FLEXIBLE DIETING BOOK OF RECIPES O P T I O N S FO R E V E RYO N E FRO M T H OS E O F YO U W H O A RE G LUT E N FRE E TO T H OS E W H O A RE V EG E TA RIA N www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com Facebook: Zach Rocheleau Medical Disclaimer The recipes within these pages are for information purposes only and in no way supersede any prior advice given by a medical practitioner, registered dietitian or nutritionist. Should you cook and consume these recipes, you are choosing to do so of your own free will, without coercion and in the full knowledge that the recipes have not been personally designed for you and that should you suffer from a medical condition of any kind or suspect that the ingredients may cause you a medical problem of any kind whatsoever that you should speak to a qualified medical practitioner for advice. Further, if you choose to cook and consume these recipes and feel that you are experiencing any adverse effects, then you should cease using these recipes immediately and consult your doctor. © Copyright 2015 Genetic Potential Academy All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or means whatsoever without the prior consent and written permission of the author. Contents Introduction Smoothies Mango, mint & cucumber smoothie Iced latte protein smoothie Supreme green smoothie Raspberry, chocolate & mint smoothie Wake up protein smoothie Alkalising tonic Good morning protein smoothie Refresher cooler Pina colada Creamy blueberry protein smoothie Strawberry super shake Treats & snacks Protein gelatin Raspberry & vanilla energy balls Protein cookie dough 1 1 2 2 3 4 4 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 Protein heaven bars Berry sandwich bars Very chocolatey brownies Avocado nutella Chocolate nut freezer bars Raspberry & white chocolate mousse Choc nut butter cups Dark and white choc brownies Choc coconut oatmeal cookies Protein mocha angel whip Chewy choc protein bars Raspberry dream protein bars Chocolate nut icecream Banana bread Blueberry protein muffins Chickpea cookies Banana berry freeze Healthy hummus 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Breakfast Dinner Breakfast burrito 29 Chickpea stew 55 Summer fruit oatmeal 30 Chicken nuggets 56 Chilli con cauli 57 Sizzle steak 58 Protein lavash bread crêpes 32 Mediterranean meatloaf 59 Egg fajita rice cakes 33 Mince masala 60 Summer fruit pancakes 34 Spicy Thai burgers 61 Protein pancakes 35 Satay spice kebabs 62 Chocolate nut pancakes 36 Lime chicken fajitas 63 Protein pudding 37 Warming stew 64 Wake me up burrito 38 Bacon and blue cheese burgers 65 Butterfinger high volume protein oatmeal 31 Spinach, egg & ham muffins 39 Spinach and ricotta pizza 66 “5-a-day veg” omelette 40 Cauliflower cheese pizza 67 Baked pizza potato skins 68 Hello! Welcome to Flexible Dieting Book of Recipes! This has been in the making for some time and I am very excited to have it done for you guys! At GPA, we emphasize the food is fuel analogy and stress that exceptional nutrition is necessary to exceptional results! Over the years I have been guilty of not making my nutrition a priority and it resulted in me not even coming close to the results I wanted with me or my clients! This is where the Flexible Dieting Book of Recipes comes in! Not only can you eat a nutritious diet but you can make it taste great as well! With this recipe book, we wanted to give you recipes that will help you reach your goals as well as satisfying your taste buds! The best diet is the one that you can do for the rest of your life and we want our recipe book to be that tool that helps you along the way! Zach Rocheleau Owner/Head Coach Genetic Potential Academy www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com INTRODUCTION 1 Contact us www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com email us: Theflexibledietinglifestyle@gmail.com Instagram: TheFlexibleDietingLifestyle Facebook: Zach Rocheleau www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 2 Testimonials “All my life I’ve struggled with my relationship with food and my body. Mostly worrying about losing weight and being skinny, not about fueling my body. GPA has taught me the healthy way to do all of the above and that fueling your body with what it needs and teaching it how to be strong are the only ways to really feel that you are reaching your daily potential. I’ve seen so much positive progress mentally and physically and I can’t wait to continue to grow.” Perrin Bille “GPA really enlightened me of the importance of nutrition and the role it plays not only in your general health but also in performance as well! Zach teaches you to understand the importance of how proper form and mobility can lead only to success. With GPA’s constant hard work and research,it is the place I trust the most in developing a great athlete!” Kevin Pilarski www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 3 “I can honestly say that I feel like I am in my 30’s again and its only been 4 weeks! Training with Zach has really allowed me to realize that even though I am 72 years old, I can still grow in my strength, build muscle and feel better each and every day! Can’t wait to see if I can get back to feeling like a 20 year old again!” Doug Houseworth (72 years old) “GPA has really helped me become a better athlete! It used to hurt when I’d lift but at GPA I learned the proper technique that allows me to feel great when I’m lifting! My bench press 5 rep max has jumped by 30lbs in just the first month! I can’t wait to see where I’ll be by the beginning of next season! I recommend all athletes who want to be at an elite level to join us! You will only see great results!” Tyreke Hubbard, High School Junior, All County High School Running Back “The first day I worked out with GPA was a big wake up call. I was definitely not in the shape I wanted to be in. One of my main goals was to put on muscle mass, which I’ve struggled with for the longest time. I have never been able to put on significant amounts of muscle but since I’ve been working with GPA, I have went from 180 to 195 in 8 weeks while getting significantly leaner as well! I feel like a new person! Zach has taught me how to be a healthier, more confident individual in just a couple of weeks.” Alex Varela (21 years old) www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 4 Let’s get started... Below are a few hints and tips to help you along the way. We recommend you spare a few minutes to read this before you get cooking. COOKING WITH FATS AND OILS For cooking and frying at high temperatures, coconut oil is safe to use, as it remains stable at higher temperatures. In other words, unlike many other oils and fats, it won’t become damaged when heated above a certain temperature. When oils become damaged, they turn rancid, which can be damaging to your body. Coconut oil is high in lauric acid, a fatty acid that is anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral. For salads, use cold pressed extra virgin olive oils, sesame or peanut oils. There are also a variety of fats and oils that should be avoided completely. All hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils are bad for you and can contribute to a range of serious health problems such as cancer, heart disease and immune dysfunction. COCONUT FLOUR A gluten free alternative to normal flour. This is a versatile ingredient, which can be used in baking and cooking. Also makes great pancakes! WHERE TO BUY Coconut Oil. From $13.00 for a 16oz pot on Amazon Coconut Flour. From $13.00 for a 3lb bag on Amazon www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 5 FLAXSEED Flaxseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fibre. It is a great ingredient to use in cooking and baking, e.g. spelt bread, cakes, pizzas (yes, healthy ones!), mixed in with nut butter or humous dips, added to pancake mixes, sprinkled over cereals or salads or added to smoothies. It’s best to grind the flaxseed up in a coffee grinder first, as it is not absorbed by the body if left whole. If you mix flaxseed with water and leave to stand for 10 minutes, it develops a sticky coating, which makes it a great egg substitute in baking (as do chia seeds). Always store your flaxseed in the fridge in an airtight container. STORECUPBOARD SAVIORS There are plenty of simple ways to make your food taste good. Why not keep your cupboards stocked up with a handy supply of spices and rubs, which are generally very cheap to buy, simple to use, and a much healthier alternative to the artificial flavorings, additives and sugars found in many of the processed sauces available. Consider replacing cheap, processed table salt (which is full of chemicals, and some brands even contain sugar!) with a good quality organic sea salt or Himalayan pink salt. This salt contains many beneficial minerals and can help balance electrolytes, eliminate toxins and support nutrient absorption. WHERE TO BUY Flaxseed. From $7.00 for a 14oz bag on Amazon Himalayan Pink Salt. From $14.00 for a 51b bag on Amazon www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 6 A LITTLE SWEETNESS Sugar gets a lot of bad press these days due to the negative effects it can have on your health. For example, excessive consumption suppresses the immune system and reduces insulin sensitivity. However, we believe it is important to consider the for and against, and not just react to what we see in the news. If you lead a healthy lifestyle, eat a balanced, varied diet, and enjoy moderate regular exercise, then there really shouldn’t be cause for panic. Within the huge category that sugar spans, are a range of good and bad food choices. If, for example, you cut out all fruit for the rest of your life (because fruit contains sugar), you might well miss out on some key nutrients. Plus you might feel deprived. Our advice to you is that it is your choice if you consume sugar and/or sugar alternatives. But what is probably more important is to consider that worrying about the matter could be equally bad or even worse for your health. Instead, why not try to look at sugar and sugar alternatives as a ‘treat’ rather than a necessity... something to really savour and enjoy every once in a while (without the guilt!!). In some of our recipes we have used natural sweeteners such as Stevia. Many research studies have been conducted on the safety of these products and while no definite links have been made to any negative health effects, overall the evidence for and against it is still inconclusive. If you’d prefer to swap the sweeteners in our recipes with something else then feel free to do so. Home made apple sauce, raisins and bananas can add enough sweetness to a variety of baking recipes. Note: There are several forms of Stevia available - a very light powdery texture, and a more granulated/grainy texture. In all of our recipes, we have used the granulated version. We recommend you use the same, so that the ingredient weight is accurate. WHERE TO BUY Stevia. From $13.00 for a 10oz bag on Amazon www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 7 CHICKEN STOCK Chicken stock is quick to make and so good for you! Simply remove the meat from a roasted chicken and place the carcass in a large pan full of water (enough to cover the chicken). Season well with salt and pepper and add a bay leaf. Simmer for 2 hours. