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Lemon Pistachio Granola

Lemon Pistachio Granola

This lemon pistachio granola is bright, summery, and packed with zingy citrus flavour! Friends, before we get to this bright, summery lemon pistachio granola, may I tell you about my weekend?! So, since James was about 5 months old, I made the decision to stay 

Socca Topped With Greens

Socca Topped With Greens

Easy and delicious socca topped with greens makes a quick, elegant and versatile meal! Friends, for years I didn’t make Socca because I assumed it was either too complicated, or too fancypants. I urge you not to make the same mistake, because its DEAD SIMPLE 

Lemon Chia Energy Bites

Lemon Chia Energy Bites

These lemon chia energy bites provide a delicious boost any time of day!

Lemon Chia Energy Bites- Emma's Little Kitchen

If you have been reading this blog for a while, or you follow me on instagram, you probably know that running is a passion, or maybe even a compulsion of mine. If you know me in real life, you definitely know it. Many of you also know that I spent most of January and February of this year limping around with a nasty injury that preventing me from running at all. This was totally miserable for me (and TOTALLY miserable for my long suffering hubby), but I can happily report that I am back on track (ha, punny!), and getting my mileage back to about 30 miles a week. Two immediate consequences of my recovery were:

  1. A cheerier demeanor
  2. A ferocious appetite

Enter lemon chia energy bites. They cheerily compliment my mood, but more importantly, provide a delicious and convenient boost of energy post or pre run. Wether running is your thing or not, they make a really tasty snack, and last a good week in the fridge.

Lemon Chia Energy Bites- Emma's Little Kitchen

What is your favourite way to refuel after a sweat sesh?

Lemon Chia Energy Bites- Emma's Little Kitchen

Enjoy!

Lemon Chia Energy Bites
 
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Serves: 18
Ingredients
  • 2 cups pitted dates, chopped
  • ½ cup oats
  • ½ cup flaked coconut
  • juice and zest of 1 small lemon
  • ½ tsp almond extract (optional, but delicious!)
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
Method
  1. Put all ingredients into a food processor, and process until the ingredients are well combined and a large dough-like ball forms
  2. Remove from the processor, and roll into small balls

Notes

Adapted from my Cranberry Walnut Energy Bites.

Chickpea Gyro Bowls

Chickpea Gyro Bowls

Kick the Summer off early with these Mediterranean inspired Chickpea Gyro Bowls!  Last week we were back in Michigan for a blink-and-you-miss-us visit, and my Sis and Bro in law kindly put us up (or rather, kindly put up with us…). When we arrived, my sweet 

Strawberry Frozen Greek Yogurt

Strawberry Frozen Greek Yogurt

This creamy, dreamy Strawberry Frozen Greek Yogurt makes for a healthier, refreshing treat! Strawberry season is in full swing in Texas, so when The Greek Gods® asked me to come up with a couple of recipes using their yogurt, my mind immediately went to Strawberry Frozen 

Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Yoghurt and Lemon

Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Yoghurt and Lemon

Whole wheat linguine tossed with roasted cauliflower, yoghurt, lemon, and almonds to make a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Lemon and Yoghurt- Emma's Little Kitchen

Alternative Post Title = Roasted Cauliflower: A Love Affair.

The first time I roasted cauliflower I was forever ruined, for I can never go back. Like most Brits, I grew up eating my cauliflower boiled, steamed, or even smothered in cheese sauce which is fine and all, but roasted cauliflower is like WOAH.

Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Lemon and YoghurtLinguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Lemon and Yoghur

Honestly I would probably eat a head of roasted cauliflower one its own for dinner and be pretty content, however, I have a responsibility to provide my child with 3 balanced, nutritious meals a day (he gets to choose wether they are eaten or thrown on the floor with a defiant arm swipe), so I decided to toss it with a little whole wheat linguine and a little lemony yoghurt and voila! A simple, delicious meal that can be pulled of in about half an hour. Perfect!

Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Lemon and Yoghurt

Enjoy!

