Tag: Low Calorie
Tomato and Basil Risotto
Tomato Risotto is a versatile dish suitable as an accompaniment to many main... Read More
Aubergine and Walnut Dip
Aubergine and Walnut Dip is both simple to prepare and versatile. Serve it a... Read More
Roast Cauliflower with Spices
Roast Cauliflower with Spices can be served as a vegetable, a salad or ... Read More
Yabbie Paté
This tangy Yabbie Paté is perfect for a summer dinner party. With variatious substitutio... Read More
Ricotta Gnocchi
This Gnocchi is Gluten Free, with the ricotta cheese providing a moist texture. Gnocc... Read More
Vegetable Sauces
The Vegetable Sauce recipes below are simply prepared and suitable for the diets as ... Read More
Beet “Tartare”
The flavour of roasted beetroot is enlivened with the addition of orange zest, always a ... Read More
Prawn and Mushroom Curry
Prawn and Mushroom Curry, a favourite in my house, is simple to make and sui... Read More
Papaya Sorbet
Papaya (or Paw Paw) Sorbet, a tasty ice, is simply made without the need of ice cream m... Read More
Flatbread with Yeast
Flatbread, Pitta Bread and Naan are regional variations of flatbread that are su... Read More
Green Beans with Mirin
Lightly steamed Green Beans served with a Japanese style dressing is very simp... Read More
Ricotta Pancakes
Pancakes always seem a treat and these are nutritious as well as being light and flu... Read More
Pineapple and Corn Salad
The sweet and savoury flavours of Pineapple and Corn Salad provide a meal in... Read More
Beetroot and Pomegranate Soup
This Beetroot and Pomegranate Soup combines sweet and earthy flavours. ... Read More
Baked Cheesecake and Grapes
This Baked Cheesecake makes a light and delicious dessert that is particu... Read More
Don’t Judge a Fruit by its Skin
When travelling I enjoy exploring the new and the unexpected; “Chang... Read More
Cornmeal and Blue Cheese Muffins
Cornmeal and Blue Cheese Muffins make a wholesome, savoury treat. Ma... Read More
Asparagus with Gribiche Sauce
This sauce, accompanying steamed or grilled asparagus, can be described... Read More
Carrot Dip
Carrot Dip is a light variation of hummus that can also be served as a tasty cold vegetabl... Read More
Roast Parsnip and Beans
Roasted parsnips are sweet and with beans make a tasty light meal or winter s... Read More
Sweethearts, Red Roses and Chocolate
Valentines – Sweethearts, Red Roses and Chocolate. The orig... Read More
Roast Carrot Salad
A salad for all seasons, bringing great flavour and colour to the table. This is t... Read More
Spiced Fresh Mango
Fresh mango, as a savoury accompaniment or dessert, with spice to enhance the flav... Read More
Mango Yoghurt Mousse
A simple mango mousse, with no added sugar or cream but spiced with cardamom, wi... Read More
Salmon Tartare
This aromatic combination of herbs and spices is delicious with raw salmon as a fresh ... Read More
Festive Crostini
Festive Crostini are a light and healthy canapé, their colours indicative of the fe... Read More
Date and Tamarind Chutney
A chutney that combines sweet, savoury and citrus flavours, making it a goo... Read More
Flatbread, Yeast-Free
A yeast-free flatbread that you can cook in a frying pan, on the barbecue or in ... Read More
Roast Quince – Savoury
Roast Quince, rich and sweet, can accompany any grill, roast, curry or salad sel... Read More
Pumpkin Soup
A simply soup that is tasty and suitable for most diets including Dairy Free, Gluten Fre... Read More
Plum Parfait
Plum Parfait is a mixed fruit dessert, adaptable to utilise seasonal fruit. Autumn is a ... Read More
Roasted Barley
Roasted Barley, with its toasted flavour and a nutty texture, is a great snack and sui... Read More
Gluten Free Bread
This is a very simple Gluten Free bread with a texture similar to wheat bread and s... Read More
Mediterranean Bean Salad
