Posts Tagged ‘Recipes & Healthy Eating’

Using lean cuts of pork and incorporating vegetables into the chilli helps to keep the fats down and increase fibre. Marinating the meat gives great flavour without the need to use a pre-made sauce. Ingredients: (Serves 4-5) 450g Lean pork1 large carrot1 large courgette1 large onion2x 400g can of chopped tomatoes400g can of red kidney…

This is an easy version of a flavourful Greek dish and is a great side dish for barbecues. Beans are an excellent choice for a low fat, high fibre source of protein. Ingredients 3 tins of butter beans, drained and rinsed800g plum tomatoes (or 2 tins good quality chopped tomatoes)1 large onion, finely chopped1 tsp…

This hearty dish uses flavoursome chorizo and paprika to give a Spanish influence, without the need for salt.  It also makes a wonderful lunch served with crusty bread. Chicken thighs work well in this dish as they cook slowly without drying out.  Skinless turkey thighs would be an excellent lower fat alternative. This stew freezes…

This dish does not compromise on flavour with fresh herbs, chillies and an additional dressing. Beans and peppers make this a high fibre choice; noodles provide a source of carbohydrate energy and sesame seeds are a good source of calcium and other minerals. This dish could be a good choice both before and after surgery.…

Tofu is a low fat meat alternative made by coagulating soy milk, and marinating it in  curry paste allows it to take on the flavours of the curry. A stir-fry is a great way of incorporating lots of vegetables into a meal. This recipe uses firm silken tofu which crumbles on cooking, if you want…

If you’re staying at home this summer, there’s still a way to enjoy healthy holiday cuisine. Have a go at this super easy Mediterranean salmon. You simply coat salmon fillets in olive oil, garlic, coarse mustard seeds and lime juice and then grill till lightly cooked. Team it up as shown in the picture and…

This stuffed pepper is low in saturated fat and a good source of fibre which will keep you fuller for longer. Tomatoes are a good source of Vitamin A and C which helps to protect cells and tissue and also helps to keep them healthy.  They are also a good source of thiamine, niacin, folate,…

By Azmina Govindji RD MBDA, Consultant Nutritionist & Registered Dietitian Sugar has been hitting the headlines from the beginning of the year – if it’s not about fruit juice being bad for you it’s about sugar being the new tobacco. How do you separate the fact from the frenzy? There is no conclusive evidence that sugar…

This easy recipe uses authentic ground spices which you can buy from the supermarket.  Dried lentils are a cheap and easy way to have a protein-rich, healthy vegetarian meal. Serve with boiled brown or basmati rice. Ingredients: (One Serving) Spray oil½ onion, finely chopped½ tsp crushed garlic½ tsp crushed ginger100g canned chopped tomatoes¼-½ teaspoon red…