I am always on a lookout for tasty healthy protein snacks and this Green Pea and Basil Dip just fits the bill. What a good way to add more plants into your diet, just look at this beautiful green colour. Green pea has started appearing on Farmer's markets … [Read more...]
Grain Free Granola
I make this yummy Grain Free Granola for my husband. He doesn't do very well with oats in the morning and this is a great and very tasty alternative. I use his favourite - walnuts mixed with cashews, seeds, coconut flakes and dates topped with coconut oil … [Read more...]
Strawberry Bliss Balls
Look at these beautiful red balls of bliss! I have created this recipe for a healthy special treat for my son and his friend's playdate. Oh boy were they successful! All the kids really do love strawberries, but as strawberry season is so short, freeze … [Read more...]
Mango and Turmeric Smoothie
I should call this a sunshine smoothie, the colour of this smoothie is ever so beautiful. And cheerful. And uplifting. The blend of mango, banana, turmeric, ginger and cinnamon is just divine. This is a lovely sweet tasting healthy smoothie with added … [Read more...]
Homemade Vegetable Broth
Lately everyone has been talking about the goodness and nutritional benefits of proper old fashioned homemade broth. So I have decided to make my own version with my favourite vegetables and herbs. The basic broth is made with carrots, celery, onion, … [Read more...]
Rhubarb and Apple Crumble (grain-free)
Since I was a little girl we've always had a massive rhubarb plant in our garden and my mum would bake lots of yummy rhubarb cakes. Rhubarb is a beautiful plant and I love the taste of rhubarb in cakes and desserts. Since it's in season now you can expect … [Read more...]
Blueberry and Spinach Green Smoothie
I'm not surprised green smoothies have gained such a popularity in the last couple of years. I used to juice pretty much everyday about 10 years ago when I was on my first "wellness journey", I even used to get up one hour earlier everyday to do my yoga … [Read more...]
Rainbow Salad
This lovely colourful Rainbow Salad is to expand on my Simple Beetroot Dip post from last week. When it comes to lunch for myself I want something simple, quick to prepare, filling and healthy. This surprisingly filling salad just fits the bill and I … [Read more...]
Squash, Swede and Watercress Soup
Originally I wanted to keep Nirvana Cakery all about wholefood baking. I can see already that it might be a bit tricky. Although a very new blog, it has already been evolving and taking me in new directions and I have no choice but to let it evolve where … [Read more...]
Grain Free Banana Bread with Chestnut Flour
I have baked lots of banana bread in the past four weeks during our grain free diet and this one is the best grain free bread I have made. The beautiful mix of chestnut flour, walnuts and bananas is just match made in heaven. I screamed with delight when … [Read more...]