It's particularly delightful alongside Latin-American inspired dishes, though it also complements Indian cuisine beautifully.
This smoothie is creamy, tropical, and piña colada-inspired, with sweet pineapple, banana, and coconut milk doing most of the flavour work. The coconut flavour is mild thanks to the light coconut milk, while the spinach blends right in, adding a vibrant green colour without making the smoothie taste overly green.
Get ready to savour the bold and spicy flavours of Sichuan cuisine with this mapo tofu recipe. This iconic dish features tofu in a fiery sauce, enriched with the deep flavours of fermented chili paste. It delivers an intense spiciness, featuring both traditional heat and the unique numbing sensation, known as "málà," f
This easy vegan poke bowl is all about bold flavours and satisfying textures. Teriyaki-glazed tofu brings a rich, umami-packed bite while keeping it high in protein. Inspired by Hawaiian and Japanese flavours, it’s layered with sushi rice, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and hearty edamame. A drizzle of spicy sriracha
This bubbly drink is fruity, refreshing, and just sweet enough, with raspberries, fresh lemon, and a little maple syrup blended into a pretty pink base. It’s a fun way to make water feel a little more special, plus the chia seeds add extra soluble fibre, a fun texture, and lovely little speckles throughout. For somethi
Whenever I want a meal that's fresh and light, I make summer rolls. You get a ton of crunchy veg, satisfying protein from lemongrass tofu, and a little extra heft from the rice paper wrapper and vermicelli inside. They’re colourful, wholesome, and feel-good. The best part is the dip. These are served with a vegan versi
I love finding simple ways to add some fruit to my little one's meals and snacks, and this strawberry and apple purée has been a winner from the start. It's a summery twist on classic applesauce, naturally sweet, and made with just three simple ingredients. It’s suitable from around 6 months, once baby is showing signs
Fattoush is a traditional Lebanese bread salad. Typically the pita wraps would be fried, but we decided to bake them, as this also results in a crispy pita. You can add any fresh vegetables you enjoy, but our combination is quite traditional. It is a very flavourful, fresh, and vibrant salad!
This smoothie gets its creamy, protein-rich base from silken tofu, soy milk, and peanut butter. The timeless combination of peanut butter and berries adds a delightful touch to kickstart your day, while banana brings natural sweetness and oats help make it extra filling. It’s quick, wholesome, and almost milkshake-like
Back in university, I often made a boozy version of this watermelon mojito for summer get-togethers, usually with a splash of white rum. This is my virgin version, and it still has all the fun parts: juicy watermelon, sweet strawberries, fresh lime, fragrant mint, and a fizzy lemon-lime soda finish. It’s refreshing and
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