Tofu, tofu, tofu! It’s got a mixed rep. I’ve heard omni’s describing it as tasteless, bland and depressing. But, to me, that just makes it the perfect canvas. The best thing about tofu is that you can make it whatever you want. Heaven! The key is knowing how to cook and marinate it (and there…
Accompaniments
Delicious French Vinaigrette
French vinaigrette is a classic dressing and everyone should know how two make it! Most cooks have their own house dressing and for good reason. Shop-bought dressings are usually expensive, high-FODMAP and full of unhealthy preservatives, making a salad more of a junk food meal than the healthy one it’s hailed to be. This is my…
Thick Tahini Dressing
Tahini doesn’t look very appealing (it’s basically oily, beige goo) but this thick paste, made from sesame seeds, is full of flavour. It’s richness and adaptability make it ideal for sauces – especially with when served with veggies, falafels, wild rice and pulse-based dishes (and, of course, salads). The possibilities are endless. Tahini can be…
Broccoli & Lemon Puree
Try this broccoli puree for a different way to enjoy your greens. Even if you’re not a natural broccoli lover it’s a delicious alternative way to get your fix! If you want to make an even creamier puree, just add some plant milk of your choice, omit the lemon (optional) and add pine nuts… Heaven….
Balso Dressing AKA Balsamic Dressing
Aside from the fact that store bought dressing is rarely low-FODMAP why settle for bottled, processed dressings full of preservatives, when you can make your own, easy, healthy version in less than a minute? Balsamic vinaigrette is one of the easiest dressings to make… It’s so easy, you barely need a recipe! Just pop three ingredients into…
Mama’s Hummus
It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3… It takes minutes, only uses 6 ingredients and tastes amazing! Every time my mum makes this it’s a huge hit. It’s creamy, fresh and full of flavour making it the perfect accompaniment for some pre-dinner tapas. Remember 42g of chickpeas is a safe low FODMAP serving (84g contains…
Tomato and Basil sauce
Wash, half and destem the tomatoes Place them on a baking tray, cut side down. They’ll look like lots of little pac men! Roast the tomatoes 15-20 minutes, until the skins are shrivelling and blackening. Don’t place them too low in the oven; you want them circa 6-8 inches below the heat. Remove the tomatoes…
Lemon & Chilli Dressing
This lemon & chilli dressing has 3 ingredients, only takes a couple minutes and is bursting with flavour! It’s one of my absolute summer favourites. I particularly like it with Sebastian’s Salad, one of my go-to-summer meals. I love, love, love the smell of lemon and this dressing tastes just as good, as long as you…