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely, then drain the liquid from the carcass. Discard carcass and bay leaf. The stock can be frozen or kept in the fridge for several days. VEGETABLE STOCK Add a drop of olive oil to a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add a large diced white onion, a sliced leek, and chopped carrot and sweat for 2-3 minutes. Add enough cold water to cover the vegetables and turn up the heat to high. Add some finely chopped garlic, one stick of chopped celery, several chopped tomatoes, 1 tsp dried parsley, half a tsp of black pepper, half a tsp salt, 1 tsp dried fennel, a sprig of fresh or 1 tsp dried rosemary. Stir well, bring to the boil, cover, then reduce to a simmer for 25 minutes. Pour the stock through a sieve. Discard the vegetable pieces or re-use. The liquid stock can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen in batches for future use. www.FlexibleDietingLifestyle.com !NT" ODU# T!ON 8 Mango, mint & cucumber smoothie 1 cup fresh mango, roughly chopped cup cucumber 2 cups fresh spinach 1 tbsp coconut milk 5 ice cubes 3½ fl oz cold fresh water 1 sprig fresh mint Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. SERVES 2 PER SERVING: 81 Calories 16g Carbs 2g Protein 1g Fat Iced latte protein smoothie 1 small banana 7-10 coffee ice cubes (made with strong caffeinated or decaffeinated coffee) 2 tbsps vanilla flavored protein powder 5 fl oz cold fresh water Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 218 Calories 25g Carbs 25g Protein 2g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Smoothies ! " Supreme green smoothie 1 cup spinach leaves 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped 1 tsp wheatgrass powder ½ cup blueberries 7 fl oz cold water (add more or less, depending on desired consistency) Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 64 Calories 11g Carbs 5g Protein 0g Fat Raspberry, choc & mint smoothie 6.75 fl oz fresh milk (or use milk of your choice e.g almond, coconut) 2 tbsps chocolate flavored protein powder ½ cup frozen raspberries 3-5 fresh mint leaves 1½ tsps organic cocoa powder ½ tsp vanilla extract Place all of the ingredients in a blender and whizz until smooth. Blend well, adding more water if required. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 278 Calories 15g Carbs 32g Protein 10g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Smoothies ! # Wake up protein smoothie 4.5 fl oz black coffee or water 1 cup baby leaf spinach 2 tsps organic cocoa powder ¼ cup plain yogurt 2 tbsps chocolate flavored protein powder 1 tsp peanut butter (no sugar added) ½ tsp ground cinnamon or ginger 2 tsps ground almonds 1 tsp chia seeds 4 ice cubes Put all of the ingredients into a blender (coffee first so that the blender doesn’t jam) and pulse until smooth. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 304 Calories 15g Carbs 34g Protein 12g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Smoothies ! 3 Alkalising tonic handful fresh spinach 2 kiwis, halved 4 tsp wheatgrass powder juice of half a lemon 2 tbsps liquid chlorophyll (optional) diluted 10 fl oz cold fresh water (more or less, depending on desired consistency) Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 121 Calories 20g Carbs 8g Protein 1g Fat Good morning protein smoothie 1 cup spinach leaves 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped 1 tsp wheatgrass powder ½ cup blueberries 7 fl oz cold water (add more or less, depending on desired consistency) Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 64 Calories 11g Carbs 5g Protein 0g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Smoothies ! $ Refresher Cooler 4 slices fresh mango handful fresh spinach 4 tsps wheatgrass powder handful cucumber, chopped roughly 2 kiwis, peeled and diced handful ice cubes Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. Add more water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency. SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 109 Calories 21g Carbs 4g Protein 1g Fat Pina colada 1 medium sized slice fresh pineapple, chopped 1 tbsp light coconut milk handful ice cubes 3 tbsps vanilla flavored whey or rice protein powder (optional) SERVES 2 PER SERVING: 145 Calories 7g Carbs 15g Protein 6g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Put all the ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. Smoothies ! " Creamy blueberry protein smoothie ½ cup low fat plain yogurt ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries cup vanilla flavored whey or rice protein powder 2 ice cubes 6.75 fl oz unsweetened almond milk (or use milk of your choice) Put everything into a blender and pulse until smooth. Add more milk if necessary, until you have the desired consistency - this one tastes great extra thick! SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 191 Calories 18g Carbs 23g Protein 3g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Smoothies ! # Strawberry super shake 13.5 fl oz unsweetened almond milk ½ cup strawberries 1 small banana 1 tsp chia seeds drop of vanilla extract ¼ cup vanilla or strawberry flavored whey or rice protein powder Put everything into a blender and pulse until smooth. Add more almond milk if necessary, until you have the desired consistency. SERVES 2 PER SERVING: 185 Calories 22g Carbs 13g Protein 5g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Smoothies ! 7 Protein gelatin 1 sachet/pack sugar free strawberry or raspberry gelatin* (use a vegetarian gelatin if preferred) 9½ fl oz boiling water 2 heaped tbsps strawberry flavored whey or rice protein powder ½ pint of cold water ½ cup mixed berries SERVES 3 * If possible, use gelatin which is free from artificial sweeteners, flavors, and colorings Add the gelatin to the boiling water. Stir well until the gelatin has dissolved. Stir in the protein powder. Top up with cold water. Pour into dessert bowls or glasses and add the berries. Refrigerate until set. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, PER SERVING: 60 Calories 2g Carbs 13g Protein 0g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks % ! Raspberry & vanilla energy balls cup raspberries 1 tsp pure maple syrup (or sweetener of your choice) ¼ tsp ground cinnamon pinch of nutmeg 1 cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 1 tsp vanilla extract cup pitted dates, chopped finely ¼ cup ground almonds 2 heaped tbsps chocolate or vanilla flavored protein powder 8 brazil nuts, finely chopped 2.25 fl oz light unsweetened coconut milk cup desiccated coconut Pour the raspberries into a fine sieve and position over a large bowl. Using the back of a wooden spoon, press the raspberries gently, extracting the raspberry juices into the bowl. Discard the raspberry seeds. Add all of the other ingredients to the large bowl, except the desiccated coconut. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least an hour until the mixture firms up. Divide the mixture into 9, and roll into balls using your hands. Pour the desiccated coconut onto a plate and roll each ball in the coconut, to give them an even coating. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. MAKES 9 ENERGY BALLS PER BALL: 178 Calories 16g Carbs 6g Protein 10g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks & ! Protein cookie dough 260g Garbanzo Beans 60ml Sugar Free Maple Syrup 1.5 oz imitation vanilla flavoring 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 6 tbsp PB2 stevia to taste pinch of salt sprinkle chocolate chips (of your choice) SERVES 1 Blend Garbanzo beans, maple syrup and imitation vanilla together until smooth. Then put the blended mixture into a bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients except for the PB2. Put the PB2 in a separate bowl and mix in a little water. Mix well and add more water until you have a runny mixture. Then add that to the blended bean mixture and mix well. Add chocolate chips of your choice. Enjoy! HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "' ! Protein heaven bars 3 medium sized bananas cup crunchy peanut butter/ almond butter (no added sugar) 2 medium sized eggs 1 egg white ½ cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 4 tsps ground almonds 2 tbsps flaxseed, whole or ground 3 tbsps chocolate flavored whey or rice protein powder cup organic raisins 1½ tbsps dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), finely chopped Preheat oven to 375˚F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add all of the other ingredients and mix thoroughly. Pour the mixture onto the tray and flatten with a spoon. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Allow to cool on a rack, then chop into nine pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to four days. MAKES 9 BARS Top Tip: 1½ cups blueberries will work as an alternative to the banana. It also reduces the carbs. PER SERVING: with banana / blueberries 169 Calories / 160 Calories 13g Carbs / 11g Carbs 11g Protein / 11g Protein 8g Fat / 8g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "" ! Berry sandwich bars ¾ cup coconut flour 4 tbsps vanilla flavored whey or rice protein powder (optional) 1 tbsp ground flaxseed ½ tsp baking soda 1½ tsps cinnamon ½ tsp sea salt 3 tbsps organic coconut oil 2 tbsps light unsweetened coconut milk 4 medium sized eggs 2 tsp vanilla extract 5 pitted dates, finely chopped 2 cups mixed berries 2 tsps unsweetened coconut flakes Divide the dough in half and press half evenly into the bottom of the parchment lined pan. Spread the berries evenly over top of the dough. On a separate sheet of greaseproof paper, gently shape the remaining dough into a similar size and shape as before. Lift the dough onto the paper and transfer over the berries like a lid, removing the paper as you go. If it breaks apart, that’s fine, just cover the berries as much as possible. Sprinkle the dough lid with coconut flakes, and press lightly to hold them in place. Bake for 20 minutes, until the coconut is golden and they spring back to the touch. Allow to cool in the pan completely before cutting into squares. