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Gluten-Free Millet Naan: A Healing Bread Rooted in Memory

By , February 6, 2026

There is something sacred about watching bread being made by hand As a child, I would sit quietly in the kitchen and watch my grandmother roll out chapatis — the rhythm of her hands, the soft dusting of flour in the air, the warmth rising from the pan as each flatbread puffed and browned. It

Chickpea and Kale Stew (GF, V)

By , January 31, 2026

‘Warm food provides both physical and emotional solace’ This chickpea and kale stew is designed as a warming, nourishing dish that supports digestion while providing steady, sustained energy. It is one of my grandmothers recipes, where I switched out the spinach for kale as that is what I picked up at the farmers market. Chickpeas

Yellow Mung Dal (GF)

By , January 9, 2026

‘When we eat Sattvic food, it gives us inner clarity, determination and peace’ This split yellow moong dal recipe is a celebration of simplicity, balance, and mindful nourishment. In Ayurveda, moong dal is prized for being light, easy to digest, and deeply restorative, making it suitable for all constitutions. When slow-cooked and paired with gentle

Squash Salad (GF, V)

By , December 17, 2025

‘Diets trend and go, but nature’s own seasonal bounty endures – rooted in the cycles of resilience, nutrition and the science of adaptation’. Every year in December we have the Fiddleheads Cooking Studio’s last quarterly meeting. We make various dishes for potluck and share a table. It is a lovely way to represent ourselves in

Sesame, Shiitake Broth with Chili Crisp Tofu (GF, V)

By , September 19, 2025

‘What the world needs now is love sweet love’ This is a lovely soup comforting soup with layers of umami. It is another delicious recipe from ‘Healthy High Protein’ by Dr Rupy Aujila. It calls for tahini and miso, which gives a wonderful depth to the flavour. Chinese cooking uses a sesame paste, so if

Muhammara Style Dip (GF, V)

By , August 27, 2025

Mr B loves this dip, so I thought I would make a healthy version for him. The walnuts add protein and phytonutrients, the peppers antioxidants. It is packed with plenty of flavour and can be used as a dip, a topping or marinade. There are lots of protein additions that complement this dish also, a

Crispy Chickpeas (GF, V)

By , July 30, 2025

The humble chickpea certainly packs above its weight in nutrition given its size.  This is a wonderful snack that can be added to any dish to boost your protein and fibre. You can eat it alone as a snack or add it as protein on a texture contrast. You can vary the spicing, think, salt

Avocado Lentil Cakes with Kimchi and Sesame (GF)

By , July 20, 2025

This is my new favorite breakfast. I eat it with smoked salmon, but you can make it with scrambled tofu or egg. It’s quick to put together and is lovely and light. It has high protein, veggies, probiotics and a lot of flavor. I especially like the toasted sesame oil addition. I got this recipe

Nori Almond Butter Snacks (GF, V)

By , July 10, 2025

‘Seaweed is a natural purifier, acting like a Brita filter for the ocean’ The advantage of including sea vegetables in your diet is immense, they are some of the most nutritious foods you can eat. Sea vegetables boast elevated levels of minerals like iron, calcium, iodine and are high in protein. Due to not needing