Tag: carrot

  • Apple & Carrot Muffins

    Apple & Carrot Muffins

    My youngest son asked for muffins the other day. It was a weekday, so I didn’t want them to be too sweet, but more like an afternoon energy boost. So together we improvised these apple and carrot and cinnamon muffins, which turned out really good. (In “together” I mean that I managed the measurements and… Read more »


  • Ginger Miso Ramen

    Ginger Miso Ramen

    I’ve been dreaming of this bowl of vegan ramen since I ate it. I had a day at home where I could let the broth simmer on the stove for hours and hours, and it really paid off. I improvised, as usual, and used what I had at hand. Onions, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, carrots, lots… Read more »


  • Tomato Miso Soup

    Tomato Miso Soup

    A very quick dinner, improvised as I was cooking. Sautéed onion and garlic in olive oil, tinned tomatoes, thinly sliced carrot, vegetable stock and a heaped tablespoon of miso. Boiled until the carrot was soft before blending it very smooth. Then added some more olive oil, a dash of white vinegar, a teaspoon of sugar… Read more »


  • Falafel & Roast Potato Bowl

    Falafel & Roast Potato Bowl

    I hadn’t had falafel in ages, and I got such a craving for it! I made the loveliest bowl with falafel (not homemade – I really need to start doing that!), oven roasted potatoes with a spicy rub, cucumber, avocado, purple cabbage coleslaw and spiralized carrots. Already dreaming of making this again! Read more »


  • Buddha Bowl

    Buddha Bowl

    I’m trying to up my iron intake, so I try to eat lots of cruciferous veg, leafy greens, beans and lentils and always combine it with something rich in vitamin C. So here’s a real power bowl for you:• Shredded kale, massaged in olive oil, lemon juice and salt• Whole bulghur• Green lentils• Grated carrots•… Read more »


  • Mango Peanut Curry

    Mango Peanut Curry

    I don’t make curries often enough! And when I finally did, apparently I forgot to write down the recipe… This sweet and spicy curry roughly includes onion and garlic, red curry paste, coconut milk, peanut butter, mango chutney, potatoes and carrots, lime and fresh mango. I served it with basmati rice, green soy beans, coriander… Read more »


  • Bao Buns with Crispy Cauliflower

    Bao Buns with Crispy Cauliflower

    I finally got around to making these cute little steamed buns called Bao. They did require quite a bit of work, but it was a lot of fun. I filled them with crispy curry cauliflower, red cabbage, sliced carrot, coriander, crushed peanuts and sriracha mayo. Making them took a while, but eating them was done… Read more »


  • Black Rice Sushi Bowl

    Black Rice Sushi Bowl

    I posted a recipe for vegan tomato “tuna” the other day. You can also find it in my Story highlights. I had some leftovers so I made a super simple sushi rice bowl. For a healthier bowl, I switched the sweet sushi rice for black rice. It was just as delicious! Details: Black rice, vegan… Read more »


  • Carrot Cake Balls

    Carrot Cake Balls

    Carrot cake is one of my all time favourites. Here’s the healthier raw alternative, with the same delicious flavours but no refined sugar or flour. The original recipe comes from @maggiesskafferi and you should definitely take a look at her gorgeous stylish feed! As usual, I made a few adjustments based on what I had… Read more »


  • Lo Mein

    Lo Mein

    I absolutely love noodles, and I was really excited to find this recipe for Lo Mein over at my good friend @fuel_my_smile. (Head right over check out her great feed!) The star is the flavourful sauce with tamari, hoisin, sesame oil and maple syrup. It’s just as delicious as it sounds. Pair it with noodles… Read more »