Healthy snacks – Page 4 – Health Continuum

Healthy crisps

These homemade crisps are a nice change from the store-bought kind. Made with three different types of seeds, spelt flour and rolled oats, they’re good for you and are high in fibre. You can read about the health benefits of seeds here. To make these crisps you don’t need a dehydrator, just a basic oven, […]

Breakfast, Desserts and Snacks, Muffins, Muffins

Apple muffins fresh from the tree

Gianni and Lynda, our neighbours, have an amazing apple tree in their backyard. Every autumn, the tree bends under the weight of the delicious apples that it produces. In fact, the branches bend so much, that Gianni has to prop them up with bamboo sticks. You can see images of the tree in the slideshow […]

Condiments and Sides

Oven baked french fries with dips

Here are some simple and nutritious recipe ideas that can be served as a starter, snack or side dish: oven baked french fries with red pepper and guacamole dips. Vegetarians and vegans alike may enjoy these savoury potatoes and wholesome dips as part of their main meal. Bon appétit! Oven baked french fries 600 gr potatoes (or one big […]

Desserts and Snacks, Squares and Bars

Energy bars

When you’re busy or on the go, energy bars, as the ones featured above, will keep you going until your next meal. I made these bars with wholesome raw ingredients such as, oats, nuts, dates, seeds, coconut, almond butter and maple syrup. They’re great as a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym. Homemade energy bars are generally […]