Mediterranean Bean Salad is a combination of legumes and summer vegetables; ... Read More
Selinda Chilli Sauce
This simple chilli sauce is a good accompaniment to many dishes – soup, ca... Read More
Chickpea Pancakes
Chickpea Pancakes are high protein savoury pancakes that make a nutritious snack or... Read More
Spiced Potatoes and Peas
A spicy variation on potato salad, inspired with Indian flavours, to accompa... Read More
Tandoori Fish
This tasty fish dish can be prepared well in advance and served hot or cold. It is suit... Read More
Vegetable Stock
A basic stock recipe that can be utilitsed in soups, stews and sauce and is suitable ... Read More
Steamed Aubergine and Sesame
A light dish of aubergine and mange tout flavoured with sesame and ginge... Read More
Cauliflower with Peanuts
Roasted Cauliflower and Peanut is a nutritious salad that is suitable for mo... Read More
Asparagus Soup
A light asparagus soup, the fragrance enhanced with ginger and lime. Suitable for Diab... Read More
Vegetable Biryani
Vegetable Biriyani is scented rice to which vegetables, beans and nuts are added. (... Read More
Baked Quinces
Baked quinces are fragrant and sweet, delicious served as breakfast fruit or dessert. R... Read More
Baked Eggs
A simple and visually interesting method for presenting eggs at breakfast, lunch or supper... Read More
Spring Greens with Tahini
Spring Greens with Tahini is a seasonal vegetable combination that can be s... Read More
Steamed Fish with Basil
Fish, simply cooked, absorbing the flavours of herbs and fresh vegetables to ... Read More
Soft Cheese and Tofu
Two very simple recipes to make your own soft cheese or tofu, to use in baking a... Read More
Beer Bread
Beer Bread is a simple, quick loaf that balances the malt flavour of beer with the sweetne... Read More
Mussels Asian Style
Mussels, with the subtle Asian flavours of ginger, lime and a touch of chilli, ma... Read More
Potato Boulangère
Potato Boulangère, sliced potato, onion and herbs cooked in stock, is a healthy ve... Read More
Doro Wat, spicy chicken
Doro Wat is one of Ethiopia’s national dishes and, as such, is full of flavo... Read More
Horseradish Cream
A very simple recipe to make a horseradish cream or sauce which, with its spicy (al... Read More
Scrambled Tofu
This alternative to scrambled egg is full of flavour and a good hot breakfast choice f... Read More
Beetroot Blinis
These blinis are tasty bites that can be served as a canapé or a snack; or, when lar... Read More
Passionfruit Papaya Mousse
As the name may suggest to you, this is a dessert for that special dinner,... Read More
Artichoke Hearts
A vegetable dish that can be served as a tasty appetiser or as the topping/sauce for... Read More
Ginger Congee
Congee, rice soup, is a delicious breakfast, light meal or any-time snack. Select the i... Read More
Banana Pancakes
A light, soft pancake with no added sugar, making a healthy breakfast choice, snack o... Read More
Quinoa, Citrus and Herbs
A multitude of flavours and colours for this salad of grains, fruit, nuts, se... Read More
Tofu Cream
A healthy, low fat, high protein alternative to cream that will accompany any dessert. The... Read More
Grilled Polenta, Mushrooms
Grilled polenta and mushrooms is a tasty alternative to mushrooms on toast ... Read More
Chicory Salad
A cooked winter salad. A crowd-stopper of vibrant red, white and green. Winter salads c... Read More
Brussels Sprouts, Citrus
A colourful and interesting winter salad combining Brussels sprouts with the ... Read More
Pheasant Soup
This winter soup is a combination of the tasty remains of roast pheasant, sweetened wit... Read More
Oranges for Breakfast
A colourful fruit platter of winter fruits, while the colour and fragrance sugg... Read More
Festival Salad
This is a salad to enjoy as a light, healthy meal utilising ingredients remaining from... Read More
