Nutrition Centre Recipes
Enjoy delicious and multicultural recipes, many of which are adjusted to improve their nutritional profile, without compromising on taste
Pav Bhaji
13 July 2017
A popular street food in Mumbai, India, Pav Bhaji is the perfect medley of vegetables, rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre. With a unique blend of pav bhaji spices, the recipe offers an abundance of favour and a kick of chili. The cumin, ginger, garlic, lime, and turmeric give the mixed vegetables an extra zing. What a great way to add colour to you plate!
Chicken Biryani
8 July 2017
This is the ultimate, South Asian indulgence! Chicken cooked in gravy made with the perfect culmination of cinnamon, cloves, cumin and cardamon that create an irresistible aroma, topped with fragrant, boiled basmati rice. Chicken Biryani smells and tastes like celebration! Whether it's an occasion or you just want to feel like royalty at home, a potful of steaming Biryani is sure to make everyone happy!
Date and Cocoa Protein Balls
29 June 2017
Looking for an afternoon treat or post-workout nibble? These no-bake portable snack bites provide a burst of energy and flavour for on-the-go munching. Super easy and super delicious, a serving of these scrumptious balls provides 4 grams of protein. Dates are blended with cocoa and a medley of seeds; including pumpkin, chia and sesame. Rolled into the perfect bite size, these energy balls provide a lot of punch. And the best part? They can be made in advance and frozen.
East African Beef Mishkaki
17 June 2017
Fire up that BBQ! It's Mishkaki time. Spicy and succulent skewered cubes of beef are slowly grilled over hot charcoals to impart a delicious, smoky aroma to this popular East African delicacy. Need something to pair this with? Complete your BBQ with a side of colourful grilled vegetables or salad.
Cajun Shrimp with Quinoa
29 May 2017
It's time to take shrimp to the next level! Cheesy, spicy and tender Cajun Shrimp with Quinoa is one flavour-packed recipe that's ideal for that special family lunch. It's hard to believe something so good can be so easy and delicious!
Coriander and Pepper Chicken
15 April 2017
Coriander and black pepper create the perfect combination to make this chicken recipe irresistibly fragrant and flavourful. Blitz a few ingredients in the blender, sauté the chicken pieces, and finish with a coriander-pepper tomato glaze. Five steps and on your table in a 30 minutes. Serve with a side salad, vegetable rice or roti.
Spinach & Pomegranate Salad with Walnuts
28 March 2017
Crisp and juicy apples with ruby red crunchy pomegranate seeds gives a sweet and tart zest to this beautiful salad. The saltiness of the feta cheese combined with the sweet raspberry dressing and toasted walnuts takes this salad to another level!
Massaged Avocado Kale Salad
23 February 2017
Have you massaged kale for raw salads? Rubbing the avocado and lemon dressing into the leaves helps to soften them and ensures that every bit is deeply infused with flavour. Get your hands dirty - you won't regret it!
Syrian Chickpea Fatteh Salad
15 February 2017
A Leventine dish from Chachi's Kitchen, UK. Torn, toasted pita is topped with warm chickpeas and dressed with a cool, garlic yogurt sauce. A sprinkling of nuts and seeds adds a crunch to every bite. What a way to disguise your leftover pita bread!
Murgh Mussallam
29 January 2017
A gourmet Mughlai dish, murgh mussallam is rich and regal. Infused with the exquisite flavours of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves; it's one recipe to relish for any celebration.
Sabzi Polo ba Mahi (Herbed Rice with Fish)
24 January 2017
Celebrate the new year, Navroz (Nowruz) with this classic Persian recipe from Chachi's Kitchen, UK, Sabzi Polo ba Mahi (herbed rice with fish). Fresh herbs like parsley, coriander and dill, symbolic of rebirth, infuse the rice with their scents. And not to mention the exotic flavour of saffron that brings a floral touch. Served with white fish, which is symbolic of life.
Laal Bateta with Sweet Potatoes
14 January 2017
A creative and nutritious spin on the traditional laal bateta recipe often served in some Jamatkhanas. This mouthwatering combo of sweet and white potatoes provides the perfect balance of sweet and savoury. Simple to pull off, these bite-sized chunks are tossed in a fiery blend of Kashmiri red chilli, cumin, mustard seeds and garlic; topped with crunchy peanuts and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Really - what's not to love!
