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Our NEW Food Doctor bars have launched in Tesco

  We’ve been a little bit quiet on here but that’s because we’ve been heads down in product development and we are now so excited to announce the

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A Nutritionist’s view on The Food Doctor Grains & Goodness Pitta

The Food Doctor have recently upgraded the packaging of their tasty ‘Grains & Goodness Pitta’ making the appearance of them as appealing as the taste! I’ve

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Breakfast Tofu Scramble Wraps

Method   1. Begin by heating a pan on a medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil and then crumble the block on tofu into the

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Looking after your whole body

1. Establish a new routine Wake up at around the same time each weekday, start work, have proper breaks, do your chores at a certain time each day and have a regular

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Fibre Fix Wrap Pizzas

Method   1.  Preheat oven to 180c and line two baking trays.   2.  Heat a pan on a medium heat and add a drizzle of oil

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Super Crunch Salad

Method   1. Grate the carrot, slice the cucumber, radishes and celery   2. Mix together the salad, grated carrot, sliced

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Chickpea Fajitas

Method   1. Preheat oven to 180c. In a bowl combine the rinsed chickpeas with paprika, cumin and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Scatter them

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Turmeric Chickpea Patties

Method   In a food processor add all of the ingredients and blend. You want some chickpea chunks left in so don't over blend! If

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Roasted Sweet Potato and Sesame Hummus

Method   1. Preheat oven to 180c and line a baking tray. 2. Add the sweet potato chunks to the tray, drizzle with some oil and place in

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The Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean Diet and why we like it   At the Food Doctor, we’re into facts not fads.   Unlike many diet plans, there are no rules or

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Salt Awareness week

Where’s it coming from? You might think you don’t use anywhere near that much salt at the table or in your home cooking. That’s probably true. Almost 80% of the

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Sugar Awareness week round up

At The Food Doctor, we like to keep up-to-date with all initiatives that are going on in the world of nutrition and so it was a privilege for the team to be invited to

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Chunky Butternut Squash Soup

This starchy bright orange veg is higher in carbs than vegetables like leafy greens but they make a nutritious alternative to potatoes, and unlike potatoes,

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5-a-day made easy

There is enough scientific evidence to convince us that eating more fruit and veg is protective against many diseases, as well as helping our overall well-being and

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How to get sugar aware

What’s free? Sounds counter-intuitive that free sugars are the ones that we shouldn’t be eating freely at all! But the free word refers to the way the sugar is

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Plant-Based Protein Guide

Simply cutting out meat and dairy without considering where your protein’s going to come from could reduce the variety of foods you’re eating - and that can make you

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The benefits of a plant-based diet

Whether you follow a vegan diet or enjoy your meat and two veg, no doubt you’ve been exposed to news about the benefits of a plant-based diet.   100%

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Deliciously healthy buffet ideas

12 Buffet Ideas Tiger prawns with fresh lemon or yogurt dressing Vegetable crudités with roasted peppers and tzatziki dip Grilled chicken breast strips

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Christmas Dinner Tips

12 Foods of Christmas   Smoked salmon - This tasty treat is a good source of protein and health promoting omega-3 fatty acids. Try these 3 ways to enjoy

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Tandoori Tofu Skewers

Methods   Preheat oven to 180c and line two baking trays with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl combine the maple syrup,

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Halloumi Pitta Pockets

Methods   Cut the red onion in half and cut them into strips Half the cherry tomatoes Remove the coriander from it's stalks

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Sesame florets

Methods   Stir-fry small florets of broccoli in a little rapeseed oil. Add a dash of oyster sauce (use soy for vegan option) and

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All about Broccoli

What’s in it? Broccoli is a source of fibre. We should aim for 30g of fibre a day and you get 3-4grams from a portion. A rich source of vitamin C, which

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Cumin Roasted Vegetables

Methods   Preheat oven to 180C/350 F and scatter the new potatoes, red onion chunks, parsnips and carrots on a couple of baking trays. In a small bowl

