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Christmas themed cranberry and baby spinach salad

Ingredients: 1 packet baby spinach 2/3 cup flaked almonds, toasted 1 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 5 Tbsp raw honey 1/2 cup olive oil 1 Tbsp finely minced onion 2 Tbsp sesame seeds , toasted Method: For the dressing: Whisk together the white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar and honey until it is well combined. Stir in olive oil, onion and sesame seeds. Set aside. For …

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Quinoa Sushi

Ingredients (Serves 3): • 275 Grams Quinoa • 150 Grams Smoked trout or any other fish that you like • 1 Cup Greek yogurt • 2 Tablespoons Wasabi paste, or more to taste • Lemon pepper to taste • Salt to taste • 3 Tablespoons Sushi vinegar • Nori sheets as needed • 1 Carrot, …

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Low Carb Breakfast Wrap to start off Diabetes Month

If you have been diagnosed with Diabetes or you are pre-diabetic and you need to make radical changes in your current diet – this low carb breakfast wrap is a filling, veggie-loaded option that promises to hit the spot without spiking your glucose levels. Low Carb Breakfast Wrap (Serves 1) Ingredients: 3 large eggs, free-range …

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World Egg Day calls for celebratory Shakshuka

Yes it’s Friday the 13th but this recipe is foolproof! No broken egg yolks here (we hope!). It makes me so happy that we have a whole day dedicated to the humble egg – so versatile, affordable and nutritious. Eggs often get a bad rep for being too high in fat or cholesterol and yes, …

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Chicken & Courgette Pasta

(serves 2) Ingredients: 250g courgettes 150gmushroom 100g tomatoes 1 small avocado 50g unsalted cashews 2 tablespoons pesto 1 tablespoons olive oil Clove of garlic Herbs: Basil, salt, pepper Meat and fish variations: Add 90-120 gram chicken per person Add 90-120 gram salmon per person Method: In a pan sauté the garlic and onion in olive …

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One Pan Roast Chicken & Veggies

(serves 2) Ingredients: 2 medium chicken breasts, chopped 1 cup bell pepper, chopped ½ onion, chopped 1 cup brussel sprouts, chopped 1 cup broccoli florets 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)   Method: Preheat oven to 200’C. Chop all the veggies into …

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Five uses for your trusty blender

Has your blender made its way to the back of the cupboard because the idea of making a smoothie in this chilly Winter puts you off ? Dust the handy appliance off ASAP. Here are 5 fantastic uses for your trusty blender. Homemade Hummus Ingredients: 200g tinned chickpeas 2 tbsp lemon juice (or more) 2 …

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Have yourself a Merry Christmas in July

Who doesn’t love a mid-year Christmas? If you are feeling festive this July – give these simple but oh-so-yummy recipes a try. Salmon with Roasted Veggies (serves 4) Ingredients: 2 red onions, cut into wedges 2 red peppers, sliced into strips 1 yellow pepper, sliced into strips 1 zucchini, halved lengthways and thickly sliced 1 …

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