Lindy Zolnierczak

Black bean hummus can be prepared using canned black beans. Alternatively, dried black beans can be cooked by simmering them in water for 40-50 minutes. Cooked black beans can be frozen and used for other dishes when needed. The potato chips can be reheated the following day and this adds an extra crispiness … that’s if you haven’t devoured them all!

Traditional Sfeeha calls for using minced lamb, but substituting with cooked lentils gives the textual taste of meat and makes for a great vegetarian alternative. The spices can be adjusted to your liking.

This gluten-free version swaps out the bulgur for the brown Jasmine rice, which gives it that chewy texture among the freshness of the other ingredients. The labneh tops it all off with its creaminess — a perfect pairing.

This is the perfect brunch to cook when you have leftover mashed potato for a fulfilling meal to last you into the afternoon. These waffles are an ideal replacement for bread, especially if you are gluten intolerant.

These scrolls are made using a scone mixture, so there is no need to use yeast or wait for the mixture to rise. The scrolls are packed with delicious berries and make enough to serve the whole family, perfect for a weekend brunch.

Love coffee but can’t tolerate it? This recipe uses chicory essence for the flavour, or swap in real coffee if you prefer.

Oven-roasted sweet potatoes with fresh salsa and sweet onion jam for creamy, crunchy, and flavour-packed carbs.

This quick 30-minute dish is loaded with veggies, carbs, and protein, offering a perfect balance of flavours and textures.

Ensure you rinse the rice and quinoa for several minutes to eliminate any bitterness. You may think that basil and strawberries are an unusual combination, but they are the perfect pairing in this salad!

Grilling the romaine enhances its flavour and adds a smokiness. The cauliflower crumb accompanies the tender lettuce with a punch of saltiness and crispiness. To make this an easy super salad for dinner, prepare the aioli the day before.

Adding fruit into a salad adds a punch of sweetness and pairs perfectly with freshly cooked Australian prawns. The addition of wholewheat couscous makes this salad a fulfilling meal that doesn’t leave you hungry.

Fennel seeds add a whole different element to these pork steaks, making this weeknight wonder an extra-special dish. Most of the dish is cooked in one pan in the oven so there’s less cleaning up. The pear chutney can be prepared ahead of time, too.