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Lentil Moussaka
A tasty warming dish perfect for chilly evenings.

True Food Nutrition
Oct 29, 20252 min read


Nectarine, Cranberry and Walnut Salad with Stilton & Pomegranate Vinaigrette
A delicious, punchy salad that combines great flavours and textures and takes only a few minutes to prepare.

True Food Nutrition
Oct 29, 20251 min read


Nutty Tahini Granola
Home-made granola is a thing of beauty. It is quick and easy to make and when you've made it once, you'll never want to buy a shop-bought granola again. This nutty tahini granola recipe is from one our seasonal Resets but the lovely thing about home-made granola is that you can make it your own by changing the nuts and seeds and the flavourings. This recipe makes 10 servings and it will keep in an airtight container for 2 weeks but believe us, it won't last that long! Ingr

Amanda
Sep 13, 20252 min read


Beetroot, red apple and goat's cheese salad
A delicious and colourful salad with all of the benefits of vitamin C and quercetin to support seasonal allergies.

True Food Nutrition
May 1, 20252 min read


Fish Pie
Comforting and nourishing, fish pie is a True Food Nutrition favourite.

True Food Nutrition
Mar 1, 20252 min read


Chocolate Beetroot Brownies
These delicious gluten free brownies contain a surprise ingredient, beetroot, that's great for heart health! There's also some dark chocolate, with it's heart-loving antioxidants as well as some ground almonds for a hit of protein and healthy fat. So yes, it's a brownie, yes, there's chocolate, but, don't we all deserve a little sweetness in our lives? Makes 8 brownies Ingredients 250g 70% dark chocolate, chopped 200g unsalted butter, cut into cubes 1 tbs cold black coffee

Amanda
Jan 30, 20252 min read


Curried Parsnip Soup
Soup and root veg - a perfect combo. And coincidentally it is the season for them both. This curried parsnip soup is so easy to make - about 30 minutes from start to finish - but it has a really indulgent and luxurious feel. The reason we love soup so much is that it is versatile - you can add beans, chickpeas or lentils to a soup to make it more of a meal, it is portable in a soup flask to take leftovers to work or it is a warming snack in a mug when you need a little comfo

True Food Nutrition
Nov 18, 20242 min read


Carrot Cake Energy Balls
These gently spiced carrot cake energy balls are the perfect companion.

True Food Nutrition
Nov 9, 20242 min read


Butternut Squash, Sage & Hazelnut Tart
All the flavours, colours and textures of Autumn in one delicious savoury tart.

True Food Nutrition
Oct 30, 20243 min read


Smoky Bean Hash
Getting back into a routine after the summer holidays can be tough. Here's a quick, easy and delicious recipe for smoky beans that everyone will love and it'll take about 30 minutes from start to on the table. Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 can (400g) haricot beans drained 350g passata 1 tbsp Worcester sauce (optional) 2 small chicken breasts, grilled and sliced Method Heat the oil in a non stick

Amanda
Sep 11, 20241 min read


Broccoli Salad
Broccoli? In a salad? Absolutely yes! We first tried broccoli salad at a famous Indian eatery in Manchester and fell in love. Even the broccoli hater in the team was smitten! It's since become a staple in the True Food Nutrition kitchen as it's not only delicious but extremely quick and easy to make - this recipe from Cookidoo takes 10 minutes to prep, then into a food processor it all goes and voila! This recipe serves 6 although by the time you've done the obligatory ta

Amanda
Aug 6, 20241 min read


Mushroom & Walnut Christmas Party Pate
This delicious walnut and mushroom pate is a True Food Nutrition Christmas favourite! It's easy to make, everyone loves it, it's a popular starter on our Christmas dinner tables, makes a lovely addition to a Boxing Day buffet as well as being delicious served on a cracker with a festive drink. Ingredients - serves 4 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, peeled and roughly chopped Pinch of salt 2 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped 18 button mushrooms, finely chopped 2 tsp dr

