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Published December 28, 2016

Fig and Honey Energy Balls

This no bake fig and honey energy bites recipe is super simple to make, made with healthy and delicious ingredients.

Among the endless flavour combinations we’ve tried, these are a total winner.

What we love is how flavourful they are – as you eat them you’ll get bursts of fig, honey and almonds, which together creates quite a posh little bliss ball. These would be a gorgeous sweet treat served on a big platter loaded with fresh grapes, seed crackers, roasted nuts, veggie sticks and hummus.

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  1. Chop the dried figs and the dates.
  2. Add all ingredients into a food processor and blitz until the mixture balls into a dough.
  3. Roll tablespoons of the mixture into balls, and then (optional) coat balls to decorate with sunflower seeds, coconut or sesame seeds. Store in fridge or freezer.
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Published December 4, 2016

Sea Salt Chocolate Almond Clusters

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Chocolate Almond Clusters, this dessert is a typical holiday season recipe from Italy’s Apulia region tradition.

We have to confess that this recipe isn’t really a recipe. It’s beyond easy, using only 4 ingredients, and one of them is… salt!

We have given a twist to the tradition’s recipe by adding a sprinkle of sea salt, which, we have to admit, makes this recipe just amazing! Everyone of our friends loved them and keep asking us to make some more (and actually we should! as they are a super quick treat to do!)

You should try them too! We know you’ll love them. Who doesn’t love chocolate? AND almonds?!

They are perfect as a dessert or as a pre-workout snack. Believe it or not, these salty morsels make for a wonderful snack. They’re packed with good fats, which help you stay full; fiber, and nutrients like selenium, vitamin E, and omega-3s.

…But be careful, they are notoriously easy to overeat! (You cannot say we didn’t warn you!)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Passive Time 1 hour
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Passive Time 1 hour
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  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (149°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spread almonds out in a single layer and toast for 15 minutes, stirring once during that time. Set aside.
  2. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or (carefully!) use the microwave. For the microwave, place the chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl. Melt in 30 second increments, stirring after each increment until completely melted and smooth. Add the coconut oil and mix well.
  3. Stir the almonds into the chocolate, making sure to coat each one.
  4. Spoon clusters onto a lined baking sheet, as large or small as you'd like. Our clusters had about 10-12 almonds each in them. Sprinkle with a little sea salt then allow chocolate to completely set.
  5. We placed the baking sheet in the refrigerator to speed it up! Store chocolate covered almonds in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Published November 5, 2016

Basmati Rice with Salmon and Vegetables

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A wonderful salmon and rice meal in just 40 minutes. This basmati rice with salmon and veggies recipe is just great.

We love its versatility, you can do many different variations and use seasonal veggies or whatever you find in your fridge!

It’s perfect for meal prep, as it contains all the macros in just one dish.

We do it almost every week to bring to the office!

What we love the most about it is… the final touch, the tahini drizzle, just some creamy tahini sauce, it makes this recipe even more perfect!

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
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  1. Cook the salmon fillets in a pan or in the oven, as you prefer. When it's done, flake it off with a fork and remove every fish thorn carefully if there are any.
  2. In a small heavy saucepan, bring the rice, 1 1/2 cups water and a pinch of salt to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and gently simmer for about 15 mins or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Don't stir the rice during cooking, as this can release starches that will lead to sticking. Fluff the rice with a fork and let stand, covered, for 5 mins. Spread the rice over a baking tray and cool completely.
  3. Chop all the veggies into tiny cubes and cook them in a pan for about 10 minutes with the olive oil.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice and the salmon. Let cook on high heat for 1 minute. Turn the heat off and transfer to a large bowl. Add the seeds and mix.
  5. Serve with a drizzle of tahin and fresh parsley.
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Published October 31, 2016

Greek Yogurt and Blueberry Loaf

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We are so obsessed with this greek yogurt and blueberry loaf.

We love it for breakfast, we love it for snack, we love it for dessert. Is just love at first bite.

