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4 healthy summer salads
With warmer weather on the horizon, our research shows that a quarter of us will opt for lighter dishes, such as summer salads. We're excited to announce that Chef Louisa has created 4 delicious, healthy summer salads for the Mindful Chef menu to run alongside our existing weekly recipes. Meaning...
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Expert tips on shaping up for summer
We recently commissioned a study that revealed the average Brit will go on a health kick precisely 53 days before their summer holiday. Meaning many of us will be starting our pre-summer workout this month! With this is mind our Mindful Chef founder and nutritional coach Myles, has shared his 6...
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4 Healthy BBQ Recipes
Skip the greasy sausages and bland burgers this BBQ season with our four delicious, healthy recipes. 1. Pork & Apricot Kebabs with PistachiosSeasonal sweet apricots and succulent pork are a match made in heaven. We've sprinkled nutrient-rich pistachios over these delicious fruity summer kebabs...
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The 5 best healthy brunch spots in Manchester
Manchester knows how to brunch. Whether it’s a classic avo’ on toast you’re after, or a veggie packed fry up, you’ll find it among the many cafes, diners and restaurants of our favourite Northern city. To help you on your breakfast quest, we’ve rounded up the best healthy brunch spots in...
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6 Healthy Easter Recipes
Celebrate Easter with these 6 hearty, yet healthy, recipes. Choose from one of three lamb recipes or opt for our vegan suggestions and finish off with our decadent chocolate mousse for the perfect Easter feast. 1. Slow-cooked lamb with crushed potatoes Treat your family to a traditional Easter...
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Chocolate Avocado Mousse
Serves 2 | Gluten-free | Dairy free | Vegan Our rich and creamy chocolate avocado mousse combines fresh ripe avocados with coconut milk, raw cacao and a drizzle of sticky maple syrup. It tastes so indulgent yet is only made with good for you ingredients and is dairy-free, gluten-free and perfect...
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Brain-boosting beetroot pancakes
Serves 4 (3 pancakes per person) | Gluten-free We've added the mighty beetroot to our pancakes giving them a pink hue and adding a host of health benefits. Beets are high in naturally occurring nitrates, which convert to nitric oxide in your body, this helps to relax and dilate blood vessels,...
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Sweet potato & ginger rostis recipe
Serves 2 | Gluten-free This is an incredibly tasty brunch but it's so satisfying it can be enjoyed at lunch or dinner too! The zingy fresh ginger and heat of the chilli works beautifully well with the creamy crushed avocado and a refreshing ripe tomato and red onion salsa. If you're looking for a...
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5 step crunchy pecan, coconut & chia granola
Serves 4 | Gluten-free Chia seeds have become one of the most popular superfoods, as they are packed with fibre, protein, vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids, and are an excellent source of energy. We prefer to make homemade granola as shop-bought is usually loaded with sugar; it also means you can...
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4 Healthy food swaps
One of the most exciting things we do at Mindful Chef is get imaginative during recipe development, by replacing traditional foods, we don't believe are very healthy for you, with their more nutritious, better halves. Whether that be pasta for courgetti or white rice for cauliflower, here's 4 of...
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5 healthy recipes to use up your Christmas leftovers
Leftovers at Christmas are inevitable, often leading to food waste! Think beyond turkey sandwiches and get creative with our five nutritious, healthy recipes to use up your festive fare, fit for boxing day and beyond. Bubble & squeak with poached eggs Post-Christmas brunch is the perfect excuse...
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6 foolproof recipes for festive feasting
Indulging at Christmas doesn't have to be unhealthy. We've put together 6 foolproof recipes for the perfect Christmas day feast with a healthy twist. Smoked salmon, poached eggs & celeriac rostisKick off Christmas day with our smoked salmon, poached eggs and celeriac rostis fit for a king. See...
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