Recipes – Andrea Dahlman

4 Simple & Seasonal Hummus Recipes for Your Next Gathering

During the autumn and winter months and throughout the holiday season, having friends and family over is one of these season’s best parts. You may love coming up with what will be on the menu, or it may send you into a spiral of confusion. Whichever way you lean, there’s one thing that is simple,…

My Favorite BBQ Recipes for Your Next Summer Shindig

Dining outside on a warm summer night is one of my favorite parts of the season — from picnics at the park to big backyard barbecue gatherings, many memories are made as we gather around a table to enjoy a meal alfresco. Unfortunately, much of what we put out on the grill isn’t so good…

Sweet Plantain & Kale Salad

Great as a side dish or afternoon snack! Ingredients: 1 Plantain Banana sliced 2 cups of kale (rinsed) 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons coconut oil (for frying) salt and pepper to taste Method: Cut the Banana into small bite sized slices Pre heat the coconut oil in a frying pan and add the…

Protein Boost Pita Pocket

A super healthy snack or light lunch. Wholemeal pita bread has over 6 grams of fiber per serving, making it a healthy option for a snack or light lunch. Add to that some protein and some fresh vegetables, you’ve got a well-rounded meal! Ingredients ½ wholemeal pita bread 1 ounce of cooked chicken breast…

Mini Fajitas (vegan and vegetarian options)

Mini Fajitas (vegan and vegetarian options too!) Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil 2 skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1½ cm/½ in chunks OR 1 ½ cups of red kidney beans cooked for vegetarian option 1 large pepper (yellow or red) deseeded 1 tsp ground coriander ¼ tsp hot chilli powder 227g…

Pepper & Walnut Hummus with Veggie Dippers

Pack in the vegetables with this quick-to-make dip blitzed with sweet roasted red peppers and served with courgette, celery, and carrot batons. Ingredients 1 x tin of chickpeas, drained 1 garlic clove 1 tablespoon of tahini paste juice ½ lemon 4 walnut halves, chopped 2 cucumbers, cut into batons 2 carrots, cut into batons…

Healthy Homemade Guacamole

Healthy Homemade Guacamole Ingredients: 2 avocados 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 ripe tomato, chopped 1 lime, juiced salt and pepper to taste Method: Peel and core the avocados. Place into a small mixing bowl and mash with a fork until soft and creamy. Add chopped onion, garlic, tomato, lime…

Oven Baked Fries

The healthier alternative to fries! Makes one small serving. Ingredients: 2 large baking potatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional) 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Method: Preheat oven to 420 degrees F. Cut potato into chip size sticks. Mix olive oil, paprika,…

Simple and Healthy Apple Tarts

The perfect dessert for your healthy journey! Ingredients: 2-3 Granny Smith Apples Sliced 1 Tablespoon of cinnamon 1 Tablespoon honey (optional) Method: Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with baking paper. Cut the apple into thin slices and layer the slices in a circular shape sprinkling some cinnamon and…

Breakfast Fruit Toast

There are many variations you could make with these. Pick your spread, pick your fruit and add to a beautiful piece of buckwheat or wholemeal bread for a delicious and healthy snack or start to the day! Ingredients Healthy piece of bread such as buckwheat, wholegrain or seeded bread, toasted Fruit of choice such as…