Ditch the boring egg breakfast and give this nutritious and flavourful chilli scrambled eggs a try!  It’s quick, easy and a great way to start your day with a healthy and delicious meal. My love of spicy savoury breakfasts started when I travelled to Costa Rica and Asia in my 20s (too long ago!) This chilli scramble is a delicious nod to those breakfasts we enjoyed and trust me the spiciness just makes your scrambled eggs so much better. Packed with protein and healthy fats from the eggs and olive oil these chilli scrambled eggs are not only nutritious but will help to work w ..read more

Nothing is better than a comforting pasta dish but managing diabetes can be tricky. Read on to discover the world of delicious pasta alternatives for diabetics and cooking strategies for blood sugar-friendly, satisfying meals. Let’s face it, a tasty bowl of pasta can be pure comfort food bliss. But for those living with diabetes or managing it for a child, it can sometimes be a rollercoaster ride of blood sugar highs and lows. These are particularly tricky to manage with insulin delivery added to the equation. Traditional white pasta, made from refined flour, is a high-carb food that can ca ..read more

This vibrant green pea hummus is bursting with fresh flavour, is packed with nutrients and makes a delicious twist on a classic hummus recipe. A healthy and beautiful dip perfect to add to lunches, snacks or even pack up for your summer picnics! As a family of huge hummus fans. I do love traditional hummus but I’m always experimenting with new ways to enhance it or just find new flavour combinations, and this one is a definite winner. The delicious sweet peas add a beautiful pop of colour and a touch of sweetness, making this hummus a wonderful dish for spring. It’s also packed with nutrien ..read more

Discover 10 delicious sugar-free cake recipes that are specifically designed with diabetes management in mind. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these cakes let you manage your blood sugar without sacrificing flavour. Get ready to celebrate health and taste, one delicious slice at a time! Living with type 1 diabetes often means a careful balance of managing blood sugar levels while still enjoying what you eat. Making considered choices can sometimes feel like you are missing out on the fun – especially when it comes to sweet treats. But what if you could indulge your sweet tooth without wo ..read more

This Easy Salmon, Broccoli & Potatoes with Asparagus is perfect for busy weeknights. Simple ingredients and a lemon-mustard marinade create a light, flavorful spring meal packed with protein, carbs & fibre for a balanced healthy dinner. For me, Spring is all about brighter days, fresh flavours and lighter meals. This One Pan Salmon, Broccoli & Potatoes with Asparagus is my answer to those weeknight dinner dilemmas. It’s a complete meal full of vibrant spring veggies and succulent salmon, all bought together with a flavourful lemon and wholegrain mustard marinade. This spring mea ..read more

These sautéed sweet potatoes are not only a delicious and versatile addition to any meal but also a brilliant diabetes-friendly option. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, In under 25 minutes, you can enjoy a flavourful side dish that will liven up your weeknight meals. Juggling a busy life between after-school clubs, homework battles, and for some of us, managing type 1 diabetes, finding time for healthy meals can feel like an impossible task. But as with lots of my tasty and quick side dishes, this one pan easy sauteed sweet potatoes is a particularly family f ..read more

Add a delicious crunch and vibrant colour to your meals while sneaking in more vegetables with this Quick Pickled Red Cabbage recipe. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a tangy condiment that you can add to your salads, sandwiches, tacos and wraps – the possibilities are endless! This is quite possibly one recipe along with my no cook pickled red onions that I make every week. We love red cabbage with its distinctive flavour and exceptional crunch, but it can have a slightly bitter aftertaste when eaten raw. So this is why I always lightly pickle a batch so it’s always on hand to add to ou ..read more

Living with diabetes doesn’t mean giving up on delicious treats. This sugar-free lemon drizzle cake is a testament to that! Packed with zesty lemon flavour and a light, fluffy crumb, it’s a mouthwateringly good cake that won’t spike your blood sugar. Lemon drizzle cake is a British teatime classic that’s been a staple in our family for years. The combination of citrus flavour with a light and fluffy cake all soaked with a sweet lemon syrup, is pure perfection! But as someone managing diabetes, those delightful afternoon slices weren’t exactly on the best-for-you list. That’s where this reci ..read more

This delicious Feta Tuna Salad is bursting with the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean and is an easy way to enjoy a healthy and nutritious lunch. Enjoy it as a light and refreshing salad or transform it into a satisfying sandwich filling – the perfect lunchbox companion for busy days! This Mediterranean Feta Tuna Salad is a delicious twist on a Greek classic, the wonderful Greek salad! Combining fresh tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, salty feta and briny olives with the additions of tinned tuna, spring onions and extra protein from tinned chickpeas. This salad perfectly captures the Mediter ..read more

Looking for something a bit different for your salmon fillets? Then look no further than this one-pan Oven Baked Indian Salmon! This recipe is not only convenient but makes a complete and easy midweek meal! Salmon is a fantastic choice for a healthy and delicious meal. But If you and your family are anything like mine then whenever I serve salmon fillets I need to ensure that there are plenty of other flavours and textures to accompany them. This easy Indian Salmon Curry fits these demands perfectly and boasts wonderful flavours of Indian cuisine while also being really easy to prepare and ..read more