Trying to decide what side dishes to serve at Christmas this year? Why not serve a salad or two! Aussies love a good Christmas salad, especially since our holidays fall in the summertime. But don’t let a cooler climate stop you from considering adorning your Christmas table with a salad. There’s plenty of winter appropriate salads to choose from in this list made with ingredients like roasted pumpkin, sweet potato and hearty grains....
Mexican is the cuisine I generally default to in the kitchen. I love the bold flavours, the liberal use of avocados and that my beloved corn chips can pretty much compliment any dish. I find so many Mexican food favourites can be tweaked easily to be transformed into a flavourful and healthy main meal. Is Mexican Cuisine Healthy? Mexican cuisine can definitely be healthy. Sure, the food that you get from fast-food style Mexican restaurants are far from healthy....
Ugh if only I had a dollar for every time I was scratching my head trying to work out what’s for dinner! We all want to make healthy, nutritious meals for our family but we don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen for HOURS slaving over a hot stove after a long day. Am I right or am I right? Well, it’s ok guys - I got you. I’ve compiled a list of the best quick and easy healthy dinner recipes that are all ready in 30 minutes or less, meaning you can have more time for the good stuff....
These Air Fryer Apple Pies are sure to become your new favourite small batch dessert. There’s nothing quite like a slice of warm apple pie, and with this recipe you can make two individual apple pies in just 30 minutes. The air fryer often gets neglected when it comes to desserts and baking, but it really is perfect for making a mini treat in no time at all. I love making air fryer brownies and nutella puff pastry pinwheels for a late night sweet fix but these apple pies have well and truly become my go-to dessert....
If you grew up in Australia chances are you’ve eaten your fair share of pikelets. I have many fond childhood memories of sitting at the table waiting for a fresh batch of pikelets to be served straight from the frying pan. Pikelets are similar to pancakes, just smaller and thicker. They’re golden on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside and are perfect for breakfast, brunch or an after-school snack....
When you’re looking for an easy breakfast or an afternoon snack, it’s hard to go past this Chia Banana Smoothie. Filled with budget-friendly and healthy ingredients that will keep you full for hours. It’s perfect for when you’re wanting something sweet, as it tastes just like a thick and creamy chia shake. You’ll be craving this delicious banana yogurt smoothie all summer long. I know one bug bear people have with smoothies is having to wash up the blender jug....
Halloumi fries (or chips as we call them) are a whole new level of halloumi goodness. If you’ve been following me for awhile now you’ll know I’m a HUGE halloumi enthusiast. I thought I knew all the amazing ways to enjoy this wonderful cheese but now that I’ve had halloumi fries I may never have them any other way. This is seriously life-changing. Why you’ll love this recipe… Quick and easy to make Minimal ingredients required Halloumi is involved - enough said!...
Bacon and Egg Pie is one of my Dad’s specialities and it was always a happy day when I came home to find it was what we were having for dinner. Until recently I’d never made it myself, but after discovering how easy it was I have been making it again and again! Made with simple, everyday ingredients, this pie can be made with puff pastry on both the top and the bottom for a true pie experience, or with puff pastry simply on the bottom for a healthier option....
Australian’s have quite an eclectic palate. Our cuisine is ever-changing and increasingly influenced by our multiculturalism. We love our spaghetti bolognese (or spag bol), fried rice, curries and sushi. And then there’s the dishes that can only be described as uniquely “Aussie”. Things like… Meat PiesLamingtonsAnzac BiscuitsPavlova (although technically invented in New Zealand!)Salad Sandwiches (check out this beautiful ode to our humble salad sanga) But it’s the more offbeat foods that are ubiquitous in our kitchens that I’d like to introduce you to today....
This Chickpea & Kidney Bean Salad is inspired by the various bean salads I tried throughout our travels in the Middle East. It’s a fresh and filling vegan salad that’s filled with good-for-you ingredients. I’ve chosen a basic lemon vinaigrette as the dressing which adds a subtle, tangy flavour to the medley of vegetables and beans. I usually try to leave fresh herbs out of most of my salad recipes since I just hate buying a whole bunch to only use a few leaves....
