simmering
Cooking in a liquid barely around the boling point.
Spicy red lentil and coconut soup
This soup is substantial enough for a full meal. Serve with some whole wheat bread and enjoy!
Roasted root vegetable soup
This is a very warming winter soup. It’s very substantial and will keep you going through those cold winter months!
Spicy crab polenta
Polenta is a good alternative to the usual potatoes, rice and pasta. It is readily available in most supermarkets and easy to cook.
Chili black bean soup
This soup is dramatic and delicious. The chilli and garlic give it a really strong flavor that’s also full of goodness. If you find dried beans too time consuming to cook, feel free to use canned beans.
Healthy lasagna
Who doesn't love lasagna? The downside of this delicious dish is that all that cheese, meat and cream isn't great for you (or your waistline). This version is totally skinny, yet simply delicious.
Lemon puy lentils & poached eggs
Puy lentils originate from France and have a distinct flavor. They also cook much faster than other varieties.
Hearty lentil casserole
Lentils are a good source of iron and protein. Eat them with rice or bread, to get a complete protein, and add a salad or fruit for dessert. Vitamin C helps with absorption of iron.
Butternut squash coconut curry
This is a mild and delicious curry. Serve with a side of fluffy rice!
Tuscan dinner
Sautéed beans with all the Tuscan flavor to make your low GI diet more palatable.
Mock potato salad
Are you missing potato salad on your low carb diet? Try this recipe. It has a very similar flavor and texture and is super easy to make. You can enjoy the potato salad feeling. Only 3 or less carbs per serving!