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. MAKES 8 SQUARES Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Line a 9x9 inch baking tray with baking paper. Sieve the flour into a bowl and add the protein powder(if using), flaxseed, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside. In a separate bowl whisk together the coconut oil, coconut milk, eggs, and vanilla until creamy. Add the dates then slowly stir in the flour mixture until well combined and a firm dough forms. PER SQUARE: 204 Calories 12g Carbs 12g Protein 12g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "# ! Very chocolatey brownies 1 medium sized apple, peeled and finely sliced 1 tsp stevia 1 large ripe banana, mashed 1 egg 1 egg white cup pitted dates, finely chopped 2 tbsps ground flaxseed 4 tsps acacia honey 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ cup coconut flour 2 tbsps ground almonds cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 4 tsps organic cocoa powder 3 tbsps chocolate flavored protein powder 1 tsp baking soda 2 tbsps dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped pinch of salt Bring a small saucepan of water to the boil. Add the apple and simmer gently for around four minutes, until soft. Remove from heat and drain through a fine sieve. Stir gently to remove excess water. Transfer apple to a bowl, stir in the stevia and leave to cool. Preheat oven to 300˚F. Line a baking tray with baking paper. In a large bowl, mash the banana. Add the apple, egg, egg white, dates, flaxseed, honey and vanilla extract and mix well. In a separate bowl mix together the flour, almonds, oats, cocoa powder, whey protein, baking soda, dark chocolate and salt. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until thoroughly combined. Pour the mixture into the baking tray and gently shape into a rectangle with a spatula so that the mixture is around 1 inch thick. Bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until center is cooked. Use a skewer to pierce the center of the mixture. If it comes out clean then it is cooked. MAKES 12 BROWNIES PER BROWNIE: 146 Calories 15g Carbs 8g Protein 6g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "3 ! Avocado ‘Nutella’ 2 tbsps organic coconut oil 6 tbps dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa) ½ cup raspberries 4 tsps organic cocoa powder 2 tbsps acacia honey 2 tbsps smooth or crunchy peanut butter (no added sugar) 2 tsps vanilla extract 2 ripe avocados, peeled and mashed thoroughly or blended until smooth 2 tbsps chocolate flavored whey or rice protein powder (optional) SERVES 6 Delicious with fresh fruit or spread onto organic oatcakes Put the oil and chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour several inches of boiling water into a shallow wide based dish. Place over a gentle heat and allow the water to simmer gently. Place the bowl containing the chocolate into the shallow dish of water. Melt the chocolate and oil slowly, stirring regularly. Remove from heat. Pour the raspberries into a fine sieve and position over a large bowl. Using the back of a wooden spoon, press the raspberries gently, extracting the raspberry juices into the bowl. Discard the raspberry seeds. Add the raspberry juice and all of the remaining ingredients to the melted chocolate and stir thoroughly into a smooth paste. Divide into 6 small pots cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. PER SERVING 281 Calories 15g Carbs 8g Protein 21g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "$ ! Chocolate nut freezer bars 4 tsps ground almonds 4 tsps ground hazelnuts 4 tbsps chocolate flavored whey protein (optional) 2 tbsps organic almond butter 2 tbsps ground flaxseed 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsps organic dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa) 1 tsp chopped hazelnuts for topping (optional) MAKES 6 SERVINGS Mix all of the ingredients (except for the dark chocolate and chopped hazelnuts) in a bowl. Gradually add small amounts of cold water and mix well until the mixture forms the consistency of a thick paste. Cover two baking trays with baking paper. Spoon the mixture in a long thick line onto each tray. Bring the baking paper up and around the long sides of the mixture, to help it keep its shape. Use several pegs to clip the baking paper together over the bars. Freeze for 20 minutes or until the bars are firm. Melt the chocolate slowly over a very low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Remove the bars from the freezer. Unclip the pegs, and slowly peel away the baking paper. Cover the bars with melted chocolate and sprinkle with the hazelnuts, if using. These bars can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 weeks. If freezing, allow 10-15 minutes to thaw before serving. PER SERVING 176 Calories 5g Carbs 12g Protein 12g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "" ! Raspberry & white chocolate mousse 6.75 fl oz unsweetened almond milk 1 sheet gelatine 4 tsps ground almonds cup low fat quark or yogurt 1½ tbsps white chocolate (no added sugar) 1½ tsps stevia (or use a sweetener of your choice) 2 tbsps freeze dried raspberries or small handful fresh raspberries ½ cup vanilla flavored whey or rice protein powder handful fresh raspberries to serve (optional) SERVES 2 In a saucepan, heat the almond milk and reduce to a gentle simmer. Add the gelatine and stir until dissolved. Stir in the almonds and remove from the heat. Keep stirring until mixed in thoroughly (around 1-2 minutes). Add the quark, chocolate and stevia and whisk until thoroughly combined and there are no lumps in the mixture. Stir in the raspberries. Whisk in the protein powder and mix well, removing all lumps. Pour into 2 serving dishes and leave to cool. Refrigerate until set. Serve topped with fresh raspberries. PER SERVING: 279 Calories 12g Carbs 33g Protein 11g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "# ! Choc nut butter cups 1½ tbsps organic coconut oil ½ cup dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa) 1.4 fl oz light coconut milk (use the liquid part not the solid) cup nut butter (reduced salt and sugar) 1 small ripe banana, mashed 1 tsp desiccated coconut (optional) MAKES 8 CUPS Put the coconut oil and chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour several inches of boiling water into a shallow wide based dish. Place over a gentle heat and allow the water to simmer gently. Place the heatproof bowl containing the chocolate into the shallow dish of water. Melt the chocolate and oil slowly, stirring regularly. Remove from heat. Stir in the coconut milk. Put 2 mini cake cases into 8 compartments of a mini cake tray (doubling up the cases makes them more robust). Spoon in a small amount of chocolate mixture into the base of each case and then cover the sides of the cases to form a well. Refrigerate for 5 minutes until set. Spoon in a small amount of nut butter into each well of chocolate. Top with a thin layer of banana. Cover the banana completely with a layer of chocolate. Freeze for 20 minutes or until ready to serve. PER CUP: 178 Calories 11g Carbs 2g Protein 14g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "7 ! Dark & white choc brownies 1 tbsp dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), finely chopped 1 tbsp white chocolate (no sugar added), finely chopped small amount of oil or organic butter to grease loaf tin ½ cup oat bran 2 tbsps coconut flour 1 tbsp stevia (or sweetener of your choice) ¾ cup chocolate or vanilla flavored whey or rice protein powder cup organic cocoa powder 1 medium sized free range egg 3 egg whites 5.4 fl oz unsweetened almond milk 2 tbsps crunchy peanut / almond butter (no sugar added) Preheat oven to 350˚F. MAKES 6 SERVINGS Pour mixture into the loaf tin and shape into a rectangle. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the brownie springs back to the touch. Insert a skewer into the center to test if it’s cooked – it will come out clean if it is. Remove from tin and place on a wire rack to cool. Put the white and dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour several inches of boiling water into a shallow wide based dish. Place over a gentle heat and allow the water to simmer gently. Place the heatproof bowl containing the chocolate into the shallow dish of water. Melt the chocolate slowly, stirring regularly. Remove from heat. Lightly grease a medium sized loaf tin and line the base with baking paper. Mix the oat bran, flour, stevia, protein powder and cocoa powder in a large bowl. In a separate bowl whisk the egg and whites for 30 seconds. Stir the almond milk and nut butter into the eggs until well combined. Mix the wet and dry mixture together until well combined. Stir in the melted chocolate. PER SERVING: 201 Calories 12g Carbs 18g Protein 9g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "% ! Choc coconut oatmeal cookies cup oatmeal cup oat bran 2.75 fl oz cold water cup crunchy peanut butter / almond butter (reduced salt and sugar) 1 tbsp stevia (or use sweetener of your choice) 2 tsps honey 3 tsps organic cocoa powder MAKES 10 COOKIES Preheat oven to 350˚F. In a bowl, mix together the oatmeal and oat bran. Add the water and combine thoroughly. Mix in the nut butter, stevia, honey and cocoa powder until well combined. Using your hands, roll the mixture into 10 balls. If the mixture is a little sticky, sprinkle a light dusting of oatmeal onto a wooden board and lightly coat each ball. Gently press the balls into discs – around 5mm thick. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the cookies on the tray. