A Gathering of Veggie Deliciousness!
Caper ‘butter’ and caramelised cauliflower pasta Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 20 min Total time: 30 min Serves: 2 Caper ‘butter’ and caramelised cauliflower pasta. Ingredients 200 g of pasta, (gluten-free if needed) ½ large cauliflower, divided into florets 4 baby zucchini (optional), sliced 2 garlic cloves, very finely diced 2-3 tbsp extra virgin…
Vegan black forest chocolate mousse Prep time: 20 min Cook time: 10 min Total time: 30 min Serves: 4 Vegan black forest chocolate mousse is a mean dessert! It’s airy, effortlessly impressive and goes superbly well with a strong coffee. Naturally gluten-free. Ingredients MOUSSE: 170 g / 6 oz dark (70 % cacao) chocolate 135…
Middle Eastern cauliflower rice salad Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 20 min Total time: 30 min Serves: 2 Middle Eastern cauliflower rice salad is a carb free salad that is filling and delicious. Instead of rice or couscous it used blitzed cauliflower florets. Ingredients SALAD: 1 medium head of cauliflower 2 tbsp olive oil…
Vegan buddha bowl with cumin-roasted chickpeas Prep time: 15 min Cook time: 5 min Total time: 20 min Serves: 2 Vegan buddha bowl with beetroot, spinach, cumin-roasted chickpeas, olives, avocado & pickled onions is a quick lunch heaven. Filling and contains no gluten. Ingredients CUMIN-ROASTED CHICKPEAS: 2 cups cooked chickpeas (about 1 cup dry) 2…
Fennel pasta Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 30 min Total time: 40 min Serves: 2 This fennel pasta makes a quick dinner that will blow your socks off. It’s full of flavour despite being vegan and diary-free. It can be gluten-free too. Ingredients 1 large fennel bulb 3 tbsp / 45 ml olive oil…
Vegan pasta alla bolognese Prep time: 15 min Cook time: 20 min Total time: 35 min Serves: 3 Vegan pasta alla bolognese is a plant-based version of this popular Italian dish. It’s filling and full of protein yet way healthier than the original. Ingredients VEGAN BOLOGNESE SAUCE: 2 tbsp / 30 ml olive oil 1…
Veggie quinoa sushi Prep time: 30 min Cook time: 20 min Total time: 50 min Serves: 6 rolls Veggie quinoa sushi is a healthier take on a traditional futomaki roll. It’s easy and quick to make and tastes delicious. Naturally vegan and gluten-free. Ingredients SUSHI: 6 nori sheets 1½ cup quinoa (I used black) 3…
Vegan baklava cigars Prep time: 40 min Cook time: 25 min Total time: 65 min Serves: 24 pieces Vegan baklava cigars are an impressive yet rather quick to make dessert. They are refined sugar free and are way healthier than the non-vegan version. Ingredients SYRUP: ¾ cup / 180 ml freshly squeezed orange juice (from…
Miso glazed aubergine or nasu dengaku Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 20 min Total time: 30 min Serves: 2 Miso glazed aubergine or nasu dengaku is a naturally vegan and gluten-free Japanese-inspired meal. It pairs up nicely with rice and stir-fried greens. Ingredients 2 small aubergines 2 tbsp shiro / white miso 2 tbsp…
Tahini and amaranth energy bars Prep time: 20 min Cook time: 0 min Total time: 20 min Serves: 12 Tahini and amaranth energy bars are an great source of protein and other key nutrients. They make an ideal post-workout recovery snack. Vegan, gluten-free. Ingredients 250 g / 1½ cups of pitted dates 90 ml raw…
Fig and rocket salad with ouzo dressing Prep time: 15 min Cook time: 5 min Total time: 20 min Serves: 4 Fig and rocket salad with ouzo dressing is a light and refreshing summer dish. It comes together in minutes, it’s naturally vegan and gluten-free too. Ingredients arugula / rocket leaves neutral tasting salad leaves…
Vegan crostini with smoky white bean spread and nectarine Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 60 minutes Total time: 90 minutes Serves: 8 Vegan crostini with smoky white bean and nectarine makes a brilliant summer appetiser or an impressive, yet fuss-free, lunch. Ingredients SMOKY WHITE BEAN SPREAD: 1½ cup / 250 g large white beans…