Recipes
Healthy Thai-Style Fried Rice
This healthy Thai-Style Fried Rice recipe comes bursting with the tastes and flavours of Thai cuisine and is ready in just 30 minutes!
This healthy Thai-Style Fried Rice recipe comes bursting with the tastes and flavours of Thai cuisine and is ready in just 30 minutes! This version is topped with a fried egg and cooked with fresh lime leaves, chilli sauce and shredded coconut for a fun and delicious alternative to the classic Thai Fried Rice.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition.
Ingredients
3 cups water
1 + 1/2 cups basmati rice
2 cubes vegetable stock
Extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup shredded coconut
2 carrots, skin left on, finely chopped
2 red capsicum, finely chopped
2 bunches of mixed Asian greens i.e. choy sum, bok choy, washed and roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, grated
2 knobs ginger, grated
4 kaffir lime leaves, remove the centre vein and finely chop
1 bunch coriander leaves, finely chop
1 bunch spring onion, finely chop
1 long red chilli, finely chopped
2 lemons, cut into wedges
1/3 cup chilli sauce
1/3 cup soy sauce
4 free-range eggs
Crispy shallots, to serve
Roasted peanuts, to serve
Equipment
Medium saucepan
Large Frypan
Recipe
In a medium saucepan, bring the water and rice to the boil over high heat. Crumble in the vegetable stock. Reduce the heat to medium and let simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for 10 minutes. Drain any excess water and set aside.
While the rice is cooking, heat a large frypan over medium-high heat. Add the coconut and cook, until golden, for 5 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. Return the pan back to the heat and drizzle with olive oil. Add the carrot and capsicum and stir-fry for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the Asian greens, garlic, ginger and lime leaves and stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the sweet chilli sauce and soy sauce to the veggies and stir to coat. Add the cooked rice and stir for 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the coconut, spring onion, 1/2 the coriander and a generous squeeze of lemon juice.
In a large fry-pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. When hot, crack the eggs on top. Cook until the egg whites are cooked and the yolks are just firm.
To serve the fried rice, divide the rice mixture between four bowls and top each with a fried egg. Garnish with crispy shallots, roasted peanuts, shredded coconut, chilli, the remaining coriander and remaining lemon wedges.
Lemon & Mustard Milk-Braised Chicken
Adding lemon, mustard and milk to your traditional roast chicken turns it from something special to a succulent masterpiece.
Adding lemon, mustard and milk to your traditional roast chicken turns it from something special to a succulent masterpiece. If you desire, add cut up veggies such as red onion, carrot and potato to the dish and let them cook slowly in the juices.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition.
Ingredients
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 x 1.5kg whole chicken, tied at the legs
1 / 2 cup Dijon mustard
2 tsp mustard powder
2 cups milk
1 + 1 ⁄ 2 cups salt-reduced chicken stock
2 tsp fennel seeds
2 lemon’s worth of zest
8 sprigs fresh oregano
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season
Equipment
LARGE heavy-based ovenproof saucepan
Recipe
30 minutes before cooking, bring chicken out to room temperature. Marinate with olive oil, sea salt and cracked black pepper. Tie legs together with string. Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large heavy-based ovenproof saucepan. Add saucepan to high heat and place chicken in, cooking and turning for 10 minutes or until golden.
While the chicken is cooking, combine the mustard, mustard powder, milk and stock in a large jug and whisk to combine. Add the mixture to the pan and sprinkle over the fennel seeds, lemon zest and oregano leaves.
Place the saucepan in the oven and cook, with the lid on, for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until chicken is tender and cooked through. The lid can be kept on or off, but we prefer on for extra moist chicken.
Note, oven tray was only used for the photograph. Use a large heavy-based ovenproof saucepan to cook the chicken.
Roast Beetroot Tart
This delicious roast beetroot tart with rainbow chard and feta is perfect for a light spring lunch paired with a fresh pear and rocket salad, and perhaps a glass of chilled sauvignon blanc!
This delicious roast beetroot tart with rainbow chard and feta is perfect for a light spring lunch paired with a fresh pear and rocket salad, and perhaps a glass of chilled sauvignon blanc! You could roast and slice the beetroot ahead of time, then store it in the fridge until you want to assemble and bake the tarts.
