The more I cook, the more I discover how simple it can all be. Although I’ve always hated wasting food, I’ve only recently got much more into the idea of preserving. Very simply, because it goes hand-in-hand with natural, holistic living. Because as you start to make your own and grow your own, you become…
Salads
Authentic Middle-Eastern Tabbouleh
Tabbouleh has become a popular dish the world over, but it was something I was brought up on, being from a Moroccan / Israeli family. There are some versions of it that I’ve tasted that have just not ‘felt’ right, and I was never able to put my finger on it. Then my husband bought…
Summer Lunch Salad
I’m going to give my mum the credit for this one as she came round and made it for me! So yummy and so full wonderful nutritious organic fruits and vegetables and it really filled me up. Ingredients Handful fresh spinach 5 radishes Some asparagus (we only had tinned but best to use fresh, steam…
Black Rice with Roasted Butternut, Spring Onion & Pumpkin Seeds
In parts of Asia, black rice was given the name ‘forbidden rice’, as it was reserved only for royalty due to its health benefits. It is very high in fibre and antioxidants and is a super anti-inflammatory. Add to that some butternut squash which is also an anti-inflammatory (and because the contrast of colours look…
Lunchtime Quinoa Salad (in preparation for the week)
Stuck on what to make as a healthy lunch? I also find quinoa salad to be such a good, easy and healthy option and today I made a HUGE batch of it which means it will last me until at least Wednesday. Cooking healthy food does take time and preparation, but this took me ten…
Pomegranate & Fennel Salad
Pomegranate always makes for an impressive addition to any dish when you have guests. These beautiful little ruby-like jewels are bursting with flavour and packed with health. Over 8000 years ago they became one of the first cultivated fruits, and ever since have been a symbol of prosperity and abundance in many cultures. They are…
Favourite Summer Salad
This is my ultimate go-to summer salad. It’s so easy and quick to make and works so well as a yummy, filling, nutritious meal to eat out in the garden on a warm evening. You can omit the halloumi if you are vegan, and you don’t have to stick to this recipe, you can add…
Turnip, Apple & Sweet Potato Salad
I’ve been getting some interesting fruits and vegetables through in my weekly Abel & Cole organic fruit and veg box now that the summer season is approaching. I truly believe in eating only what is in season, therefore it has no preservatives and can be totally organic so I’m getting excited now that strawberries, blueberries…
Roasted Lemon, Sweet Potato & Corn Salad
I recently posted my recipe for Roasted Lemon Ice Cream. The roasted lemons also work beautifully in savoury dishes, especially when combined with Mediterranean or Middle Eastern flavours. This salad is filling enough to have as a meal on its own, or it makes a great side for a family braai (South African BBQ) or…
Garlicky Citrus Carrot Salad
A great accompaniment to any meal, or as a meze starter… Ingredients 3 carrots, grated Handful sultanas Half a clove of garlic, crushed Juice of one orange Drizzle of olive oil Himalayan salt & black pepper Method Grate your carrots into a bowl, then crush your garlic into it. Add the rest of the ingredients…