Sides and Sauces

MEATLOAF

MEATLOAF

Now that I’ve been living in the US for over a decade, I’ve lost count of the incredibly delicious meatloaves that I’ve tasted over the years. As it’s such a classic and staple dish here and as it’s the perfect solution for when you’re catering for large numbers, I…

BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIPS

BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIPS

If you have ever been to the United States then I bet you have had Buffalo wings. They are often served as starters or bar food and, more often than not, they’re deep-fried and served with blue cheese dip – delicious, but perhaps not one of the healthiest foods out…

TUNA TATAKI

TUNA TATAKI

Nothing is more Paleo than a beautiful plate of fresh, raw fish. I also love making this with salmon, and sometimes, instead of shredding the seaweed, I enclose the fish in a nori wrap. 421 CALORIES | 16G FAT | 3.5G SATURATES | 2.5G CARBS | 1.5G SUGAR | 0.9G SALT |…

PAN-FRIED CALAMARI WITH GINGER & LIME

PAN-FRIED CALAMARI WITH GINGER & LIME

When we think of calamari we often think of deep-fried guilty pleasure. However, with this recipe you can skip the guilt and just focus on the pleasure. Squid is also very inexpensive, plus it’s full of protein and essential vitamins and minerals (especially calcium)….

OLIVE & TUNA TAPENADE

OLIVE & TUNA TAPENADE

347 CALORIES | 20G FAT | 3G SATURATES | 15G CARBS | 14G SUGAR | 3.3G SALT | 22G PROTEIN | 11G FIBRE SERVES 2 for the dip 1 x 170g tin pitted black olives 1 x 140g tin tuna in water, drained 1 tablespoon capers 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 garlic clove, peeled juice of ½…

ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH WHITE TRUFFLE SALT

ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH WHITE TRUFFLE SALT

I think this is one of the easiest, simplest and best ways to eat vegetables as the roasting brings out their sweet flavour and makes them deliciously tender. 295 CALORIES | 14G FAT | 2G SATURATES | 22G CARBS | 20G SUGAR | 2.7G SALT | 10G PROTEIN | 17G FIBRE SERVES…

AVOCADO TOMATILLO SAUCE

AVOCADO TOMATILLO SAUCE

This sauce can be served as a dip with crudités or used to spice up any simple fillet of fish, chicken or beef. 850 CALORIES | 62G FAT | 13G SATURATES | 42G CARBS | 37G SUGAR | 2G SALT | 14G PROTEIN | 33G FIBRE 4 fresh tomatillos, peeled 2 avocados, peeled and…

AVOCADO MAYO

AVOCADO MAYO

Commercial mayonnaise is often full of preservatives and offers you very little in terms of nutrition. However, this homemade version using mild-flavoured avocado oil is the opposite. It tastes just like traditional mayo but is incredibly healthy and delicious. 918…

TRUFFLE OIL AVOCADO

TRUFFLE OIL AVOCADO

This is so simple and yet so tasty, I could eat copious amounts of it all day long (it goes perfectly with either grilled steak or chicken). It also feels like a real indulgence so it’s great when you need a treat but don’t want to fall off the wagon too hard or too…

EGG & TUNA MUFFINS

EGG & TUNA MUFFINS

190 CALORIES | 9G FAT | 2.5G SATURATES | 2G CARBS | 2G SUGAR | 0.6G SALT | 22G PROTEIN | 1.2G FIBRE SERVES 4 150g salad leaves, to serve for the muffins olive oil spray 8 button mushrooms, finely chopped 6 eggs 3 egg whites ½ red onion, finely chopped 1 x 140g tin…

EGG & COURGETTE MUFFINS

EGG & COURGETTE MUFFINS

These make a great protein-packed snack or breakfast. If you want a fluffier, soufflé-type version, whisk the egg whites until they form soft peaks, then add the remaining ingredients. 158 CALORIES | 9G FAT | 2.5G SATURATES | 2.5G CARBS | 2G SUGAR | 0.5G SALT | 15G…

Pineapple (or mango) teriyaki

Pineapple (or mango) teriyaki

This is a delicious, soy-free sauce to use as a dip or to top meats with while grilling. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 15 minutes YIELD 1 cup 1/2 cup water 1 cup chopped pineapple (or mango) 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon…