Leek and potato Soup

Even in the freezing weather there is enough edible treasure around if you know where to look.

 

In a pot add water, the potatoes (chopped), leek (sliced), onion, and salt. Bring to boil and let simmer until cooked.

Add the ingredients to a blender, adding the broth bit by bit calculating the amount needed for the desired velvety texture. If it’s too thick add more water.

Add the black pepper, stir and enjoy.

 

Turn the soup into the main course, adding roasted vegetables or bits of meat.  You could add mushrooms, fried in butter till their edges turned gold, sausages, croutons, bit sof bacon…

Seared Tuna with Orange Juice and Rosemary

A quick and tasty fish dish ideal for any day.

 

Make the marinade with orange juice, chopped onion, chopped garlic, chopped rosemary, maple syrup, and salt.

Add the tuna to the marinade and leave it there for at least 20 minutes.

Once the fish is marinated heat a grill or a pan with a drizzle of avocado oil.  Sear the tuna on all sides for a few minutes (adding the marinade on top so it cooks alongside.)

Once the tuna is cooked add some sesame seeds to the outside and slice.

Red Pepper and Tomato Sauce

A nourishing, hearty and delicious sauce that can be used in pasta, rice and much more.

 

This sauce is as simple as can be. Simply steam all the ingredients together, except for the basil and blend with 1/4 cup of water or broth and the basil. Season with salt, add to a pot and simmer for a few minutes.

You can strain the sauce before using it.

 

 

Tomato and Red Pepper Spaghetti

The easiest, super flavourful and healthiest tomato sauce for pasta.

 

Cook the pasta following packet directions.

In a pan, heat up some oil and add the chopped onion and garlic while the oil is still warm, once cooked add the chopped tomato, sun-dried tomatoes,  and red pepper, add a splash of water and let simmer until soft and cooked. If you need more water just keep on adding until you feel it is the right amount and you will get the right consistency you like.

Turn the heat off and add the chopped basil leaves, season with salt and mix everything in.
Let cool for a bit and put the sauce in a blender. Blend until desired consistency.

Pour over the spaghetti and serve.

Shrimp Tostadas

A classic Mexican dish. A fresh, vibrant and fabulous dish.

We use pre-cooked shrimp. Marinate them in a simple sauce made with lime juice, chopped cilantro and a pinch of salt. Blend it all together and throw in the shrimp, the red onions and the radishes.

Grab a tostada, spread some mayo. Add the shrimp, avocado, red onion on top and radishes on top.

You can add some drops of Valentina sauce or Salsa Verde on top.

Chocolate Thins with Nuts and Fruit

Easy and fast little desserts to share and enjoy .

Simply start by breaking the chocolate bars and adding it into a bowl

Melt the chocolate with a “Bain Marie”. Ideally, the chocolate won’t heat higher than 45ºC. Use silicone or a wooden spatula to move the chocolate until it is completely melted.

Add the melted chocolate to a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Spread it thinly with a spatula.

Sprinkle on top the toppings of your choice and put it in the fridge until the chocolate hardens. Cut into pieces.

 

Vegan Brownies

Vegan Brownies

A really dense, fudgy vegan brownie topped with amazing red fruit.

Preheat the oven to 180ºC

  1.  Mix the flax seeds with water end let sit for 5 minutes.
  1.  Mix the oat flour with the coconut flour, and the rest of the dry ingredients. Mix well.
  2.  Add the milk, coconut oil and the flax seeds with water.  Mix well until all the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients.
  4. Oil a rectangle tin and pour the dough. Add the fruits on top of the brownie mix.
  5.  Bake for 15 minutes.

Salad bowl

A lighter lunch,  with amazing ingredients that is super refreshing .

In a bowl place the greens of your choice, the grain of your choice, chickpeas and add the vegetables. Once done, drizzle with the dressing.

It is important to have all the ingredients previously cooked.

 

 

Strawberry, Goat Cheese & Balsamic Salad

Celebrate the New Year with substantial salads made with refreshing strawberries, nuts and goat cheese.

It is as easy as combining all the ingredients once they are prepped.

Drizzle the balsamic vinegar reduction over the salad. Add the mint for freshness if you want

Enjoy!

Crispy Breaded Chicken

Get away from your desk to enjoy crispy breaded chicken.

 

This is a very easy recipe. You just have to blend all the ingredients together, except for the chicken fillets of course.

Put the flour mix in a dish and coat the chicken on both sides.

Cook the chicken in a previously hot  and oiled skillet until crispy on both sides.

5 minute, No-oven-needed Granola

Grab a pan and start warming it up.

Place the oats, nuts and omega 3 seed mix and toast them a little bit.

Add the coconut shreds and cacao, and mix well.

Add the honey and continue mixing until everything is incorporated.

Turn the heat off and let cool for 2 minutes.

Enjoy with a bowl of yoghurt and fruit

Omega 3 seed mix

Mix the seeds together in a glass jar.

How to store

You can keep this seed mix at room temperature for 1-2 months (depending on how fresh the seeds are).

How to use

Add to yoghurts, smoothies,  porridge, bread mixes, sprinkled over pasta, soups or salad.