21 Aug, 2026 | Recipes
This nutritious and simple coconut flour loaf is high in fibre and combined here with plenty of egg, delivers a slightly spongy and well-structured loaf with a delicate coconut note, delicious straight from the oven or toasted with butter. Coconut flour absorbs...
17 Aug, 2026 | News, Recipes
Quinoa is a complete protein; it is also naturally gluten-free, high in fibre and a good source of magnesium, iron and manganese. Its slightly nutty flavour works so well against roasted vegetables and punchy dressings like the pomegranate one here. The purple...
29 Jul, 2026 | News, Recipes
Parsnips are one of the great underrated root vegetables of winter – sweeter than potato, earthier than carrot, with a high fibre content, immune-boosting vitamin C and heart-healthy potassium. Pan-frying (or roasting, which I would recommend if you have the...
19 Jul, 2026 | Recipes
If you’re looking for a loaf that’s as nourishing as it is satisfying, this Scandinavian-style seeded bread is sure to become a favourite. Packed with wholesome grains and seeds, it’s dense, hearty and full of rich, nutty flavour, making it perfect...
20 Apr, 2026 | News, Recipes
The sweet potato is a nutrional ‘super-root – it provides the Vitamin A and slow-release energy our bodies crave during the autumn transition. They are packed with fibre, especially when the skin is left on which supports beneficial gut bacteria. Best of...
1 Mar, 2026 | Recipes
This delicious coconut, honey and lime loaf cake which is also gluten-free, is perfect for slicing and putting in the kid’s (or your) lunchbox. It keeps or toasts well too. Coconut flour is incredibly high in fibre, which supports healthy digestion and keeps you...
26 Jan, 2026 | Recipes
Ground turmeric is surprisingly versatile, it is a warm and earthy spice, long-valued in Indian cooking and traditional medicine. Its active compound, curcumin, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is often linked to joint health and...
19 Jan, 2026 | Recipes
In this recipe, the turmeric and coconut oil work together beautifully. Turmeric has an active compound, curcumin, know for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Cooking with turmeric and coconut oil, plus a pinch of black pepper helps improve absorption...
1 Dec, 2025 | News, Recipes
A fresh spring-inspired risotto made with organic arborio rice, lemon, dill or parsley and French green beans. You could easily substitue the green beans with asparagus, or use a combination of both. Risotto is a nourishing dish, gentle on digestion. The addition of...
3 Sep, 2025 | News, Recipes
Serves 4 as main or 6 as side Enjoy this nourishing, flavour-packed winter Freekeh dish that uses vegetable broth to infuse depth and warmth into the grain. It’s perfect as a main or robust side and works well warm or at room temperature. Freekeh is a roasted...
21 Jul, 2025 | News, Recipes
This winter-warming delicious soup is made from the Manly Food Co-op Soup Mix containing green split peas, red split lentils, green lentils, borlotti beans and navy beans. The soup is high in fibre, rich in plant-based protein and packed with vitamins and minerals...
9 Jun, 2025 | News, Recipes
This comforting winter drink is very delicious as well as having real nutritional and therapeutic value. It is packed with immune-supportive ingredients, eases sore throats and aids digestion. Honey is a natural sweetner with antibacterial qualities whilst the lemon...
9 Jun, 2025 | News, Recipes
This is a delicious gluten-free cake which keeps very well. In fact, the flavours develop even more, a day or two later! It is naturally sweetened with honey which has a lower glycaemic index than refined sugar, it contains antioxidants, is antibacterial and...
9 Jun, 2025 | News, Recipes
This delicious warming dish offers a balance of nutrition and comfort. The root veggies are rich in fibre, beta-carotene and antioxidants, great for digestion and immune health. Honey provides natural energy and has antibacterial qualities. Labneh is a probiotic-rich...
6 Jun, 2025 | News, Recipes
Labneh is a strained yogurt cheese that originates in the Levantine and Middle Eastern region. It’s made by draining yogurt until much of its whey is removed, resulting in a thick, creamy, tangy spread – similar in texture to cream cheese but healthier and...
17 May, 2025 | News, Recipes
These delicious and easy crackers are bursting with goodness – packed with fibre, healthy fats and minerals from a variety of seeds. Use a blend of wholewheat flour for extra nutrition, or if you prefer, stick to plain flour only. Olive oil keeps them crisp and...
10 May, 2025 | News, Recipes
This is a delicious autumnal dish, when fresh cherry tomatoes are not so readily available. It is virtually made from store-cupboard ingredients, apart from the fresh herbs and garlic. The canned cherry tomatoes capture the sun-ripened sweetness of summer, creating a...
2 Mar, 2025 | News, Recipes
This is a delicious and filling salad using Freekeh, which is high in fibre, protein and essential minerals, supports digestion, heart health, and blood sugar control, and is a nutrient-dense whole grain for sustained energy. Swap out the vegetables listed below for...
3 Feb, 2025 | News, Recipes
This savoury umami popcorn snack is quick and very easy to make. Be sure to double the quantity required as once you start eating them, it’s very hard to stop! The umami flavour comes from nutritional yeast – a nutrient-rich food packed with B vitamins,...
27 Jan, 2025 | News, Recipes
These delicious Crunchy Chocolate Bliss Balls are a perfect mix of nutty, chocolatey and chewy textures with a hint of crunch from the buckwheat and popcorn. They are also a super healthy snack, the ingredients offering sustained energy, fibre and essential nutrients...
18 Dec, 2024 | News, Recipes
Tricolour quinoa tabbouleh is a great Christmas dish as the predominant colours are green and red. Plus in summer, parsley and mint are in abundance. Traditional tabbouleh is usually made with bulgar wheat but quinoa provides more protein, amino acids and minerals. It...
20 Nov, 2024 | News, Recipes
I love this fresh, zingy and wholesome salad – and it’s easy to swap out the vegetables and herbs. Fantastic by itself for lunch or served with fish or meat for dinner. Low in fat while high in protein and fibre, freekeh (pronounced free-keh) does a whole lot of...
4 Nov, 2024 | News, Recipes
These delicious, chewy, spelt, coconut and sultana cookies are very quick and easy to whip up without the need for fancy equipment. They are low on sugar levels, so are a relatively healthy snack and you could swap the raw sugar for coconut sugar for an even...
30 Oct, 2024 | News, Recipes
This simple dish is a great choice for a midweek springtime dinner or an accompaniment to a summer picnic – it’s also a good way of using up some veggies you may have hanging around in the fridge; I added cubed fennel pieces when I was frying up the carrots and...
