Chickpea Pastini

Chickpea Pastini

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion peeled and finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled and finely chopped
  • 500 g 1lb 1oz fresh tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato paste
  • 1 tsp clear honey
  • 500 ml 18fl oz vegetable stock
  • 250 g 9oz gluten-free pasta
  • 400 g 14oz chickpeas, drained
  • 4 tbsp grated Parmigiano Reggiano Parmesan cheese, to serve

serves 4:

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it starts to soften.
  • Stir in the finely chopped garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Add Tomatoes and Flavorings:

  • Add the roughly chopped fresh tomatoes to the saucepan.
  • Cover the saucepan and cook for approximately 20 minutes, or until the tomatoes have wilted down and become pulpy.

Incorporate Tomato Paste and Stock:

  • Stir in the sun-dried tomato paste, honey, and vegetable stock.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil.

Cook the Pasta:

  • Add the gluten-free pasta to the sauce.
  • Cover the saucepan and simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until the pasta is fully cooked, and the liquid has reduced to create a thickened sauce.

Add Chickpeas:

  • Stir in the drained chickpeas and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing them to heat through.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve:

Divide the chickpea pastini among four plates.
Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon of grated Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan cheese).
Enjoy your delicious Chickpea Pastini with a cheesy and flavorful tomato sauce!
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Course; Side Dish

Homemade sweet potato chips!

Homemade sweet potato chips!

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Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).

Prepare Sweet Potatoes:

  • Scrub the sweet potatoes under running water to clean them thoroughly.
  • Dry the sweet potatoes completely.

Slice Sweet Potatoes:

  • Use a mandoline or cheese slicer to slice the sweet potatoes into paper-thin rounds.
  • Place the sliced sweet potatoes in a large bowl.

Prepare the Coating:

  • If your coconut oil is solid, melt it until it becomes a liquid.
  • dd the melted coconut oil, thyme, and a pinch of salt to the sliced sweet potatoes in the bowl.

Toss and Coat:

  • Gently toss the sweet potato slices to ensure they are evenly coated with the coconut oil, thyme, and salt.

Arrange on Baking Sheet:

  • Spread the coated sweet potato slices out in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Ensure that they are not overlapping, as this will help them become crispy during baking.
  • You may need to use more than one baking sheet if you have a large quantity of sweet potato slices.

Bake:

  • Bake the sweet potato chips in the preheated oven for approximately 20-30 minutes.
  • The exact time may vary depending on your oven and the thickness of the slices.
  • It’s essential to keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Flip Halfway:

  • About 10 minutes into the baking time, carefully flip the sweet potato chips over.
  • This will help them cook evenly and become crispy on both sides.

Check for Doneness:

  • Continue baking until the sweet potato chips become crispy and slightly browned.
  • The total baking time should be in the 20-30 minute range, but it’s crucial to monitor their progress to avoid overcooking.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serve

Once the sweet potato chips are crispy and golden brown, remove them from the oven. Let them cool for a few minutes, and then serve as a delicious and healthy snack.
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Noodle Salad

Noodle Salad

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Ingredients

  • 250 g 9oz green beans
  • 150 g 5½oz soba noodles (buckwheat)
  • 250 g 9oz cod fillets
  • Juice of ½ a lime
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • Coconut oil or ghee for frying
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove finely chopped
  • 4 spring onions finely chopped
  • 5 cm 2in piece of ginger, finely chopped
  • 300 g 10½oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 6 tbsp plus 2 tsp coconut milk
  • 1 tsp veggie powder
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • A pinch of cayenne
  • A small handful of beansprouts

Instructions

  • Clean the green beans and cook them in boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  • Cook the soba noodles in a pot of boiling water, drain, and rinse them with cold water.
  • Heat a grill pan.
  • Rub the cod fillets with lime juice, salt, pepper, and turmeric.
  • Grill the fish for 10 minutes, turning it carefully after 5 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tsp of coconut oil or ghee in a frying pan.
  • Sauté the onion, garlic, spring onions, ginger, and mushrooms for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in the coconut milk, veggie powder, tamari, cayenne, and the cooked green beans.
  • Simmer for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the drained noodles, toss to combine, and transfer to a bowl.
  • Place the grilled fish on top of the noodles and vegetables and sprinkle with beansprouts.

Notes & Wine Advice

This revised recipe provides a more concise set of instructions for making Noodle Salad. Enjoy your meal!
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Course; Noodles / Salad
Diets; Gluten-Free

Thyme & Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Thyme & Garlic Roasted Potatoes

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
  • Parboil the halved potatoes for 5-7 minutes, then drain and place them in a roasting tin.
  • Toss with olive oil, crushed garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Roast for 30 minutes or until the potatoes are golden and crispy.
  • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan as soon as they come out of the oven, and then serve.

Notes & Wine Advice

This updated recipe provides a more concise set of instructions for making Thyme & Garlic Roasted Potatoes. Enjoy your delicious side dish!
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Course; Vegetables
Diets; Gluten-Free

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