Linguine with Roasted Cauliflower, Yoghurt and Lemon
 
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped into bite sized florets
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • ½ lb/ 225 g whole wheat linguine (or pasta of choice)
  • ½ cup plain yoghurt (full fat)
  • ¼ cup parmesan or pecorino, grated (plus more for sprinkling)
  • juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ cup almonds, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp capers (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste
Method
  1. Preheat oven to 400F/200C
  2. Tip cauliflower florets into a large roasting tray, and toss with olive oil. Roast for about 30 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender and beginning to caramelize in places
  3. When the cauliflower is about half way through roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to the boil, cook pasta according to package instructions and drain, reserving about a cook of cooking water
  4. Return the pasta to the hot pan, off the heat. Toss with yoghurt, parmesan, lemon juice and zest, garlic, chopped almonds, parsley, capers (if using), and cauliflower. Add as much of the pasta cooking water to the pot as you need to reach the desired constancy. Season with salt and pepper to taste
  5. Serve with extra parmesan on top!

 

Split Pea Soup with Lemon and Thyme

Split Pea Soup with Lemon and Thyme

This split pea soup with lemon and time is bolstering and hearty, and full of fresh flavour. Perfect for early Spring! I am bound by foodblogger law to post something green for you this week. So here it is- Split Pea Soup with Lemon and 

Lemon Ginger Cake

Lemon Ginger Cake

This whole wheat Lemon Ginger Cake is just bursting with zingy citrus and warm gingery flavour.  This weekend I will be celebrating Mothers Day. As a mother to a British-American child, I feel I am allowed to double dip with this Holiday. So Kirk, if 

Courgette Lemon Pizza

Courgette Lemon Pizza

This courgette lemon pizza on naan is an easy and light meal, with all the fresh, bright flavours of Summer!

Courgette & Lemon Pizza= Emma's Little KitchenSince rediscovering the concept of the Naan Pizza this winter, I have been on a little mission to come up with new toppings for quick, easy weeknight dinners. This pretty, fresh combination of courgettes, mint, feta and lemon was too wonderful not to keep from you!

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The courgette ribbons are optional (you could just slice them!), but don’t you think the tangle of white and green is so gorgeous?! Lemon, mint and feta are a classic trio, and flavours that I have been a little obsessed with this summer. There is a slight difference between this naan pizza and it’s winter cousin– I baked the naan for a couple of minutes before adding the topping. I found that the lemony-courgette mixture necessitated a firmer base. Other than that it’s Naan Bread Pizza, business as usual!

Courgette & Lemon Pizza- Emma's Little KitchenEnjoy!

Courgette Lemon Pizza
 
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This courgette lemon pizza on naan is an easy and light meal, with all the fresh, bright flavours of Summer!
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Serves: 2-4 servings
Ingredients
  • 2 whole wheat naan
  • 2 medium courgettes, "ribboned" using a vegetable peeler
  • zest and juice of 1 small lemon
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • ⅓ cup feta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
Method
  1. Preheat oven to 375F/190C
  2. Place the naan breads on a baking sheet and cook for two minutes to firm them up. Remove from the oven and set aside
  3. In a medium bowl, toss the ribboned courgettes with the zest and juice of the lemon, chili flakes and mint
  4. Divide the courgette mixture evenly between the two naan, sprinkle each with feta, and drizzle olive oil over the top to finish
  5. Place the naan back in the oven and cook for about 10 minutes until the feta is starting to melt, and the courgettes are tinged gold

Notes

I’ve said it before, but courgette is “English” for zucchini 🙂

If you fancy making this into a “real” pizza (read: not my lazy naan version!), I like this crust recipe from 100 days of real food.

If you want an even quicker dinner, I have eaten this pizza without putting it back in the oven for the cheese to melt, just cook the naan for a couple of minutes longer on the front end. I do prefer the more cooked version though.

 

Red White & Blue (And Green!) Patriotic Power Salad

Red White & Blue (And Green!) Patriotic Power Salad

This red, white and blue patriotic power salad makes a healthy addition to any July 4th party! When you’re a displaced Brit residing in the USA, July 4th can be a tricky holiday to navigate. I mean, it’s not like I come across many people