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cookies are firm. Allow to cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool. PER COOKIE: 84 Calories 9g Carbs 3g Protein 4g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks "& ! Protein mocha angel whip 10 fl oz unsweetened almond milk cup chocolate flavored whey or rice protein powder ½ tsp xantham gum cup low fat quark or yogurt 1 tsp coffee granules (decaf or caffeinated) To serve: 2 cups mixed berries or ½ cup raspberries 2 tsps dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), grated SERVES 3 Put half of the almond milk, plus the protein powder, xantham gum, quark and coffee granules in a large bowl and whisk. Slowly, whisk in the remaining almond milk. Spoon the berries into dessert bowls. Top with the protein mixture. Chill for at least 30 minutes. Sprinkle over the grated chocolate and serve with berries. PER SERVING: 127 Calories 10g Carbs 15g Protein 3g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #' ! Chewy choc protein bars 1 fl oz unsweetened almond milk ¼ cup chocolate flavored whey or rice protein powder 2 tbsps crunchy peanut butter / nut butter of choice (reduced salt and sugar) ¼ cup organic oats (use gluten free if preferred) 1 tbsp organic sultanas 1 tsp roasted mixed nuts 2 tsps ground almonds or dessicated coconut Mix the almond milk and protein powder in a bowl. Mix in the remaining ingredients, except for the ground almonds / coconut. Sprinkle the almonds / coconut onto a plate. Form the mixture into a bar, then roll in the almonds / coconut, c SERVES 2 PER SERVING: 231 Calories 17g Carbs 16g Protein 11g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #" ! Raspberry dream protein bars 1¼ tbsps freeze dried raspberries or small handful frozen raspberries, chopped finely cup vanilla flavored whey or rice protein powder 2 tbsps coconut flour 1 tbsp stevia (or use a sweetener of your choice cup dried figs, chopped very finely 2 fl oz unsweetened almond milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1½ tbsps chopped roasted hazelnuts ¼ cup white chocolate (no sugar added) MAKES 6 BARS Line a large plate with baking paper. Put the raspberries in a large bowl and add the protein powder, flour, stevia and figs. Mix well. Add the almond milk and vanilla extract and mix together with your hands to form a thick paste. Divide the mixture into 6 and form into discs. or bars. Roll in the hazelnuts, covering evenly. Put the chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour several inches of boiling water into a shallow wide based dish. Place over a gentle heat and allow the water to simmer gently. Place the bowl containing the chocolate into the shallow dish of water. Melt the chocolate slowly, stirring regularly. Remove from heat and leave to stand for 5 minutes. Drizzle the chocolate finely over the bars in thin lines or cover the bar completely. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the chocolate has set. PER BAR: 170 Calories 19g Carbs 10g Protein 6g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks ## ! Chocolate nut icecream cup 0% fat Greek yogurt (use dairy free yogurt if preferred) 2 medium sized ripe bananas, sliced 3 heaped tbsps chocolate flavor whey protein 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsps dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa), finely chopped 4 tsps chopped hazelnuts Put the yogurt, banana, whey protein and vanilla extract in a blender. Pulse until creamy. Stir in the dark chocolate and nuts. Divide into 6 small freezer proof pots Freeze for at least 2 hours. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving. SERVES 6 PER SERVING: 156 Calories 14g Carbs 16g Protein 4g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #3 ! Banana bread small amount of oil or butter to grease loaf tin 3 ripe bananas 2 eggs cup organic butter, melted 1 cup gluten free plain flour cup oat bran 1½ tsps baking powder pinch of salt 1 tsp ground cinnamon 4 tsps stevia (or use a sweetener of your choice) MAKES 11 SLICES Preheat oven to 350˚F. Grease the insides of a medium sized loaf tin. Mash the banana thoroughly in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and stir in the melted butter. Add the banana and stir well. In a separate bowl, mix together the dry ingredients. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix together with an electric hand whisk. Pour into the loaf tin and use a spatula to gently even out the mixture. Bake for 30 minutes then reduce the oven temperature to 325˚F and bake for 15-25 minutes, until the loaf is a rich golden color. Allow to stand for 5 minutes, then remove from tin and leave to cool on a wire rack. PER SLICE: 163 Calories 22g Carbs 3g Protein 7g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #$ ! Blueberry protein muffins small amount of organic coconut oil to grease tin 2 cups blueberries cup low fat quark or yogurt 3 egg whites 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 large pinch baking soda ¾ cup vanilla or banana flavored whey or rice protein powder 2 tsps stevia (or use sweetener of your choice) 1 cup oatbran 2 tsps ground cinnamon MAKES 7 MUFFINS Preheat oven to 350˚F. Grease 7 muffin tin compartments with coconut oil. Mash the berries thoroughly in a bowl. Stir in the quark, egg whites and vanilla extract and mix well until thoroughly combined. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining ingredients together. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and mix thoroughly to combine. Spoon the mixture into 7 of the muffin tin compartments. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown and spring back to the touch. Remove muffins from the tin and allow to cool on a wire rack. PER MUFFIN: 118 Calories 11g Carbs 14g Protein 2g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #" ! Chickpea cookies ¼ cup ground almonds 3 tbsps peanut / hazelnut / cashew butter (no added sugar) 3 tbsps acacia honey 2 tsps vanilla extract ½ tsp sea salt flakes 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 x 400g can chickpeas, drained 2 tsps organic cocoa powder 2 tbsps dark chocolate (70% cocoa), grated or finely chopped Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Mash or blend all of the ingredients (except for the dark chocolate) until fairly smooth. Spread the mixture onto the baking tray. Sprinkle the dark chocolate over the top and lightly press into the mixture. Bake for 15 minutes or until a golden brown. Allow to cool on a wire rack, then divide into 9 squares. MAKES 9 COOKIES PER COOKIE: 136 Calories 11g Carbs 5g Protein 8g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks ## ! Banana-berry freeze 1 banana 2½ cups frozen raspberries cup low fat Greek yogurt (use dairy free yogurt if preferred) 1 tbsp acacia honey 1 sheet baking paper SERVES 4 Cut the banana into thin slices, and place on a lined tray. Freeze for one hour. Remove bananas from the freezer and place in a food processor with the frozen raspberries. Leave for 10 minutes to soften up. Add honey and yogurt and pulse until creamy. If the processor gets stuck, wait a few minutes for the mixture to soften up before continuing. Serve immediately or freeze for a later date. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before serving. Top Tip: A healthy dessert packed full of antioxidants, ideal for entertaining guests PER SERVING: 109 Calories 21g Carbs 4g Protein 1g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #7 ! Healthy hummus 1 x 400g can chickpeas juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsps tahini 2 tsps olive oil 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground coriander pinch cayenne pepper 3 garlic cloves salt and pepper to season SERVES 15 Empty the can of chickpeas into a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, drain and leave to cool. Put all of the remaining ingredients into a blender and whizz until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Suggestion: Try adding any of these ingredients for delicious variations: sundried tomatoes, olives or roasted red peppers. PER SERVING: 52 Calories 7g Carbs 2g Protein 2g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Treats & Snacks #% ! Breakfast burrito 3 medium sized eggs, yolks and whites separated 1 tsp organic coconut oil half a small red onion, finely chopped 1 tomato, finely chopped 1 green chilli, finely chopped ½ yellow or red bell-pepper, diced handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped ½ cup cooked chicken/meat free chicken* ¼ avocado, cut into small chunks 10 SERVES 1 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Whisk the egg whites. Melt half of the coconut oil in a lightly warmed skillet. Pour half the egg whites into the pan, swirling to spread them evenly. After 30 seconds, cover and cook for 1 minute. Use a spatula to loosen and slide onto a plate. Repeat this process with remaining egg whites. PER SERVING: 540 Calories 20g Carbs 43g Protein 32g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Sauté the onion with the remaining oil for one minute then add tomato, chilies, bell-pepper, cilantro and chicken. Whisk egg yolks and pour into the pan, mixing well into the other ingredients. Add the avocado then spoon half of the filling onto each egg white. Roll the egg white up into burritos. A perfect weekend treat! Breakfast ! #& Summer fruit oatmeal ½ cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 5 fl oz cold water cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen) plus a few extra for topping 3 tbsps strawberry or vanilla flavored protein powder SERVES 1 Mix the oats and water in a saucepan over a medium heat. Bring to the boil then reduce to a gentle simmer. Stir constantly until the porridge starts to thicken. Add the berries and continue to cook, stirring for 1-2 minutes. Add more water if required if the mixture looks too thick. Taste test the porridge to ensure that the fruit is heated through. Remove from heat and stir in the protein powder until thoroughly combined. Sprinkle over a few extra berries and serve. Top tip: This high carb recipe makes an ideal post-workout breakfast. If possible, presoak the oats for 8 hours or more. This makes it much easier for the body to digest. It also speeds up the cooking process, which is ideal if you are short on time in the mornings. PER SERVING: 346 Calories 36g Carbs 37g Protein 6g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3' Butterfinger high volume protein oatmeal 40g old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 30g vanilla flavored protein powder 6 oz sugar free vanilla coconut milk (Can use almond milk as well) 1 oz of water 1 tbsp of peanut butter ½ tsp of