The blueberries bring sweetness, softness and a burst in your mouth when you take a bite. The greek yogurt brings a major moistness, and we cannot get over how delicious and refreshing it is with the zest of lemon.

The best part is that there is no waiting for the bread to rise, or spending time kneading it or rolling it out. It is a two bowl process and then heads straight to the oven.

It’s so addictive. You should probably go ahead and make two loaves.

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Super moist, delicious Blueberry whole-wheat bread made with Greek Yogurt.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Start by combining flour, potato starch, baking powder, salt in a large mixing bowl
  2. Place the sugar, eggs, oil, yogurt and lemon zest in a different bowl and whisk to combine
  3. Add the dry ingredients and whisk until well combined
  4. Fold through the blueberries and spoon into a lightly greased 22cm x 8cm x 7cm loaf tin lined with non-stick baking paper
  5. Smooth the top with a palette knife and bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour (or until cooked when tested with a skewer)
  6. Allow the loaf to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Top with extra blueberries to serve. Enjoy!
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Published October 27, 2016

No-Bake Puffed Millet and Chocolate Bars

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If you’re looking for satisfying, crunchy, sweet treats, these puffed millet bars will become your new favorite.

They’re really simple and quick to make and require no baking.

You can have them to fuel up before or after a workout, or simply as a mid-morning snack.

We like using puffed millet as the crispy base because of how incredibly nutritious it is– millet is a gluten-free grain containing a high amount of protein, iron, calcium, lysine, magnesium, fiber, and more.

These crispy treats are totally rich, indulgent, and chocolatey– and you’ll truly be treating yourself as you eat yourself healthy.

These treats last really well in the fridge, so make a big batch! [But we’re sure they won’t last long 😉 ]

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Passive Time 3 hours
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Passive Time 3 hours
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  1. Chop chocolate into smaller pieces and melt it: Place a wide skillet with about one inch of water on a burner. Place your chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl (stainless steel or tempered glass), and set the bowl directly in the water. Bring the water to a simmer, then turn off the flame and let the chocolate sit until it is melted.
  2. Stir in the coconut oil, the honey and the hazelnuts and mix well. Add the puffed millet into the mixture as well.
  3. Cover a cake pan with parchment paper.
  4. Spread the mixture on the prepared baking sheet and place it in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
  5. Once it's cool, cut it into bars place them on a serving tray.
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Published October 24, 2016

Easy Beetroot Hummus Dip

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If you like beets, and you like hummus, you’ll love this beet hummus. The ingredients are chickpeas, beets, greek yogurt, garlic, lemon, and salt and pepper.

Red vegetables are an excellent source of antioxidants and great for liver function. This beetroot hummus is a beautiful, earthy version of the traditional chickpea variety. You can also experiment with adding fresh herbs such as tarragon or dill.

We love using greek yogurt for hummus because it gives it a creamier consistency.

You can use it as a pretty topping for cucumber rounds, scoop some up with pita triangles or celery ribs, or just dive in with a spoon, and eat it up before anyone knows what they’re missing!

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Prep Time 10 minutes
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  1. Place all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth.
  2. Transfer to a serving dish then using a knife, swirl through the creamed horseradish to create a marble effect.
  3. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve veggies or pita chips on the side for dipping.
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Published October 23, 2016

Mixed Berries Smoothie Bowl

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Don’t you love smoothie bowls?

We surely do! Not only when the heat wave attacks, but always… Even during the colder seasons.

This one includes all you need to start the day with 101% energy.

Fruit (carbs) + greek yogurt (protein, good fats) = perfect mix and you get all the macros!

We topped it with everything we could find in the fridge: mini kiwis, rapsberries and blueberries… plus some cute yogurt drops.

Btw, don’t you love mini kiwis too? They’re so tiny and easy to eat! Same flavour as regular kiwis but no need to peel!

Now that you know this smoothie bowl recipe, you need to try it ASAP, and if you do, let us know your thoughts!

 

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  1. Mix all ingredients in your blender and shake.
  2. Top with more fruit or granola.
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