A healthy store cupboard gives you somewhere to start when fresh food is running low and dinner needs to happen. It does not need to contain every grain, spice or pulse you have ever seen in a recipe. The most useful collection is one that suits your appetite, your cooking habits and the space you …
Baked salmon with herby crushed potatoes makes a satisfying dinner with very little fuss. The fish is simply seasoned and baked until it flakes easily, while the potatoes are broken into rough pieces and folded with fresh herbs. A spoonful of lemon yoghurt brings the two together, and green beans give the plate a fresh, …
Rainbow Slaw With Lime and Sesame is a crisp, colourful side dish built around finely sliced cabbage, carrot and sweet pepper. A light dressing of lime, ginger and toasted sesame oil coats the vegetables, while sesame seeds add a nutty finish. It is a useful recipe when you want something fresh beside a warm meal, …
Easy salmon, broad beans, peas and tamari rice saladPerfect for an office lunch or light dinner, this easy but tasty gluten-free recipe creates a well-balanced meal with plenty of proteins, fibers and a modest amount of carbs. The Tamari sauce, (a mild healthier type of soy sauce) and the spring onions add a touch of …
When the weather turns cold, a meal can offer more than something to eat. A steaming bowl, a soft potato centre or a familiar sauce can make the table feel particularly welcoming. Eating for comfort in colder months can sit happily alongside a varied diet. The useful question is how to make the meals you …
When it comes to food, most of us tend to be stuck in rut, and most people ignore the amazing power that natural foods have on our health and wellbeing. So here you go with some tips from a health coach. 1.PUMPKIN Pumpkins are not only delicious but they are rich in Vitamin A and …
Chicken and vegetable noodle broth brings tender chicken, colourful vegetables and soft noodles together in a light, savoury bowl. Ginger and garlic give the stock warmth, while a squeeze of lemon at the end keeps the flavour fresh. It is a satisfying supper when you want something you can eat with a spoon, with a …
Busy mornings leave little room for breakfast decisions. Between getting dressed, finding keys and helping everyone out of the house, even a simple meal can feel awkward to organise. Making breakfast work starts with removing those small obstacles, so eating fits into the morning you actually have. You do not need a different recipe every …
Baked falafel with tahini and pickled onions makes a generous sharing plate, with warm, herby patties, creamy sesame sauce and a bright tangle of pink onion. Set out crunchy vegetables and warm flatbreads alongside, then let everyone assemble their own plate. Keeping the components separate until serving preserves the contrast between the falafel crust and …
A handful of herbs can make a familiar meal feel fresh without changing the whole recipe. The easiest place to begin is with something you already cook: a jacket potato, scrambled eggs, a bowl of pasta or beans warmed for lunch. Think of herbs as an ingredient you can reach for as naturally as pepper …
