Breadsticks with Roasted Carrot & Cumin Dip

Breadsticks with Roasted Carrot & Cumin Dip

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Ingredients

For the Breadsticks:

  • 125 g 4½oz gluten-free self-raising flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/8 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 70 ml 2½fl oz water

For the Dip:

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 220ºC (430°F).
  • On a baking tray, combine carrot slices, cumin seeds, and garlic cloves.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, ensuring everything is coated, and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until soft and golden.
  • While the carrots are roasting, line or grease a large baking tray.
  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients for the breadsticks.
  • Add the liquid ingredients and use your hands to form a dough.
  • Divide the dough into cherry tomato-sized pieces and roll them into balls.
  • Roll the balls into thin sticks, about 30cm (14in) long, or to fit your baking tray.
  • Transfer the sticks to the tray and continue until all the dough is used.
  • Optionally, sprinkle with seeds or herbs of your choice.
  • Place the tray in the oven with the carrots and bake for 10-15 minutes, depending on your desired level of crispiness.
  • When the carrots are soft and the breadsticks are ready, remove everything from the oven.
  • Allow the roasted carrot mix to cool slightly before peeling the garlic cloves and discarding the skins, leaving the soft insides.
  • In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted carrots, cumin seeds, garlic, olive oil, chickpeas, and lemon juice until smooth.

Notes & Wine Advice

Season the dip to taste and serve immediately or store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This revised recipe provides a clearer and more concise set of instructions for making Breadsticks with Roasted Carrot & Cumin Dip. Enjoy!
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Diets; Gluten-Free

Warm Beetroot Burger Salad

Warm Beetroot Burger Salad

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).
  • On a baking tray, drizzle cherry tomatoes with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 45 minutes.
  • Blend all the dressing ingredients until smooth.
  • Heat a griddle pan with olive oil and grill the zucchini slices until cooked and lightly charred.
  • Remove them.
  • Grill the asparagus, broccolini, and edamame beans on the griddle pan until cooked through.
  • Reheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and cook the beetroot burger.
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
  • Toss the grilled vegetables with the basil dressing in a mixing bowl, reserving some for garnish.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chilli flakes (if using).
  • To assemble the salad, start by layering rocket, grilled vegetables, roasted tomatoes, and the sliced beetroot burger.
  • Drizzle with extra basil dressing and sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds, basil leaves, and chilli flakes.

Notes & Wine Advice

This revised recipe condenses the instructions and ingredients for easier reading. Enjoy your Warm Beetroot Burger Salad!
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Course; Burgers / Salad
Diets; Gluten-Free

Kale, Pea & Ricotta Cakes with Sweet Potato Chips

Kale, Pea & Ricotta Cakes with Sweet Potato Chips

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Ingredients

For the Sweet Potato Chips:

For the Kale, Pea & Ricotta Cakes:

  • 250 g 9 ounces packet of kale
  • 190 g 6¾ ounces peas
  • 1 lemon
  • 4 salad onions thinly sliced
  • 250 g 9 ounces ricotta
  • 2 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano grated
  • 3 free-range eggs
  • 75 g 2¾ ounces gluten-free breadcrumbs

Serves 6 | Calories 363 (per serving)

Prep 20 mins | Cook 30 mins |

Instructions

For the Sweet Potato Chips:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
  • Cut the sweet potatoes into chunky chips and toss them with a little olive oil and cayenne pepper.
  • Spread them out evenly on a large non-stick baking tray and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once or twice, until they are tender and nicely browned.

For the Kale, Pea & Ricotta Cakes:

  • While the sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the kale in a large pan of boiling water for 1 minute, then add the peas and cook for a further 2 minutes until the kale has wilted.
  • Drain well, pat dry with kitchen paper, and transfer the kale and peas to a food processor.
  • Grate the zest from the lemon and add it to the food processor along with the sliced salad onions, ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano, free-range eggs, and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • Pulse the mixture to create a coarse texture.
  • Heat a little oil in a large non-stick frying pan.
  • Cook spoonfuls of the mixture in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until they turn golden.
  • Keep the cooked cakes warm in the oven while you cook the remainder.
  • You should have a total of 18 cakes.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve the kale, pea, and ricotta cakes with the sweet potato chips and lemon wedges.
Enjoy this flavorful and nutritious dish of Kale, Pea & Ricotta Cakes with Sweet Potato Chips!
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Course; Lunch / Vegetables
Diets; Gluten-Free

Roasted Baby Carrot Salad with Pomegranate Molasses Dressing

Roasted Baby Carrot Salad with Pomegranate Molasses Dressing

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Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • A bunch of about 12 young slim carrots with leaves and ends trimmed
  • 1 red onion peeled and roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 small avocado sliced
  • 100 g 3½ ounces ready-cooked or tinned Puy lentils
  • A large bag of rocket
  • 30 g 1¼ ounces walnut pieces, gently toasted in a dry pan
  • A small bunch of coriander chopped
  • 100 g 3½ ounces feta, crumbled
  • Seeds from ½ a pomegranate

