Mediterranean herbs, rice, courgette, garlic & onion, stuffed into tomatoes and slow roasted: what’s not to like! Lots of versions are around. You can change the rice for couscous or bulgar wheat and the courgette for some peas if you like. Serves 4 at about 250 calories each. Eat along side some fish or grilled… Read More Mediterranean Stuffed Tomatoes
A Pilaf normally combines meat, rice, spiced broth and herbs. The lemon adds a freshness and the almonds a finishing crunch. I used a basmati/wild rice combination for a bit more nuttiness. Use 200g of halloumi instead of the chicken along with a vegetable stock for a vegetarian version. Serves 4, about 450 calories per… Read More Persian Chicken Pilaf
This earthy curry is pretty simple to make and can be eaten on its own, with some rice, naan or as a side dish to another curry. Serves 4, approximately 300 calories per portion. Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crush 2cm grated ginger 1 tbsp coriander powder 1… Read More Cauliflower & Lentil Curry
Spring is here and thinking about fresh flavours is allowed again! The sauce is no cook: just prepare and stir through your favourite boiled pasta. Great with some salad leaves or even garlic bread if you must! Using 75g dried pasta per person this will be approximately 400 calories per person. Serves 4. Ingredients 300g… Read More No cook tomato pasta sauce
