OUR EXPERT SAYS… Smoky Scrambled Eggs This is a well-balanced, nutritious vegetarian breakfast. It includes all three macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. Ensure the ingredients are good quality to maximise the nutritional benefits; opt for a high fibre whole grain bread and organic free-range eggs. The spinach, red onion, and bell pepper will ensure a healthy dose of vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants to kick off the day. Spiced Apple Oats Organic rolled oats are a fantastic source of soluble fibre that promotes gut health and motility. Apples are high in quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that helps strengthen the immune system. Adding cinnamon not only adds depth of flavour, but also acts as a blood sugar balancer. Swap peanut butter for almond butter, as it offers a higher amount of monounsaturated fats.
VEGAN BANANA MUFFINS Makes 12 • 3 very ripe bananas • 50g coconut oil • 200g granulated sugar • 250g all-purpose flour • 1 tsp salt • 1 tsp baking soda Optional: 100g vegan chocolate chips, walnuts • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees, gas mark 4. Line a 12-hole cake
tin with paper cases, set aside. In a bowl, mash the bananas. Add the oil and sugar and combine until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt and baking soda. Add to the banana mixture, stirring gently. Once combined, if using, add the walnuts and chocolate chips. • Spoon the mixture into your lined cases, leaving some room for the cakes to rise. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Eat while warm with a cup of tea. Delicious.
Vegan Banana Muffin While delicious, I’d recommend these as a weekend treat, rather than an everyday breakfast. Bananas are rich in fibre, antioxidants, and potassium, which is essential to heart health. Ripe bananas are a healthy carbohydrate that provide a good supply of fruit sugar. By switching a few ingredients you can enhance the nutritional value. Use an organic whole cane sugar, and almond flour, which offers more protein, healthy fats, and vitamin E. Josephine (Beanie) Robinson is a nutritional therapist, yoga and meditation teacher, and co-founder of The Health Space. Find out more at thehealth-space.com