Amanda
Dec 8, 20232 min read


Perfect Pumpkin Spiced Latte
It's pumpkin season again and as we start to feel a nip in the air, there is no better way to embrace the flavours of the season than with this deliciously warming latte. For 1 latte 240ml coconut milk or milk of choice 1 tbsp pumpkin puree 1 tbsp maple syrup ½ tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp of ground cinnamon A pinch of ground nutmeg A pinch of ground ginger 180ml strong coffee of choice Put all of the ingredients to a small pan over a medium heat. Whisk together until well comb

Amanda
Oct 28, 20231 min read


Chickpea and Red Onion Salad
This is a lovely fragrant salad that is ideal to take with you to a BBQ or on a picnic as it travels really well and can be made in advance - it's one of those that's even more delicious the next day! Make sure you have some lovely crusty sourdough bread (brush it with olive oil and give it a quick turn on the BBQ) to mop up the juices. The recipe contains a couple of ingredients that you may not have heard of or used before, sumac and pomegranate molasses. Sumac is a spice

Amanda
May 30, 20232 min read


Spinach Shakshuka
Eggs and spinach are real breakfast buddies and pack a powerful nutritional punch! This is a different but delicious take on a traditional Shakshuka that we think you'll love. Serves 2. Ingredients 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 4 cups (300g) mushrooms, sliced 2 cups (450g) leaf spinach 4 eggs A handful of flat-leaf parsley, chopped Method Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes unti

Amanda
Apr 25, 20231 min read


Roasted Beetroot Soup
Beetroot is known for being heart-healthy so treat yourself and your Valentine to a delicious bowl of this beautifully vibrant, delicious roasted beetroot soup. There's also some optional nutty sprinkles to add a delicious crunch! Ingredients 500g beetroot (3 or 4 medium sized beetroots) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 red onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 500ml vegetable stock, warmed 2 tsp of fresh rosemary leaves, chopped 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 400ml coconut milk ¼

Amanda
Feb 14, 20232 min read


One Pot Pasta Bolognese
This recipe cooks the meat sauce and pasta in one pot - genius! You could eat it straight out of the pot but tipping it into an ovenproof dish, covering it with a little grated cheese and waiting until it's all bubbly and gorgeous takes it to another level. And at just over £1 per serving, it's another one of our meals for four for under a fiver! Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped 250g beef mince 1x 400g tin of green lentils, drained 1x 400g tin of chopped tomatoes

Amanda
Jan 24, 20232 min read


Shepherd-less Pie
This is a lovely veggie alternative to a Shepherds or Cottage Pie and is another cracking recipe coming in at £1.20 per portion. Serving with some peas or broccoli means that this is another great idea for a meal for four for under a fiver. Ingredients 600g sweet potatoes, peeled & cut into 2cm chunks 1 tbsp olive oil 1x small red onion, sliced 250g mushrooms, sliced 1 tsp smoked sweet paprika powder 200g of tinned black beans, drained and rinsed 400g tin of lentils, drained

Amanda
Jan 18, 20231 min read


Aubergine, Bean and Mozzarella Bake
Another tasty meal for four for under a fiver. Hot and bubbly, this bake is take on a traditional moussaka. It's a great recipe to prep in advance and have ready for the oven. Ingredients 3 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2x 400g tins chopped tomatoes 1x 400g mixed beans, drained 2x medium to large aubergines 1x 200g packet of mozzarella, drained and torn into pieces ½ tsp of salt (sea salt if possible) and ¼ tsp ground black pepper 300g whol

Amanda
Jan 17, 20232 min read


Singapore Noodles
Not only is this a tasty meat-free Monday dinner, but you can serve this up for 4 people for under a fiver! The secret to a good stir fry is to make sure that all the vegetables are cut into equal sized pieces so that everything cooks together. This recipe uses tempeh, a soy product with a lovely nutty taste and texture. You can substitute with chicken or prawns but bear in mind that this will make the dish a little more expensive. Ingredients 200g tempeh 3 tbsp light soy

Amanda
Jan 9, 20233 min read
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