Baked figs are actually a new experience for me… In fact, I was completely in the dark about the delightful world of the fig until last summer. Walking in Portugal there is an abundance of these delicious little fruits hanging from the trees everywhere I looked. We even had neighbours bringing them to us by...
Summer Vegetable Frittata with Asiago Cheese is a perfect dish at any time of the year. However, it’s particularly good served cold in the hight of summer. Feel free to choose your own selection of vegetables the more the merrier. Some good options for this Summer Vegetable Frittata are: Broccoli – thought to maintain heart health,...
Don’t be put off by the “medium sugar effect” part of the title, baked balsamic tomatoes are so nutritious. However, I would advise you not to eat this dish during the first 2 weeks of a sugar-free diet. After all, we do not want to trigger any sugar cravings. Everybody is different, and while some...
Such a decadent treat, these Figs Wrapped in Prosciutto can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, as an appetizer, or even for a snack. Figs are bursting at the seems with healthy fibre along with many other health benefits. Let’s take a look inside these figs wrapped in Prosciutto… Figs can aid weight loss – because they...
Okay, If you know this Vietnamese dish you are probably wondering where the Cola has disappeared to. However, for the sake of your health, I had to remove that bad boy. Bear with me. It works just as well, if not better with a bottle of light beer. Let me know what you think? Full...
I needed to find a way to reduce the sugar in our beloved spiced onions recipe. This no added sugar Mango Chutney was the best place to begin. Of course, we still have a lot of naturally occurring fruit sugars in the Mango Chutney. So, keep consumption to a minimum, especially if you are diabetic. ...
Any Indian food takes me back to my childhood. Every weekend we would choose between an Indian or Chinese takeaway restaurant. My mum and I definitely always prefered Indian food. If you have ever eaten Indian food in Scotland I’m sure you will understand why. It somehow seems to be better than anywhere else. Perhaps...
Chinese Spaghetti Bolognese is a new favourite in our household. A fresh and flavour packed upgrade in the traditional Italian dish. You will find an upgrade in the nutrition too. This includes extra garlic, ginger and a healthier noodle amongst other things. Always purchase the darkest noodles you can find they have a slower sugar...
Garlic Roast Chicken with Lemon and Thyme seems like a real treat when you are on a low sugar diet. And, if you are not for that matter. This recipe is a tangy, salty, and crisp taste experience. And, if you are anything like me you will have the crispy skin whipped off before the...
I know what your thinking, this Mixed Berries and Coconut Cream dessert cannot be good for me? WRONG! Super nutritious berries and the delightful creaminess of whipped cream and coconut make this the simplest most delicious dessert you are ever likely to come across. It takes seconds to make and would not look out of...
