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Recipe: Easy Trail Mix
One of my go to snack recommendations is trail mix. It is so easy to make, is packed with nutrients and offers a balance of macronutrients to help achieve your nutrition goals. I have put together a basic recipe, which you can adapt to suit your taste, as the great thing about this recipe is you can personalise it to include the foods and ingredients that you love, and every batch can be different, depending on what you feel like having at the time!
Recipe: Lentil Bolognese
Our lentil Bolognese recipe is a plant-based take on a classic. Swapping minced meat for lentils packs this dish with gut loving fibre while providing a rich source of plant-based protein. This recipe is sure to give you those classic comforting flavours you love with an added fibre-boost.
Recipe: Citrus Roasted Salmon
This roasted salmon recipe is a simple way to prepare perfectly cooked salmon. Sometimes simple is best!e. Not only is salmon a great source of protein, but it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can be extremely beneficial for overall health, especially in people with PCOS and endometriosis. Packed with fresh and vibrant citrus flavours and a perfect blend of middle eastern spices, this dish is sure to be a favourite.
Recipe: Gooey Chocolatey Banana Bread
This gooey chocolate banana bread recipe turned out so gooey and moist and lasts for a good week and remains soft and delicious. Adding sour cream adds so much moisture to the batter and of course the chocolate chips add that irresistible indulgence!
Recipe: Peanut Butter Balls
Don't you just love it when you remember an old recipe you used to make all the time and haven't done for ages!?! This is so simple and easy and the chocolate coating makes them feel like little piece of luxury! The great thing about making balls like this is you can use any nut butter you like and could even add other things like coconut, cranberries or other dried fruit, orange zest...the list goes on.
Recipe: Homemade Oreo Cookies
Ok people, here’s one for the weekend! Home made Oreos! A friend recently lent me their Ottolenghi ’Sweet’ book and there are sooooo many delicious options to choose from but this was first on the list according to the small people in the house! They wanted the creamy filling so we made our own thick buttercream instead of the Ottolenghi version of chocolate ganache (yum!) and here’s how we did it.
Recipe: Wintery Parsnip Soup
There’s nothing more comforting in the cold dark winter than a bowl of warm delicious soup. Soup is such an easy option for a quick lunch or dinner and it's something you can make a big batch of and have leftovers or freeze some for another day.
Parsnips are one of my favourite winter vegetables and so full of flavour they make a delicious ingredient for soups! In this recipe (one of my mum’s recipes) we use apples which add a touch of sweetness.
Recipe: Moroccan Inspired Traybake
Our Moroccan inspired traybake packed with fibre from the lovely veggies as well as healthy fats from the spicy tahini drizzle. It’s also a creative way of including cinnamon in a savoury dish, as we know cinnamon may help with some PCOS symptoms. A super simple, minimal mess recipe that packs lots of flavour and nutritional benefits!
Recipe: Pita Bread
I grew up on pita bread and hummus as a dietary staple so this recipe is a firm favourite in our house. If you struggle with PCOS, you might feel that bread is off limits, but that is simply not the case. All breads can be part of a healthy balanced diet so instead of fearing bread, aim to include a variety of wholegrains and carbohydrates in your diet and this pita bread can be one of them. Let me know if you try making it!
Recipe: Overnight Oats
Looking for a delicious, low effort breakfast recipe for those busy mornings? These overnight oats have got you covered. This recipe is packed with fibre, omega-3’s and protein to keep you fueled and satisfied throughout the morning.
Recipe: Chickpea and Aubergine Stew
This chickpea and aubergine stew is a take on a Lebanese dish called ‘maghmour’. The dish is packed with fibre from the various vegetables and the chickpeas are also a great source of plant based protein.
Recipe: Protein Pancakes
These pancakes are a great way to use protein powder when you want a bit of a change from shakes and smoothies! With just a few staple ingredients, you can have a delicious high protein breakfast perfect for you and your family to enjoy.
Recipe: Humble Hummus Recipe
Possibly my favourite recipe of all time as it is simple, nutritious, delicious and reminds me of home! Humble hummus!
Recipe: Christmas Granola
Christmas is all about food and giving edible gifts is a great option if you are being environment conscious yet still want to show someone you care and appreciate them!
Recipe: Chocolate Date Cake
This is one of those recipes my kids love to make, as they love chopping the dates, tasting the chocolate chips and licking the bowl.
The end result is a moist and fluffy chocolate cake with a decadent topping. You only need a small square for it to satisfy that chocolate craving!
Recipe: Veggie & Cheese Frittata
Easy and delicious, this simple recipe includes the nutritional powerhouse eggs and is a great addition to any brunch or lunch box!
Recipe: Homemade granola - PCOS & Fertility friendly!
Homemade granola - full of whole grains, nuts and seeds and packs a great punch in optimising your nutrient intakes for fertility as well as for managing conditions like PCOS.
Recipe: Quinoa Bites
Easy recipe to use leftover quinoa, combing oats, fruit and chocolate....what could be better!
Recipe: Cauliflower, Pomegranate, and Pistachio Salad
Cauliflower Salad - simple, delicious and full of fibre.
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