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Buckwheat: the scoop!

First things first, buckwheat is a seed. As deceiving as its name may be, we guarantee you it is wheat and gluten free. And packed full of nutrients. Importantly, buckwheat contains eight of our nine essential amino acids, so vegetarians and vegans can especially benefit from including buckwheat as part...

Walnut & Basil Zuchetti

Simple, fresh and delicious. If you're cooking for more than one, simply double the recipe and freeze the sauce for late nights home from work or training. Food prep and batch cooking changes your life.  Ingredients (Serves 3-4) 1 tablespoon coconut oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 400g can diced...

Almond flour: the scoop!

Almond flour is one of the best gluten free substitutes available. It is readily available, easy to make, easy to cook with and delicious. Nutritionally, almonds are full of our heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and rich in vitamin E, magnesium and fibre. Almond flour is low in carbohydrates and sugar, and...

Zucchini, Mint & Feta Fritters

In my opinion, fritters are the perfect vehicles for our usual toast toppings. These are gluten free, grain free, low carb and packed full of goodness, so a far more nutrient dense option than traditional or gluten free bread. If you wish to also make them dairy free, simply omit...

Choc-Antiox Smoothie

Smoothies are the perfect post-exercise refuel. If you're yet to try Bare Blends protein, you're missing out! Grab some here. This is heaven in a cup. Ingredients (Serves 1) 1 cup water 50ml coconut milk e.g. Pure Harvest CocoQuench 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 banana 1 teaspoon raw cacao powder 1...

Savoury Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin is one of my favourite anti-inflammatory foods. It is packed full antioxidants and high in beta-carotene, both of which are integral for our cell health and offer protective qualities to our skin and lungs. This Savoury Pumpkin Loaf is delicious toasted with organic butter and the perfect toast substitute, served...

80s Chocolate Souffle

I'll admit, I do occasionally use a microwave. If this isn't for you, please make sure you don't live in a glass house before commenting. I did try this recipe in the oven, but it just didn't work as well. Feel free to do so, but it will be more...

Corn is not a vegetable

Just like peanuts are legumes and not nuts, corn is a grain, not a vegetable. But (whole)grains are good for me aren’t they? No. The truth is that we’ve been fed that lie to support industry. (Just like how the food pyramid was created by the agricultural industry!) Corn in...