Tag: olive oil
Broccoli, Green Bean & Avocado ‘Guacamole’ Salad
Zingy salad bursting with the fresh flavours of Guacamole. Broccoli and green beans are tossed with avocado, tomatoes, lime juice, red onion and coriander.
Vegan Chestnut Truffle Cheesecake
Vegan cheesecake with an indulgent truffle texture. This Gluten-free and Paleo recipe is made with almonds, dates, maple syrup, chestnut puree and chocolate
Gluten-free Christmas Cake with Candied Nut Topping
Luxury Christmas fruit cake. Moist, rich and packed with dried fruits, nuts, aromatic spices, citrus and brandy. A Dairy-free, Gluten-free and Paleo recipe.
Gluten-free Gingerbread Men
Step into Christmas with these ginger, clove, nutmeg and cinnamon biscuits. A Gluten-free, Paleo and Vegan recipe made with ground almonds and maple syrup.
French Salad Dressing
Classic and versatile vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard and honey. Creates a deliciously thick coating to pour over salad vegetables.
Easy Gluten-free Seeded Crackers
Crisp, savoury crackers, perfect for spreading or dipping. A versatile Paleo version, made with ground almonds, poppy seeds, linseeds and sunflower seeds.
Courgette & Red Pepper Salad
Refreshing raw vegetable salad. Courgettes and sweet peppers are tossed with parsley and a simple French dressing of olive oil, vinegar and Dijon mustard.
Gluten-free Scottish Oatcakes
Savoury and crumbly crackers made by binding oats with fat, then shaping and baking. This simple recipe is Dairy-free, Gluten-free, and can be made Vegan.
Korma Curry Paste
Mild, Indian curry paste made from delicate blend of fragrant whole spices like cardamom, cumin and coriander seeds, pureed fresh aromatics and cashew nuts.
Spanish Tortilla (potato omelette)
A classic Spanish dish, this slow-cooked potato tart is made with thinly sliced potatoes, onion and egg. Simple to make, and utterly delicious hot or cold.
Fluffy and Crusty Gluten-free Bread
Soft and fluffy Gluten-free bread with a hard, browned crust. Tears apart like normal bread, with a chewy, elastic texture and a subtle wholemeal flavour.
Greg’s Gluten-free Chocolate Raspberry Layer Cake with Dairy-free Chocolate Fudge Frosting
Rich, decadent chocolate cake. This Dairy-free, Gluten-free and Paleo recipe is made with olive oil, ground almonds, honey and fudgy medjool date frosting.
Gluten-free Carob Cake
Fudgy carob cake with a moist, tender crumb. This Dairy-free, Gluten-free and Paleo recipe is made with olive oil, ground almonds, almond milk and honey.
Provencal Ratatouille
Classic French vegetable stew, in which chopped Mediterranean vegetables are slowly cooked in herb- and garlic-infused olive oil. Delicious hot or cold.
How to replace butter with olive oil in baking recipes
This article provides a guide to replacing butter with olive oil in baking recipes. I describe the role that fat plays to effect the structure and flavour, and the difference between using a solid fat and a liquid fat. I provide a simple set of instructions for adapting recipes, including a conversion chart, and recommend which recipes are most appropriate for substitution.
Aioli (garlic mayonnaise)
Thick and creamy Mediterranean dipping sauce. This Dairy-free recipe is made by whisking crushed garlic into egg yolks, olive oil, mustard and lemon juice.
Mayonnaise
Thick, creamy dipping sauce. This Dairy-free recipe is made by whisking together egg yolks, light olive oil, mustard and vinegar. Guaranteed not to split.
Gluten-free Caramelised Upside-Down Ginger & Pear Cake
Beautiful upside-down cake with caramelised pear topping. This Dairy-free, Gluten-free and Paleo recipe is made with olive oil, ground almonds and honey.
Gluten-free Carrot Cake with Dairy-free Lemon Frosting
Spiced carrot cake with a moist, tender crumb. This Dairy-free, Gluten-free and Paleo recipe is made with olive oil, ground almonds, nuts and orange zest.
Best ever Paleo Chestnut Bread
Malty quick bread good for sandwiches or toast. This Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Yeast-free and Paleo recipe is made with chestnut, almond and coconut flours.
Caribbean Jerk Chicken
Chicken legs are marinaded in scotch bonnet chillis and sweet, aromatic spices before roasting. This Gluten-free and Paleo recipe tingles with fruity heat.
Dairy-free Umami Pesto
A twist on the classic Italian sauce of creamy pine nuts, garlic and basil. This Dairy-free recipe uses preserved lemons to replicate the umami of Parmesan.
Marinated Oily Fish
Enjoy a raw fish breakfast by marinating fillets overnight in lemon juice and seasoning to 'cook' the proteins. Super easy and full of healthy amino acids.