Nutrition tip: Beetroots are of exceptional nutritional value; especially the leafy greens on the end, which are rich in calcium, iron and vitamins A and C. The beets themselves are a rich source of folic acid, fibre, manganese and potassium. Cook the leafy greens on the end the same way as you would with spinach.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition.
Ingredients
2 x bunches (600g) of mixed heirloom beetroots, trimmed
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
150g rainbow chard (silverbeet), shredded
200g feta, crumbled, plus extra to serve
1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped, plus extra to serve
1 egg
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
2 pastry sheets, thawed and made into a large square (cut the second sheet into columns and place around the edges of the first sheet to make larger)
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season
Equipment
LARGE OVEN TRAY
Recipe
Pre-heat oven to 200 degrees celsius. Place the beetroots on a large sheet of aluminium foil. Mix the vinegar and maple syrup and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over beetroot and wrap to enclose.
Place on a large oven tray and cook for 40-45 minutes, until tender. Once cooled, slice the beetroots into thin layers.
While the beetroots are cooking, prepare the pastry and place on a large oven tray.
Combine the rainbow chard and feta in a medium bowl and mix to combine.
Leaving a 5cm border. arrange the rainbow chard and feta over the pastry. Top with the beetroot and walnuts and gently fold over the pastry edges, pressing lightly to seal.
Crack the egg in a small bowl and whisk. Using a cooking brush, gently brush the egg mixture over the pastry so it creates a golden colour.
Place tart in the oven and cook for 30 minutes, or until the pastry is cooked.
Sprinkle over fresh dill, feta and walnuts and serve.
Pork and Pineapple Thai Red Curry
A tropical taste sensation, this pork and pineapple Thai red curry will brighten up your midweek meal.
A tropical taste sensation, this pork and pineapple Thai red curry will brighten up your midweek meal.
Recipe courtesy of Taste and re-created by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition.
Ingredients
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 brown onion, finely chopped
500g pork fillet, thinly sliced
2 tbsp Thai red curry paste
270mL coconut milk
1 cup salt-reduced chicken stock
1 + 1/2 tbsp fish stock
1/4 pineapple, peeled, cored, roughly chopped
1 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
Steamed rice, to serve
Equipment
LARGE WoK
Recipe
Prepare rice as per packet instructions. Aim for 1/2-1 cup cooked rice, per person.
Meanwhile, heat a large wok over high heat. Add oil and onion. Stir-fry for 3 minutes or until softened.
Add pork and stir-fry for 3 minutes or until browned.
Once cooked, add curry paste and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add coconut milk and stock. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until sauce thickens and pork is cooked through.
Add fish sauce and pineapple. Simmer for 2 minutes or until heated through. Stir in lime juice.
To serve, spoon curry into serving bowls. Top with fresh coriander and serve with rice.
Truffle Steak Sandwich
Celebrate truffle season with a luxe steak sandwich that brings together the winning combination of steak, cheese and truffle.
Celebrate truffle season with a luxe steak sandwich that brings together the winning combination of steak, cheese and truffle.
Truffled brie is available from Deli Planet and Mart Delicatessen at the Fyshwick Markets.
Ingredients
4 flat-iron steaks
Extra-virgin olive oil, to marinate, plus 2 tbsp
8 thin sourdough slices
Melted butter
120gm truffled brie, thinly sliced
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season
Rocket Salad Ingredients:
2 cups rocket, roughly chopped
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 avocado, cut into small cubes
Drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, to season
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season
Equipment
Oven Grill
Recipe
Season steaks with extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper and let marinate for 10 minutes, at room temperature.
Heat the oven grill to high. Brush bread with butter and grill, turning once, 2-3 minutes each side.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat until smoking. Add steaks and fry, turning once, until browned and cooked to your liking (2 minutes each side for medium-rare).
Once cooked, top each steak with sliced brie and leave to rest and melt.
For the salad, toss rocket, red onion, avocado and olive oil in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
Top sourdough with steaks and salad. Serve with any remaining salad.
