Spinach, Lentil & Coconut Dahl

There's something about a bowl of lentil Dahl which is mega comforting, especially in cold weather! As I'm moving house in a couple of weeks, I decided to try and use up everything in my food cupboard, which basically means a lot of lentils, rice and noodles. This recipe came via the half bag of …

Lamb Chops with Cauliflower and Quinoa

If you've read my latest blog post on red meat, you're hopefully feeling reassured that including some red meat in your diet is actually OK, and not something you need to cut out for health reasons. On that note, here's a recipe for you to try. The lamb chops in this recipe are topped with …

Chicken + Vegetable Soup with Quinoa

I love making soup in the winter - it's a great way to pack lots of veggies into your diet, plus a steaming bowl of soup is very comforting when it's cold outside. A quick 15 minutes spent chopping is all it takes to make this hearty chicken and vegetable soup - you can then leave it to bubble away happily for …

Made-From-Scratch Ratatouille

You know those bowls of veggies that sell on the market for a pound a bowl? Well, after buying a glut of tomatoes and aubergines I decided to have a go at making my own ratatouille. It was, shall we say a roaring success (2 people, 2 spoons, no problem). Today my sister asked for the …

Simple Salmon with Green Vegetable Broth

This recipe emerged when I arrived home hungry and opened the fridge to find a salmon fillet and a drawer full of green vegetables! It's fast (10 minutes), it's fresh and you'll score 3 serves of veggies. Simple double up the quantities to serve 2. This is a low carb dish, so if you're coming back from the gym or a …

Turmeric Spiked Savoury Porridge

Over the summer I visited 26 Grains in Covent Garden and tried a bowl of savoury porridge - though it seemed strange when the oats arrived with sautéed kale and an egg perched on top, it was delicious. And why wouldn't it be?  We eat rice as a sweet or savoury dish, and in many cusines, pasta and other grains are …

Watercress, Orange and Pomegranate Salad

This is a very simple Nigel Slater inspired salad which I tried during a seaside break - perfect for summer. The citrus flavours are deliciously sweet but tangy, and pair great with peppery watercress. Try with fish or chicken - or grilled halloumi and mushrooms for a vegetarian alternative. Ingredients 2 large oranges 1 bag watercress (around 170 grams) 1 …

Fennel, Cabbage & Orange Salad

This is one of those throw it all together salads that was inspired by my weekly veg box  when I had a head of cabbage and fennel that needed using . Make a big dish and serve with roasted chicken or some salmon fillets - if you have leftovers, they're brilliant for lunch tossed with mackerel strips. Ingredients …

Carrot Ginger and Orange Soup

I love this brightly coloured winter warmer soup - the addition of orange juice before blending really makes the flavours sing. Try a big bowl after a winter walk or workout - the ginger is a natural analgesic which can soothe muscle soreness. Ingredients 1 tbsp garlic infused olive oil or 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 clove garlic 1 stick …

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Hash

Sometimes things with few ingredients work just right, and this is one of them.  The dish is inspired by one of my dear friends in Paris, who made a similar dish for a lazy brunch one weekend. In this version I've added black beans and omitted the squash - although a mix of sweet potato and squash also …