Tag: vegan

Chickpeas with dill

Want some bean protein without the gas? Add dill. Chickpeas are not only a good source of protein but are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Dill is carminative, which means it calms and soothes the digestive tract and minimises rumbling and grumblings and flatulence. It is also rich in antioxidants and vitamins, including […]

Sea Spaghetti

Himanthalia elongata Sea spaghetti has a mild sweet taste. It cooks up in minutes, tastes great and makes a healthy substitute for conventional pasta. Chop and add to salads, stir-fries, soups and stews, or serve it in place of a green vegetable. If you like a savoury chew try eating it raw, fresh or dried. […]

Sweet Potato Cream Sauce

Sweet potatoes are nutritious and delicious. They are packed with beta-carotene, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients. Due to their B6, potassium and magnesium content they may help to calm an upset stomach. Sweet potatoes also help to cleanse the digestive tract by soaking up toxins.  Serves 2-4 Ingredients 350gms of sweet potato, chopped into medium-sized chunks […]

Chilli Cucumber Salsa

Ingredients: 1 cucumber 1 chilli pepper 1 sweet orange pepper 1 green pepper 1 sweet red pepper 3 tablespoons of olive oil 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar 1 cup of rocket leaves 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder 1 clove of garlic Directions: Peel the cucumber, cut into small pieces and place a in food processor […]

Vegan Pizza

Cauliflower Pizza Crust Ingredients: 2 cups of grated cauliflower 3⁄4 cup almond meal 2 tbsp of chia seeds mixed with 6 tbsp of water and set aside (acts as binder) A pinch of unrefined sea salt 1 teaspoon of garlic powder 1 teaspoon of dried Italian herbs Directions: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Finely  grate the […]

Sweet Potato Flatbread

Ingredients: 2 med or 1 lg boiled/steamed sweet potato 2 cups spelt flour 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 level tsp ground cumin or cinnamon (optional) Directions: Mash the sweet potato in a large mixing bowl. Mix spelt flour with seasoning and slowly combine with mashed sweet potato until you have a soft  moist dough that is […]

Pumpkin Seed Pate

Ingredients: 250 g pumpkin seeds — best pre-soaked overnight 50 ml olive oil 60 ml water 1 clove of garlic ¼ tsp of turmeric powder 2 tbsp of miso paste 2 tbsp of lemon juice ½ tsp unrefined sea salt Directions: Cover the pumpkin seeds with filtered water, add a little unrefined sea salt or […]