Super green zucchini slice - perfect from freezer to lunchbox and chock full of green goodness. The post Super Green Zucchini Slice first appeared on the simple lunchbox ..read more

Sugar free Apple and Walnut Granola for quick breakfasts and desserts. The post Apple Walnut Granola first appeared on the simple lunchbox ..read more

Freezer friendly Banana Brekkie Bars, perfect for breakfast on the go, or for simple lunchboxes. The post Banana Brekkie Bars first appeared on the simple lunchbox ..read more

Try these simple vegan burgers instead of the store-bought options that are loaded with additives – vegetable oils, thickeners, flavours, colours, yeast extract, preservatives and emulsifiers… going ‘plant-based’ gives the impression of making a healthier choice, but that list looks anything but!   Our Sweet Potato and Lentil Burger recipe is quick, simple and easily accessible ingredients and nothing nasty.  They’re a source of plant based protein with the lentils, and a great source of immune-boosting ingredients – onion, garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander – rich anti-inflamma ..read more

Two minute noodles just sound like the answer to easy weekend lunches or after school hunger busters; they’re quick, cheap, easily accessible, they last ages in the cupboard… but holy moly, there is some nasties in there – loads of sodium, vegetable oils and monosodium glutamate, aka MSG or flavour enhancer 621.  Ingesting MSG may cause mild symptoms including headaches, numbness or tingling, flushing, wheezing, sweating, nausea, muscle tightness or weakness. So, I’ve put together a recipe that’s nearly as quick (just depends on the noodles you choose), really flexible as to what you ..read more

We love Saturday pancakes at our house. So much so, I probably said the same thing in the last pancake recipe I posted!  I’m a big fan of using whole grains (usually oats) as the base, and sweetening with fruit for extra fibre and flavour.  This version is on rotation whenever we have a glut of apples, especially in winter. The apples and oats are both great sources of soluble fibre which aids the body by gelling in water and slowing down digestion.  Soluble fibre can help to control blood sugar levels and blood cholesterol and help to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabet ..read more

This one is a great one to prepare before bed, so it has time to cool in the fridge before brekkie.  Takes 5 mins to prep and 20-30 minutes in the oven.   Serve with some extra yoghurt or ricotta to spread or dip. It’s got 3 sources of plants which your gut will love, whole grains, plus protein from the yoghurt, eggs and any nuts or seeds you might like to add. Ingredients 1 large apple (or enough apple parts to make the equivalent of one large apple), roughly chopped ½ carrot, roughly chopped 3/4 cup rolled oats, plus ¼ cup extra 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp ..read more

Just, on average, how many apples, would you say, that actually get completely eaten in your family?  I think we’re a solid 50%.  It could be worse, I suppose.  So, we’ve had to come up with lots of creative ways to use up the grungy half-eaten apples. Apples are a great source of pectin, a source of soluble fibre, which is great for constipation (stewed apples are fantastic for this, for all ages, plus you can add some healthy fats and warming spices too).  They’re also rich in quercetin, a flavonoid that offers anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and may help to ..read more

Oats area a great breakfast option as they are a great source of fibre, a good source of protein for filling hungry tummies until lunchtime, and the complex carbohydrates are essential for boosting concentration and focus.  The cinnamon in these oats help to regulate blood sugar levels and also adds a touch of natural sweetness without the sugar rush.  Dates are another great source of fibre, potassium, vitamin B6 and magnesium, as well as a little iron and calcium.  Dates are also a rich source of natural sugar and should be used sparingly to add a little sweetness to recipes w ..read more

Whilst some of the vitamin C content of the tomatoes may be lost in the roasting process, the cooked tomatoes will, however, be a rich source of lycopene.  Lycopene is a type of carotenoid, a plant compound that gives some fruits and vegetables their pink or red colour, including tomatoes.  It is one of the most powerful antioxidants, meaning it can help prevent and reduce the damage to cells caused by oxidation or stress.  It is also an important antioxidant because is not impacted by heat (as when roasted in this recipe), so it can be beneficial and accessible in a wide range ..read more