A cake that is not very sweet and that stays fresh and delicious for many days. My advice is to keep it in the refrigerator and heat your portion in the microwave for 30 seconds before eating. This will make it warm and soft and will bring all the aromas to the surface. Ingredients: (for... Continue Reading →
Quinoa salad with spicy shrimp
This quinoa salad is packed with protein and flavor, combining fluffy quinoa with succulent, spicy shrimp. A healthy and delicious dish! Ingredients: (for 3 portions) one medium red onion 200 g quinoa 800 g shrimp (I had frozen) 30 g butter Mix of spices: one tablespoon of garlic powder, one tablespoon of onion powder, one... Continue Reading →
Eggs in green pesto
Eggs in green pesto - breakfast full of flavor and aroma. You can use green pesto or red pesto; both have equally tasty results. Ingredients: (for 2 portions) green pesto (4 teaspoons) 4 eggs 20 g butter sesame seads + pine nuts 1 big avocado blueberries cherry tomatoes small cucumbers salt + peper aceto balsamico... Continue Reading →
Caramelised carrots served with feta sauce – Vegetarian
The ideal side dish for fish or steak, or simply a light and flavorful lunch or dinner, served as is - these carrots are easy to prepare, low-carb and low-effort π. Ingredients: (for 5 servings) 1 kg of carrots 1 small lemon 60 g of butter, diced 2-3 teaspoons of honey 50 g of walnuts... Continue Reading →
Baked potato slices – Vegetarian
These potatoes are easy to prepare, delicious, and cute-looking. They are perfect for a festive meal or a regular meal. For the vegan version, use only olive oil, not butter. Ingredients: (for 6 servings - the tray I used is 28/19 cm) 7-8 medium yellow or red potatoes 3-4 medium sweet potatoes 2-3 sprigs of... Continue Reading →
Tofu with green beans and carrots – Vegan
A recipe that can be made in the blink of an eye, and which is even better the second day (if there's any left) π Here's some important information about the benefits of tofu: Good source of protein: Tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein, being a healthy alternative to animal protein. Rich in... Continue Reading →
Pistachio tiramisu
I don't know about you, but I love pistachios. This cake is perfect regardless of the season, it's easy and fast to prepare and doesn't require baking. And let's not mention: the assembly and preparation are like a walk in the park. Ingredients: (for a 20/20 cm tray - 8 servings) 50 g raw pistachios... Continue Reading →
Mini breads with leek & cheese – Vegetarian
Perfect for lunch at work, to be enjoyed with a hot meal, or just with some butter on them, these breads are delicious and quick to make. They stay fresh for a few days without problems (you can keep them in the fridge). Heat them for 30 seconds in the microwave before eating them -... Continue Reading →
Pita sandwich with hummus and falafel – Vegan
Delicious, easy to prepare and assemble, it will be a lifesaver for a quick lunch or dinner full of flavours and aromas. Ingredients: (For 3 servings of 2 sandwiches each) 18 falafel balls 250-300 g classic hummus cucumbers tomatoes red cabbage salad from a jar (like this one https://denningers.com/products/kuehne-red-cabbage-720-ml ) or you can also use... Continue Reading →
Slightly spicy vegetable soup – Vegan
Ready in less than 20 minutes, delicious and perfect for chilly days or evenings. Low carb, fat-free, full of flavour and budget-friendly. What more could you want? Ingredients: (for 4 servings) 2 medium onions 2 medium carrots fresh parsley about 50-60 g of noodles a small cauliflower 1 piece of leek 3 bouillon cubes a... Continue Reading →
Fresh ravioli with mushrooms and spinach – Vegetarian
I like simple recipes that have super tasty results. π That's the case with this recipe. It's super simple and quick to prepare, with just a few ingredients, and the result is downright delicious. Ingredients: (for 4 portions) 100 g green pesto 250 g mushrooms (I had 250 g brown champignons and 100 g shiitake... Continue Reading →
Green beans with garlic and nuts – Vegetarian
Perfect for summer, easy to make and delicious, this recipe is on repeat for me during summer days, and we have a long summer ahead π. Ingredients: (for 6 servings) 1 kg of green beans (frozen or fresh) 150 g mixed nuts 3 medium carrots 5-6 medium/small peppers a clove of garlic 100 g butter... Continue Reading →
Halloumi and zucchini skewers, served with baked tomato sauce – Vegetarian
I like halloumi cheese a lot, I love it warm and browned in a pan, or integrated into various dishes and combinations. It is a very versatile cheese. Here, along with the baked tomato sauce, its taste is perfectly complemented by the rest of the ingredients. Ingredients: (for 2 servings) For the baked tomato sauce:... Continue Reading →
Stuffed peppers with quinoa and peas – Vegetarian
A vegetarian delight: peppers stuffed with quinoa, peas and cheese, baked in the oven, full of intense flavors and fine textures. Ingredients: (for 3 servings) 6 bell peppers 200 g quinoa 350 g peas (canned) 6-7 cloves of garlic 2 medium onions 2 medium carrots 250 grams of cheese (I had Gouda - you can... Continue Reading →
Oats tart with rhubarb and strawberries
It's rhubarb season, and you can already find strawberries in stores, so you have to try this delicious tart that is incredibly easy to prepare. Ingredients: (For 12 servings / a tray of ~27 cm diameter) *For the oat base: 130 g plain rolled oats 250 g brown sugar 90 g flour 1 teaspoon ground... Continue Reading →