Mediterranean Crusted Eggplant
Adding a tin of chickpeas to this dish makes it a complete and nutritious meal.
Adding a tin of chickpeas to this dish makes it a complete and nutritious meal. Chickpeas are a rich source of protein, as well as fibre, vitamins and minerals. Ensure you rinse your chickpeas thoroughly to make them easier to digest.
Recipe by Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium brown onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
400g tin cherry tomatoes
250g tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup water
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
Black olives, pitted and torn
100g goat’s cheese, crumbled
Handful of basil leaves, torn
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season
Crusted Eggplant Ingredients:
1/2 cup parmesan, grated
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tsp dried oregano
1 free-range egg, whisked
1 large eggplant (600g), cut into 1cm rounds
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and cracked black pepper, to season
Equipment
Medium Saucepan
Large frypan
Recipe
To prepare the sauce, add the oil to a medium saucepan. Once hot, add the onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic. Cook for another minute.
Add the cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, water, tomato paste and chilli flakes. Season with sea salt and cracked black pepper. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
To prepare the eggplant, combine the parmesan with the breadcrumbs and oregano leaves in a shallow bowl. Whisk egg in a separate shallow bowl.
Dip each eggplant into the egg and then breadcrumb mixture. Coat completely and set aside onto a large plate or tray.
Heat oil in a large frypan. When the oil is hot, add the eggplant and cook, in batches, for 1-2 minutes on both sides, until golden. Set aside.
To serve, place eggplant on a plate, slightly overlapping. Top with the tomato mixture and scatter over the olives, goat’s cheese and basil leaves. Season with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
Baked Pork and Oregano Meatballs
Being high in protein and rich in many vitamins and minerals, lean pork can be an excellent source of red meat and add more variety to your weekly meals.
Being high in protein and rich in many vitamins and minerals, lean pork can be an excellent source of red meat and add more variety to your weekly meals. Ask our butchers to trim off the external fat, or alternatively trim your meat at home, for a healthier meat choice.
Recipe by Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1/3 cup fine burghul
3/4 cup boiling water
1kg lean pork mince
2 free-range eggs
1 + 1/2 cups oregano leaves, roughly chopped
2 tsp ground cumin
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
Sea salt and ground black pepper, to season
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
3 cups passata
2 cups mozzarella, grated
1/4 cup parmesan, grated
Oregano leaves, to serve
Equipment
Medium Saucepan
Large frypan
Recipe
Preheat oven to 200C. Place the burghul and water in a large bowl and mix to combine.
Cover with glad wrap and let sit for 15 minutes, until it soaks up all the water and expands.
Add the mince, eggs, oregano, cumin and vinegar to the bowl and mix well to combine.
Season with sea salt and cracked black pepper. Using wet hands, roll mixture into 2 tbsp balls and lay out on a plate.
Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large frypan over medium-high heat. Cook the meatballs, in batches, for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and browned. Once cooked, place in a large ovenproof dish and set aside. Repeat with remaining meatballs.
Heat the remaining oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the passata and season with sea salt and cracked black pepper. Bring to the boil and cook for 5 minutes, or until slightly reduced.
Pour the sauce over the meatballs. Top with mozzarella and parmesan. Bake for 10 minutes. Top with oregano leaves and serve.
Slow-Roasted Oregano and Anchovy Lamb with Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes
Anchovies pack a big flavour punch for such a small fish. When used as a dressing, they impart a salty rather than fishy flavour.
Anchovies pack a big flavour punch for such a small fish. When used as a dressing, they impart a salty rather than fishy flavour. Anchovies are a great source of readily available omega-3 fatty acids, which are well known for health benefits, including reducing heart disease risk, dementia, age-related macular degeneration and inflammatory conditions.
Recipe by Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
3 cloves garlic, crushed
3 anchovy fillets, drained and finely chopped
1/3 cup oregano leaves, stems removed and finely chopped
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2kg leg of lamb, bone in
1/2 cup white wine
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
Duck Fat Potatoes:
1kg Dutch cream potatoes, skin on, cut into quarters
100g duck fat
1 garlic head, cloves separated
2 tbsp rosemary leaves
Equipment
ROASTING TRAY
Roasting Pan
Recipe
Preheat oven to 200C. Place the garlic, anchovy and oregano in a mortar and pestle to a rough paste. Add the sugar and vinegar and mix to combine. Rub marinade over lamb.