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
  • 1 garlic clove peeled and crushed (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
  • A squeeze of lemon juice

Serves 4 | Calories 465 (per serving)

Prep 15 mins | Cook 20-30 mins |

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200ºC (390ºF).
  • Wash the carrots, but do not peel them.
  • Lay the carrots in a roasting tray with the chopped red onion.
  • Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with ground cumin.
  • Bake for about 20-30 minutes until the carrots are tender and slightly wrinkled.
  • Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
  • In a jar, mix the dressing ingredients, including pomegranate molasses, crushed garlic (if using), virgin olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Shake the jar well, and adjust the seasoning to your taste.
  • The dressing should have a slightly sharp flavor.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooked carrots and red onion with the remaining salad ingredients, including sliced avocado, Puy lentils, rocket, toasted walnut pieces, crumbled feta, and pomegranate seeds.
  • Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss gently.

Notes & Wine Advice

Lay the salad in a shallow bowl or serving platter, and drizzle the remaining dressing over the top.
Enjoy your Roasted Baby Carrot Salad with Pomegranate Molasses Dressing, a delightful combination of flavors and textures!
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Course; Lunch / Salad
Diets; Gluten-Free

Cumin-Roasted Pumpkin with Celeriac Rice

Cumin-Roasted Pumpkin with Celeriac Rice

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Ingredients

For the Pumpkin:

  • ½ a pumpkin cut into 1cm (½-inch) rings, seeds removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • A large pinch of sea salt

For the Celeriac Rice:

For the Dressing:

  • 1 tablespoon tahini
  • ¼ teaspoon matcha powder
  • Juice of ¼ a lemon
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • 1-2 tablespoons water if needed

Serves 1 | Calories 522 (per serving)

Prep 20 mins | Cook 30 mins |

Instructions

For the Pumpkin:

  • Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it with coconut oil.
  • Toss the pumpkin slices in olive oil, then sprinkle with ground cumin and sea salt.
  • Lay them on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until they are lightly golden on the edges, flipping them over halfway.

For the Celeriac Rice:

  • Heat a frying pan and add the coconut oil.
  • Stir-fry the leek and ginger for 2-3 minutes until they soften and become fragrant.
  • Add the chopped asparagus and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Then, add the riced celeriac, ground cumin, tamari, and rice vinegar.
  • Stir-fry until the celeriac has softened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chopped coriander.

For the Dressing:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, matcha powder, lemon juice, a pinch of sea salt, and water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.

To Assemble:

  • Arrange rocket leaves on a plate.
  • Add the celeriac rice on top of the rocket.
  • Lay the cumin-roasted pumpkin slices on top of the celeriac rice.
  • Drizzle with the prepared dressing.
  • Scatter toasted coconut over the dish.

Notes & Wine Advice

Enjoy your Cumin-Roasted Pumpkin with Celeriac Rice for a delightful and flavorful meal!
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Course; Lunch / Rice / Vegetables
Diets; Gluten-Free

Collard Green Wraps with Hummus, Mushrooms, and Guacamole

Collard Green Wraps with Hummus, Mushrooms, and Guacamole

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Ingredients

For the Hummus:

For the Filling:

For the Guacamole:

Serves 2-4 | Calories 531 (per serving)

Prep 15 mins plus chilling | Cook 15-20 mins |

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • To make the hummus, blend the chickpeas, tahini paste, peeled garlic clove, lemon juice, cumin powder, and a pinch of salt and black pepper together in a food processor for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  • Set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine the finely sliced purple cabbage with lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, grated carrot, and a pinch of salt.
  • Massage the cabbage mixture and set it aside.
  • Prepare the guacamole by mixing the mashed avocado with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  • Set it aside.
  • Slice the mushrooms and sauté them in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil, tamari, and chili (if using).
  • Cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the water has evaporated.
  • While the mushrooms are cooking, place the veggie patties in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
  • To assemble the collard green wraps, first de-stem the collard greens.
  • Spread a layer of hummus on top of each collard green leaf.
  • Then, add three slices of the veggie patties, a dollop of guacamole, some of the marinated purple cabbage, and the sautéed mushrooms and carrot.