vanilla extract ½ tsp of butter extract 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder 8g of instant sugar free fat free butterscotch pudding 1 tbsp of sugar chocolate syrup SERVES 1 Add the oats, coconut milk and water to bowl and microwave for 90 seconds. Then take out and stir in a little more water. Repeat this process for 3 total times. Once it is done, immediately add in the rest of your ingredients while the oatmeal is pretty hot. Mix all ingredients together. Put in fridge overnight for overnight oats Or enjoy right then! Tip: Put in fridge for about 4 hours and it will harden up – ideal for a dessert. PER SERVING: 364 Calories 48g Carbs 37g Protein 15g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3" Protein lavash bread crêpes 1 Josephs Lavash Bread 1 oz of Fat Free Cream Cheese ½ scoop protein powder of your choice Pour protein powder into bowl. MAKES 1 SERVING Put protein paste into the freezer for 5 minutes. Add liquid a little bit at a time and mix in until you have a thick paste like texture. Lay lavash bread flat and spread Fat Free Cream Cheese over the whole thing. Take protein paste out of the freezer and add to the lavash bread over the cream cheese. Roll lavash bread up into a crêpe. Put oven on broil and place crêpes in the oven. Broil until crêpe is golden. Top with whatever topping you would like that will compliment the flavor protein powder you used. Enjoy! HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3# Egg fajita rice cakes 1 egg 3 egg whites veggies of choice 1 green pepper, chopped half an onion, chopped 1 serving of 95% guacamole or avocado ½ serving of low fat queso 10g of Siracha 2 rice cakes SERVES 1 Mix egg white and egg together. (you are going to make this into an omelette so try and mix it together as much as possible). In a separate pan add the peppers and onions and sauté them on 6-7 heat. Lay out two rice cakes on a plate. Split the egg omelette in half and add each to a rice cake. Then add queso on top, plus the avocados and siracha. Microwave for 30 seconds. Take pepper and onions out of pan and add to the rice cakes. Enjoy! HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 33 Summer fruit pancakes 3 tsps coconut flour 2 medium sized eggs ½ tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsps stevia 1 tsp organic coconut oil 1 tbsp low fat Greek yogurt (use dairy free yogurt if preferred) 1 cup mixed berries and fruit, chopped into small pieces Suggestion: SERVES 1 Heat the coconut oil in a pan to a medium/high heat and then pour in a small amount of the mixture into the center of the pan (around 50ml). Choose low/medium-sugar fruits, such as blueberries, kiwis and strawberries, rather than high-sugar fruits, such as bananas, apples and mangos if you are limiting your carb intake Place the flour, eggs, cinnamon and stevia/ xylitol in a blender and mix until smooth. Add more flour if necessary to achieve a medium consistency (pourable but not runny). Move the pan around gently to even out the mixture into a circular shape. When small holes appear in the pancake, turn it over and heat on the other side for 1-2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining batter. Serve with yogurt and fruit. PER SERVING: 339 Calories 14g Carbs 19g Protein 23g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3$ Protein pancakes 4 medium sized eggs 1 egg white ¼ cup vanilla or chocolate flavored whey or rice protein powder 1 medium sized banana cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 1 tsp cinnamon 2 tsps stevia/honey 1 tbsp coconut flour 1 tbsp organic coconut oil MAKES 4 PANCAKES Put all of the ingredients in a blender and mix together. Add a little water if necessary to achieve the right consistency. The mixture should be quite thick but pourable. Heat a small amount of the oil in a large non stick pan, over a medium / high heat. Pour a quarter of the mixture into the center of the pan. Move the pan around gently to even out the mixture into a circular shape. When small holes appear in the pancake, turn (or flip) it over and heat on the other side for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add more oil and repeat with the remaining batter. These can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. PER PANCAKE: 193 Calories 14g Carbs 14g Protein 9g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3" Chocolate nut pancakes 3 heaped tsps coconut flour 2 tbsps chocolate flavored protein powder cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 2 medium sized eggs 1 egg white 1 tsp cocoa powder 1 tsp stevia (or use sweetener of your choice) 4 tsps dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa) 1 tbsp crunchy peanut butter (no added sugar) 2 tsps organic coconut oil MAKES 5 PANCAKES Put all of the ingredients except for the oil into a blender and mix together. Add a little water if necessary to achieve the right consistency. The mixture should be quite thick yet runny enough to pour. Heat some of the coconut oil in a large non stick pan over a medium/high heat. Pour one quarter of the mixture into the center of the pan. Move the pan around gently to even out the mixture into a circular shape. PER PANCAKE: 148 Calories 9g Carbs 10g Protein 8g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ When small holes appear in the pancake, turn or flip it over and heat on the other side for 1-2 minutes. Transfer pancake to a plate. Add more oil to the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter. These can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Serving suggestion: Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt, black cherries (fresh or frozen) and some grated dark chocolate. Breakfast ! 3# Protein pudding 1 serving of Dannon Light and Fit Vanilla Greek Yogurt 1 Serving of Dannon Light and Fit Vanilla Yogurt 1 Serving of sugar free fat free pudding mix (flavor of your choice) SERVES 1 HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Mix both the yogurts together. Add pudding mix, then mix the ingredients for 2-3 minutes until it has a pretty thick, pudding like consistency. Throw in freezer for about 10 minutes. Enjoy! Breakfast ! 37 Wake me up burrito 2 tsps organic butter or coconut oil 1 x 5.25 oz wild Alaskan salmon fillet or cooked chicken breast, sliced 2 eggs 1 egg white salt and pepper to season 2 tbsps plain yogurt 3 slices red grapefruit, chopped into small pieces 2 tsps walnut pieces, chopped roughly cup cooked beetroot, diced one third of a large avocado, diced SERVES 1 Melt half of the butter / oil in a pan over a medium heat. Fry the salmon (if using) for 10 minutes, or until cooked thoroughly (the flesh will be a pale pink when cooked). Remove from heat and set aside. In a jug, beat the eggs and egg white and season well with salt and pepper. Melt the remaining butter / oil in a large saucepan over a medium / high heat. Pour in the eggs, and tilt the pan gently so that the egg covers the base. Cook the eggs gently on one side for 2-3 minutes until firm. Remove from heat. Using a spatula, gently lift up one edge of the cooked egg, and roll it into a ‘tube’. Remove carefully from the pan using a spatula or fish slice and transfer to a large plate. Unroll again, so that it lies flat on the plate. Break the cooked salmon up into small pieces. Spoon the yogurt, grapefruit, walnut, salmon / chicken, beetroot and avocado in a line down the center of the cooked egg. Wrap one side of the cooked egg up over the filling, and gently roll up into a wrap. Cut in half, and serve. PER SERVING: 589 Calories 12g Carbs 37g Protein 52g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3% Spinach, egg & ham muffins small amount of oil or butter to grease muffin tin 1 tsp ghee or organic butter cup closed cup mushrooms, chopped into small pieces 6 medium sized free range eggs 1.5 fl oz unsweetened almond milk 2 slices wafer thin ham, cut into small pieces small handful spinach leaves, chopped into small pieces salt and pepper to season ½ cup low fat cheese, grated MAKES 6 MUFFINS Preheat oven to 350˚F. Grease 6 compartments of a muffin tin. Melt the butter / ghee in a non stick frying pan over a medium heat. Gently sauté the mushrooms for 3-4 minutes, until soft. Remove pan from heat. Whisk the eggs in a bowl, and mix in all of the remaining ingredients, except for the cheese and mushrooms. Spoon the mushrooms into the base of the 6 muffin compartments, then add the egg mixture. Sprinkle the cheese over the top of each muffin. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the muffins spring back to the touch. Remove from the tin and leave to cool for 5 minutes before serving. PER MUFFIN: 112 Calories 1g Carbs 9g Protein 8g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! 3& “5-a-day veg” omelette 3 medium sized eggs plus 1 egg white, beaten 2 tsps organic coconut oil 2 medium sized mushrooms, sliced 3 medium sized broccoli florets, finely chopped ¼ red bell-pepper, finely chopped 2 scallions, finely chopped Himalayan sea salt to season handful baby leaf spinach, roughly chopped When the center of the omelette begins to firm up, add the spinach over the entire omelette. Then carefully add the other vegetables on top of the spinach, so that it wilts. Cook for around 1-2 minutes. Using a wooden slice fold the omelette in half. Remove the omelette from the pan and serve. Any leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. SERVES 2 Break the eggs and whites into a jug and beat with a fork and season well. Melt half of the oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and add all of the chopped vegetables except for the spinach. Sauté for 5 minutes, until softened. Remove from heat and set aside. Remove any bits from the pan. Melt the remaining oil. Pour the eggs into the pan. Cook gently for around 3-4 minutes until the edges of the mixture start to crisp. PER SERVING: 210 Calories 4g Carbs 17g Protein 14g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Breakfast ! $' Protein pizza small amount of organic coconut oil for greasing 4 medium sized eggs 3 egg whites Himalayan pink salt to season 2 heaped tbsps old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 7 cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cups baby leaf spinach, finely chopped 1 green chilli, finely chopped ½ a large green bell-pepper, finely chopped 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp dried oregano Top tip: This pizza makes a great portable snack Preheat oven to 300˚F. Lightly grease a large round ovenproof dish with coconut oil. Whisk the eggs and egg whites in a jug and season well with Himalayan salt. Add the oats, vegetables, dried spices and herbs. Stir well. Pour into the dish and cook for 10 - 15 minutes. Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 3 days. MAKES 8 SLICES PER SLICE: 63 Calories 4g Carbs 6g Protein 3g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! $" B.C.T.A. (Bacon, Chicken, Tomato, Avocado) 2 tsps organic coconut oil 2 rashers unsmoked bacon (use a vegetarian bacon* if preferred) 2 scallions, chopped 2 chicken breasts, halved/ vegetarian chicken* 2 beef tomatoes, cut into slices half an avocado, mashed SERVES 2 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Suggestion: Try to use unprocessed bacon, preferably cured with natural ingredients, that contains no added artificial ingredients or preservatives. Try your local butcher or farm shop In a frying pan, melt the oil over a medium heat. Fry the bacon rashers on both sides until crispy. Remove from pan and put to one side. Pan fry the chicken for around 6-8 minutes until cooked through. Add the scallions and fry for one minute. Remove pan from heat. Arrange the items on a plate in a stack, starting with a piece of chicken as a base, and finishing with another piece of chicken as a ‘lid’. PER SERVING: 476 Calories 9g Carbs 47g Protein 28g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! $# O-mega salad 1 medium sized egg 3 small new potatoes, chopped into small pieces 1 tsp organic coconut oil 4.5 oz fresh chicken breast/meat free chicken*, cut into strips ½ tsp dried oregano few handfuls of mixed lettuce, torn into small pieces ¼ red bell-pepper, diced ¼ yellow bell-pepper, diced 4 cherry tomatoes, chopped small handful samphire cup cucumber, sliced 1½ tsps organic olive oil 2 tsps omega sprinkle (flaxseed, linseed, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds) salt and pepper to season SERVES 1 Bring a saucepan of water to the boil and cook the egg for around 10 minutes. Remove from water and set aside. Add the potatoes to the water and simmer for 10 minutes or until soft. Remove from the water and drain. Melt the oil over a medium heat in a frying pan and add the chicken. Sprinkle over the oregano, and cook for around 8 minutes, turning occasionally to brown on all sides. Once cooked, remove chicken from pan and set aside. In a salad bowl, mix together the lettuce, bell-pepper, tomatoes, samphire and cucumber. Pour over the olive oil and mix well. Slice the egg into quarters and arrange over the salad leaves, along with the chicken. Top with the omega sprinkle and season with salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! PER SERVING: 482 Calories 19g Carbs 52g Protein 22g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! $3 Dill & caper salmon burgers 12oz Alaskan salmon fillets 1 tsp dijon mustard 1 tbsp dill, finely chopped 1 tsp capers, drained 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, finely chopped half a small red onion, finely chopped ¼ tsp rock salt lemon wedge to garnish 1 tsp organic coconut oil SERVES 2 Suggestion: These taste great with a Refreshing Cucumber Salad. See recipe on page 6 Cut the salmon into chunks and put quarter into a food processor with the mustard. Pulse into a smooth paste. Add remaining salmon and ingredients and pulse to break up salmon into small chunks, rather than a smooth paste. Shape the salmon into two burgers. If the burgers are very moist, brush lightly with coconut flour. Heat a skillet over a medium heat. Add the coconut oil and fry the burgers gently for 3-5 minutes until firm and easy to flip. Turn and repeat. Serve with wedges of lemon. PER SERVING: 464 Calories 3g Carbs 50g Protein 28g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! $$ Sesame chicken 2 tbsps organic coconut oil 12.25 oz chicken breast/meat free chicken*, cut into strips salt and pepper 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp tahini 1 tbsp sherry vinegar 2 small carrots, grated 12 radishes, sliced handful parsley, roughly chopped 1 tsp sesame seeds to garnish SERVES 2 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Melt half of the coconut oil gently in a pan. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and mix with the melted oil. In a skillet, melt the remaining oil over a medium / high heat. Cook the chicken for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. In a jug, combine the tahini, oil and sherry vinegar. In a bowl, mix the chicken with carrots, radish and parsley. Drizzle the tahini dressing on top and mix well. Garnish with sesame seeds. PER SERVING: 446 Calories 11g Carbs 42g Protein 26g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! $" Chicken meatballs 12.25oz fresh chicken breast/ vegetarian chicken*, diced 1 large carrot, grated 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 cup fresh coconut, grated 1 egg 2 tsp curry powder ½ tsp salt handful parsley or cilantro 2 tsps organic coconut oil MAKES 20 MEATBALLS Put everything except for the coconut oil into a food processor and whizz into a smooth paste. Using your hands, form 20 meatballs. In a large pan, melt the coconut oil over a high heat. When the oil is hot, put the meatballs in the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Roll each meatball over and cook for a further 5 minutes. Reduce to a medium heat, cover the pan and cook for a further 6-8 minutes. * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Suggestion: These are ideal as a portable snack, or as a meal served with a healthy accompaniment, such as a salad and sweet potato PER MEATBALL: 51 Calories 1g Carbs 5g Protein 3g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! $# Fiery fries 2 cups all rounder potatoes peeled and cut into chips 1½ tbsps olive oil 2 tsps paprika good pinch of sea salt 2 tsps chili flakes SERVES 2 Preheat oven to 350˚F. Bring a large pan of lightly salted water to the boil. Add the potatoes and cook for around 8 minutes, so that they are still quite firm. Remove pan from heat and drain carefully. Place a sheet of foil on a baking tray. Drizzle with half of the oil and sprinkle with the paprika, salt and chili flakes. Add the potatoes and turn over so they get a coating of spices and oil. Drizzle over the remaining oil. PER SERVING: 222 Calories 29g Carbs 4g Protein 10g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Cook for 20 minutes, then turn the chips over. Cook for a further 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy. Lunch ! $7 Salmon asparagus 4-6 asparagus spears 1 tbsp organic coconut oil 2 x 5.25oz Alaskan salmon steaks ½ tsp Himalayan or rock salt pepper to season 15 cherry tomatoes 2 lemon wedges SERVES 2 Bring a small pan of salted water to the boil. Add the asparagus, reduce heat and simmer for around 3 minutes. Drain the asparagus and cool in cold water. In a heavy skillet, melt the oil over a medium heat. Add the salmon and cook for 10 minutes (turning halfway). Season with the salt and pepper. Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Check that the salmon is cooked through (the meat should now be a lighter color all the way through). PER SERVING: 369 Calories 6g Carbs 30g Protein 25g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Remove pan from heat. Serve the salmon with the asparagus and tomatoes. Garnish with a wedge of lemon. Lunch ! $% Steak strip salad 10 ½ tbsp organic coconut oil 3.5oz stir fry steak, cut into strips handful fresh spinach handful cherry tomatoes 5 radishes, cut into small pieces ½ cup cucumber, chopped roughly salt and pepper 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp organic balsamic vinegar SERVES 1 Heat the coconut oil in a frying pan to a medium / high heat, and add the steak. Season well and cook for 3-5 minutes on both sides, until cooked. Remove pan from heat. In a bowl, add the spinach, tomatoes, radishes and cucumber. Top with the steak. PER SERVING: 365 Calories 9g Carbs 35g Protein 21g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Pour the oil into a jug. Add the balsamic vinegar, then spoon the dressing onto the salad. Lunch ! $& Tuna & sweet potato crunchy salad 10 2 tsps organic coconut oil 1 small white onion, diced 4.5oz canned tuna chunks, drained 1 medium sized sweet potato handful mixed leaf lettuce ½ cup cucumber, diced roughly 1 red bell-pepper, sliced 1 beef tomato, diced 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp balsamic vinegar juice of half a lemon SERVES 1 PER SERVING: 539 Calories 49g Carbs 43g Protein 19g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Melt the oil gently a frying pan and add the onion. Cook over a medium heat until softened. Remove from heat and place in a bowl. Add the tuna and mix well. Pierce the potato with a knife and microwave on full heat for 6-8 minutes. When cooked, mash in a bowl with a fork. Place the potato in a serving bowl. Add the lettuce, cucumber, red bell-pepper and tomato. Pour the olive oil into a jug. Add the balsamic vinegar, then spoon the dressing onto the salad. Top with tuna and drizzle with lemon juice. Lunch ! "' Egg & ham salad 10 green beans, ends removed 2 medium sized eggs handful lettuce leaves 2 slices ham (use a vegetarian ham* alternative if preferred) 8 cherry tomatoes ½ cup cucumber, sliced 3 scallions, chopped 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp balsamic vinegar sprinkle salad seasoning SERVES 1 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! PER SERVING: 353 Calories 12g Carbs 29g Protein 21g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Bring a small pan of salted water to the boil. Add the green beans and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Remove from the water with a serrated spoon. Return the pan of water to the boil. Add the eggs and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool with cold water for several minutes. Peel eggs and slice. In a bowl add the lettuce, ham, eggs, tomatoes, cucumber, beans and scallions. Pour the oil into a jug. Add the balsamic vinegar, then spoon the dressing onto the salad. Sprinkle with salad seasoning. Lunch ! "" Tomato & basil soup 1 tsp organic coconut oil 1½ medium sized white onions, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 small sticks celery, chopped 2 small potatoes, peeled and diced 2 medium sized carrots, peeled and