Sweet potatoes and black beans enchiladas – Vegetarian
For a quick lunch or dinner, this recipe will be a saviour and it's super tasty and easy to prepare. π Ingredients: (for 4 servings) 200 g cheese (I had some leftover Parmesan and some Gouda cheese - you can use any cheese like that) 500 g sweet potatoes 5 cloves of garlic 1 bell... Continue Reading →
Curry with cauliflower and mushrooms – Vegan
Vegan curry easy to prepare and full of flavour. I served it with some rice noodles, but you can also serve it with rice instead of noodles. Please keep in mind that you can prepare this curry by also using other vegetables instead of bell peppers, mushrooms and cauliflower. For example, broccoli, zucchini, normal or... Continue Reading →
Creamy risotto with mushrooms and parmesan -Vegetarian
Delicious rice, full of flavour. Mushrooms are among my favourite ingredients. I love them. I am absolutely fascinated and happy when I discover a new recipe in which I can integrate them. I expected this rice to turn out good, but I didn't expect it to turn out absolutely delicious. So if you also like... Continue Reading →
Cheesy peppers – Vegetarian
I had a lot of pieces of various types of cheese in the fridge, and I thought it would be a shame to let them spoil. So I thought it wouldn't be a bad idea to try making some baked cheesy peppers. π The result was an extremely easy-to-make and extremely tasty appetizer, which I... Continue Reading →
Castagnaccio – Tuscan Chestnut Cake – Vegan
I discovered that chestnut flour is a thing. Somehow I never thought that such a thing existed π But apparently it exists and is very popular in some regions of Italy, where there are different kinds of food and desserts that incorporate it. So I decided to try it and after some research, I chose... Continue Reading →
Spicy shrimps with tomato sauce
Shrimps with tomato sauce, spicy and intensely flavoured, served with rice. A great treat for lunch or dinner. Ingredients: (for 5 servings) 1 kg shelled shrimps 800 g canned diced tomatoes 3 stalks of celery 2 large carrots fresh parsley 4 cloves of garlic 1 yellow onion 1 bell pepper a spoonful of dried oregano... Continue Reading →
Cabbage stew with minced beef
If you love cabbage, this recipe will definitely be to your taste. It is easy and quick to prepare, using simple ingredients, but the result is delicious. Ingredients: (for 8 servings) 500 g minced beef fresh parsley 2 yellow onions 4 stalks of celery 500 ml beef/chicken/vegetable stock (if you don't have stock, use 3-4... Continue Reading →
Potato wraps – Vegetarian
I don't know about you, but when it comes to "what to eat?" I often find myself running out of time or ideas, and sometimes I acknowledge that I was actually too lazy and didn't go shopping or didn't make an effort to think about what we will eat in the following days. π This... Continue Reading →
Curry with edamame and sweet potato (Vegan), served with pan-fried beef meatballs
This is a quick recipe for a delicious vegan curry, served alongside beef meatballs fried in a pan using just a little oil. You can choose to make this exact combination or eat them separately, basically, you have 2 delicious recipes in one βΊοΈ Ingredients: (for 4 servings) For the curry: 5 medium sweet potatoes... Continue Reading →
Roasted fennel with goat cheese – Vegetarian
Baked fennel is a dish full of flavors and textures. Easy and quick to prepare. Ingredients: (for 2 servings) 2 fennel roots 30 ml of olive oil a few sprigs of fresh parsley a few pieces of soft goat cheese Spice mix: a spoonful of sweet paprika, a spoonful of garlic powder, a spoonful of... Continue Reading →
Guacamole – Vegan
Guacamole is my go-to food when I have no inspiration. π What's yours? This is my interpretation of the guacamole recipe. Of course, there are a lot of variations, with different quantities or different secondary ingredients, but they all have as a base: avocado, lime juice (or lemon), tomatoes, onions and cilantro. This dish is... Continue Reading →
Quinoa salad with sweet potato and spinach – Vegan
One of the most delicious vegan dishes I've ever made/eaten, and I promise I'm not exaggerating π Ingredients: (for ~4 servings) For the salad: 3 medium sweet potatoes 200 g quinoa 400 g fresh spinach a few sprigs of fresh rosemary (can be dried) 2 medium red onions 40 ml olive oil pumpkin seeds dried... Continue Reading →
Roasted cauliflower – Vegetarian
Roasted cauliflower is one of my latest discoveries. After eating it in a roasted variant in a Middle Eastern restaurant, I had a revelation about how versatile, tasty, and surprisingly good this vegetable can be if it is cooked creatively. So I tried a version of cauliflower baked in the oven (similar to what I... Continue Reading →
Mushroom soup – Vegetarian
Because the weather is still capricious and spring seems to be shy, I thought that soup would be great. I don't know about you, but I love mushrooms. I would eat them every day :). So, I never miss an opportunity to cook something that contains them. π A soup with lots of mushrooms. Ingredients:... Continue Reading →
Couscous with eggplant, chickpea & green curry – Vegan
Healthy, tasty & easy to prepare. You can eat it in the vegan version or with 1-2 poached eggs. This couscous with green curry and vegetables is ideal for lunch or dinner. Ingredients: (for 4 servings) 3-4 eggplants 3 medium onions 1 garlic 500 g canned chickpeas 2 cans diced tomatoes (400 g x 2)... Continue Reading →