Nutrition Centre Recipes
Enjoy delicious and multicultural recipes, many of which are adjusted to improve their nutritional profile, without compromising on taste
Sweet Lassi
17 August 2013
Lassi is a refreshing chilled yoghurt drink that can be served sweet or savoury. This sweet version is a simple blend of yoghurt, iced water and sugar - you could substitute the sugar with sweet fresh fruit such as ripe mango if you prefer.
Dahi Kachumber
5 August 2013
Rarely do you see a recipe with four green traffic lights and this one has only 38 Calories per serving. Onion, tomato and cucumber are dressed in natural yogurt and then garnished with fresh coriander leaves.
Lamb chops in pan-asian sauce
4 August 2013
These lamb chops and thick-cut fries are cooked in teriyaki and soy with an array of fragrant flavourings like cloves, coriander and cinnamon. The lamb is cooked in its own juices and yoghurt to keep the fat down, and the dish is served with a topping of freshly fried onions and coriander leaves. Around 300 Calories a portion!
Chaas
20 July 2013
This refreshing yoghurt drink is the perfect cooling accompaniment to a spicy curry. Natural yoghurt is whisked with cumin and salt, and is then topped with fresh coriander leaves.
Chicken Kebabs
5 July 2013
Kebabs are often eaten during celebrations and these lower fat chicken kebabs make a nutritious starter — they're only 75 Calories each! They are deliciously spicy and can be served with a cooling yogurt dip and crisp salad.
Oriental Vegetable Pasta
1 June 2013
Pasta is one of those dishes that's usually loved by the whole family, especially children. Try this Chinese-style version which is dressed in soy sauce and sesame oil, yet still has the authenticity of Italian ingredients like olive oil and parmesan cheese.
Aloo Tikki
21 May 2013
These spicy potato cakes are a real treat for a snack or starter. Mashed potato is mixed with green chilli and lemon juice before being shaped and shallow fried until crisp and golden.
Kachumber
6 May 2013
This tangy Indian-style salad makes the perfect accompaniment to pilau, biryani or curry. Crisp vegetables are tossed in a fat-free dressing of fresh chillies and lemon juice, giving you just 25 Calories per serving.
Lemon Chicken with Tomato and Courgette Couscous
16 December 2012
Try this golden pan-fried chicken accompanied by colourful couscous. Thinly sliced chicken breast is coated in lemon and coriander sauce and then served on a bed of courgette (zucchini) and cherry tomato couscous.
Spinach Curry with Corn
13 October 2012
Not a red light in sight for this speedy yet scrumptious vegetable curry. Fresh spinach leaves are lightly cooked in onion and spices and then garnished with crunchy sweet corn.
Okra with sesame seed
20 August 2012
If you've never cooked okra (sometimes called ladies fingers) before, you might want to try out this easy and tasty recipe. Only 15 minutes of preparation time to create this mouth-watering authentic dish.
Pan-Fried Tilapia with Brown Rice and Dill
20 August 2012
Tilapia is a mild white fish and in this recipe it is livened up with a coating of cumin, garlic and oregano. It goes well with brown rice infused with fresh dill leaves.
