Health Continuum

It’s not guacamole, it’s not hummus, it’s both!

Incredibly fresh, cool and green, this guacamole-hummus dip is perfect on a hot summer’s day. Made with cucumber, avocados and chickpeas, it’s refreshing and nutritious, and can be served as a starter or a side dish. Enjoy! Guacamole, cucumber hummus Ingredients 1 jar (350 grams) of chickpeas, drained & rinsed (makes 220 grams drained chickpeas) […]

Chocolate Treats, Desserts and Snacks, Energy Balls

Energy protein balls

As a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym, these little protein balls are packed with high protein and heart-healthy fat and fibre. If you’re busy and on the go, popping one or two balls will keep you going until your next meal. There are so many ways to make protein balls, […]

Lentils, Main Dishes, Quinoa, Salads, Vinaigrettes

Lentil, edamame and quinoa salad

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, plant-based diets promote health in all stages of human life. Research shows that vegans, vegetarians and people who consume low amounts of lean meat have a lower risk of heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, stroke, obesity and cancer. Excluding or reducing meat from your diet is not only good for […]

Breakfast, Condiments and Sides

Ten-minute chia jam

With fresh berries and cherries in Swiss grocery stores, this week I wanted to get jammin’. This easy-to-make jam is made directly on the stove top with fresh fruit, chia seeds, medjool dates and a bit of lemon juice. There’s no processed sugar, gelatine or pectin in this recipe. Why have more ingredients when you get great […]

Breakfast, Granola

Crunchy granola goodness

Because most store-bought granola contains lots of processed sugar and fat, I prefer to make my own. Homemade granola is easy to make and it tastes better. It’s also versatile. You can substitute the ingredients with other nuts, grains and seeds without changing the baking procedure. You can even add dried fruit. This recipe contains healthy, […]

Chocolate Treats, Creams and Puddings, Desserts and Snacks, Pies, Galettes and Tarts

Raw chocolate cream pie

This plant-based chocolate pie is creamy yet light, decadent yet healthy. If you like chocolate with roasted nuts and fresh fruit, you will love this pie! It’s my daughter Alexandra’s favourite dessert. I created this pie filling with 100% pure cacao powder, medjool dates, cashew cream, some maple syrup and pink grapefruit juice. The base is […]