Break-the-fast

Break-the-fast: Homemade Muesli

We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Studies have shown that people who eat breakfast tend to eat less calories across the day and are more likely to be a healthier BMI than those who skip breakfast.

So, break-the-fast and have a high fibre, high protein breakfast to start your day. Good options include wholegrain cereals with yoghurt or skim milk, fresh fruit and yoghurt, poached eggs on wholegrain toast or a breakfast smoothie with berries, LSA, yoghurt and skim milk.  

My favourite way to start the day is with my Homemade Muesli. Oats, pepitas, linseeds, cashews, sultanas, manuka honey, served with organic natural yoghurt and topped with berries.

Winter Warmer Recipe Collections: Vegetarian Nachos

Why beans?

Legumes and lentils are rich in protein, fibre, low GI carbohydrates and a range of vitamins and minerals. Growing evidence shows regular consumption can reduce your risk of chronic diseases including obesity, diabetes and heart disease. The Heart Foundation recommends including legumes in at least two meals per week.

Ingredients:

200g red kidney beans

100g brown lentils

400g tin diced tomatoes

2 carrots diced

1 zucchini diced

1 capsicum diced

Original corn chips

Reduced fat grated cheddar

Avocado

Method:

Heat fry pan and saute' vegetables in olive oil. Drain and rinse kidney beans and lentils. Add to fry pan. Add tomatoes and allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes. Arrange corn chips on baking tray. Spoon mixtue onto corn chips and top with grated cheddar. Bake in preheated oven for 5-10 minutes. Top mixture with avocado.