Recipes
A garlicky mush of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil and lemon juice, what’s not to like about hummus? This recipe is a great source of plant-based protein as well as iron, folate, phosphorus and B vitamins, loved by everyone, even the kids....
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Have you ever tried black beans in a brownie? Honestly, it’s a revelation. These flourless Black Bean Brownies are light, gooey and sweet, yet packed with protein, B vitamins, minerals such as iron, potassium, folic acid and calcium, as well...
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Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Equipment needed: Saucepan, bowl, sharp knife Serves: 2 Ingredients: 100g Red Camargue rice 400 g tin of chickpeas, drained 3 large carrots 2 courgettes 200gl tin sweetcorn 1 small avocado 1 small red onion, very...
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Eat your water! I don’t know about you, but I find keeping well-hydrated a massive challenge. Especially during the summer months or when I’m training. Of course it’s not just water we need for good hydration, we lose electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, chloride and magnesium when we sweat, and these are vital for our bodies to function properly . That’s why we often crave salt after endurance. The great news is that many foods not only have an extremely high water content but also have the advantage of being crammed with those all-important minerals we lose when we sweat.
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Granola has earned a bad reputation in the recent sugar debate, and admittedly many shop-bought varieties can be loaded with the white stuff. This totally delicious version, however, contains just a little honey and has an excellent balance of slow releasing carbohydrate, protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. We love it before or after training, or as a sneaky late night snack, with natural yoghurt and blueberries...
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