I don’t usually make demands around here but you seriously NEED these mini banana muffins in your life. They are the perfect bite-sized treat for those days when you need a little sweetness. If you’re anything like me, that’s pretty much every day. These muffins are made with classic everyday ingredients like brown sugar, self raising flour and olive oil. And given that they are ready in less than 30 minutes, you’ll be able to whip these up at a moments notice....
Once you try cooking your roast pork in the air fryer you’ll never look back. While the cooking time may not be significantly faster in the air fryer when compared to the oven, it’s the ultimate crispy crackling that has me coming back time and time again. This is the method I use to cook pork roast for Christmas every year and it has never disappointed. Plus it frees up space in the oven to cook other things which we all know is a lifesaver on those chaotic kitchen days....
What’s covered in this post: How to Make a Perfect Smoothie Smoothie Ingredients Smoothie Resources Smoothie Recipes Smoothies are a great way to boost your daily intake of nutrients and minerals and the perfect staple to a healthy, well balanced diet. But not all smoothies were created equal. If you’ve been dumping ingredients into a blender and hoping for the best, only to be greeted with a sad, tasteless smoothie - this guide is for you....
Sautéed Cabbage is the easy and healthy side dish you need! I know we’re all a little scarred from being force-fed boiled cabbage as kids and thought we’d never trust another cabbage dish again BUT make an exception for sautéed. It’s buttery and tender and caramelised to perfection. Not to mention it’s virtually impossible to mess up and will be ready in 15 minutes. It’s ticking all the boxes! Some people believe sautéed cabbage is best served on St Patrick’s Day but I firmly believe it has a spot at the table year-round....
Plain rice serves it purpose but it can be a little boring, right? Mix things up by making a batch of this turmeric rice. Basmati rice is cooked in chicken stock and turmeric and the result is the most flavourful rice you’ll ever eat. One thing I love about this dish is that it’s oven baked. You simply set a timer and forget about it until it’s done its thing....
Baking apples desserts in the air fryer is kinda my jam. Want proof? There’s my air fryer apple cinnamon rolls, my air fryer apple turnovers or my air fryer baked apples. Naturally I needed to add apple crisps to my collection. I’ve been making mini apple crisps in the oven for years, but I must say I loved how easy they were in the air fryer. They even cooked faster too!...
If you love sausages you’ve got to try these air fryer sausages. Air frying is by far the easiest way to cook sausages and the least messy! Gone are the days of oil splattered all over the kitchen floor. The air fryer basket catches all the excess oil and makes clean up a breeze. This quick and easy cooking method will give you flavoursome, juicy sausages in under 15 minutes....
If you’re looking for a healthy snack that tastes great you’ve got to try these coconut date balls! These energy balls are made with just three ingredients and are so easy to prepare. Medjool dates give a lovely caramel flavour to the balls but also act as a natural sweetener so there’s no need to add sugar. Dates give our bodies a great natural energy boost too, so give these balls a try when you hit the wall in the afternoon and start craving chocolate!...
I HATE wasting food. Seriously - it’s a pet peeve of mine. And there’s nothing sadder to me than having to throw out fresh produce. So each week I dig out the odds and ends in my crisper that need to be used up ASAP. First things first - I make a soup. Cannellini bean soup, to be exact. It’s very forgiving and is a delicious lunch or dinner for the times I can’t be bothered cooking....
Who’s up for an easy one pan, simple dinner that is filled with Mediterranean flavours? Well this Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Potatoes dish is bound to be your new favourite! This Greek chicken recipe was adapted from my One-Pan Crispy Chicken Thighs & Vegetables. Still just as easy. Possibly even more delicious. We start with some juicy baked Greek chicken thighs and lemon potatoes, then add in some olives, feta cheese and cherry tomatoes....