Line a roasting tray with two sheets of baking paper and place lamb on top. Drizzle over wine, olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Cover with foil and fold the paper and foil to enclose tightly. Bake in the oven for 3 hours or until lamb is tender.
Remove the foil and cook for a further 15 minutes or until the marinade is golden brown and caramelised.
With 1 hour remaining on the lamb, place the potatoes in a large saucepan of cold salted water. Bring to the boil over high heat and cook until just softened (10 minutes). Drain and return potatoes to saucepan. Shake pan to roughen edges.
Heat duck fat in oven in a large roasting pan lined with baking paper until melted (3-4 minutes). Add potatoes, garlic cloves and rosemary and coat in duck fat. Season with salt and roast until crisp and dark golden (30 minutes).
Lentil Korma Curry with Tray Roasted Pumpkin
Owing to their beautiful orange colour, pumpkins are a great source of beta carotene, which when converted to vitamin A in the body is needed for healthy vision.
Owing to their beautiful orange colour, pumpkins are a great source of beta carotene, which when converted to vitamin A in the body is needed for healthy vision.
Pumpkins are also a great source of vitamin C, which supports the body’s immune system.
This recipe is also made healthier by swapping cream for Greek yoghurt, which helps to lighten up the kilojoules without compromising on the creamy, comfort food flavour.
Recipe by Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 red onion, peeled and cut into thin wedges
800g Japanese pumpkin, peeled and cut into small cubes
1/3 cup korma curry paste
1/2 cup hot water
400g can lentils, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup plain or Greek yoghurt, plus extra to serve
1/4 cup flaked almonds, toasted
1/2 cup mint leaves, roughly chopped
1/2 cup coriander leaves, roughly chopped
Steamed jasmine rice, to serve
Equipment
ROASTING TRAY
Recipe
Cook rice as per packet instructions.
Preheat oven to 240C. Place the onion, pumpkin and curry paste in a roasting tray and toss to coat. Pour in the water and cover tightly with foil. Cook for 10 minutes.
Remove the foil, add the yoghurt and lentils and cook for a further 40 minutes.
Top the curry with the almonds, mint and coriander.
Serve with rice and yoghurt.
PInk Lady and Fig Bircher Muesli
The season for fresh figs is between summer and autumn.
Figs are rich in minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron and are a good source of fibre, which promotes healthy digestion.
The season for fresh figs is between summer and autumn.
Figs are rich in minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron and are a good source of fibre, which promotes healthy digestion.
When choosing figs, select those that are plump and tender, have a rich, deep colour and are free from bruising. Keep your figs in the fridge and consume within 1-2 days of purchasing.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 + 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup Greek yoghurt, plus extra to serve
1 cup milk 1 orange, juiced
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup flaked almonds, plus extra to serve
1/2 cup hazelnuts, chopped
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2 pink lady apples, grated
2 figs, halved
Honey, to serve
Equipment
Large bowl
Recipe
Place the oats, yoghurt, milk orange juice, coconut, almonds, hazelnut and cinnamon in a large bowl and mix well to combine.
Cover mixture and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
Add the apple and stir to combine. Divide between bowls and top with yoghurt, almonds, figs, vanilla and honey.
Eggplant, Zucchini and Capsicum Shakshuka
Eggs are a natural superfood with 11 different vitamins and nutrients packed into only 300kJ.
Eggs are a natural superfood with 11 different vitamins and nutrients packed into only 300kJ.
