Tag Archives: Vegetarian

Kale, Brussel Sprout, Apple and Pomegranate Salad

Last winter I realised just how tasty brussel sprouts were in a salad.  Even my son, who detests cooked sprouts, really enjoyed a salad I made for Christmas Day using raw brussel sprouts and this one is not too dissimilar … Continue reading

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Chocolate and Hazelnut Tarts

These little tarts are divine. They look and taste absolutely delicious and I found them fairly simple to make, especially as I had a little helper in the kitchen, who was also taster-in-chief. I  had ample ‘pastry’ for 36 mini … Continue reading

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Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup

I have often mentioned that my husband is addicted to soup.   So much so, that I sometimes have trouble keeping up with a supply, especially during the summer months when I am often found on the Isle of Wight.  I … Continue reading

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Mango, Sesame and Avocado Quinoa

This beautiful salad could be a meal in itself but I decided to try it with some left-over shredded beef which I had made the day before. Instead of pitta bread,  I served my beef on some toasted flaxseed focaccia … Continue reading

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Kale and Cabbage Salad

A simple yet tasty salad which I served with chicken strips and cauliflower steaks the first evening. I had enough left-over for the following day so I sprinkled a tablespoon of my frozen lemon granules over it, and WOW did … Continue reading

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Watermelon Sashimi

It’s true what they say, sometimes the best things in life are free! My daughter-in-law gave me a lovely ripe watermelon when she left after joining us for a holiday on the Isle of Wight. A couple of days later, … Continue reading

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Baked Avocado Fries

I saw this recipe disappear down my newsfeed on Facebook one hot summer’s evening just as my husband and I fancied something to nibble on.  I even had an opened bottle of Sriracha in the fridge so set about quickly … Continue reading

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Avocado, Beetroot and Houmous on Flaxseed Focaccia

I recently came across this recipe as Jamie Oliver‘s “recipe of the day” and thought what an unusual breakfast it would make.  My husband loves trying out anything new that I produce in the kitchen so I thought I would … Continue reading

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Pineapple Salsa

Another dish I have been making for these glorious summer days is this pineapple salsa, which is so deliciously refreshing and goes with almost anything, fish, chicken, burgers etc.  It is also extremely tasty in wraps, especially baby gem lettuce … Continue reading

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Mango and Avocado Salsa

This sweet and spicy salsa is perfect to serve with chicken or fish;  is ideal as a dip or used in a gluten-free wrap along with some shredded chicken etc.   It’s rather nice to leave on the table with a … Continue reading

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