Author: Simon Deane

  • a peanut butter and oat smoothie served in a glass

    9 January 2021
    When I was a kid, I loved milkshakes. I was an uncomplicated boy, vanilla was my favourite. I didn't have…
  • chickpea and red lentil soup

    3 January 2021
    Chickpeas and lentils both belong to the legume family. Eating legumes has been associated with many health benefits including a…
  • tomato and hidden vegetable pasta sauce served with pasta

    22 November 2020
    Since this sauce is blended, its a great way of getting some veggies into fussy kids (or fussy adults). You…
  • creamy mushroom and spinach pasta

    14 November 2020
    Traditionally, creamy pasta dishes tend to add butter and cream , however this version is dairy free and uses soya…
  • veggie shepherds pie

    10 November 2020
    The green lentils replace the meaty texture and take on the satisfying flavour of the herbs and other ingredients. Lentils…
  • almond parmesan topping

    9 November 2020
    This version is made with almonds and walnuts. It is much lower in saturated fat than traditional parmesan and provides…
  • healthy waldorf salad

    16 October 2020
    I first heard of this salad as a child, watching the classic British comedy series Faulty Towers, set in a…
  • chickpea potato and spinach curry

    16 September 2020
    It's the perfect recipe for when you are looking for something quick, healthy and satisfying. Typically served with rice. Curries…
  • peanut butter and oat cookies stacked on a table

    15 August 2020
    These vegan peanut butter oat cookies are sweetened with maple syrup and have a lovely peanut butter flavor with a…
  • healthy minestrone soup

    10 May 2020
    A bowl of minestrone soup can be a delicious option when looking for something healthy and satisfying to warm you…