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A classic vinaigrette (salad dressing) is typically a mixture of two-thirds oil and one-third acid, like vinegar or lemon juice. Here is a delicious recipe from Heleen Meyer, to add to your repertoire. She says, playing with seasonings like lemon rind, different kinds of mustard, herbs and dried spices make it easy to have a different flavour profile every time. Different herbs will all lend different flavours or by just […]

These ‘little trees’ are indeed part of the cruciferous family and known for its health benefits. Other veggies in this group include cauliflower, kale, spinach, Brussel sprouts and more. Broccoli is an excellent source of fibre, potassium, calcium and iron as well as vitamins A, C, K and B. Another reason why broccoli is considered a healthy ingredient, is the fact that it is low in kilojoules, but has the […]

Wholesome bites! Falafel is becoming more and more popular on different restaurant and takeaway menus and is no longer just considered as a vegetarian menu option. Have you tried these aromatic Middle eastern chickpea bites before? Heleen Meyer is sharing her favourite Falafel recipe with us in this post. These vegetarian ‘meatballs’ are typically served with pitas, salad ingredients, and a dip like hummus  or a tahini sauce. This does […]

Make the most of basil season It’s summer and that means basil is available in abundance. This is definitely one of Heleen Meyer’s favourite herbs as she just loves the refreshing aroma. DID YOU KNOW this about BASIL - Basil is very easy to grow – both in a pot or in the garden. It just needs good soil and regular watering during the warm summer days. - Basil has […]