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Butternut Squash Soup

This starchy bright orange veg is higher in carbs than vegetables like leafy greens but they make a nutritious alternative to potatoes, and unlike

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All about Butternut Squash

What’s in it? Naturally rich in vitamin A in the form of beta carotene, which is needed for normal functioning of the immune system A source of vitamin C, a

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Beetroot Dip

Beetroot is thought to be one of the most environmentally friendly crops, as it often grows well without pesticides. Its texture and versatility mean

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Vibrant Roasted Veggies

Methods   Preheat oven to 180C/350F Place layers of thinly sliced beetroot, carrots and red onion onto a greased baking

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All about Mushrooms

What’s in it? A source of folate which contributes to normal functioning of the immune system A source of the B vitamin biotin, helping to maintain normal

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All about Beetroot

Seasonal ingredients are often more nutritious, they tend to taste better as it’s the time of year when food is at its best, and they typically cost less. Many of them

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Pitta with falafels

Methods We love these warmed pittas, spread with a generous spoonful of hummus and topped with lightly spiced falafels, packed with fresh herbs.

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Pea & Mint Soup

Methods   1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat, once hot add the chopped onion and garlic and fry for 3-4

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Chicken Tikka Pitta Pockets

Methods   1. Put tikka paste, yogurt, tomato paste, oil and chilli in a bowl and mix well   2. Stir in the chicken and leave to

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Crispy Chickpea Buddha Bowl

Method     1.Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F and add the butternut squash cubes to a baking tray. Season

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Sunday Soy-Glazed Roast Chicken with Healthy Stuffing and Asian Greens

Methods   1. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat oven to 180°C fan.   2. Heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil in

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Roast parsnip & celeriac soup with crunchy topping

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Combine the olive oil, celeriac, parsnips, onion and garlic in a bowl and mix well. Transfer to a

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Tomatoes, grilled corn & watermelon salad

Methods   1. Drizzle corn with oil and season with salt and pepper. You can either grill it on the barbecue or alternatively wrap each

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Edamame & pea dip

Edamame beans are by far our favourite bean, we love them in salads, stir-fries, made into dips or simply eaten in their pods with a pinch of salt.

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5 ways with…Nectarines

Nothing tastes more like summer than sinking your teeth into a juicy nectarine. They’re a good source of gut friendly fibre and contain vitamin C (immune boosting), A

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5 ways with…Aubergine

Aubergines have a delicious smoky flavour and when cooked they transform from rubbery and dry, to indulgent and soft, with an almost meaty texture. To get the most out

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5 ways with…Asparagus

The asparagus season in the UK is only short from early May to July. These vibrant green spears have a delicate flavour and are a delicious accompaniment to a meal.

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5 ways with…Courgettes

Courgettes are versatile, tender and super easy to cook, and are at their best in the UK from June to September. They contain immune boosting vitamin C, as well as

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Rhiannon’s courgette, pea & mint soup

This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lamberts, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well. Rhiannon helps you discover the foundations for a

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Friday night fish and chips

Methods   1. Heat the oven to 180C fan. Wash the sweet potatoes and chop them into chunky wedges. Lay them

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10 minute little gem lettuce cups

Methods   1. Break the little gem lettuce into individual leaves, removing the outer ones, and give them a good rinse.   2. Combine

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Piña Colada smoothie

Methods   1. Add all of the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend on high for approximately 45 seconds until creamy and

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Friday night fajitas

Methods   1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion (saving ¼ for the

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Rich and creamy chocolate smoothie

Methods   1. Add all of the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend on high until smooth or for 30

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Tuna with a herby seed crust and quick Italian salad

Methods   1. Start with making your salad. Heat a griddle pan and when really hot place on the courgette rounds in a single layer. Grill on

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Beetroot and tzatziki dips

Beetroot, horseradish and feta   This colourful dip will definitely brighten up your picnic. Beetroot is an excellent source of the B

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Fluffy pancakes with veggie & vegan toppings

Pancakes aren't just for Pancake Day, we make them for breakfast, brunch, and if we're feeling a bit lazy, for dinner too! They're so versatile, you can top them with a

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Veggie & Vegan Christmas Nibbles

Inviting friends and family over this Christmas? We’ve got some easy and delicious vegetarian and vegan nibble ideas that'll have your guests coming back for

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5 ways with.. apples

The humble apple comes in all sorts of flavours, colours and textures including sweet, crunchy, sharp, soft-fleshed, red, yellow and green. They are at their best from

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French toast with berries and honey

  Methods   1. In a large shallow bowl beat together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract.     2.

