Not only beautiful to look at, this raw torte manages to be delicious, decadent and good for you all at the same time. It’s a great dessert to take to a dinner party and the perfect finish to any summer feast!

Recipe by Megan May from Little Bird Organics & The Unbakeries.

Matcha is a special variety of green tea, stoneground into a fine powder.  Considered a “super food”, matcha is packed with antioxidants, the super chemical compound that prevents aging and several chronic diseases. One cup of Matcha is reported to have the nutritional value of up to 10 cups of regular green tea and over 100 x the antioxidants!

Matcha powder can be used in just about anything – smoothies, juices, desserts, or simply enjoyed as a nourishing tea or ‘latte’. Matcha adds a wonderful, natural colour to baking (or un-baking!) – as you’ll see with these beautiful mini cheesecakes.

Makes  10 | Ready in  45 minutes + freezing time.

Don’t let this recipe’s humble looks deceive you. For beneath its tomatoey goodness lies tender chunks of pumpkin in a sauce rich with saffron, spice and most importantly . . . butter! The vinegar-soaked sultanas add a nice piquant note, while the herbed rice not only offers freshness but also mops up all those wonderful juices you won’t want to waste. To bump up the protein, serve alongside a chickpea or lentil-based dish, or toss cooked chickpeas through the tomato sauce before serving or serve over herbed quinoa instead of rice. Soak the brown rice overnight in the stated water amount before cooking (in the same water) the following day, to improve its digestibility.

Recipe from Emma Galloway A Year In My Real Food Kitchen.

Gluten Free. Serves 4 .

Makes around 30 truffles.

Serves 4.

Recipes compliments of Sandra Perry Nutritionist, 360 Nutrition