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Healthy Recipe: Holiday Kombucha Cocktail by Taboocha

This Christmas-themed cocktail is courtesy of the creative geniuses over at local kombucha brand Taboocha. They’ve paired one of their seasonal flavours, Banana Cinnamon Black Tea, with spirits and spices for a luxurious holiday tipple that’s gut-friendly to boot! You can purchase 750ml bottles of the exclusive Christmas flavour ($180) or a set of two …

Healthy Recipe: Mushroom Walnut Coriander Soup

This comforting mushroom soup recipe is made with crushed walnut pulp and micro coriander, a young, tinier version of coriander with a sweet citrusy aroma and distinctly peppery flavour. (You can swap for regular coriander, if that’s all you have on hand!) Serve this soup topped with a sprinkle of chilli flakes, coriander garnish, a …

Healthy Recipe: Steamed Tofu with Blistered Edamame

Courtesy of Simran Savlani from A Spark of Madness, this healthy recipe pairs flash-fried edamame with luxurious silken tofu. Serve it as a vegan side dish, or enjoy as a quick meal with a bowl of steamed rice. If you’re craving heat, simply add some chopped green chilies to the sauce! For more recipe ideas, …

Healthy Recipe: Chinese-style Mochi With Filling

Mooncake season might be right around the corner, but we’ve got our minds on mochi and mochi on our minds! This recipe for Chinese-style mochi is gluten-free and too easy to make. Try making it and experimenting with different healthy fillings, like vegan ice cream, fruit or low-GI peanut butter. Ingredients Dough 180g glutinous rice …

Healthy Recipe: Vegan Tofu & Pea Curry from SpiceBox Organics

Low-fat and super easy to make, this healthy recipe for vegan curry is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It’s a plant-based spin on vegan mattar paneer, a popular Indian recipe traditionally made with cottage cheese – just swap the cheese for tofu, and dig in! You can follow SpiceBox Organics for more awesome recipe ideas. …

Healthy Recipe: Flourless Pecan Cranberry Brownie

This flourless chocolate brownie recipe from Charissa and Co uses vegan protein powder for a heartier, more filling sweet treat, plus nutrient-dense whole foods like pumpkin puree and nut butters. Ingredients Brownie base 2 scoops chocolate protein powder (this recipe uses NuZest Clean Lean Protein) 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree 1 cup smooth, runny hazelnut …

Healthy Recipe: Kung Pao Tofu Quinoa Bowl by Calfit HK

This recipe from Calfit HK kicks it up a notch with homemade kung pao and tofu, and swaps rice for protein-rich quinoa. A great way to eat the rainbow with maximum flavour! Ingredients For quinoa base: 1 cup quinoa boiled 1⁄4 cup chopped mix vegetables (carrots, corn, cauliflower and green peas) 1 tbsp chopped green …

Healthy Recipe: Watermelon Gazpacho

Try this innovative mash-up of melons and tomatoes, for a savoury healthy watermelon gazpacho recipe that’s packed with nutritional goodness. There’s literally no better time of the year to get into cold soups than the height of summer, right? This recipe is courtesy of Soulistic, an online vegan tuck shop specialising in whole-food, plant-based creations. …

Healthy Recipe: Foil-Baked Pesto Cod with Tomato and Zucchini

One of our fave sustainable seafood brand Seafood Society pairs omega-rich cod filets with fresh herbs, veggies and dairy-free pesto, for a delicious and simple mid-week dinner. You can pick up premium fish products that are both MSC and ASC certified at Seafood Society’s new Kennedy Town shop, or browse their selection online. Ingredients • …

Healthy Recipe: “Not-Ella” Healthy Hazelnut Spread by MyEurekaLife

Smear this sugar-free healthy hazelnut recipe on whole wheat toast, protein pancakes or alongside a serving of fresh fruit! Follow @myeurekalife for more healthy recipe ideas like this. Ingredients 1 cup toasted hazelnuts 11⁄2 tbsp organic cacao powder 1 tsp vanilla extract 10 Medjool dates, de-seeded Full-fat coconut milk, as needed Instructions 1. Preheat over …

Healthy Recipe: Vegan Tofu Scramble from Naagin

This tofu scramble recipe is a vegan and oh-so-easy swap to make for regular scrambled eggs. You can also experiment with different veggies combos like spinach, mushrooms, and green onions to make this a super-healthy meal that offers extra vitamins and minerals. This scramble uses Naagin Hot Sauce, but you can substitute with any hot …

Healthy Recipe: Fallen Olive Oil Dark Chocolate Cake

This recipe isn’t overly sweet but packs a deep, rich flavour. No butter or flour is required – just dark chocolate, olive oil and sugar! The recipe is by food blogger Michelle Tang of kitchenmess.com, a healthy recipe blog designed for busy working professionals. Follow her on IG and FB @kitchenmesshk. Ingredients 200g dark chocolate …

Healthy Recipe: Organic Greek Yoghurt Banana Bread

This has been the year of homemade banana bread (just ask Chrissy Teigen), thanks to a dramatic rise in at-home baking due to a pandemic virus that shall remain nameless. Try your hand at this healthy and organic banana bread recipe from local baking blog Prim The Baker. Makes four loaves. Ingredients 3 2⁄3 cup …