Every time you crack open an egg you are receiving the goodness of protein, vitamins A, D, E and B12, omega-3 fatty acids, iron, antioxidants and choline, which is particularly important during pregnancy to support foetal brain development.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 large eggplant, sliced 1.5cm thick
2 large capsicums, cut into large pieces, seeds discarded
2 zucchinis, sliced 1.5cm thick
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large brown onion, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 small bunch thyme, leaves picked and finely chopped
4 bay leaves
1 long red chilli, finely chopped
250g cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 cups vegetable stock
400g can diced tomatoes
4 free-range eggs
Sea salt and black cracked pepper
Fresh basil leaves, optional
Fresh sourdough, toasted, to serve
Equipment
Large baking tray
shallow pan
Recipe
Preheat oven to 240C. Place the eggplant, capsicum and zucchini on a large baking tray lined with baking paper. Drizzle with 2 tbsp oil and cook for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside.
Heat remaining oil in a large shallow pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, bay leaves, chilli, salt and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes or until soft.
Add the cherry tomatoes and tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Add the stock and diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until reduced. Add the eggplant, capsicum and zucchini and mix to combine.
Return heat to low and make 4 small hollows in the veggie mixture. Crack an egg into each hole. Cover pan with a lid or foil and cook for 5-7 minutes, depending on how runny you want your eggs.
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil and serve with toasted sourdough.
Oat, Banana and Blueberry Pancakes
For those with a sweet-tooth, you don’t need to give up your short stack. Instead, modify with a few easy swaps for a healthier alternative.
For those with a sweet-tooth, you don’t need to give up your short stack. Instead, modify with a few easy swaps for a healthier alternative. This recipe tastes so delicious and is perfect for breakfast, after a workout or even for dessert, as it is high in protein and fibre and low in added sugar.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1⁄2 cup milk
2 eggs
1 egg white
1 banana
2 tbsp maple syrup, plus extra to serve
1 + 1⁄2 cups rolled oats
2 tsp baking powder
1⁄2 cup fresh blueberries, to serve
Equipment
Blender
Medium - Large Frypan
Recipe
In a blender, add the milk, eggs, egg white, banana, maple syrup, oats and baking powder. Blend until smooth.
Heat a medium-large frypan over medium heat. Once warm, spray the pan with olive oil. Pour pancake batter into pan, depending on the size and thickness you prefer your pancakes. Cook batter for 2-3 minutes on each side, be careful not to flip too early.
Make pancake stacks and drizzle with maple syrup and blueberries.
Asparagus and Pesto Omelette
Looking for a healthy and quick meat free meal? Look no further than this asparagus and pesto omelette!
Looking for a healthy and quick meat free meal? Look no further than this asparagus and pesto omelette! With Aussie asparagus in its peak during Spring, you will love this 15-minute recipe either for breakfast or the too-tired-to-cook weeknight dinner.
Recipe by Accredited Practising Dietitian Georgia Houston from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 / 2 large bunch of Aussie asparagus, sliced in half lengthways
3 large free-range eggs
75g fresh pesto
Extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
Dukkah, to sprinkle
Fresh coriander leaves, to sprinkle
Cracked black pepper and sea salt, to season
Equipment
Small-medium frypan
Small bowl
Recipe
Heat grill to high. In a small-medium frypan, add the asparagus and drizzle over olive oil. Season with cracked black pepper and sea salt and cook until softened.
In a small bowl, crack the eggs and whisk with 1/2 the pesto. Set aside some asparagus for topping and with the remaining spread out and pour over the egg mixture. Cook for a few minutes on the stovetop and then finish under the grill.
Once ready, fold over to form an omelette. Drizzle the remaining pesto over the omelette and sprinkle with dukkah and coriander.
Autumn Apple Salad
This apple salad is a wonderful side to any dish!
This apple salad is a wonderful side to any dish!
Ingredients
1x red apple, thinly sliced
1x green apple, thinly sliced
2x Radicchio heads
75g blue cheese
1⁄4 cup walnuts, slightly crushed
1⁄2 red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing ingredients:
2 tbsp verjuice
1⁄2 tsp raw sugar
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment
Jar
Small Pan
Recipe
To make the dressing, add all ingredients into a jar and shake until well combined.
In a small pan, toast the walnuts until slightly golden.
On a serving platter, add a layer of radicchio leaves. Top with sliced apple, red onion, toasted walnuts and blue cheese.
Drizzle the dressing over the top.
