Recipes from Lisa Michele

This was my go-to brekky during the winter months living in Canberra. The topping works perfectly on oatmeal and even served with yogurt as a morning or afternoon snack. Serves 1 Ingredients: ½ cup rolled oats 1 cup milk of choice (or water) ½ cup almonds ½ cup coconut flakes ½ cup goji berries ½ cup flaxseeds […]

Sweet potato is rich in complex carbohydrates, dietary fibre and vitamin A and contributes moderate amounts of vitamin B5, B6 and manganese. Baked sweet potato is higher in vitamin C.  A great vegetarian comfort meal, very warming and filling on the tummy. Serves 2 Ingredients: 1 x medium sweet potato per person 1 tbsp virgin olive oil 2 […]

This is what I enjoy for dessert most nights.  It is so warming on the stomach.  Raw cacao contains significant amounts of antioxidants, magnesium and the neurotransmitters dopamine and phenylethylamine (PEA) known to aid mental alertness, improve mood and help with weight loss. Serves 1 Ingredients: 1 cup vanilla unsweetened almond milk 1 tsp natvia […]

Filled with green veggies, lean protein and certainly not lacking in flavour.  Chicken is a great protein source, low in fat and contributes significant niacin, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12. Serves 2-3 Ingredients: 400g chicken breast, sliced 3 zucchini 1 tbsp virgin olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 bunch of asparagus ½ cup […]

Having recently re-located to Port Macquarie I have become very fond of seafood restaurants.  Macadamia-crusted fish is my new favourite restaurant-meal.  Here is my home-made version that taste even better! Macadamia have the highest amount of monounsaturated fats of any known seed. They contain 9% protein, 9% carbohydrate, and 2% dietary fibre, as well as […]

So creamy yet so healthy and satisfying. Like most fish, Basa fish is high in protein, low fat and a good source of Omega-3. It is recommended to consume fish 2-3 times a week with similar consumption linked to reduced risk of heart disease, stroke and bowel cancer. Serves 2-3 Ingredients: 2-3 fish fillets of […]

Who doesn’t love Mexican?  Here is a simple and healthy burrito recipe full of colourful veggies, protein and complex carbohydrates. Developed by CSIRO and given the 5-star health rating, BARLEYmax wraps are high in fibre, low GI, aid in digestion and may reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and some […]

A refreshing summer breakfast- you can pick and choose from an endless list of topping variations.  My favourite combinations are berries and nuts or banana and nut butter. Oats are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, thiamine, iron, and dietary fibre. Serves 1 Ingredients: ½ cup rolled oats ½ cup milk (of choice) or water […]

A sweet snack or dessert option.  Cottage cheese has a high content of casein protein (a longer-lasting protein), while being relatively low in fat.  Apples and Pear are good sources of fibre, vitamin C and various antioxidants. Cinnamon is known to have numerous health benefits including a high antioxidant content, anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to lower blood sugar levels, and […]

A creation from my hubby (the king of flavours) – a low-carb/ high protein hearty Bolognese.  The zoodles add great texture and you will not even miss the pasta. Zucchini are low in calories (approximately 17 calories per 100 g) and contains significant folate, potassium and provitamin A. Serves 4  Ingredients: 500g grass fed lean […]