chopped 2 medium sized tomatoes, diced 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock (see recipe in introduction section) 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes 1 sprig fresh basil, roughly chopped salt and pepper SERVES 4 In a large pan, gently melt the oil and cook the onion until softened. Add the garlic, celery, potato and carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for a further two minutes. Add the stock and canned tomatoes. Simmer over a gentle heat for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. PER SERVING: 200 Calories 33g Carbs 8g Protein 4g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Add the basil, and season well with salt and pepper, then whizz everything in a food processor for just long enough to get the big lumps out. The soup can be reheated to serve, kept in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen on the same day. Lunch ! "# Quick, easy, tasty soup 2 tsps organic coconut oil/ghee 1 medium sized white onion, finely chopped 3 medium sized carrots, sliced 2 large sticks celery, finely chopped 1lb 12oz chicken breast/meat free chicken*, diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp Himalayan pink salt 1 tsp dried thyme 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes 1 medium salad tomato, diced 1 tbsp tomato purée ½ cup chicken or vegetable stock (see recipe in introduction section) 1 red bell-pepper, sliced 3 cups mixed beans, drained * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Add the chicken, garlic, spices, salt and thyme. Cook stirring for 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, purée, stock and red bell-pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 50 minutes. Add the mixed beans and cook for a further 5 minutes. Once cooled, this can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen on the same day. SERVES 4 Heat the oil/ghee in a large pan. Add the onion and cook gently until softened. Add the carrot and celery and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly. PER SERVING: 290 Calories 16g Carbs 43g Protein 6g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! "3 Veggie chips 2¼ cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into chips 2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chips 1 cups fresh beetroot, peeled and cut into chips 1 large parsnip, peeled and cut into chips 2 tbsps olive oil 2 tsps seasoning of your choice e.g. chilli, paprika, oregano salt and pepper to season SERVES 4 Preheat oven to 350˚F. Bring a large pan of lightly salted water to the boil. Reduce to a gentle simmer. Add the butternut squash and sweet potatoes and cook for around 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat and drain the vegetables carefully. Drizzle the oil onto several baking trays and place them in the oven for several minutes to heat up the oil. Place all of the vegetables onto the trays and sprinkle with the seasoning, salt and pepper. Turn the vegetables over in the oil to give them an even coating of spices. Cook for 20 minutes, then turn the vegetable chips over. Cook for a further 25 minutes or until golden and crispy. PER SERVING: 212 Calories 32g Carbs 3g Protein 8g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Lunch ! "$ Chickpea stew 1 tbsp olive oil 1lb 5oz chicken fillets/vegetarian chicken*, diced 2 orange bell-pepper, diced 1 large white onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground cilantro 2 red chilies, deseeded 1 x 400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock (see recipe in introduction section) cup per person uncooked basmati rice OR 2 tbsps per person uncooked basmati rice plus 3 cauliflower florets per person, finely chopped - see red note on right handful fresh cilantro Preheat oven to 375˚F. Heat the oil to a medium / low heat in a large saucepan. Fry the chicken until golden. Remove chicken from pan and set aside. Add the bell-pepper, onion, garlic, spices and chilies and fry gently for 5 minutes. Return the chicken to the saucepan and add the chickpeas and stock. Transfer the contents of the saucepan to a casserole dish, cover and cook in the oven for 20 minutes. Add the rice and cook for a further 10-15 minutes (if using white rice) or 15-20 minutes (brown rice). Add the cauliflower (if using) and cook for a further 5 minutes. Swap the rice with Cauli Rice and reduce the carbs by 22g per person. Recipe on page 57 SERVES 4 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! PER SERVING: 573 Calories 67g Carbs 47g Protein 13g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! "" Chicken nuggets 1 tsp coconut flour 3 tsps ground almonds pinch of paprika salt and pepper to season 1 tsp organic coconut oil 1 medium sized egg 7oz fresh chicken breast/ vegetarian chicken*, diced MAKES 10 NUGGETS * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Mix the flour, almonds, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl. In a separate bowl whisk the egg. Take a piece of chicken and dip it in the egg, coating it evenly. Then dip it in the flour mixture and roll until covered. Repeat this step with all of the chicken. Melt the oil in a non stick frying pan over a medium / high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes, turning regularly until brown all over. Transfer the chicken to an oven tray and cook in the oven for 10-15 minutes until cooked through. PER NUGGET: 46 Calories 0g Carbs 6g Protein 2g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! "# Chilli con cauli 1 tbsp olive oil 2 large white onions, finely chopped 1lb 10oz lean beef mince/low fat vegetarian mince* ½ green bell-pepper, diced 3 beef tomatoes, diced 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped 4 red or green chilies 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes dollop of tomato purée 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 x 400g can kidney beans, drained ¼ cup per person uncooked basmati rice 1 medium sized cauliflower head, finely chopped salt and pepper SERVES 4 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Heat the oil in a pan to a medium heat and add the onion. Fry for several minutes until soft. Add the mince and brown all over. Season well with salt and pepper. PER SERVING: 362 Calories 33g Carbs 35g Protein 10g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Add the green bell-pepper and beef tomatoes, and cook for several minutes until soft. Add the garlic cloves and chilies and cook for one minute. Add the canned tomatoes, tomato purée and cayenne pepper. Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes. Add the kidney beans and continue to cook for 10 minutes. Serve the chilli sauce on a bed of cauli rice. How to make cauli rice: Add the rice to a pan of cold salted water and bring to the boil. Simmer gently until cooked, then add the cauliflower. Cook for two minutes before draining. Dinner ! "7 Sizzle steak 2 tsps barbecue seasoning mix 1 sweet potato 1 tsp organic coconut oil 5.25oz steak strips 1 medium sized carrot, peeled and sliced 1 handful broccoli, cut into florets SERVES 1 Top Tip: There are plenty of seasoning mixes available in the markets and stores. Just check the ingredients before you buy and try to avoid anything high in sugar. Alternatively, why not have a go at making your own spice blend? Try some of these as a start: salt, pepper, onion powder, chili powder, garlic powder and paprika. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container Rub the barbecue seasoning into both sides of the steak. Pierce the potato with a knife and microwave on full heat for 6-8 minutes. Cut the potato in half and mash the insides gently with a fork. In a frying pan melt the oil over a medium heat. Add the steak and cook for several minutes on each side. Bring a small pan of salted water to the boil. Add the carrots and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Add the broccoli and simmer for a further two minutes. Drain the vegetables. Serve the steak on a plate with the sweet potato and vegetables. PER SERVING: 396 Calories 35g Carbs 37g Protein 12g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! "% Mediterranean meatloaf small amount of organic coconut oil/ * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain ghee to grease loaf tin gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label 1lb 10oz extra lean beef mince/ before you buy! vegetarian mince* Preheat oven to 300˚F. 1 cup canned chopped tomatoes 1 large white onion, finely diced Grease a loaf tin with oil/ghee. 1 handful fresh parsley, finely In a large bowl, mash up the mince, using a chopped masher or your hands. Add all the other 2 tsps dried oregano ingredients and mix until thoroughly combined. 2 large eggs, beaten 3 cloves garlic, chopped finely Cook in the oven for 1 hour. 1 tsp chili flakes Drain away any excess juice, then allow to ½ tsp organic sea salt rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. 