Bircher muesli was introduced by Maximillian Bircher-Brenner for patients going through his healing therapy in hospital. If, like me, you try to avoid grains1 tbsp pumpkin seed and cereals, then this version of Bircher Muesli is a great alternative.

This muesli provides you with lots of fibre to support the digestion, plenty of omega 3’s to reduce inflammation and a healthy cardiovascular system  and keep your energy levels buzzing for teh morning without feeling hungry.

Serves 1

• 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds (linseeds)
• 2 tsp chia seeds
• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp goji berries
• 1 tbsp cranberries
• 60-80 mls almond milk or orange juice
• 1 large eating apple – grated (skin on)
• 125g fresh fruit – berries, kiwi, mango, papaya
• 2 tbsp natural bio-live organic yogurt or coconut yogurt if dairy free.

Method:

• Soak all the seeds and dried fruits in teh orange juice or almond milk (as you choose) for a minimum of 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
• Add the grated apple and fresh fruit.
• Incorporate the yogurt or enjoy with extra almond milk.

NB: If you suffer from digestive problems – try adding kefir to the mixture to add probiotics and natural bacteria.

Paleo Turkey Burgers

If you are following a paleo style diet or you are wanting healthy alternatives for lunch times, these turkey burgers or ‘patties’ make a great prepare-ahead dish which you can easily heat up in a frying pan or oven.

• 400g turkey mince
• 3tbsp fish sauce
• 2 cm piece of root ginger
• 2 spring onions – chopped
• 1 garlic clove – crushed
• 1 tbsp coconut aminos (similar to soy sauce)
• coconut oil for frying

Salsa:

• ¼ finely chopped fresh pineapple
• ½ chopped avocado
• 1 red onion
• handful of coriander leaves
• juice of 2 limes to taste

Method:

• Burgers- place all the ingredients in a food processor and process until thoroughly combined. Shape into little patties or mini burgers. Heat some coconut oil in a frying pan and brown the patties all over for approx 3 minutes until the mat is cooked through.
• Salsa- Make up the salsa by mixing all the ingredients together and serve with the patties.

Serve with a selection of roasted vegetables.