I know Halloween’s over and the stores have already replaced their Halloween decorations for Christmas ones but I’m not over pumpkins just yet (and I’m not ready for Christmas yet either)! I’m heading out shortly with some old school friends for a colourful, music-filled evening watching fireworks and thought this creamy pumpkin risotto would be…
Recipes
Spinach, Pumpkin & Lentil Dhal
Continuing on my autumn-pumpkin theme is this delicious spinach, pumpkin and lentil dhal, dahl or dal. Dhal is an Indian term, referring to both the ingredient (dried or split pulses, in our case canned lentils) and the dish made from it. My low-FODMAP dhal is a perfect warming dish to enjoy on a cold autumn…
Pumpkin Ratatouille
The first of my pumpkin recipes, Ratatouille. This is healthy, delicious and super easy. It’s filling and hearty too, making it a great choice for an autumn meal. The secret ingredient, fresh rosemary… I can never get enough of it. I love everything about it: the way it looks, the fact it smells like heaven and tastes delicious….
Paella
The word paella originally refers to the pan – a paellera (from the latin word for pan, patella). It has since been associated with the Spanish rice dish. The traditional Valencian recipe consists of green beans and meat (chicken and rabbit, with optional snails) but there are loads of different types including ‘Paella Verduras’ (veggie paella)…
Patatas a lo Pobre
My friend Robin’s mother has an allotment so we get very lucky with delicious super organic vegetables. I can’t describe what a treat it is! Last time Robin came over his goodie bag included these delicious potatoes. So I decided to make this variant on Patatas Pobre, because I wanted to make a dish where…
Lentil & Walnut Burgers
While I’ve never liked traditional (meat) burgers, I used to make a mean (cruelty-free) beet-burger that even my omnivore brother enjoyed. However, when I started on the low-FODMAP diet it took me a while to discover a delicious, gut-friendly, wholesome replacement. After a few attempts this is what I came up with! I hope you enjoy…
Menorcan Quiche, Veganised!
My mother, who incase I haven’t already mentioned is a brilliant cook, makes the best quiches. Even my nieces who can be a little selective can’t get enough of them! So while I was staying with my parents this summer I utilised my mum’s help in coming up with a vegan, low-FODMAP alternative which I honestly…
Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers
I love these. When I was a (vegetarian) teenager my mum used to make stuffed peppers which even my meat eating father and brother enjoyed. They did have cheese on them and were usually stuffed with beans, but these vegan low-FODMAP alternatives are very hearty and make a delicious winter dinner which I think will…
Aubergine Rolls
The aubergines in Menorca looked so inviting I couldn’t help but want to eat them for every meal! This isn’t something I would make just for me as it’s a little fiddly but if you are having people over the rolls look surprisingly impressive (especially with a few fresh basil leaves on top) and although…
Tomato & Basil Courgetti
I love this dish. Even before discovering fodmap I experimented with loads of courgetti dishes as I love pasta but unfortunately it’s never loved me! This dish is warming and comforting without being harsh on the tummy, like many traditional pasta dishes. As an added bonus the tomatoes smell delicious while cooking, heaven! While you…
