You may have noticed that we have been experimenting in the kitchen lately (with all your other Instagram followers). We know for us that having extra time has been key in being able to explore our culinary skills. We also like to stay super productive and the only way it’s possible is with healthy, nutrient-dense meals. So, if you want to beat that lockdown slug, we recommend trying out some of our favourite recipes.
Meal 1: ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
Ingredients
Instructions
⁃ 3 medium zucchini
⁃ 2 eggs
⁃ 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh or canned)
⁃ ½ a red onion diced into small cubes
⁃ 2 eggs
⁃ 1 cup of flour
⁃ 1 teaspoon of baking powder
⁃ ¼ cup of parmesan cheese
⁃ Handful of chopped coriander
⁃ Salt and pepper to taste
⁃ Olive oil
– Begin by preheating your oven to 220 degrees celsius.
-Grate your zucchini and placing it into a tea towel over a bowl.
-Once you have left the zucchini aside, add all the other ingredients into a seperate bowl.
-Back to the zucchini squeeze all excess liquid from the zucchini once that’s done add it to the ingredients and mix together.
-The fun part: roll the mixture into balls and place on baking paper, by firmly holding them down to create fritters. Cook for 20 minutes and bon appetit!
You may have noticed that we have been experimenting in the kitchen lately (with all your other Instagram followers). We know for us that having extra time has been key in being able to explore our culinary skills. We also like to stay super productive and the only way it’s possible is with healthy, nutrient-dense meals. So, if you want to beat that lockdown slug, we recommend trying out some of our favourite recipes.
Meal 1: ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
Ingredients
⁃ 3 medium zucchini
⁃ 2 eggs
⁃ 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh or canned)
⁃ ½ a red onion diced into small cubes
⁃ 2 eggs
⁃ 1 cup of flour
⁃ 1 teaspoon of baking powder
⁃ ¼ cup of parmesan cheese
⁃ Handful of chopped coriander
⁃ Salt and pepper to taste
⁃ Olive oil
Instructions
– Begin by preheating your oven to 220 degrees celsius.
-Grate your zucchini and placing it into a tea towel over a bowl.
-Once you have left the zucchini aside, add all the other ingredients into a seperate bowl.
-Back to the zucchini squeeze all excess liquid from the zucchini once that’s done add it to the ingredients and mix together.
-The fun part: roll the mixture into balls and place on baking paper, by firmly holding them down to create fritters. Cook for 20 minutes and bon appetit!
Meal 2: GREEN NOURISH BOWL
Ingredients
Instructions
-Kale
-Spinach
-Zucchini
-Asparagus
-Mushrooms
-Cherry tomatoes
-Half an avocado (top with sesame seeds)
-1 x boiled egg
-Pickled ginger or you can add some pickled beetroot instead
-Grilled halloumi
-Sprouts (crunchy combo)
It’s so simple that you can make your own method for building your nourish bowl.
We begin by sautéing the kale, spinach, zucchini, asparagus and mushrooms in a pan with some olive oil, salt, pepper and chilli.
Once complete, get creative and test your plating skills.
To finish, we like to garnish with our homemade green sauce.
For the sauce you will need to add
green yoghurt, dill, mint, tarragon, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, salt and pepper into a food processor and pulse to your preferred consistency.
Meal 2: GREEN NOURISH BOWL
Ingredients
-Kale
-Spinach
-Zucchini
-Asparagus
-Mushrooms
-Cherry tomatoes
-Half an avocado (top with sesame seeds)
-1 x boiled egg
-Pickled ginger or you can add some pickled beetroot instead
-Grilled halloumi
-Sprouts (crunchy combo)
Instructions
It’s so simple that you can make your own method for building your nourish bowl.
We begin by sautéing the kale, spinach, zucchini, asparagus and mushrooms in a pan with some olive oil, salt, pepper and chilli.
Once complete, get creative and test your plating skills.
To finish, we like to garnish with our homemade green sauce.
For the sauce you will need to add
green yoghurt, dill, mint, tarragon, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, salt and pepper into a food processor and pulse to your preferred consistency.
Remember you can also choose a condiment of your own choice. Think tahini, hummus, guacamole — whatever your heart desires!
Our choice of protein and veggies are optional, you can choose your favourite veggies, pick your own protein and of course condiment to serve. The beauty of the nourish bowl is you get to nourish your body with whatever healthy ingredients you love!
