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Super Greens Potato Salad

Super Greens Potato Salad

With 21g of protein and 15g of fibre per portion, this super greens potato salad is a meal in itself rather than a side salad (although it works well as a side too!). It’s a simple one to throw together. The main ingredients are easy store-cupboard staples such as...

Peanut Butter Crunch Cups 

Peanut Butter Crunch Cups 

These Peanut Butter Crunch Cups only have 4 ingredients and are an easy choice if you are looking for a quick and easy sweet treat.  The puffed quinoa is what gives a great crunch to these bars. Why You'll Love These Peanut Butter Crunch Cups Simple...

Mediterranean Mezze Salad

Mediterranean Mezze Salad

If easy and delicious are what you are looking for, this Mediterranean mezze salad is the one to make. It has all the flavours and colours of Mediterranean food. Olive oil, greens, peppers, artichokes and olives. I also add chickpeas and quinoa for added oomph! This...

No Bake Superfood Brownies

No Bake Superfood Brownies

These No Bake Superfood Brownies, are a recipe that is on repeat in my house and for good reason. They are gooey, sweet and delicious but refined sugar, gluten and dairy free.   They are very easy to make and totally customisable. You can easily use any nuts...

Homemade Almond Butter

Homemade Almond Butter

Making your own homemade almond butter couldn’t be easier. In fact, it only requires one ingredient: almonds (plus an optional pinch of sea salt!). That’s it. No added oils, sugars, preservatives or fillers; just roasted almonds blended into a smooth,...

Asparagus Salad with Lemon Tahini Quinoa

Asparagus Salad with Lemon Tahini Quinoa

With over 20g of protein and 18g of fibre per portion, this Asparagus Salad with Lemon Tahini Quinoa is a great recipe for the spring and summer.  The combination of protein-rich quinoa and butter beans with griddled asparagus and courgettes is a really...

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Breakfast Cookies

Breakfast Cookies

Bored of your normal breakfasts?  Try these nutritious pistachio and cranberry breakfast cookies instead. They're vegan as well as gluten and dairy-free. There are lots of variations of these but mine have minimal added sweeteners. Most of the sweet taste comes from...

Beetroot, Squash & Chickpea Salad

Beetroot, Squash & Chickpea Salad

This beetroot, squash & chickpea salad is the easiest autumn/winter meal to throw together. Great as a nutrient dense lunch that stores well in the fridge for leftovers. It only takes minutes to prep, 25 mins to roast the veg and you have yourself a lovely...

Pistachio & Cranberry Oat Bars

Pistachio & Cranberry Oat Bars

I don’t know about you, but I love making snacks where I don’t even have to turn on the oven!  And these pistachio and cranberry oat bars are one of my favourites! The recipe has minimal steps to make - you just need a food processor and 10 spare minutes to...

Chocolate Protein Pudding

Chocolate Protein Pudding

This recipe has been my most popular Instagram post ever!  And for good reason, I think. These chocolate protein puddings are super easy to make and have a whopping 20g of protein and 10g of fibre per small portion. The puddings are a great option for a...

5 Ingredient Breakfast Bars 

5 Ingredient Breakfast Bars 

If you are bored of your regular breakfasts, or just need a new snack idea, these 5-ingredient breakfast bars are a great option to try.  They are gluten-free, refined sugar free and will definitely give you a boost to start your day. They only take 5 mins...

Butternut Squash and Sage Soup

Butternut Squash and Sage Soup

I think this butternut squash and sage soup is the best and easiest soup to make. It has all the autumn/winter flavours and is an absolutely beautiful colour. Using butternut squash and carrots means that it is being packed full of vitamin A. And by cooking with red...

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Hi, I’m Helen,

I’m a nutrition student and passionate home cook and I’m excited to show you how easy it is to eat well on a plant-based diet. My focus is on whole food, easy to follow recipes with minimally processed ingredients.

Whether you are fully plant-based or just looking to eat less meat and dairy, I have the recipes to inspire you. And don’t think you’ll miss out on desserts either, I have sweet treats aplenty!

Seasonal Recipes

Easy Quinoa Salad

Easy Quinoa Salad

This Easy Quinoa Salad is a lovely fresh, simple meal. It’s packed with flavour and contains a powerhouse of nutrients. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a nutritious meal prep option, this quinoa salad ticks all the boxes....

Lemon & Pistachio Orzo Salad

Lemon & Pistachio Orzo Salad

Week 5 of Fifty Fantastic Salads brings you this gorgeous Lemon & Pistachio Orzo Salad. Full of fresh flavour and super easy to make at any time of the year, it’s a great midweek lunch option.  If you are gluten-free it is very customisable too. Just swap the...

High Protein Green Smoothie

High Protein Green Smoothie

With 26g of protein, 12g of fibre and no protein powder this high protein green smoothie is a powerhouse of a drink. The protein comes from the organic soya milk, chia and shelled hemp seeds. Great for breakfast on the go or for post workout.  This is my usual...

Immune Boosting Super Greens Soup

Immune Boosting Super Greens Soup

This gorgeous immune- boosting, super greens soup is perfect for when you are feeling under the weather and you want food that nourishes your body. It is full of immune-boosting ingredients. And the best thing about it is - it doesn’t take ages to make.   The...

Sesame Tofu Noodle bowl

Sesame Tofu Noodle bowl

Ready in about 25 mins, this sesame tofu noodle bowl is a great one to have in your repertoire for easy lunches and dinners.  It has a bit of everything.  The noodles make it filling and fun, the tofu packs a protein punch and the greens add lots of...

Spicy Chickpea Stew

Spicy Chickpea Stew

This spicy chickpea stew is a perfect midweek meal! It's like a big bowl of sunshine. It only takes a few minutes to prep and under 30 minutes to make. It’s filling and full of plant-based protein, but still light enough to eat when the weather is warmer. It contains...

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