Turkey Burgers
A tasty meal or addition to your smorgasbord luncheon, using the remains from your cel... Read More
Brussels Sprouts, Pomegranate
The sweetness of shallots, orange and pomegranate enliven the someti... Read More
Duck Breast with Balsamic
A succulent duck breast cooked with the rich and sweet flavours of berries,... Read More
‘Bread’ Sauce
Made with celeriac, this is a good substitute for bread sauce, a traditional festive dish... Read More
Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are presented in a variety of ways that make them suitable for nu... Read More
Spinach Slice
Spinach slice makes a healthy and satisfying canapé or a light meal; or add it to your... Read More
Quince Cheese
Quince cheese frequently accompanies a fruit and cheese platter; or is added to savoury... Read More
Padron Peppers
Padron peppers are small green peppers that are pan-fried and served as a snack or can... Read More
Pea and Lemon Soup
A nutritious soup that is quick to prepare, makes a tasty light meal and is suitab... Read More
Beetroot, Carrot and Pepper
A strikingly coloured, hot vegetable dish or cold salad that will brighten... Read More
Chestnut and Mushroom Pie
A vegetable pie that is full of autumnal flavours appropriate to the festiv... Read More
Pumpkin Pie, Crustless
This pumpkin pie is made in the tradition of a flourless cake. It is a light an... Read More
Mushroom Soup
By selecting a variety of mushrooms and natural ingredients, this soup is rich in flavo... Read More
Cornmeal Pastry, Gluten F
A Low Fat Gluten Free pastry that uses readily available ingredients. Thi... Read More
Lentil Salad
A lentil salad that is a complete and easy meal to assemble in 5 minutes, with pre-cooke... Read More
Green Lentils with Turmeric
A gently spiced dish of green lentils that can be incorporated into meals... Read More
Shiro Wat – Humus
Shiro Wat is a spicy Ethiopian chickpea dish served as one of a number of dishes with... Read More
Berber – Ethiopian Spice Mix
Berber, the Ethiopian spice mix, is central to cooking in the Horn of Afri... Read More
Injera – Teff Pancake
Injera is a type of pancake, made with teff flour which is Gluten Free. It is a s... Read More
Carrot and Potato
A mildly spiced carrot and potato dish, ‘Tikel Gomen’, that is so versa... Read More
Ethiopian Greens
The simple addition of spices to green leafy vegetables brings extra interest to any... Read More
Pumpkin, Spinach Muffins
Moist, savoury muffins for a snack, a Hallowe’en treat or a nutritionally-b... Read More
Summer Salad
The simplicity of this salad of bread and tomato makes it a perfect starter or a quick m... Read More
Beetroot Feta Salad
This salad makes a light and visually bright meal. I came upon this recipe throug... Read More
Beef and Cardamom
Beef stew full of the flavours of cardamom and bay leaves. Its simplicity makes it ... Read More
Bircher Muesli
A substantial, easy-to-prepare breakfast with options to make it suitable for Dairy Fr... Read More
American Buckwheat Waffles
Waffles are delicious as a sweet or savoury snack for Fodmap, Gluten Free ... Read More
Broad Bean Puree
Broad bean purée makes a delicious accompaniment to your meal. Being high in protein, it ... Read More
Pesto per tutti
Variations on traditional pesto recipes making it suitable for Dairy Free, Nut Free, ... Read More
Courgette with Dill
A tasty salad or warm vegetable dish suitable for, among others, Fodmap, Paleo an... Read More
Watermelon Slices
Sweet, tangy melon slices that are suitable for Diabetic and Low Calorie diets. The... Read More
Tropical Fruit Salad
A fruit salad with subtle undertones of lime and vanilla, to be enjoyed by most ... Read More
Melon Ice with Ginger Syrup
A light and refreshing dessert suitable for Diabetic, Dairy Free, Low Cal... Read More