Meal 3: HONEY GARLIC BAKED SALMON
Honestly, we just love salmon and we promise this recipe will make you feel so good and satisfied. Full of healthy fats and nutrients, this has become a staple for dinner!
Ingredients
Instructions
For the sauce:
-Unsalted butter or olive oil
-4 tbsp of honey
-2 tbsp of soy sauce (all purpose or light soy)
-1 tbsp of white vinegar
-1 large garlic clove (or more if you like garlic)
-1 tbsp of sesame oil
For the Salmon:
-2 salmon
-Broccolini
-Asparagus
-Cherry tomatoes
-1 whole garlic clove
-Lemon
-Dill
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low-medium heat. Add the honey, garlic and lemon, and whisk until the honey has melted through the butter and the mixture is well combined.
Once the sauce is complete, leave on the side and cut out a sheet of foil, big enough to fit your salmon.
In a separate bowl mix your salmon in the sauce.
Once you have mixed, you will need to place your salmon onto the foil and add the broccolini, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, lemon slices and dill. Continue by placing the garlic clove, garnish with salt and pepper and close the foil.
Place the salmon into the oven and let it cook for about 15-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fish.
Remember you can also choose a condiment of your own choice. Think tahini, hummus, guacamole — whatever your heart desires!
Our choice of protein and veggies are optional, you can choose your favourite veggies, pick your own protein and of course condiment to serve. The beauty of the nourish bowl is you get to nourish your body with whatever healthy ingredients you love!
Meal 3: HONEY GARLIC BAKED SALMON
Honestly, we just love salmon and we promise this recipe will make you feel so good and satisfied. Full of healthy fats and nutrients, this has become a staple for dinner!
Ingredients
For the sauce:
-Unsalted butter or olive oil
-4 tbsp of honey
-2 tbsp of soy sauce (all purpose or light soy)
-1 tbsp of white vinegar
-1 large garlic clove (or more if you like garlic)
-1 tbsp of sesame oil
For the Salmon:
-2 salmon
-Broccolini
-Asparagus
-Cherry tomatoes
-1 whole garlic clove
-Lemon
-Dill
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low-medium heat. Add the honey, garlic and lemon, and whisk until the honey has melted through the butter and the mixture is well combined.
Once the sauce is complete, leave on the side and cut out a sheet of foil, big enough to fit your salmon.
In a separate bowl mix your salmon in the sauce.
Once you have mixed, you will need to place your salmon onto the foil and add the broccolini, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, lemon slices and dill. Continue by placing the garlic clove, garnish with salt and pepper and close the foil.
Place the salmon into the oven and let it cook for about 15-18 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fish.
This dish is one that your family will thank you for and have them licking their fingers after!
Meal 4: SAN CHOY BOW (CHINESE LETTUCE CUPS)
Whether you are feeling peckish, looking for a super refreshing appetiser or want a quick and budget-friendly meal, San Choy Bow is the way to go!
Ingredients
Instructions
-1 tablespoon of salt
-1 tablespoon of olive oil
-1 teaspoon of sesame oil
-750 grams of tiger prawns (peeled, deveined and finely chopped)
-2 tablespoons of chopped spring onion
-2 cloves of crushed garlic
-2 knobs of grated ginger
-4 shiitake mushrooms
-1/2 a cup of finely diced water chestnuts
-1/2 red capsicum, diced finely
-1 red chilli, finely chopped
-1/2 teaspoon of chopped coriander
-½ cup of lemon juice
-2 teaspoons of soy sauce
-Iceberg lettuce leaf cups (trimmed)
-Bean sprouts
In a wok, heat both oils, add garlic, ginger and prawn meat, and stir over high heat until prawns are just cooked. Set aside and keep warm.
Return the wok to the heat, and sauté all your vegetables. Combine the remainder of the ingredients with the vegetables, add the prawn meat and mix well.
In a small bowl add soy sauce and some fresh chilli to use as a condiment. You can also add Sriracha sauce to your mix if you like a hint of heat to your pallet.
Spoon mixture into lettuce cups and serve — yes it really is that simple!
This dish is one that your family will thank you for and have them licking their fingers after!
Meal 4: SAN CHOY BOW (CHINESE LETTUCE CUPS)
Whether you are feeling peckish, looking for a super refreshing appetiser or want a quick and budget-friendly meal, San Choy Bow is the way to go!
