This is a super simple and tasty meal that’s full of texture, flavour and sparkle and goes something like this. Put your hands on your hips, and bring your knees in tight .. ok, not exactly like that, but it’s pretty … Continue reading Grilled Fish with Asparagus & Crispy Kale
These rice free nori rolls are just the ticket for a light, nourishing and energy sustaining lunch. My body is evolving, transforming and sensitive to food at the moment … I’m not sure what to eat so have to give … Continue reading Spicy Egg Nori Rolls
I felt like a light lunch today and I fired it up with some fish cooked in chilli … and it goes something like this … Ingredients: 250g white fish fillets – I used Barramundi (a line caught river fish found … Continue reading Crunchy Fish Salad
This simple and delicious stir fry was so easy and the whole delicious process took about 20 minutes. Totally gluten free, dairy free, salt free and sugar free – the flavour really packs a punch! The idea is to have everything about the same size so they cook evenly … this serves two people … mix it up and add whatever you have in the fridge — carrots, sugar snap peas, spinach, celery — go with your heart … Ingredients: 1 small red onion, finely sliced 1 small fennel bulb, finely sliced 1/2 red capsicum (pepper), finely sliced 1 cup broccoli florets, small pieces … Continue reading Prawn & Vegetable Stir Fry
This Spicy Lamb Curry really knocked my socks off … maybe I will cut back on the chilli next time!!! I am not adding any salt to my food so have reverted back to making my own spice mixes for curry’s as the ready made mixes in the store all seem to have salt. I love the process of making my own – so much fun – exploring how different a curry tastes with such minor tweaks to the ingredients. This is a great foundation and you can start exploring making your own! Spice blend ingredients: 2 teaspoons black peppercorns 2 … Continue reading Spicy Lamb Curry
I don’t usually have a diatribe before the recipe, but feel this is relevant today as it was when this recipe came into being in March 2014 … (written in April 2014) Twenty two days ago I had a total laparoscopic hysterectomy – my uterus, ovaries and cervix were all removed with key hole surgery. After a four hour operation and three days in hospital, I am on a very steady and beautiful recovery and recuperation. Over the last four weeks, my food has been as much a part of the healing as the preparation, operation and rest. I now truly see … Continue reading Watercress, Spinach & Pea Soup
In honour of my birthday today, I felt to share the most light and lovely gluten free orange & almond cake that was dreamt up by my dear friend Michelle. She is a baker extraordinaire and her gluten and dairy free recipes are simple, easy and scrumptious. I’ve slightly tweaked it by adding coconut, but you can leave that out if you want to 🙂 Ingredients: 3 eggs Zest and juice of two oranges 160 grams dairy free margarine 1/3 cup coconut sugar 250 grams almond meal 2 teaspoons vanilla powder 2/3 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup shredded coconut 100g flaked … Continue reading Gluten Free Orange & Almond Cake
What inspires me is how people respond to food. When I served this gluten free, dairy free, salt and sugar free salad for lunch the response was “wow, this tastes amazing!” It’s so simple to cook simply and have stacks of flavour and vitality in a meal. It can be light yet satisfying, tasty and nourishing all at the same time. We don’t have to miss out on flavour when going gluten free! This takes about 10-15 minutes from pan to table for two people 🙂 Ingredients: 2 small/medium lamb leg steaks Tbls olive oil for cooking Cracked black pepper … Continue reading Lamb & Avocado Salad
My amazing friend Candida lives in California and comes up with some cracking recipes … here’s one she shared with me that needs to be shared with you all! Here’s a recipe for your blog that I’ve been enjoying of late and felt to share. Super easy to make for breakfast, brunch, lunch or a balmy evening supper. Have a lovely day. with love, Candida x Spicy fish salad A piece of white fish, I keep frozen Tilapia in the freezer A large handful of Arugula (rocket) Dried chilli flakes Flaked coconut chips or desiccated coconut Furikake (black and white … Continue reading Spicy Fish Salad
This is the perfect salad for a picnic on the beach… or for lunch at work, or when friends come around for dinner, or supper for one – it’s so light and delicious! Ingredients (serves two): 1 small fennel bulb 1 firm green pear 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves 1 cup raw walnuts 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Juice from one small lemon 4 tablespoons of macadamia nut oil – or any oil you choose Method: Thinly slice the fennel and pear into pieces you can eat with a fork Thinly slice the mint leaves Break the walnuts into smaller … Continue reading Waldorf Salad ~ Sarah Style
Healthy Cooking for Beginners - Heal Yourself With Food 