Warm Pumpkin and Dutch Carrot Salad
A perfect salad to share, showing all the autumn colours!
A perfect salad to share, showing all the autumn colours!
Ingredients
Half butternut pumpkin, cut into wedges
10x Dutch carrots (mixed colours), halved lengthways
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper
1⁄2 tsp cumin powder
4 tbsp Greek yoghurt
Juice of 1⁄2 lime
1⁄4 cup slivered almonds
Coriander, roughly chopped
Equipment
2 x Baking Tray
SMALL BOWL
Recipe
Preheat the oven to 180C.
On a large baking tray, add the pumpkin wedges. Drizzle with half olive oil, half sweet paprika, half garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix until the pumpkin is well coated. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes or until softened.
On another baking try, add the Dutch carrots and coat with the remaining olive oil, sweet paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or desired texture.
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yoghurt, cumin powder and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
To serve, spread the yoghurt mixture on the base of a serving platter. Place the baked pumpkin and carrot on top. Garnish with slivered almonds, chopped coriander and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Roasted Beetroot Salad with Barley, Hazelnuts and Goats Cheese
This richly coloured beetroot salad with barley, hazelnuts and goat’s cheese is full of nutrients, flavours and crunch.
This richly coloured beetroot salad with barley, hazelnuts and goat’s cheese is full of nutrients, flavours and crunch. Easy to combine, this vegetarian salad is sure to impress.
Recipe by GH Nutrition
Ingredients
3 beetroots, peeled and quartered
1/4 cup Extra Virgin olive oil + extra to drizzle
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
3/4 cup pearl barley
1/2 small red onion, finely sliced
3 baby colourful beetroots, peeled and finely sliced
3 radish, finely sliced
Roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped, to serve
100g goat’s cheese, crumbled, to serve
Equipment
Baking Tray
Large Saucepan
Recipe
Pre-heat oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Line a baking tray with baking paper and add beetroot. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and season to taste. Cover pan tightly with foil and roast until tender (50-55 minutes). Once cooked, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and half the vinegar.
Meanwhile, cook barley in a large saucepan of boiling water (20-25 minutes). Drain and cool.
To serve, spread barley on a platter and top with roasted beetroot, raw beetroot, onion, hazelnuts, goat’s cheese and remaining vinegar and olive oil. Season to taste.
Roast Cauliflower Salad with Pearl Couscous and Tahini Dressing
Pearl couscous, za’atar spice, fresh parsley and a creamy tahini dressing fill this cauliflower salad with contrasting textures and flavours
Pearl couscous, za’atar spice, fresh parsley and a creamy tahini dressing fill this cauliflower salad with contrasting textures and flavours. A delicious side dish to go with any meal.
Recipe by GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1/3 cup Extra Virgin olive oil
3/4 cup pearl couscous
1 medium cauliflower, cut into thin steaks through the stem
1.5 cups salt-reduced vegetable stock
2 tbsp za’atar
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup almonds, roughly chopped
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
Fresh parsley, to serve
1 tbsp lemon zest, to serve
Crusty sourdough bread, to serve
Tahini dressing:
1/4 cup unhulled tahini
1/4 cup Greek yoghurt
1/3 cup water
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
Equipment
saucepan
Large Frypan
Recipe
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add couscous and toss to coat (1 minute). Add vegetable stock and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until cooked (8-10 minutes). Set aside.
Meanwhile, heat remaining olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower steaks and cook for 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown. While the cauliflower is cooking, prepare the tahini dressing.
Once cauliflower is cooked, add za’atar to the frying pan and toss to coat the cauliflower. Add almonds and couscous, tossing to combine.
Plate up and serve with fresh parsley, lemon zest and sourdough. Drizzle over tahini dressing and season to taste.
Jar Salad - Greek Style with Lamb Backstrap
This fresh and crunchy salad is served in a jar ready to go for a spectacular summer picnic or a fabulous quick work lunch option.
This fresh and crunchy salad is served in a jar ready to go for a spectacular summer picnic or a fabulous quick work lunch option. Add tender slices of lamb backstrap for a truly authentic Greek salad delight. Just shake the jar, open the lid and you are ready to enjoy!