Ingredients
-1 tablespoon of salt
-1 tablespoon of olive oil
-1 teaspoon of sesame oil
-750 grams of tiger prawns (peeled, deveined and finely chopped)
-2 tablespoons of chopped spring onion
-2 cloves of crushed garlic
-2 knobs of grated ginger
-4 shiitake mushrooms
-1/2 a cup of finely diced water chestnuts
-1/2 red capsicum, diced finely
-1 red chilli, finely chopped
-1/2 teaspoon of chopped coriander
-½ cup of lemon juice
-2 teaspoons of soy sauce
-Iceberg lettuce leaf cups (trimmed)
-Bean sprouts
Instructions
-1 tablespoon of salt
-1 tablespoon of olive oil
-1 teaspoon of sesame oil
-750 grams of tiger prawns (peeled, deveined and finely chopped)
-2 tablespoons of chopped spring onion
-2 cloves of crushed garlic
-2 knobs of grated ginger
-4 shiitake mushrooms
-1/2 a cup of finely diced water chestnuts
-1/2 red capsicum, diced finely
-1 red chilli, finely chopped
-1/2 teaspoon of chopped coriander
-½ cup of lemon juice
-2 teaspoons of soy sauce
-Iceberg lettuce leaf cups (trimmed)
-Bean sprouts
In a wok, heat both oils, add garlic, ginger and prawn meat, and stir over high heat until prawns are just cooked. Set aside and keep warm.
Return the wok to the heat, and sauté all your vegetables. Combine the remainder of the ingredients with the vegetables, add the prawn meat and mix well.
In a small bowl add soy sauce and some fresh chilli to use as a condiment. You can also add Sriracha sauce to your mix if you like a hint of heat to your pallet.
Spoon mixture into lettuce cups and serve — yes it really is that simple!
Meal 5: GRILLED HONEY GLAZED PEACHES AND BURRATA
It’s almost impossible to avoid those sweet tooth cravings for dinner. The solution? Honey glazed peaches + burrata. Yes, a match made in heaven.
Ingredients
Instructions
-2 peaches (ripe, but firm-ish) cut into quarters
-Olive oil
-1 ball of burrata cheese
-Basil
-Cherry tomatoes
-Crusty bread to serve (optional)
For the dressing:
-3 tbsp of olive oil
–2 tbsp of white balsamic vinegar
–1 tsp of honey
–1 red chilli, finely chopped
– ½ garlic clove
– 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
-1/2 Lemon zest
Heat a griddle pan over high heat. Brush the peach quarters with oil then drizzle with honey until they become charred and caramelised on the surface.
In a separate pan, add olive oil and dressing ingredients and cook for 2 minutes on medium-high heat.
Time to plate!
Place your burrata in the middle, placing your cherry tomatoes around it, add peaches and drizzle your dressing over. Garnish with basil and viola!
So, there you have it — our favourite lockdown meals! Super easy and delicious meals that will keep you feeling good and satisfied while working from home. Grab your apron and your kitchen tools and invite your family members to a meal of your choice from our recipes.
Meal 5: GRILLED HONEY GLAZED PEACHES AND BURRATA
It’s almost impossible to avoid those sweet tooth cravings for dinner. The solution? Honey glazed peaches + burrata. Yes, a match made in heaven.
Ingredients
-2 peaches (ripe, but firm-ish) cut into quarters
-Olive oil
-1 ball of burrata cheese
-Basil
-Cherry tomatoes
-Crusty bread to serve (optional)
For the dressing:
-3 tbsp of olive oil
–2 tbsp of white balsamic vinegar
–1 tsp of honey
–1 red chilli, finely chopped
– ½ garlic clove
– 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
-1/2 Lemon zest
Instructions
Heat a griddle pan over high heat. Brush the peach quarters with oil then drizzle with honey until they become charred and caramelised on the surface.
In a separate pan, add olive oil and dressing ingredients and cook for 2 minutes on medium-high heat.
Time to plate!
Place your burrata in the middle, placing your cherry tomatoes around it, add peaches and drizzle your dressing over. Garnish with basil and viola!
So, there you have it — our favourite lockdown meals! Super easy and delicious meals that will keep you feeling good and satisfied while working from home. Grab your apron and your kitchen tools and invite your family members to a meal of your choice from our recipes.