Millet Burgers
These burgers also make delicious little canapés and are suitable for Dairy Free, Nut... Read More
Aubergine Cheescake
A tasty baked savoury cheesecake with no grains, making it a good choice for Glut... Read More
Watermelon Zester
A refreshing drink for those hot summer days, especially suitable for Diabetic, Low... Read More
Beetroot, Egg and Potato Salad
Three favourites for a complete salad – eggs, potato and beetroot ... Read More
Courgette Linguine Salad
A grain-free ‘pasta’ salad, fresh and light and suitable for Gluten Free... Read More
Papaya Salad
A vegan version of a spicy Thai salad. Papaya salad is traditionally known as Som Tam. T... Read More
Watermelon and Feta Salad
A refreshing watermelon salad for Gluten Free and Vegetarian diets. The swe... Read More
Baked Apricots
Delicious softened apricots with subtle complimenting flavours that make a good desser... Read More
Dried Fruit
Make your own dried fruit, avoiding the use of additives and subsequently having no conce... Read More
Nectarine Salsa
A sweet and savoury salsa that pairs well with fish and seafood and suitable for Diab... Read More
Fish Cakes
Herby fish cakes or small bites, as canapes for Gluten Free, Low Calorie and Paleo diets. ... Read More
Vegetables Sticks
A vegetable snack for your lunch box or picnic. These toothpick-sized vegetable sti... Read More
Grilled Peaches in Ham
‘Angels on Horseback’: canapes or a treat in your picnic box when ... Read More
Carrot Loaf
A tasty, savoury carrot loaf for Dairy Free, Gluten Free, and Vegan diets. This recipe or... Read More
Peaches with Feta
A fruit-based starter; or a light lunch for Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie and ... Read More
Blueberries with Greens
A salad full of the flavours of summer, with variations making it suitable fo... Read More
Berry Tofu Cream
A tasty cream substitute or mousse that is suitable for Dairy Free, Raw and Vegan di... Read More
Strawberries with Balsamic
‘Sweeten’ your strawberries with balsamic vinegar, making it s... Read More
Grilled Nectarines and Berries
Two of summer’s favourite fruits in an elegant and simple dessert. I... Read More
Raspberry Vinegar
A vinegar that provides summer flavours in the depths of winter. It can be used suc... Read More
Spiced Aubergine Salad
A multitude of flavours in this salad or salsa and a good choice for Diabetic,... Read More
Red Pepper with Lemon
A tasty balance of sweet roasted pepper, lemon and caper making it a... Read More
Grilled Asparagus
A simple and tasty addition to any meze platter, salad or starter. Asparagus variou... Read More
Roasted Tomatoes
Roasted tomatoes for many occasions and most diets. Ripe, seasonal, tiny tomatoes ar... Read More
Mushrooms with Coriander
A mushroom salad, a canapé, or a tasty vegan addition to meze platter. This... Read More
Yoghurt – How To Make
A simple guide to make your own dairy or soya yoghurt for Dairy Free, Fodmap, and... Read More
Toasted Quinoa
The texture and nutty flavour of toasted quinoa make a particularly good substitute fo... Read More
Chicken Tikka
A tasty meal or snack adapted for Dairy Free, Low Fat and Gluten Free diets. Traditiona... Read More
Bread – Spelt Flour
A wholemeal loaf with a delicious nutty flavour that will be enjoyed by many people... Read More
Ginger Rice
A lightly spiced dish, so tasty it will put rice high on your list of staples. After cook... Read More
Tofu Steaks
A simple, nutritious dish that is suitable for almost any diet, including Vegan, Fodmap a... Read More
Celeriac, Roasted
A sweet, nutty-flavoured vegetable that is delicious served with hot meals and salad... Read More
Pea Guacamole
Pea Guacamole is a bright green dip that is very suggestive of spring. It is a healthy,... Read More
Radish and Edamame Salad
