This is a colourful spin on classic comfort food. I like it because it’s simple and satisfying—and because you end up eating nine different plant foods in one dish! Ingredients Serves 4 750g new potatoes, each chopped in half 30g butter 10g fresh parsley, chopped 10g fresh chives, chopped 20g fresh rosemary,...
This French-inspired stew is hearty, comforting and full of flavour. While traditional versions tend to use bacon or pancetta to deepen the savoury note, this one makes the most of nutritional yeast. It can also be made totally vegan by using coconut oil instead of...
I’m not a huge advocate of protein powders, as I prefer whole-food sources of protein instead. However, they do have their uses—and healthier baking is one of them. These protein-packed cookies aren't for every day but, as you can cook them in advance, they’re perfect...
I generally prefer to eat my calories rather than drink them—but I can make an exception for this smoothie. It’s full of skin-loving ingredients: beetroot reduces inflammation, avocado provides lots of monounsaturated fat and the kefir is filled with good bacteria. Enjoy cold for an...
This velvety, warming soup makes for a perfect supper. I like to make a large batch and freeze it in portions, so I always have some ready to go. It goes well with a slice of turmeric bread or is delicious with toasted nuts sprinkled...
Tessa is my mother! She adapted an old tea loaf recipe to make it lighter in sugar and richer in protein. Not only is it delicious, but it's also naturally gluten-free. Sit down with friends and share this over your favourite cup of tea. Ingredients Serves 8 110g...
This curry is bursting with ingredients that help your hormones: chickpeas balance oestrogen levels, cauliflowers help to support your liver, and the coconut provides some of the raw materials for hormone synthesis. The use of different spices also helps you to achieve valuable diversity in...
Naturally gluten-free, this base can be used in many ways. Top with tomato paste and cheese for an easy pizza, tear and eat as an alternative to naan bread, or slice and enjoy as the ‘soldiers’ with eggs! Gram flour is protein-rich, so this flatbread...
I feel there should always be room in life for a slice of cake! This one is both easy to make and wonderfully versatile. Serve with some fresh berries for a healthy pudding, or spread with nut butter for a filling afternoon snack. It's high...
This salad is a wonderful combination of flavours: earthy, creamy, sharp, sweet and salty all at the same time. It’s not low in calories, but it is incredibly nutrient-dense—so you don’t need an enormous serving to fill you up! Ingredients Serves 4 1 bag (approx. 140g) of mixed...