I like to think of soups as satiating food that doesn’t require anything else to make a filling meal. I’m making a basic cream soup I’m definitely going to need a little extra to call it a meal – some roasted chickpeas, some salad, a little sandwich. A soup has to be packed with fiber and protein, so I won’t have to waste more time preparing the little extras. This healthy black bean soup combines…
Every now and then I like to experiment with a new veggie burger, and especially with summer and barbecue season coming soon, a smoky black bean burger was something I had to try. Adding fiber and protein-packed ingredients such as beans, chickpeas or quinoa to your veggie burgers not only guarantees a nice texture, but also promises a satiating and guilt-free meal…
You might have noticed convenient packets of spiced chickpeas in the snack aisle of your local supermarket, which is a bit of a new craze! These make for some super healthy snacks but unfortunately also contain some not-so-healthy additives and preservatives to help keep their shelf life. Making roasted chickpeas snack at home gives you the control over the ingredients. Plus, they are much …
If I would have to eat Middle Eastern veggie dishes for a lifetime, I would be the happiest girl in the world! My body feels so satiated and nourished after enjoying a well done hummus with whole wheat pita bread, a hearty Fattoush salad or a loaded falafel pita sandwich recipe, bathed in tahini sauce. And this is mostly due to plant-based ingredient combinations that provide….
If you’re after a bit of inspiration when it comes to your morning smoothies, you have to experiment these formulas! Not just regular smoothies, but rather meal replacement shakes for breakfast that serve as nutritious meals on the go and don’t make you crave for solid food after an hour or so…..
I spend a LOT of time in the kitchen, both for my photography projects and our own family meals, and I constantly try to optimise it in order to win more time for myself, for editing, for planning, research or simply relax. Having freshly prepared food, with varied ingredients daily for a consistent nutritional support is a priority, and although I didn’t neal meal-prepping yet, making some …
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