A nutritious salad for spring that is high in protein and suitable for many ... Read More
Rice Noodle Salad
A light salad that can be a tasty meal in 10 minutes. A simple combination of veget... Read More
Rhubarb, Baked with Ginger
Rhubarb as a simple and tasty dessert. Rhubarb is a good accompaniment to s... Read More
Pork Cooked with Asian Spices
A return to slow cooking with a fusion of flavours. This pork dish is a... Read More
Venison with Spiced Beetroot
Grilled game with star anise and orange-flavoured beetroot. Game ... Read More
Beetroot with Star Anise
Beetroot with sweet, spicy flavours. Beetroot rates high on my shopping list... Read More
Green Salad with Grains
A light, bright salad prepared with seasonal vegetables and suitable for most... Read More
Asparagus with Orange
A delicious treat to herald the spring. Asparagus is simple to prep... Read More
Spinach and Pine Nuts
Sweet and sour spinach for Fodmap, Dairy Free and Vegans. Spinach has been one ... Read More
Coriander and Feta Samosas
A tasty variation on the Vegetarian samosa that can also be enjoyed by Low... Read More
Beetroot Raita
A colourful accompaniment to curries and spicy dishes; or serve as a salad. ‘Raitaâ€... Read More
Savoury ‘Muffins’
Muffins but not as you know them! Rather, a new take on poached or fried egg and baco... Read More
Fish in Chermoula
Grilled fish with the gentle spice mix of northern Africa that is suitable for Diab... Read More
Ricotta Bake
A recipe for a healthy breakfast, lunch or snack choice. Ricotta cheese has a very subtl... Read More
Lentil ‘Bolognese’
This tasty mix of roast vegetables, spices and lentils is a vegan alternative to ‘... Read More
Yoghurt Sauce
A sauce or dip with multiple uses and suitable for most diets. This yoghurt sauce is su... Read More
Tofu Sauce
A tasty, simple sauce for vegetables, that requires no cooking. It is suitable for Vegan, ... Read More
Wrinkled Potatoes
Soft, moist, salty potatoes are delicious served with a sauce as an appetizer; or t... Read More
Plum and Mushroom Salad
An unusual autumnal salad. Autumn provides us with an abundance of fruits and... Read More
Aubergine Rissoles
A vegetable rissole, packed with flavour and protein. I am a great fan of aubergin... Read More
Smoked Salmon Nori Rolls
These elegant canapés, are simple to prepare and suitable for Fodmap, Diabe... Read More
Cucumber and Mango Salad
A light refreshing salad for diabetic, nut free and vegan diets. The season ... Read More
Spicy Steamed Plums
An interesting mix of flavours from the tropics and temperate regions suitable fo... Read More
Coriander and Walnut Sauce
The subtle flavours in this sauce are tasty with vegetables and fish. I fi... Read More
Brussels Sprouts and Feta Salad
A new way to eat Brussel sprouts for the Diabetic and Vegetarian. Bru... Read More
Beef Botswana Style
A simple, tasty meat dish with no extras, making it good for Diabetic, Fodmap and... Read More
Mango Salsa
A multi-purpose dish – salad, appetiser or serve as a spicy accompaniment to many dishe... Read More
Chinese Fish Parcels
A simple, healthy and aromatic fish dish that is suitable for most diets includi... Read More
Marmalade d’Oignon Rouge
This red onion marmalade makes a tasty canapé for Diabetic, Low Calorie, Low... Read More
Cauliflower Rice
A great winter salad with an unusual combination of flavours. I have usually eaten ca... Read More
Sweet Chilli Sauce
A simple sauce with familiar flavours, particularly good for Gluten Free and Low C... Read More
Parsnip Soup
A good Fodmap soup, great flavour with no onion or garlic. Baked parsnips have always be... Read More
Aubergine, Pumpkin Curry
A simple, tasty vegan curry that is a warming winter treat for Paleo and Vega... Read More
Potato and Rocket Salad
A colourful potato salad with ‘greens’, a good addition to any vegan ... Read More