recipes

jumbo carrot, beetroot & coconut breakfast muffins

jumbo carrot, beetroot & coconut breakfast muffins

These jumbo carrot, beetroot & coconut breakfast muffins have been one of my most popular posts to date. I think its because they are not only delicious (they are tasty as), yet they are also really easy to make. The sweetness of the cooked vegetables brings natural sugars meaning that less maple and honey ...

fruity chocolate frappe

fruity chocolate frappe

This fruity chocolate frappe is absolutely spot-on for the hot weather we are currently experiencing. The frozen banana whips up like ice-cream and creates a luscious drink that pours into the glass all lovely and chocolatey. The apricot brings lovely sweetness and cuts the need for any added sugars of sorts. Enjoy this fruity ...

mushroom buckwheat risotto with goats curd

mushroom buckwheat risotto with goats curd

I can not begin to explain in words how divine this mushroom buckwheat risotto with goats curd recipe is. It does take a little elbow grease and uses some ingredients that may not be an every day pantry staple. But it is unquestionable worth the effort. The earthy, meaty portobello mushrooms nestle on top ...

hazelnut & cacao protein balls

hazelnut & cacao protein balls

These hazelnut & cacao protein balls have been a solid hit in the clinic for some time now. Many clients swear by them as an easy mid-week snack on the go. The great thing about the recipe is that it works well as a base that can be manipulated to suit your needs, whether ...

lemon & poppy seed shortbread

lemon & poppy seed shortbread

gluten free vegan shortbread recipe Gorgeous gluten and dairy free lemon & poppy seed shortbread that taste like the real deal! These ‘buttery’ gems use coconut oil to give a luscious mouth feel. The added millet flour creates extra bite without disrupting that shortbread texture that is so well loved. The maple used creates the ...

spiced gingerbread cake with halva frosting

spiced gingerbread cake with halva frosting

This spiced gingerbread cake with halva frosting was initially baked as a birthday cake, however it is the perfect festive season cake due to it’s lovely ginger bread spices and zesty frosting. The hidden pumpkin in this cake also makes it quite apt for a children’s cake. The batter could be divided into muffin ...

slow roasted tomato & balsamic pizza

slow roasted tomato & balsamic pizza

This slow roasted tomato & balsamic pizza is quite a festive season pizza, bursting with the brilliant red of the slow roasted tomatoes. Depending on where you live in Australia tomatoes vary in their plentifulness. For us here in the Yarra Valley we are sadly saying goodbye to tomatoes as the tomato vines go ...

lychee nectarine and mint summer salad

lychee nectarine and mint summer salad

The concept of this lychee nectarine and mint summer salad was to create an easy mid-week accompaniment to quick protein such as grilled fish or lamb. This salad is also made to serve one, as many people I see are working late hours and need a quick meal for themselves when arriving in the ...

roast cauliflower & quinoa salad

roast cauliflower & quinoa salad

This roast cauliflower and quinoa salad salad is a mid week stable at our house. It compliments all protein sides and is lovely on its own or as an easy lunch on the weekends. I love to cook up a large amount so it can be used for weekday lunches or late night finishes. If you ...

hazelnut and quinoa crumble muffins

hazelnut and quinoa crumble muffins

These delicious muffins caused quite a stir when I first posted pictures of them on facebook. At the time I demolished them too quickly and before I knew it there were no muffins left to take photos of!  I must say I consider that a sign of a good batch! I had the lovely helping ...