Recipe by Ang Quinlan from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
2 pieces of lamb backstrap
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 punnets cherry tomatoes, halved (leave some whole)
1 cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 Lebanese cucumbers, cut and diced
4 tablespoons black pitted olives
1 packet baby spinach leaves
1 iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 pack Greek feta, cut into cubes
4 mason jars for serving
Dressing:
1 cup good quality olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves roughly chopped
2 lemons, freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1 clove crushed garlic (optional)
Equipment
Large Pan
Mason Jars
Recipe
Heat a large pan on medium heat. Baste the lamb backstrap with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Cook each side for 2-3 minutes for medium-rare. Set aside.
Combine all dressing ingredients and pour into mason jars in equal quantities.
Layer each salad ingredient: tomatoes, cucumber, olives, chickpeas, iceberg lettuce, feta, and top with spinach leaves.
Slice the lamb backstrap and add to the salad. Place lid on the jar and refrigerate until required.
When ready to eat, shake the jar to ensure the dressing covers all the salad ingredients.
Crunchy Slaw with Creamy Yoghurt and Chilli
This crunchy slaw can be prepared the day before your guests arrive, and assembled ready for your table.
This crunchy slaw can be prepared the day before your guests arrive, and assembled ready for your table. The creamy dressing has a healthy little zing to tempt the taste buds.
Recipe by Ang Quinlan from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 large carrot thinly sliced into straws (ensure all vegetables are around the same size)
1 large red capsicum thinly sliced
½ red onion thinly sliced
2 spring onions finely sliced
Approximately 10 -15 snow peas thinly sliced into straws
1 Lebanese cucumber thinly sliced into straws
½ red cabbage thinly shredded (may require more depending on size)
½ Chinese wombok OR green cabbage (if unavailable) thinly shredded (may require more depending on size)
1 cup baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons each of shredded mint and coriander leaves
½ cup dry roasted cashews
6 sugar snap peas (for presentation)
Dressing:
250 ml natural Greek yoghurt
1½ cups of good quality egg mayonnaise
1 lime, freshly squeezed
½ teaspoon finely grated lime rind
2 teaspoons dried chilli flakes
Equipment
Large Bowl
Recipe
Combine all chopped salad ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. (This can be done ahead of time and covered with cling wrap until required).
Dressing: combine Greek yoghurt and mayonnaise in a bowl, add lime juice, grated lime and dried chilli. Stir until combined.
Pour over salad and mix well. Garnish with extra mint, coriander leaves, dry roasted cashews, and sugar snap peas.
Halloumi Spring Salad with Chilli Yoghurt
When you’re after a lighter lunch or dinner, try this pan-fried halloumi spring salad.
When you’re after a lighter lunch or dinner, try this pan-fried halloumi spring salad. Filled with greens and gluten-free quinoa for added protein, it makes for a speedy and satisfying meal.
Recipe from GH Nutrition
Ingredients
1 + 1/2 cups tri coloured quinoa
3 cups water
3/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
3/4 cup mint leaves
1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
200g halloumi, cut into matchsticks
Large handful snow peas, trimmed, blanched and halved
1 Lebanese cucumber, halved and cut into matchsticks
1 avocado, sliced
Lemon wedges, to serve
Chilli Mint Yoghurt Dressing:
1/3 cup Greek yoghurt
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
Equipment
small saucepan
Large Saucepan
Frypan
Recipe
Place the quinoa and water in a large saucepan over high heat. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid and cook for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and water has been absorbed. Set aside.
In a separate small saucepan, fill to halfway with water and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and blanch snow peas for 1-2 minutes.
Meanwhile, to make the chilli mint yoghurt dressing, place the yoghurt, mint, and chilli sauce in a small bowl and combine. Set aside.
Place the quinoa, parsley, mint and half the dressing in a large bowl and toss to combine.
Heat olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the halloumi and cook for 1–2 minutes each side, or until golden.
Divide the quinoa, snow peas, cucumber, avocado and remaining dressing between the plates. Top with the halloumi and serve with lemon wedges.