Halloween is perhaps my favourite time of year. I get to scare the hell out of the kids and celebrate my witchy-ness for a few weeks leading up to it, so I really lean into the spooky season. One thing that has always bugged me about Halloween, though, is how it tends to focus so much on candy. So I decided to whip up a Halloween snack that’s not all wrappers and sugar and sodium. These empanadas are super tasty, and contain some real nutrition! Speaking of empanadas, I’ve kind of fallen in love with them recently. Spanish in origin, they’re basically like shortcrust turnovers (or pasties) and ..read more

This recipe has been a staple in our house for many years, and I hope it will become one in yours too! My children love to sprinkle this “parmesan” over most of their dinners, including pastas, rice dishes – even salads! The adults in our household are big fans too, for the depth of flavour and textural interest it adds to every meal. It’s simply delicious, super easy to make, and highly nutritious. What are you waiting for – go make a batch! JUMP TO: Recipe • Photo Gallery This nut-free vegan parmesan only takes three minutes to make (really!), and will give your meals a lovely depth of ..read more

Print Korean Veggie Slice A delicious riff on Korean vegetable pancakes, these slices are a light and delectable canape or snack. Serve with the punchy dipping sauce to delivery a wallop of flavour, and they'll all be gone before you know it! Course Appetizer, Snack Cuisine Korean Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 40 minutes Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 Calories 45kcal Ingredients Dry ingredients 3/4 cup chickpea flour 4 Tbsp cornflour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 Tbsp Salt 1 Tbsp Red Chilli Flakes 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp turmeric optional, for colour 1 1/2 tsp kala ..read more

Print Wimbledon Smoothie This simple yet delicious smoothie takes its inspiration from the Wimbledon tennis tournament: strawberries & cream, with a side of champagne. Forget tennis, serve these up instead! Course Dessert, Drinks Cuisine Global Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 5 minutes Soaking Time 10 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 2 Calories 459kcal Equipment Blender Ingredients 1/2 cup cashews 2/3 cup plant milk unsweetened 4 frozen bananas 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 tsp vanilla essence 1/2 cup sparkling mineral water Instructions Soak cashews in boiled wate ..read more

Print Vegan Cobb Salad with "Hard-boiled Eggs" Protein-packed and fully vegan, this Cobb salad is loaded with texture and flavour – sharp dressing, crunchy lettuce, smoky coconut bacon, and creamy avocado. It’s sure to wow vegans and non-vegans at your next gathering. Prepare the vegan eggs, tofu, and coconut bacon in advance; they can be made a couple of days ahead and will make salad assembly a breeze. Course Light Meal, Salad Cuisine Global Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 25 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 6 Calories 429kcal Ingredients For the vinaigrette: 2 Tbsp diced shal ..read more

Print Easy Grilled Tofu These slabs of tofu are simply marinated in flavour and briefly seared on each side. So easy and versatile – enjoy in salads, sandwiches, wraps, tacos or served alongside mashed potatoes and garlic greens. The marinade doubles as a sauce. Course Condiment Cuisine Global Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Marinating Time 30 minutes Total Time 50 minutes Servings 4 Calories 159.8kcal Ingredients 300 g firm or extra firm tofu cut into half-inch thick slices 2 Tbsp low sodium tamari 2 Tbsp tahini 2 Tbsp maple syrup 1 large lemon zest a ..read more

Print Vegan Hard-Boiled Eggs Get your hard-boiled egg fix with this recipe, a definite crowd pleaser! Use these in a cobb salad, ramen, or simply with avo on toast! Course Condiment Cuisine Global Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 15 minutes Cooling Time 30 minutes Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes Servings 8 Calories 177kcal Ingredients shell ingredients: 4 small to medium size avocados must be very ripe egg white ingredients: 300 g silken tofu 300 ml soy milk 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast 2 Tbsp natural coconut yoghurt 2 heaped tsp agar agar powder 1 tsp black salt see n ..read more

Print PB&J Parfait Parfait is the French word for "perfect", and this breakfast explains why. Everything you need to start the day right, wrapped in a delicious treat that tastes like dessert! Course Dessert Cuisine American, French Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 15 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 4 Calories 531kcal Ingredients 450 g silken tofu 4 bananas 2 Tbsp tapioca starch 30 ml lemon juice 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 1 Tbsp maple syrup 1/4 cup natural peanut butter crunchy, for texture 1 1/2 cup granola 1/2 cup vegan whipped cream 1 tsp cinnamon Instructions Add the ..read more

Print Wimbledon Smoothie This simple yet delicious smoothie takes its inspiration from the Wimbledon tennis tournament: strawberries & cream, with a side of champagne. Forget tennis, serve these up instead! Course Dessert, Drinks Cuisine Global Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 5 minutes Soaking Time 10 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Servings 2 Calories 459kcal Equipment Blender Ingredients 1/2 cup cashews 2/3 cup plant milk unsweetened 4 frozen bananas 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 tsp vanilla essence 1/2 cup sparkling mineral water Instructions Soak cashews in boiled wate ..read more

Print Vegan Cobb Salad with "Hard-boiled Eggs" Protein-packed and fully vegan, this Cobb salad is loaded with texture and flavour – sharp dressing, crunchy lettuce, smoky coconut bacon, and creamy avocado. It’s sure to wow vegans and non-vegans at your next gathering. Prepare the vegan eggs, tofu, and coconut bacon in advance; they can be made a couple of days ahead and will make salad assembly a breeze. Course Light Meal, Salad Cuisine Global Diet Vegan, Vegetarian Prep Time 25 minutes Total Time 25 minutes Servings 6 Calories 429kcal Ingredients For the vinaigrette: 2 Tbsp diced shal ..read more