Post: Food on the Move!

Food on the Move!

This weekend was all about food on the go. Had a very stressful weekend as we were moving house. Made even more stressful by 2 crying kids looking for their barbies and play-doh. And the internet is gone for 2 weeks! If I didn’t reach for the Ferrero Rocher this weekend, I should make it through the rest of the month.

We often hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. For me it definitely is. I normally eat porridge and eggs, so needed an alternative to the porridge for this month. Below is my all in one smoothie that keeps me going for a few hours. I like to add almond butter for some healthy fats. Feel free to substitute other ingredients.

With all the saucepans in boxes, we needed something that we could grab and go. These tuna cakes are perfect for lunch, dinner or even breakfast. I normally bring a few to work. Make sure you make a large batch as they will keep in the fridge for up to a week. They can be eaten cold or re-heated. If you like tuna, you’ll love these.

 

Breakfast Smoothie

Almond or Coconut Milk

1 banana

60g berries

1tbsp flax seed

Super Greens Powder

1 tbsp almond butter (optional)

 

Thai Style Sweet Potato and Tuna Cakes (makes 12)

3 tins (approx 350g) tuna in brine, drained

2 large sweet potatoes, baked and mashed

3 tbsp butter (or coconut oil), melted

1 stick lemongrass, very finely diced

Large handful coriander, finely chopped

1 heaped tsp chilli flakes

Zest of 1 lime

1 clove garlic, grated

Salt and pepper to taste

 

Pre-heat oven to 180 C

Grease a 12 hole muffin tray with some of the butter

First mix the lemongrass, chilli, coriander, lime zest and garlic.

Add the tuna and mix.

Then add the butter and sweet potato mix.

When combined, put the mix in the muffin tray evenly and press down with the back of a spoon

Bake for 30 mins.

About Terry

Terry Lyons
Terry Lyons

Terry was a competitor on Masterchef
Ireland 2012, where he reached the final.
In what was an amazing experience, he
documented his journey on his blog, as
well as regular recipes.