by Başak | Sep 19, 2023 | Do It Yourself, Main course |
Chickpea flour tofu: budget-friendly, soy-free & tasty recipe Time: prep. 5 mins soak. min. 6 h cook. 8 mins set. min. 3 hDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Chickpea... 
by Başak | Sep 5, 2023 | First course |
Bread Salad: a low GI, waste not recipe with Italian touch Time: prep. 10 mins rest. 30 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Panzanella or Italian bread salad is a no-waste and low glycemic index recipe,... 
by Başak | Aug 18, 2023 | Side dishes |
Tex-Mex Corn salad: delicious, nutrient and easily-digested Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 40 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portions Cost: low Tex-Mex Corn salad is a great way to brighten up the days when the... 
by Başak | Jul 20, 2023 | First course |
Authentic Gazpacho: Andalusian cold soup, healthy & refreshing Time: prep. 10 mins cool. min 1 hrDifficulty: very easy Yields: for 2 people Cost: low Authentic Gazpacho is a summer soup eaten cold and prepared... 
by Başak | Jul 11, 2023 | Desserts |
Nice cream: plant-based, no-waste, no-sugar ice cream recipe Time: prep. 5 mins freez. min 3 hrsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low The nice cream recipe should be taught in schools! And this... 
by Başak | Jul 4, 2023 | Main course |
Baked Falafels: original taste, lighter and healthier recipe Time: prep. 10 mins (+soaking + cooling) bake. 30 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2-3 portionsCost : Low Baked falafels are the healthier and... 
by Başak | Jun 14, 2023 | Side dishes |
Romesco sauce: easy, tasty, ethical and nutrient-rich Time: prep. 10 mins bake 30 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 4 portionsCost: low When I saw the first bell peppers of the season at the farmer’s market... 
by Başak | May 28, 2023 | Side dishes |
Black chickpea salad: how to supplement iron with taste Time: prep. 10 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: medium-low Black chickpea salad (or Kala Chana salad) is the right answer if you are looking for a fresh, quick... 
by Başak | May 4, 2023 | Side dishes |
Raw artichoke carpaccio: no-cook, easy and healthy recipe Time: prep. 5 mins rest min. 15 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: medium-low Raw artichoke carpaccio is definitely the healthiest way to consume... 
by Başak | Apr 11, 2023 | Main course |
Baked tofu nuggets: crispy and delicious yet healthy Time: prep. 5 mins bak. 25 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Baked tofu nuggets always bring back memories.Yeah, I wasn’t always conscious about... 
by Başak | Mar 14, 2023 | First course |
Easy Turkish Borek or feta & spinach pie: can easily be vegan Time: prep. 20 mins bake. 30 minsDifficulty: lowYields: 4 portionCost: low Having recently returned from Istanbul, I still have in my mouth the taste of... 
by Başak | Mar 2, 2023 | Main course |
Creamy mushroom with healthy béchamel and crispy zucchini Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 15 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low This recipe for creamy mushroom with healthy béchamel is suitable for those who want to spend... 
by Başak | Jan 30, 2023 | Side dishes |
Chickpea tuna salad recipe: tasty, simple and for everyone Time: prep. 10 minsDifficulty: very easy Yields: 2-3 portions Cost: low Chickpea tuna salad surprises and conquers even omnivores, not only for its goodness, but also... 
by Başak | Dec 23, 2022 | Do It Yourself, First course, Food Awareness |
Eggless homemade pasta dough: using wholemeal flour Time: prep. 20 mins cook. 2-5 mins rest min 30 minsDifficulty: easy (manual pasta maker)Yields: 2-3 portionsCost : very low What makes the holidays... 
by Başak | Dec 12, 2022 | Do It Yourself, First course, Food Awareness |
Healthy Stove top Pizza + oven’s grill: best Neapolitan taste Time: prep. & prove 1-30 hrs cook. approx 30 minsDifficulty: easy (if you buy the base)Yields: 4 round pizzasCost: low Pizza Napoletana is... 
by Başak | Nov 29, 2022 | First course |
Turkish Yogurt soup: anti-waste recipe, ideal for winter Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 10 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 4 portionsCost: low Yogurt soup is a recipe worth trying, especially if you are a soup lover and at the same... 
by Başak | Nov 21, 2022 | Side dishes |
Vegan Celeriac Schnitzel baked or fried, always delicious Time: prep. 5 mins bake 20 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low My special vegan celeriac schnitzel suggestion is surprisingly tasty and perhaps... 
by Başak | Oct 18, 2022 | First course |
Turkish Bulgur pilaf: the original recipe of a healthy plate Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 10 mins rest 10 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Bulgur is a wonderful ingredient with an... 
by Başak | Oct 10, 2022 | Side dishes |
Roasted bell peppers: how to roast, skin, store and use them Time: prep. 5 mins roast. 10-30 minsDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Roasted bell peppers are one of my favorite side dishes, without a... 
by Başak | Sep 30, 2022 | Main course |
Easy black bean stew: a soup rich in plant-based proteins Time: prep. 10 mins cook. tot 30 minDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Easy black bean stew is a surprisingly nutrient-rich dish even without... 
by Başak | Sep 20, 2022 | Side dishes |
Zucchini carpaccio: this gourmet side dish is ready in 10 mins Time: prep. 5 mins marinate 5-60 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Zucchini carpaccio is the side dish that surprises everyone: for... 
by Başak | Sep 8, 2022 | Side dishes |
Italian grilled eggplant: easy, tasty and budget friendly Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 20 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Italian grilled eggplant is one of summer’s most beloved side... 
by Başak | Aug 31, 2022 | Desserts, Do It Yourself, Food Awareness |
Blackberry jam: only 3 ingredients and without pectin Time: prep. 10 mins cook. 50 minsYields: easyDosi: 1,2 kgCost: low Summer for many means sun and sea; others prefer to immerse themselves in the hinterland... 
by Başak | Aug 8, 2022 | Side dishes |
Greek salad: packed with nutrients and ideal for summer Time: prep. 10 minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Greek salad is an ideal choice for hot summer days.When it is exhausting to approach the stove, eating... 
by Başak | Aug 1, 2022 | Main course |
Turkish Navy Bean Salad – Piyaz, protein-rich meal for all Time: prep. 5 mins cott. 15-25 – minsDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Piyaz a.k.a. Turkish navy bean salad has no season; it can... 
by Başak | Jul 21, 2022 | Main course |
Pan-fried cheese with mushrooms: tasty with no added oil Time: prep. 5 mins cook. 15 mins totDifficulty: very easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Mediterranean style pan-fried cheese is a recipe for those who want to win... 
by Başak | Jul 10, 2022 | Main course |
Turkish stuffed eggplants: call them if you want Vegan Karniyarik Time: prep. 10 mins baking 40 mins totDifficulty: easyYields: 2 portionsCost: low Karniyarik is one of the summer staples of Turkish cuisine. Beside... 
by Başak | Jul 4, 2022 | Side dishes |
by Başak | Jun 6, 2022 | Main course |
Chilled green lentil soup: refreshing, vegan and rich in iron Time: prep. 15 mins cook. 10/30 mins cool. min 2 hrsDifficulty: very easy Yields: 2 portionsCost : low I should have called it summer soup,... 
by Başak | May 23, 2022 | Desserts |
Sweet potato nice cream, banana free & no machine recipe Time: prep. 15 mins cook. 12 mins (press. cook.) freez. from 2 to 10 hrsDifficulty: easyYields: 4 portions of 2 scoopsCost: low You... 
My name is Başak, food engineer with HACCP specialization. I research the balance of diets, according to their sustainability