Incaberry, Ginger, Tahini & Molasses Hot Cross Buns

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hot cross buns

It’s that time of year again… Easter! Which means chocolate, but also Hot Cross Buns! Well this year, I’ve got something interesting for you; Incaberry, Ginger, Tahini & Molasses Hot Cross Buns – something a little different :D.  But definitely something DELICIOUS! Guten-free, primal and perfect if you’re looking for a different take on the traditional HCB. Recipe Type: GF, … Read More

Summer Prawn, Mango, Avocado and Lime Salad

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Prawn, Mango, Avocado

All the best things about Summer in one dish! This Prawn, Mango, Avocado and Lime Salad works great as a main lunch dish or as a refreshing side to serve at a gathering. The chilli-marinated prawns provide a tasty source of protein. Avocado and olive oil give beautiful, real food monounsaturated fats (did you know that oleocanthal, a compound found … Read More

Crispy Chicken

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crispy Chicken

Who doesn’t love Crispy Chicken pieces? These are such a winner especially with the kids. In these ones I’ve used the same principle as I did for my Crispy Sardine Sprats to make these crispy chicken pieces gluten, dairy, egg and nut-free so they are VERY allergen friendly. Recipe Type: GF, DF, RSF, Paleo Serves 1 Time  30 min Ingredients: 1/4 C … Read More

Pumpkin Toast

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pumpkin toast

I’m a massive proponent of eating whole foods wherever possible and this Pumpkin Toast is such a great way to do so at breakfast! Inspired by Casey-Lee Lyons‘ “Sweet Potato Toast”, I’ve been having this pumpkin toast for breakfast a lot lately, it’s so easy and delicious! Recipe Type: GF, DF, RSF, Paleo, V Serves 1 Time  20 min Ingredients: A few … Read More

Low FODMAP Nori Roll – Paleo

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nori roll

Did you know that seaweed is a fabulous source of iodine? Usually only found in seafoods, it is essential for the functioning of our thyroid and deficiency can cause cretinism and other neural disorders. This is just another excuse I get to use to eat a Nori Roll! And I figured there’s no reason why I shouldn’t enjoy it while … Read More

Satay Salmon with Satay Cauliflower Rice

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satay salmon

Wholefood satay is such a versatile condiment! This satay salmon is simply delicious salmon marinated in my Easy Satay Sauce before grilling and serving with satay cauli rice. Takes all of about 20 mins to serve up and tastes AMAZING! Recipe Type: GF, DF, RSF, Paleo Serves 1 Time  20 min Ingredients: 1 fillet of salmon 1/3 C Satay Sauce (recipe here) … Read More

Easy Satay Sauce

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satay sauce

Whip up this 4-ingredient satay sauce whenever you’re in a hurry and need something tasty for your dinner or to impress guests! It’s a very versatile sauce – I use it as you would any satay sauce; in a chicken dish, but it’s also nice to marinade some salmon or chicken drumsticks before grilling. One of my favourite new uses for … Read More

Crispy Sardine Sprats

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crispy Sardine

Sardines are extremely nutritious. They’re packed with long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, protein, iron, zinc and many other minerals. They’re also a more sustainable seafood as they’re much lower down on the food chain. They are, however, not always the most tasty food! This recipe is a different take on sardines that (at least for me) makes them way more … Read More

Superfood Zucchini Fritters

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zucchini fritters

I love a good fritter. Zucchini fritters, carrot fritters, pumpkin fritters, mixed-veggie fritters, you name it. Fritters are so versatile – perfect for fancy homemade brunches, satisfying packed lunches for school or work, not to mention easy and kid-friendly breakfasts and dinners! PLUS they’re REALLY easy to make. When I make fritters, I’m usually making them as a vegetarian protein … Read More