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Grab and go lunch-in-a-jar

One of the best ways to ensure you’re eating healthy at work and to save money is to take a packed lunch to work with you. Preparing your lunch the night before means

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Overnight porridge oats

Flavours   - sliced banana, walnuts and peanut butter - grated apple, raisins and cinnamon - 70% dark chocolate shavings, pecans and almond

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Quick & easy pitta pizzas

Toppings   Garlic mushrooms and tenderstem broccoli (vegan) Roasted vegetables (red onion, aubergine, courgette, peppers)(vegan) Goats

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Tandoori monkfish, coconut & green mango chutney

Methods   1. First make the marinade for the fish by heating your oil in a pan and frying the ginger, garlic, and spices for a minute or

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Okonomiyaki (crisp savoury Japanese pancakes) with quick cucumber pickle

Methods   1. Start by making your pickle, but unlike many other pickles that improve with a little time don’t do this the day before as the

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Tomato, basil and pesto bruschetta

Methods   1. To make the pesto, add all the ingredients to a food processor and whizz until smooth. If you have time then it’s worth pan

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Top turkey leftover recipes

SPICED TURKEY, SWEET POTATO & POMEGRANATE SALAD   After an indulgent Christmas, this salad is light and refreshing, and packed full of

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Vietnamese style spicy fish noodle salad

Methods   1. Start by marinating the fish – preferably you want this to go in the fridge a few hours before you want to cook, but even half

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5 ways with…Cauliflower

If you’ve ever been told to avoid beige foods then cauliflower is an exception. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant nutrients, and

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Halloumi, pea & watercress salad with mint dressing

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan. To prepare the new potatoes, give them a good wash and cut in half. Lay them out on a baking

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Ginger, lemongrass and coconut curry with tofu

Methods   1. Begin by preparing the tofu. Wrap the tofu in kitchen roll, this helps to remove any excess moisture. Lay a plate over the tofu

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Sweet potato, red pepper and tenderstem broccoli tray bake

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.   2. In a large roasting tray, add the chunks of sweet potato, peppers and

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Spiced prawn & lentil salad with a minty yogurt dressing

Methods   1. Make your dressing by placing all your ingredients in a bowl and whisking to combine. Leave in the fridge until ready to

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Italian stuffed courgettes

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan.   2. Cut the courgettes in half lengthways, and use a spoon to scoop out the

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Salmon, chilli & ginger fish cakes

Methods     1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees (optional, if cooking the fishcakes in the oven instead of

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Brunch perfect corn fritters

Methods   1. In a small bowl mix the flaxseeds with the water and leave to set onto one side for 10 minutes. It should become quite thick and

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Speedy tofu pad thai

Methods   1. Place the rice noodles in a bowl and cover them with boiling water and let sit for 5-10 minutes until they become soft while you

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Rhiannon’s mini Mexican muffins

This recipe is taken from Harley street nutritionist, Rhiannon Lamberts, new book; Renourish: A Simple Way to Eat Well. Rhiannon helps you discover the foundations for a

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No date, no bake peanut butter & dark chocolate balls

Methods   1. In a large mixing bowl, add the oats, chunks of dark chocolate, peanuts (these need to be chopped small otherwise the mix will

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Fully loaded veggie breakfast

Methods   1. Heat up a teaspoon of coconut oil in a large pan. Add the minced garlic, chilli flakes and smoked paprika. Cook the garlic on a

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Summer chilli with sundried tomatoes & basil cornbread

Methods   1. Start by making the chilli: Heat up a tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pan. Add in the finely chopped carrot, celery and

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Sage, Apricot & Seed Nut Roast

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.   2. Start by making the nut roast. Mix the milled flaxseed in a small bowl and leave to

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Blackberry and Apple Smoothie

Methods   Throw all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender such as a Nutribullet and blend for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.

