SPICED FRUIT BARS
A healthful combination of dried fruits, oats, nuts, seeds and naturally sweet spices – and, yes, veg – these bars are perfect for sustaining energy levels…
QUINOA & BORLOTTI BURGERS
Having struggled with the idea of including a veggie burger, mainly due to its old-school vegetarian connotations, this recipe won me over. Quinoa is usually cooked…
YAKISOBA WITH TOFU AND GOLDEN CASHEWS
Yakisoba simply means stir-fried noodles and the secret to a successful stir-fry is preparation – make sure you have all the flavourings measured and veg prepared…
VIETNAMESE CRISPY TOFU & CASHEW SALAD
Sweet, sour, hot, spicy and salty, this vibrant salad includes all five elements that are fundamental to Vietnamese cooking. Vital, too, is the contrast in textures,…
MANGO SUSHI
Fresh mango steeped in a ginger sugar syrup provides a sweet contrast to sticky coconut rice. A wet knife makes the rice easier to cut and gives this dish a neater,…
FATTOUSH WITH SPICED ALMONDS
This twist on the popular Lebanese salad is made with vibrant, crisp vegetables in an orangey pistachio oil dressing. Instead of the more usual addition of crisp…
MINI MANGO CHEESECAKES
These pocket-sized cheesecakes are just right for kids and are given a nutritional boost with a base made of nuts and seeds, rather than the more usual sugary…
MEXICAN PANZANELLA
This takes many of the features of the classic Tuscan panzanella salad and adapts them by adding a chipotle-infused dressing, red kidney beans and plenty of fresh…
SPEEDY PAN PIZZAS
When asked what their favourite food is, most kids will say pizza. Shop-bought pizzas often don’t come up to scratch health-wise, but making your own using a…
OSSAU IRATY, ROAST ASPARAGUS & CROUTON SALAD
Ossau iraty is a French semi-hard sheep’s cheese with a nutty taste and creamy texture that complements the earthy beetroot. Use Parmesan, Gruyere or Emmental,…
ROAST VEGGIE TART
A pack of puff pastry always makes a useful standby and can be transformed into all sorts of sweet and savoury goodies. For instance, impress friends and family…
CAULIFLOWER COUSCOUS WITH POMEGRANATE
Cauliflower, when grated into fine grains, makes a surprisingly good and nutritious alternative to couscous, and is both low-carb and gluten-free. Pomegranate…
RAMEN WITH PINK EGGS
I haven’t met a child who doesn’t like noodles and the beauty of ramen is its versatility, so as long the noodles and broth are at the heart of the dish, you…
SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD WITH HERB MAYO
Make the most of summer vegetables when in season with this pretty, vibrant side salad. The herb-infused homemade mayonnaise adds the final flourish! It’s delicious…
BEETROOT/BEET SOUP WITH APPLE & HAZELNUT
This rich, velvety, vibrant soup comes with a topping of Greek yogurt, diced apple and toasted hazelnuts, which not only add flavour and contrast in texture, but…
TAGLIATELLE WITH ASPARAGUS & WILD GARLIC PESTO
Homemade pesto takes a matter of minutes and is fresher and cheaper than shop bought, especially with foraged ingredients. Pesto can be so much more than the classic…