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Preparing your lunch in advance is an easy way to stay on track with your healthy diet whilst saving a huge amount of money over time that would be spent on shop-bought sandwiches and chemical-filled takeaways. I love filling my lunchbox with some sort of burger, whether it’s my Edamame Mushroom Burgers or these chickpea burgers, which are packed full of protein, high in fibre and most importantly, absolutely delicious! This recipe makes 4 burgers and you can freeze any leftovers to eat at a later date. Pictured below with a generous dollop of my Homemade Hummus (I added turmeric to my standard hummus recipe to give it that golden colour!)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

1 can of chickpeas
4 tbsp porridge oats
2 spring onions, chopped
1 tsp grated ginger
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp thyme
Pinch of salt
Method:
1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until fully combined.
2. Roll into 4 patties.
3. Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a pan and fry on a low heat for 5 minutes on each side before serving or placing in tupperware in the fridge for tomorrow’s packed lunch!
I’d love to know what you guys think of this recipe – tag me on Instagram @cerealandpeanutbutter if you make them!

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Lentils are a delicious source of vegetarian protein and fibre, plus they are incredibly cheap, easy to cook and will keep you feeling full for a while. 
 
These fantastic pulses work well in soups, stews and curries. Last week I didn’t have many ingredients at home for dinner so needed to make do with what was in the cupboard and I just had to share the result with you: Indian Dahl.
 
Ingredients:
1 cup (200g-250g) red lentils, pre-soaked for 2-8 hours
2 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp cayenne powder or chilli flakes
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 tbsp coconut oil
Optional extras: mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas
 
Method:
Place lentils in a pan covered with cold water.
Bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer, add the turmeric and coconut oil and stir well.
In a separate pan, melt the coconut oil and fry the onion, garlic, tomatoes and remaining spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne/chilli).
Stir the fried mixture into the lentils and add lemon juice.
After 15-20 mins of simmering, remove from the heat. 
Serve with a side of rice and green veggies for a warming, balanced meal.


 
Let me know if you guys make it, or if you have any other favourite Indian inspired dishes! 

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This dish of baked eggs combines spicy tomatoes to give the dish a real punch of flavour whilst the peppers provide a slightly crunchier texture. The spinach give you your daily dose of leafy greens and the eggs offer protein as well as deliciously soft, oozing yolk – making it the perfect breakfast, lunch or dinner! I love the Middle Eastern taste you get from the za’atar, which is a blend of herbs including sesame seeds, thyme, cinnamon, coriander, fennel and sumac – a single teaspoon completely elevates the flavour! 

Whilst Israelis traditionally serve it with a loaf of challah or pita bread, I love it with warm crusty rye sourdough that can be dipped into a homemade guacamole or hummus on the side. It’s a vegetarian one-skillet meal that is straightforward to make, very healthy and extremely versatile – if you’re missing any spices or other ingredients, feel free to play around with whatever you have at home.

Serves 2
Ingredients:
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 red pepper, finely chopped
1 small handful of spinach
1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
1 tbsp za’atar
1/2 tsp cayenne powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cumin
600g tinned crushed tomatoes
4 eggs
Handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Method:

1. On the stovetop over medium high heat, in a large nonstick or stainless steel skillet.
2. Sweat the onion and garlic in the olive oil in a frying pan or skillet.
3. When the onion is translucent, add the pepper and fry for 3 minutes.
4. Add the spices and tomatoes and let simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the spinach and most of the coriander (save a little to sprinkle on top).
6. Use a spoon to poke four holes in the sauce, and crack an egg in each one.
7. Cover the skillet and let the sauce simmer around the eggs until the whites are cooked but the yolks are still runny.
8. Remove from the heat, garnish with coriander and serve hot in the pan.
 

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Roasted vegetables are one of my favourite side dishes and a brilliant way to add nourishment to any meal.

 

Here is the recipe for a really classic tray of delicious roast veg:
Ingredients:
1 courgette
1 red pepper
1 yellow pepper
2 sweet potatoes
1 aubergine
3 carrots
2 large mushrooms
2 leeks
2 shallot onions
2 cloves of garlic
2 tbsp coconut oil
Salt, pepper, herbs (I like rosemary and thyme)
Method:
1. Remove the outer layer of the onion.
2. Chop courgette, peppers, sweet potato, aubergine, carrot, mushrooms, leeks and onions into pieces roughly the same size.
3. Remove the outer layer of the garlic and chop into 4 chunks.
4. Scatter all vegetables, onion and garlic on to a large roasting tray.
5. Add your oil, salt, pepper and herbs and mix together thoroughly using your hands so that everything is coated in some oil.
6. Bake in the oven for around 30-40 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred.
Enjoy!

 

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