Food Stuffs based on nutritional advice that will keep your body and mind running at their peak
Low GL Recipes – Grilled Goat’s Cheese on Portobello Mushrooms
Grilled Goat’s Cheese on Portobello Mushrooms A full-flavoured supper that will please anyone from vegetarians to hardened meat-eaters. Serve with a large mixed salad perhaps with a light dressing of walnut oil and balsamic vinegar. Delicious and quick! Serves: 2 - 6...
Low GL Recipes – Rich Aubergine & Tomato Quinoa
A delicious and healthy main meal on its own or serve as a side dish to grilled chicken or fish. Serves: 2 - 7 GLs per serving Ingredients: 1 aubergine 100g quinoa 2 tsp coconut or olive oil 2 cloves garlic 1 large red onion 1 red pepper 400g tomato passata 1 tbsp...
Mito Food Recipes – Green Tea Poached Cod
Green Tea Poached Cod Makes 4 servings 3 cups brewed green tea 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved, divided 1 red or orange bell pepper, thinly sliced 3 sprigs fresh tarragon or basil, plus extra for garnish ¼ teaspoon red pepper...
Low GL Recipes – Mixed Berry Fool
Mixed Berry Fool Serves: 2 - 4 GLs per serving Ingredients: 500g fresh berries (e.g. strawberries, blackberries, raspberries or blueberries) 1 large sliced banana 150g low-fat Greek yoghurt 2 tbsp xylitol/agave syrup A few mint leaves Directions: 1. Puree half the...
Low GL Recipes – Super Speedy Tuna
Super Speedy Tuna Serves: 2 - 7 GLs per serving Ingredients: 2 fresh tuna steaks 1 small jar of tomato pasta sauce (check not high sugar) A squeeze of lemon juice 1/2 tbsp olive oil Black pepper to taste 160g aduki beans (can buy these frozen) or similar beans...
Mito Food Recipes – Avocado Lime Soup
Avocado Lime Soup Makes 6 servings (1 serving ≈ 1 cup) ¼ cup fresh lime juice (juice of 2 limes) 1½ cup cucumber chunks 1 stalk celery 6 leaves Romaine lettuce 1 avocado ¼ cup fresh cilantro 2 cups of water ½ teaspoon of sea salt ½ teaspoon cumin Directions 1. Using...
Low GL Recipes – Mediterranean Frittata
Mediterranean Frittata Serves: 2 - 2 GLs per serving - 7 GLs with a large salad A slice of this from the fridge also makes a quick and easy snack. 6 omega eggs, lightly beaten & seasoned with low sodium salt and black pepper 115g feta cheese, cubed 200g young...
Low GL Recipes – Salmon & Asparagus Salad
Salmon & Asparagus Salad Serves: 2 - 4 GLs per serving This is delicious especially with the asparagus still warm. Serve with 1 small wholemeal pitta toasted or warmed in the oven with a thin spreading of houmous or lower fat cream cheese in the middle (+ 7 GLs)....
Mito Food Recipes – Blueberry Pecan Flax Muffin
Blueberry Pecan Flax Muffin Makes 1 serving ½ teaspoon coconut oil or ghee 1 egg 2 tablespoons ground flax seed (flax meal) ½ teaspoon baking powder 1 packet stevia ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1 pinch sea salt ¼ cup blueberries 1 tablespoon chopped pecans 2 teaspoon butter,...
Mito Food Recipes – Bruschetta Spaghetti Squash
Bruschetta Spaghetti Squash 6 servings (1 serving ≈ 1 cup) 1 medium spaghetti squash 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups cherry tomatoes ¼ cup red onion, finely diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut julienne-style 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar ½...