Notes & Wine Advice

Carefully wrap the collard greens around the filling, and then cut the wraps in half for serving.
Enjoy these healthy and flavorful Collard Green Wraps with your choice of fillings!
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Course; Lunch / Wrap’s

Golden Baked Fish & Chips with a Twist

Golden Baked Fish & Chips with a Twist

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Ingredients

For the Chips:

For the Fish Batter:

For the Pea Dip:

  • 160 g 5½ ounces frozen peas
  • 4 tablespoons coconut yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon dill finely chopped
  • 2 small gherkins finely chopped

Serves 2 | Calories 694 (per serving)

Prep 10 mins | Cook 25-30 mins |

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line 2 baking trays with greaseproof paper.
  • Set aside.
  • Toss the potato chips with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ½ teaspoon of ground turmeric, sea salt, and black pepper.
  • Place them on one of the baking trays and bake until they are crisp and golden.
  • While the chips are baking, prepare the fish batter.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the remaining ½ teaspoon of turmeric, salt, black pepper, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, gram flour, tapioca flour, and water.
  • Adjust the batter consistency by adding more water if it’s too thick or more gram flour if it’s too thin.
  • It should have a thick, golden consistency.
  • After about 15 minutes, dip the cod fillets into the batter, turn the chips over, and place the fish on the baking tray.
  • Bake for no more than 12 minutes or until the fish is golden and cooked through.
  • Boil the frozen peas in salted water, then drain them and set them aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the coconut yogurt, dill, gherkins, and seasoning.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve the golden baked fish and chips alongside the pea dip.
Enjoy your flavorful twist on classic fish and chips!
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Course; Fish / Lunch
Diets; Gluten-Free

The Ultimate Veggie Mezze Platter

The Ultimate Veggie Mezze Platter

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Ingredients

For Roasted Vegetables:

For the Mezze Platter:

  • 12-14 gluten-free falafels
  • 1 eggplant
  • 1 zucchini
  • 175 g 6oz olives
  • 125 g 4½oz unsweetened coconut yogurt
  • ½ an avocado
  • 10-12 sweet cherry tomatoes
  • 10-12 flaxseed crackers
  • 3-4 lettuce leaves
  • 1 tsp mixed dried herbs of your choice

For the Hummus:

Serves 4 | Calories 764 (per serving)

Prep 20 mins | Cook 25-30 mins |

Instructions

For Roasted Vegetables:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
  • Toss the baby carrots, baby zucchini, and mini red capsicums with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
  • Roast them in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they’re tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Set them aside.

For the Hummus:

  • In a food processor, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, peeled garlic clove, lemon juice, cumin powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Process until smooth and creamy.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.

For the Mezze Platter:

  • Cook or reheat the gluten-free falafels according to the package instructions.
  • Slice the eggplant and zucchini into rounds, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and your choice of dried herbs.
  • Grill or roast them until they’re tender and have grill marks.
  • Arrange the roasted vegetables, falafels, olives, unsweetened coconut yogurt, avocado slices, sweet cherry tomatoes, and flaxseed crackers on a large serving platter.
  • Line the platter with lettuce leaves for a fresh touch.
  • Serve the hummus in a small bowl alongside the platter.

Notes & Wine Advice

This Ultimate Veggie Mezze Platter offers a variety of flavors and textures, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family. Enjoy!
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Course; Lunch / Vegetables
Diets; Gluten-Free

Tropical Vegan “Thanks-a-Million” Squares

Tropical Vegan “Thanks-a-Million” Squares

These vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free “Thanks-a-Million” squares offer a delightful and tropical twist on the classic millionaire shortbread.
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Ingredients

For the Base:

  • 125 g 4½ ounces coconut oil
  • 50 g 1¾ ounces coconut sugar
  • ½ a large banana peeled and mashed
  • 225 g 8 ounces plain gluten-free flour

For the Coconut Caramel:

  • 100 ml 3½ fluid ounces tinned coconut cream
  • 6 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 300 g 10½ ounces creamed coconut, grated

For the Topping:

  • 200 g 7 ounces dairy-free chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Sugar decorations to garnish

Instructions

For the Base:

  • Line a 20cm (8-inch) square baking tray with baking paper and preheat the oven to 170ºC (340ºF).
  • In a bowl, cream together the coconut oil, coconut sugar, and mashed banana.
  • Add the gluten-free flour to the mixture and form it into a dough.
  • Press the dough into the lined baking tray, smoothing it with the back of a spoon, and prick it all over with a fork.
  • Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until the base turns golden brown.
  • Allow it to cool in the tin before adding the coconut caramel layer.

For the Coconut Caramel:

  • In a small pan, gently heat the coconut cream with the maple syrup, stirring to combine.
  • Turn off the heat and add the grated creamed coconut.
  • Stir well to fully combine, then allow it to cool.
  • Once cooled, spread the coconut caramel evenly over the shortbread base.

For the Topping:

  • Melt the dairy-free chocolate and coconut oil together in a heatproof bowl placed over a pan of hot (but not boiling) water.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Pour the melted chocolate over the coconut caramel layer and top with your preferred sugar decorations.
  • Allow the bars to set at room temperature for 2-3 hours before slicing them into squares.

Notes & Wine Advice

These “Thanks-a-Million” squares can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy this tropical and vegan twist on a classic treat!
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Course; Breakfast
Diets; Gluten-Free / Vegan