vegetarian

Cooking tomatoes with olive oil increases the bioavailability of lycopene, making it easier for the body to absorb and utilise.

Black beans, antioxidant properties of cacao & the healthy fats from coconut oil, these refined sugar-free brownies are a health food!

A rich sauce with the tender bite of lentils creates a bolognaise sauce that can’t be forgotten. Use it over pasta or as a lasagne base.

This is a cheap, easy meal made in less than 20 minutes. It’s a great way to use tinned ingredients and it’s high in protein. Serve with rice or naan bread for a family-friendly meal.

CORN THINS® slices are not rice cakes. They’re made from corn and taste delicious — like popcorn squished into a healthy crispbread.

These healthy, gluten-free zucchini brownies are a delicious way to satisfy a sweet tooth while also incorporating the nutritional benefits of zucchini into your diet.

Zucchini is a nutritious and versatile vegetable offering several health benefits. It’s a good source of potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Fortunately for all of us, it’s an incredibly tasty Scottish version of bubble and squeak. It’s traditionally made using leftover vegetables

Cottage pie is a well-loved dish in Scottish cuisine. This hearty vegetarian variation is bursting with goodness.

Who can resist a cream bun, or cream cookies as they are also called in Scotland? Not me, that’s for sure. A sweet, enriched dough is baked to perfection, glazed and then filled with velvety cream. What more could you ask for?

A muffin is always great for an energy-boosting snack. And they are so easy to grab-and-go when you need to get out the door quickly. You can freeze these muffins for a couple of months, too. Make sure they are tightly wrapped in cling wrap so they don’t get frost-bitten.

This scrumptious bake exceeds all expectations of a healthy slice. It’s full of interesting flavours such as almond, coconut and cranberries for a sour and sweet burst. I love to make a snack like this once every couple of weeks and freeze it so I have instant access to an interesting sweet treat when friends come over for a cuppa. Life’s too short not to bless yourself with sweetness!