Our Wholefoods Kitchen, Wholesome Dinners
Sweet Potato and Lentil Pie
This weeks recipe of the week is a delicious sweet potato and french puy lentil pie. Perfect for the winter weather and highly recommended by the staff. Two thumbs up for this one. Serving size: 6-8 people Ingredients: 1/4 cup of olive oil 1 red onion, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, crushed 2 stalks of celery, finely diced 1 large…
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Cinnamon and Vanilla Oat Porridge
She’s been at it again…..Meg Phillips producing simple, delicious and wholesome recipes to share on the Affordable Wholefoods Recipe blog. This may seem like a pretty standard breakfast….a bowl of oats in the colder weather, but its always great to have a little inspiration with how we flavour our meals. This one is made using cinnamon and vanilla, and a…
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Macadamia Chilli Chicken Tortillas
As we start to settle into the autumn months, here is a seasonal recipe using our delicious masa lista flour to make your own authentic Mexican tortillas. The combination of macadamias, chilli and chicken is super tasty, with fresh greens and homemade salsa. This is a definite must try. Ingredients: For the rub: 600g chicken breast (sliced into strips) 1…
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Vegan Berry Coconut Slice
This weeks recipe of the week is another delicious vegan recipe from contributor Morag Turnbull (@aveganfeed). Using fresh berries to make your own homemade jam filling, and flaxseeds to add a little mucilage and fibre, the whole family will love this one. Base 1 cup organic unbleached white self-raising flour ½ cup organic raw sugar 2 tablespoons vegan butter…
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Healthy Sweet Banana Bread
Another take on a delicious Vegan Banana bread from star contributor Meg Phillips. Enjoy! Ingredients: 5 x medjool dates, soaked in hot water for 10 min 3 x ripe bananas + 1 for decoration 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted 1 tsp chia seeds mixed with 2 tbsp of water 1/4 cup rice malt syrup 1/2 cup macadamia milk 2 cups…
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Spicy Marinated Beetroots
These spicy marinated beets are a delicious side dish to enjoy throughout spring and summer. Serve them alongside fresh leafy greens and your favourite protein. The recipe can be adjusted by using a different combination of spices depending on your personal choice. Big thanks to Kym our manager for contributing this one. Enjoy. Serving Size: Makes around 5 cups…
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Caramel Dumplings
Busting out an old school recipe for delicious caramel dumplings. A great desert option that is easy to make and goes well with vanilla ice-cream any time of year. Serving size: 4 Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups organic unbleached white self raising flour pinch of himalayan salt 60 grams chilled butter (cubed) 1/2 cup milk 1/2 teaspoon organic vanilla essence…
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Spelt & Pumpkin Bread
We adapted this bread recipe from an old Delicious magazine and it truly is delicious. It takes a little time and care but is so worth it. Great served warm with butter, or toasted with avocado slices for a wholesome breakfast…..or highly recommended with our homemade spicy baked beans recipe. Ingredients: 600g Jap pumpkin (chopped into 2cm pieces) 1…
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Lentil Sausage Rolls with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Inspired by a recipe we found in a Woman’s Weekly magazine, here is our take on a wholesome and tasty lentil sausage roll using a hearty combination of green lentils and walnuts. Vegetarian eating at its best….these rolls make a great lunch or dinner alongside a healthy salad and we highly recommend serving them with our delicious homemade spicy tomato sauce. Enjoy! …
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Why Activate Nuts & Seeds?
Nuts and seeds contain all of the nutrients and enzymes needed to produce a living plant, however they remain dormant until the conditions for germination are just right. One of the components found in nuts and seeds is phytic acid; a compound that inhibits the enzyme phytase from beginning this germination process. In the nut or seed itself, this is a…
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