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Fish, veg and pesto skewers

Methods   1. If using wooden skewers, place them in a large dish and cover with cold water, this will stop them burning.   2. Cut

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5 ways with…Tomatoes

Nothing smells more like summer than ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. Whether they’re fresh, tinned, dried or made into passata, they’re the all-time kitchen

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Blueberry Porridge Squares

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180C and grease an 8x8 baking tin.   2. In a large mixing bowl, add the oats, then stir through

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Greens & grains meatless meatballs with a chilli chickpea tomato sauce

Methods   1. Start by making your meatballs. Wash and pat dry your greens using kitchen paper. Pulse in batches in a food processor - or you

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Roast squash salad with lemony yogurt dressing

Methods   1. Pre-heat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan.     2. Deseed the butternut squash and slice into wedges (feel free

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5 ways with…Peppers

Peppers are one of our favourite veggies as you can add them to lots of different dishes and they pair well with a variety of flavours. They do much more than add colour

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5 ways with…Apples

The humble apple comes in all sorts of flavours, colours and textures including sweet, crunchy, sharp, soft-fleshed, red, yellow and green. They are at their best from

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Moroccan vegetable tagine

Methods   1. Heat the oil in a deep casserole dish or clay pot if you have one. Add the chopped onion and fry for 8 minutes or until

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Fluffy pancakes with quick plum jam

Methods   1. Start by making your plum jam, which you can make in advance and keep in the fridge for a week or so, until you need

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Chocolate covered almonds

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan.   2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread out the almonds. Roast them

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Green goddess smoothie bowl

Toppings   Chia Seeds Mango Blueberries The Food Doctor Raw Power Mix Methods   1. Add all of the ingredients to a high

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Butternut squash & cavolo nero curry

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180C.   2. To speed up cooking I like to pre-cook some of the vegetables. Peel the butternut

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Beetroot & Feta Burgers

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180C.   2. Peel the beetroot and grate it into a bowl. We would recommend using disposable gloves

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Exotic Shakshuka

Methods   1. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan (ideally one that has a lid) on a medium to high heat. Add the onions and cook until

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Aubergine Parmigiana with toasted nutty crumbs

Methods   1. To start the parmigiana preheat the grill to on high and put a large tray on a shelf close to the heat. Top the ends off the

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Beetroot, courgette & cheddar rolls with rainbow salad

Methods   1. Preheat your oven to 170° C fan. Mix together the flours, baking soda and salt.   2. Add the buttermilk, grated

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Chocolate chip banana bread

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C/fan/gas 6, and grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.   2. In a bowl, combine

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Summer fruit crumble

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180C.   2. Add the fruit to the bottom of your crumble dish. If using strawberries, cut them in

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Pitta with Falafel, Tabbouleh Salad and Mint Yogurt

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan.   2. Add the couscous to a medium sized bowl and pour in just enough boiling water

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Lemon and pistachio balls

Methods   1. Begin by making the pistachio crumb to coat the balls. Add 50g of pistachios to a food processor and blend until a crumb forms

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Smoky aubergine baba ganoush

Methods   1. Preheat the oven to 180C.   2. Top and tail the aubergines, and cut in half lengthwise. Place them flesh side up on a

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Vietnamese pho with tofu

Methods   1. Start by making the broth. Place a large pot on a medium heat and add the onions, garlic, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick,

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Mango, coconut and lime ice lollies

Cool down with our delicious homemade ice lollies. We’ve combined the tropical flavours of mango and coconut, with a dash of lime. These are super

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Mango, coconut and lime ice lollies

Cool down with our delicious homemade ice lollies. We’ve combined the tropical flavours of mango and coconut, with a dash of lime. These are super

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