Recipes

These simple high protein balls are so versatile.  Serve them hot or cold with salads, in a tomato pasta sauce.  Swap the seasonings, herbs and spices to change the flavours.  Make them with either cashews or for a nut free version with cooked red lentils. Photo Jacqui Hardy, Tester and Taster Preparation 20-30 Minutes Cooking 20-30 Minutes Plants 8-10 Serves 4-6 GF V NF Option DF Ingredients 200g grated courgette 1 small leek or half a larger one finely chopped 2 t

This is a moist, delicious and filling cake.  It is not very sweet.  This recipe was a hit with Tester and Tasters, for breakfast, with a coffee, or as a meal in a cake whilst travelling. This photo Diane Hayter, Tester and Taster Preparation 20-40 Minutes Cooking 20-60 Minutes Plants 6 Serves 10-12 GF V Option NF Option DF Ingredients 200g sweet potatoes 75g dates or other sweetener of your choice eg agave syrup 75ml EVOO 3 eggs or egg replacement 200g ground

Piccata is a classic Italian dish, usually thin slices of meat, served in a butter lemon sauce with capers and parsley.  This version uses cannellini or barlotti beans, and broccoli instead.  It is tasty hot or cold, as a side dish or as the main element to a meal. Photo: Esther Gladman, Tester and Taster GF V NF DF Preparation: 10-15 Minutes Cooking 20-30 Minutes Plants 6 Serves 4 Ingredients 2 tbsp EVOO  1 medium onion or leek about 100g finelly chopped  200g br

Aubergine and Fennel Stew with Chickpeas, Esther Gladman, Tester and Taster The fresh taste of fennel and the earthy flavour of the...

These basic spinach waffles can be made as pancakes/flatbreads or baked in muffin cases or mini bread tins.  They work for any meal, packed lunches and more.  I have included the Butterbean Stir-fry topping which can be eaten hot or cold. GF V Option NF DF Preparation 15-25 minutes Cooking 10-20 Minutes Plants 14+ Serves 2-4 Ingredients Waffles   75g washed baby leaf spinach 50g barley flakes or oats 2 tsp ground chia, flax or camelina seeds 1/4 tsp bicarbonate of

This recipe uses lentil flour which makes the crackers quick to make.  Asian shops will sell a variety of lentil flours so experiment and make different flavours to suit your taste.  Instructions also given for soaked red lentils.

Protein Scones, Judith Cousin, Protein Scones - great for travelling, with a coffee, packed lunches and more. Nut Free, Gluten Free,...

Versions of these fritters can be found throughout Greece and Turkey which usually do not have cheese in them.  I have slightly adapted...

This gluten free vegan cake is light, refreshing and very easy to make.  It can be served hot or cold and goes well with fresh or frozen...

This gluten free cake is like a crustless cheesecake, it’s light and fluffy and refreshing and very easy to make.  It can be served hot...

A very simple pasta recipe full of fresh flavours, economical and quick to make. GF V NF Option DF Serves 4-6          Storage: ...

This is a really simple sauce which adds protein and flavour to vegetables or other dishes.   Change the herbs and spices to suit your...

These pancakes make a filling base for savoury or sweet breakfast or lunch.  They are great way to add more beans in to the diet without...

Tomato soup is one of those family favourites its always full of flavour.  This version adds lentils to balance the sugars in the...

This is a great alternative to Christmas Cake, for birthdays or any other celebration.  It’s a rich, dense and chocolately cake serve...

This pastry is made with a mixture of green pea and other grain flours. It is great for savoury dishes such as quiche or in this case...

This is a really simple tomato sauce that works well with lots of different dishes especially nut roasts, lentil roasts, burgers and the...

A classic family favourite that most children and adults love.  This vegan version is a filling and comforting meal.

This is a standard seeded loaf that you can bake in the oven or if you have a multi function cooker that has a steam bake and bread...

This is now one of my favourite loaves.   The seeds are toasted for extra flavour alongside rosemary roasted butternut squash. The soy...