Healthy Recipe: Virgin Coconut Pomegranate Mojito

Who doesn’t love a little rosé all day? Keep your hydration levels in check with this super-replenishing mocktail, which uses naturally pink coconut water from Natnat Life for a super Instagrammable bevvie. Serves 2. Find more healthy recipes at our Recipe Section! Ingredients 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish 1/4 cup pomegranate …

Recipe: Salted Caramel Granola Bars by Pura Vida

Sure, granola with fruit and yoghurt is nice…but have you ever tried making granola bars instead? These peanut butter-coated treats from local granola brand Pura Vida (IG: @puravidahkg) are full of fiber and healthy fats, and only require four ingredients to pull together. Simples!  Ingredients: 150g granola (any flavour works, but we like Pura Vida’s …

Healthy Recipe: Almond Brownie Cake

Low-sugar and protein-rich, these almond brownies are a delicious guilt-free treat, courtesy of Atlhetica Nutrition. Follow @atlhetica_asia and @atlheticanutrition for more nutritious baking ideas. INGREDIENTS • 4 eggs • ½ cup Palatinose sweetener • 1 cup melted dark chocolate (70%) • ½ lemon, juiced • 4 tsp MCT oil • ½ cup milk • 2½ …

Healthy Recipe: Moroccan Plantballs Bowl

Wanna be a baller, shot caller? These yummy, oh-so-herby plantballs from Avobar make generous use of roasted sweet potatoes and all their healthy nutritional properties, such as beta-carotene, B vitamins, and fibre. Makes 7 balls.  Ingredients 1 large sweet potato Half an avocado Handful of kale Handful of baby spinach Baby gem lettuce Mixed herbs (cumin, …

Healthy Recipe: Brazilian-Japanese Eggplant (Berinjela) From Uma Nota

The humble eggplant is a super versatile veg to cook with. Try frying one whole and topping with cashews, feta and greens, like this beloved berinjela recipe from Japanese-Brazilian restaurant UMA NOTA. Ingredients 1 whole globe eggplant (the larger, teardrop-shaped variety) vegetable oil 2½ tsp brown sugar  2 tbsp yellow miso 1½ tbsp mirin (a …

Healthy Recipe: Easy Broad Bean Hummus (Bessara)

Enriched with herbs and spices, this healthy and easy broad bean dip from Chef Mohsen at Kennedy Town eatery Aziza is great for fighting off toxins. Pair with warm pita bread, or veggie sticks if you’re eating light.  Ingredients 200 g dried broad beans 2 cloves garlic 1 onion, chopped 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 …

Make Your Own Beauty Products With These DIY All Natural Recipes

Natural beauty care is all the rage right now, and with good reason. It seems like every week a new study comes out linking hidden chemicals found in beauty products to health problems, animal abuse, or environmental impact. But as more big name brands jump on the organic bandwagon, it’s getting to the point that …

Healthy Recipe: Easy Vegan Three Bean Chili

Made in one pot in less than 30 minutes, this easy vegan chili makes for a comforting weeknight meal in the dead of winter. From eco-warrior Laura Williamson, also a lifestyle blogger at Days Like Laura and the founder of green-chic online shop PlantDays. Serves 4. Ingredients 1 ¾ cup water  1 large onion diced  …

Healthy Recipe: Coconut Sugar Shortbread Cookies

Looking for a healthy shortbread recipe ahead of the holiday season? Butterfly pea flowers, found at Hong Kong Organic Farm in Fanling, give this classic cookie recipe a gorgeous splash of colour and cuts out the refined sugar. Use Christmas-themed cookie cutters to make them festive! Follow Divya Butani on Instagram at @theveggiewifey for more healthy …

Healthy Recipe: Watermelon & Feta Cheese Salad

 Made up of 92 percent water, is there anything quite as hydrating as watermelon? This super-simple watermelon feta salad by Leaves & Liberty (the meat-free sister concept to Beef & Liberty) is easy to throw together and oh-so-delicious to eat, especially at the height of summer.  Time: 10 minutes Ingredients ⅔ cup watermelon ½ cup …

Healthy Recipe: Baked Salmon With Wasabi Mayo

This blend of zesty citrus and fiery wasabi puts some extra kick in your next salmon dinner. Pair with a salad and glass of white for sheer perfection. By South Stream Market INGREDIENTS 250g x 2 salmon fillets, skin on salt & pepper 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp olive oil 3⁄4 cup Kewpie mayonnaise …

Healthy Recipe: Vegan Wild Berry Mini Cakes

High in antioxidants, nutrients, flavonoids and vitamins, we’re simply wild about wild berries this spring season! Check out these wild berry mini cakes that are vegan, perfectly sweet yet sugar-free, and 100% irresistible. Makes 12 cakes. Recipe by Nordic Foods. INGREDIENTS CRUST:• 1 cup pitted dates• 1 cup cashew nuts• 2 tbsp coconut oil FILLING:• …