Mains & Sides

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Fried Quinoa with pineapples

23 / 03 / 18

Quinoa is a great wheat-free alternative to starchy grains. Quinoa provides 5 times more grams of fiber and double the protein than rice- Making this fried quinoa a healthier alternative to fried rice. Pineapples give the fried quinoa a sweet and sticky taste almost like a sweet-and- sour thai dish. I decided to add pineapple because they are at their peak in March. Enjoy xx

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Easy roasted vegetables

02 / 11 / 15

Easy simple meat free lunch.  You can add whatever vegetables you have in your fridge

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Turkey burger with Coriander aka Green burger by Oreke

25 / 03 / 15

I love using fresh  ingredients to cook. Homemade turkey burgers always make a gratifying lunch and my boys love this. Once Ralph was diagnosed with his allergies I started paying more attention to food  labels and let’s just say it is absolutely shocking what rubbish you will find in most shop bought burgers. This burger does have chilies but I usually take the seeds off for my kids. We are a family that love our spices. Turkey is a good source of iron…

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Provence Chicken with Cannellini Beans by Oreke xx

25 / 03 / 15

This is one of those recipes that proves that comfort food can really be healthy. The Chicken and beans make this a protein packed meal, The Olive oil is loaded with antioxidants and healthy fats Chicken thigh and drumsticks – 750g Coarse sea salt Freshly ground black pepper Balsamic Vinegar – 3tbs Olive oil – 3tbs Dried herbes de Provence – 2tsp The zest of 1 lemon Garlic – 5 cloves Leek – 4 Bay leaves - 4 Cannellini beans…

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