This satisfyingly good kale and tahini salad is remarkably energising. Plus, it’s a fab option if you are following a dairy free diet because tahini (which is made from ground sesame seeds) is a rich source of calcium, as is the kale! Good news for stronger bones.

Let’s face it, we could all do with eating more greenery and this deliciously creamy dressing injects wonderful flavour to the kale. It's also super quick to make. Just make sure the kale you use is not the ready-chopped version. You need the full leaves for this so you can quickly separate the leaves from the chewy stalk. 

Kale belongs to the cruciferous family of vegetables which has shown to support hormone balance, and have anti-carcinogenic properties. Overall message? Eat more kale. 

At long last, the answer for that post-dinner, late-night chocolate craving. Also brilliant if you need a little pick me up during the day or fancy a healthy treat with your cup of (herbal) tea. 

1. Soak the dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then blitz for a few seconds in the food processor.
2. Now add the nuts, seeds and oats and pulse for a few more seconds. 
3. Add all the remaining ingredients and blitz until the ingredients combine. 
4. Roll a small handful of the mixture between your hands to form a ball the size of a ping pong ball. (That way you could eat two instead of one bigger golf ball sized one...)

For more delicious recipe ideas guaranteed to energise your day, check out my 90-Day Gut Health Plan which includes meal plans. I also think you'll love this deliciously smooth, dairy-free vegan chocolate mousse recipe.