1 tbsp olive oil plus a drizzle extra salt and pepper to season The meatloaf can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. SERVES 6 PER SERVING: 208 Calories 5g Carbs 29g Protein 8g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! "& Mince masala 2 tsps organic coconut oil 1 large white onion, finely chopped 1lb 10oz extra lean beef mince/ low fat vegetarian mince* 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 tsps Mangal meat masala powder 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp pink Himalayan salt 2 tbsps tomato purée SERVES 4 Suggestion: Meat masala tastes great with a side of chopped raw baby leaf spinach and chopped cherry tomatoes * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Melt the oil over a medium heat. Add the onions and cook for five minutes until soft. Add the mince and stir frequently until browned all over. Add the garlic, spices and salt and cook for five minutes, stirring continuously. Add the tomato purée and simmer gently for 15 minutes. PER SERVING: 279 Calories 5g Carbs 40g Protein 11g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! #' Spicy Thai burgers For the burgers: 16oz lean turkey mince/low fat vegetarian mince* 1 medium sized egg ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped, plus extra to garnish 1 green chilli, finely sliced 2 scallions, finely sliced 1 tsp Thai 7 Spice seasoning half a small red onion, peeled and finely chopped slice of fresh lime to garnish For the vegetable side dishes: 2 large sweet potatoes 1 tsp ground cinnamon 10 cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 2 cups baby leaf spinach MAKES 5 BURGERS AND 3 SERVINGS OF MASH AND VEG * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Preheat oven to 350˚F. In a large bowl, mash up the mince, using a masher or your hands. Add the remaining burger ingredients and mix well until well combined. Shape the mixture into 5 patties, then transfer to a lightly greased baking tray. Oven cook for 10 minutes. Turn over and cook for a 10-15 minutes. The juices will run clear when cooked. For the vegetable side dishes: Bake the sweet potatoes in the oven for 45 minutes or until soft. Using a fork, scrape the contents of the potatoes into a bowl. Discard the skin. Mash thoroughly and season well. Stir in the cinnamon. Pour cold water into a non-stick frying pan (just enough to cover the base). Add the tomatoes and cook gently for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the spinach and wilt gently. The burgers and mash can both be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. PER BURGER / VEG SIDE DISHES: 154 Calories / 156 Calories 1g Carbs / 35g Carbs 33g Protein / 4g Protein 2g Fat / 0g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! #" Satay spice kebabs juice of one medium sized orange 2 tsps orange zest 2 tbsps peanut butter 3 tbsps soy sauce 1 inch piece ginger, peeled and finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp acacia honey 2 tsp red chili flakes 16oz chicken breast/vegetarian chicken*, diced pre-soaked wooden skewers SERVES 3 i deal for ibibq Preheat oven to 300˚F and, if using a barbecue, prepare it for cooking. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard marinade ingredients. Cook chicken in the oven for 20 minutes, then turn and cook for a further 25 minutes. Finish on the barbecue for 20 minutes (or continue to cook in the oven). Serve with a crispy salad. * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Mix together the orange juice, orange zest, peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, honey and red chili flakes until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (maximum of 8 hours). PER SERVING: 344 Calories 11g Carbs 48g Protein 12g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! ## Lime chicken i deal fajitas 1lb 2 oz chicken breast/ vegetarian chicken*, diced juice of 2 limes 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tbsp olive oil 1 red bell-pepper, sliced 1 green bell-pepper, sliced 1 yellow bell-pepper, sliced 1 medium sized white onion, finely sliced ½ tsp ground cumin ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper pre-soaked wooden skewers for ibibq SERVES 3 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Preheat the oven to 300˚F, or prepare the barbecue for cooking. Put the chicken in a bowl. Combine the lime juice and about half of the garlic. Pour the mixture over the chicken, coating thoroughly. Cover the dish and allow it to marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. PER SERVING: 325 Calories 12g Carbs 49g Protein 9g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Avoid leaving the chicken to marinate for too long, as the lime juice will break down too much of the tissue. Remove from fridge and thread several chicken pieces onto each skewer. Place the chicken on the barbecue or in the oven and turn regularly until cooked through (around 20 minutes). Heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium heat. Add the bell-pepper, onion and remaining garlic to the skillet. Cook for around five minutes or until tender, stirring regularly. Sprinkle with cumin, salt and pepper. Serve the fajita mix topped with the chicken, with a side salad. Dinner ! #3 Warming stew 1 tbsp ghee 1 small white onion, finely chopped 1lb 14oz lean casserole beef / tofu* handful button mushrooms, sliced 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 medium sized carrots, peeled and chopped half a swede, diced 2¼ cups all purpose potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 organic stock cube dissolved in 1 cup boiling water sprig fresh rosemary 1 tbsp tomato purée salt and pepper to season SERVES 4 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! In a large saucepan, melt the ghee over a medium heat. Add the onion, and sauté gently until soft. Transfer to a separate plate. Add the beef, if using, to the saucepan and brown on all sides (approximately 3-5 minutes). If using tofu, cook gently for around 4-5 minutes until soft. Transfer to a separate plate. Add the mushrooms to the saucepan and cook for 3-5 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for a further 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Return the beef /tofu and onions back into the saucepan. Stir in the carrots, swede and potatoes and add the stock liquid. There should be enough liquid in the pan to cook the vegetables, although they needn’t be completely covered. Add the rosemary and tomato purée and season well. Cover and simmer for up to two hours (if using beef) or 45 minutes if using tofu. Top up with fresh water if necessary. As the potatoes cook, they will thicken up the sauce. PER SERVING: with beef/with tofu 501 Calories/393 Calories 29g Carbs/32g Carbs 76g Protein/19g Protein 9g Fat/21g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! #$ Bacon & blue cheese burgers 26.5 oz extra lean ground beef (or use a vegetarian alternative*) 1 small white onion, chopped finely 1 medium free range egg 1 tsp brown mustard seeds salt and pepper to season 2 tsps ghee or organic butter 5 rashers unsmoked back bacon (or use a vegetarian bacon*), cut into small pieces cup blue marble/maytag blue cheese (or use a low fat hard cheese), cut into 5 strips MAKES 5 BURGERS * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! In a large bowl, mash the beef up with your hands to break it up. Add the onion, egg, mustard seeds and salt and pepper and mix together thoroughly. Melt half of the ghee / butter in a non stick frying pan. Add the bacon and fry until crispy. Remove from pan from heat. Form the beef mixture into 10 disc shapes. Place a slice of cheese on 5 of the discs. Add the bacon pieces (using it all up). Use the other 5 discs as a ‘lid’, covering the cheese and bacon. Seal the edges well to prevent the cheese escaping when you cook the burgers. Return the frying pan to the heat and add the remaining ghee / butter. Place the patties in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes then turn over and repeat. If you like your burgers ‘well done’, finish cooking them under a medium grill for 2-3 minutes. PER BURGER: 244 Calories 2g Carbs 32g Protein 12g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! #" Spinach & ricotta pizza small amount of organic coconut oil/butter to grease dish 4 medium sized eggs 3 egg whites cup old fashioned oats (use gluten free oats if preferred) 4 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup baby leaf spinach, finely chopped 1 red chilie, finely chopped half a green bell-pepper, finely chopped 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp dried oregano 3 tbsps low fat ricotta/cream cheese (use dairy free cheese if preferred) salt and pepper to season MAKES 6 SLICES Suggestion: This recipe tastes great either warm from the oven or straight from the fridge. Makes a great portable snack. Preheat oven to 300˚F. Lightly grease a large round ovenproof dish with coconut oil or butter. Whisk the eggs and egg whites in a jug. Season well. Add the oats, vegetables, dried spices and herbs and stir well. Pour into the dish and cook for around 10 minutes, until center of mixture is cooked. Spoon on the cheese and cook for a further 5 minutes. Once cooled, store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. PER SLICE: 93 Calories 6g Carbs 9g Protein 4g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! ## Cauliflower cheese pizza For the base: cup cauliflower, grated 1½ tbsps psyllium husks 2 tbsps oat bran, uncooked cup grated mozzarella cheese ½ cup low fat grated cheese 1 medium sized free range egg For the topping: cup tomato purée 1 tbsp grated mozzarella cheese ½ cup low fat cheese, grated 1 cup closed cup mushrooms, finely sliced cup wafer thin ham, sliced 1 beef tomato, finely sliced cup red onion, finely chopped 2 tsps chili flakes (optional) 1½ tbsps sun dried tomatoes in olive oil 4 black olives, sliced 5 fresh basil leaves Preheat oven to 400˚F. Line a round ovenproof dish or baking tray with baking paper. In a large bowl mix together the base ingredients until thoroughly combined. Press the mixture firmly into the base of the oven dish. Cook for 15 minutes or until a crispy golden brown. Remove from oven and spread the tomato purée evenly over the pizza base, covering well. Add all of the other topping ingredients except for the basil leaves, arranging them evenly over the pizza base. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the topping ingredients are cooked. Add the basil leaves and serve. SERVES 3 PER SERVING: 355 Calories 29g Carbs 26g Protein 15g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Dinner ! #7 Baked pizza potato skins 1 tsp ghee or organic coconut oil 2 rashers unsmoked bacon (or use a vegetarian bacon*) cut into small pieces 4 medium sized all rounder potatoes 2 tsps onion powder ½ tsp Italian seasoning cup tomato purée salt and pepper ¾ cup low fat cheese, grated SERVES 4 * Note: Some meat free alternatives contain gluten and/or MSG. Please check the label before you buy! Preheat oven to 350˚F. Heat the ghee / oil in a non stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the bacon pieces and fry until crispy. Remove pan from heat and set aside. Place the potatoes on a tray and bake for 90 minutes. Remove the potatoes from oven and increase the oven temperature to 400˚F. Leave potatoes to cool then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out most of the potato from the inside of the potato skins. Mix the onion powder and Italian seasoning into the tomato purée. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon the mixture into the potato skins. PER SERVING: 215 Calories 25g Carbs 13g Protein 7g Fat HHHàÑ]{ l ì!]{ å ì{ |ì9zi ìå{ É|z]{ à"l _ Add a layer of chopped bacon and sprinkle over a layer of cheese. Put the potatoes in the oven for 20-25 minutes. Leave to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Dinner ! #%