Healthy recipes

This prawn Waldorf salad is a twist on the classic combination of crunchy apple, grapes, celery and walnuts, which would be really good for you if it wasn’t then coated with a thick layer of […]

These carrot cake macaroons are not to be muddled up with French macarons, which are those delicate meringue spaceships that are full of sugar and can be a bit tricky to cook outside a professional […]

Lots of people in our office have been trying Veganuary – inspired by the charity which encourages people to try vegan for January and through the rest of the year. Veganuary’s new book, How To […]

If you need a healthy dish to impress, try this tart. Dried apricots contain fibre, vitamin A (from the beta-carotene) and catechins (flavonoid phytonutrients) – I prefer the organic, brown unsulphured variety. Pecans are packed […]

This is a beautiful and vibrant soup that will boost your vegetable intake for the day. I don’t see many people taking flasks to work these days and I think it’s a real shame; home-made […]

I believe in using what’s in the spice cupboard at every opportunity. One of the simplest ways to use turmeric is to add its distinct yellow colour to your eggs. Curcumin is the main active […]

I am obsessed with pizza, in fact I actually think I should have been born Italian, as I consider myself to be something of a connoisseur. By no means is this recipe supposed to be […]

Cardamom is part of the same family as ginger and can help to alleviate digestive problems like an upset stomach. Good quality yoghurts contain probiotics, which play a role in so many functions within the […]

Watercress is one of my favourite ingredients because it’s tasty and high in vitamin C (which is required for collagen synthesis – keeping our skin, nails, hair and all connective tissue healthy). It’s also high […]

This nut-based granola is naturally sweetened with pear and is packed with healthy fats and protein to keep you feeling energised throughout the morning. Serve this with a dollop of coconut yoghurt and a handful […]

This warming, comforting salad is delicious served hot or cold. Use a pouch of ready-cooked lentils will save you time too. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients 1 medium sweet […]

Matcha green tea is not only packed with antioxidants but has been shown to help boost metabolism and weight loss. This thick shake is a great pick-me-up for a breakfast or before a workout. Using […]