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Middle Eastern Lamb Pilaf (GF)

A warming, spiced dish filled with pantry staples, this pilaf will provide you with an iron, protein and fibre hit to help you feel nourished and energised. Fresh herbs pack a flavour punch and provide vitamin C and polyphenols, making this a nutritious dish to serve for dinner or lunch. Even better, mix up the protein as you wish to use up leftovers, and experiment with your favourite herbs and spices.

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Beef and Black Bean Burrito Bowls (GF)

Zesty burritos minus the mess, this dish has all the best parts of the original dish, but loaded up in nutrition. Black beans and beef ensure you’re getting a high source of both haem and non-haem iron, whilst the vitamin C in the lime juice and tomatoes may help enhance iron absorption. Make this vegan by subbing the beef for some more beans, and feel free to use spinach in place of lettuce to up the iron even more.

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Beef Shephards Pie

For a hearty family meal that’s jam-packed with nourishing veggies, this warming dish fits the bill. Lean beef mince is full of iron and protein, whilst low in saturated fat. Colourful veggies provide essential vitamins and fibre, helping to keep you full and satisfied whilst keeping your gut microbes well-fed. This dish is perfect for those looking to boost their iron intake, and its soft texture is perfect for young kids or those with texture-modified diets post-surgery.

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Vegetarian Baked Egg Shakshuka Recipe

Perfect for dinner or a lazy weekend brunch, this shakshuka is full of nutrition without skimping on flavour. Eggs and spinach provide plenty of iron, even more so when served with wholemeal bread on the side. Vitamin C from the capsicum, tomatoes and parsley helps the body to efficiently absorb the iron, as well as packing the dish with heart-healthy antioxidants. Make this dish spicy by adding some fresh chilli if that’s your style.”

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