Smoothie bowls, in particular açai bowls, are sweeping the café industry. Luckily for us, now that this Brazilian berry is so popular, there are many supermarkets and health food stores that stock frozen sachets. Açai berries are filled with incredible superfood properties and are perfect for breakfasts during the summer months. Açai, banana &…
Spiced carrot cake chia pudding
My daughter absolutely loves chia puddings, and so do I. They are quick, easy, healthy and full of flavour. The other amazing thing is that you can change flavours really easily and create lots of variety. This chia pudding tastes just like carrot cake. How good does cake for breakfast sound? Spiced carrot cake chia…
Stuffed dates
This is a weird but incredible combination. These are so delicious, I was not sure whether they should go in this chapter or the dessert chapter. They are that good. I say eat, eat these whenever you want! Stuffed dates Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Author: Caralee Serves: 20…
Chicken & bacon cobb salad
This salad is a really easy family-sized salad to serve at home or to take to a BBQ or lunch. Chicken & bacon cobb salad Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 5 mins Total time 20 mins Author: Caralee Recipe type: Salad Serves: 4-8 Ingredients 2 rashers bacon 1 iceberg lettuce, shredded…
Easy salsa verde
This is my brother Brad’s recipe that he made for me on a recent trip. It is fresh and delicious and can be served with many dishes, including BBQ meats, salads or a platter. Easy salsa verde Print Prep time 10 mins Total time 10 mins Author: Caralee Serves: Makes 1 small jar…
Caralee’s green goddess soup
This is the simplest soup to make. The ingredients are very basic, but it is packed full of goodness. I love making this soup or variations of it if I have overindulged and feel I need to get a bunch of greens into me. Caralee’s green goddess soup Print Prep time 10 mins…
Paprika & chilli chicken with mango & cucumber salsa
Paprika & chilli chicken with mango & cucumber salsa Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 20 mins Total time 35 mins Author: Caralee Serves: 4 Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons paprika 1 cup fresh coriander 1 long red chilli 1 garlic clove, grated 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon ground…
Teriyaki salmon with Asian greens
This dish is my go-to dinner when I am pressed for time but still want a delicious and substantial meal. It takes no time to pop into the supermarket to grab fresh bok choy and salmon, and from there, dinner is only 15 minutes away. This dish is also a family favourite, there are never…
Sticky Vietnamese meatballs
I went to Vietnam for the first time in 2018. I absolutely loved the food, more than any other place I have been before. The people there have a love of fresh ingredients; every dish is stacked with fresh herbs that flow over the side of the dish onto the table. When you eat this…