Amid the chaos of the coronavirus, the overarching nutritional message has consistently been to strengthen one’s internal defences.
When it comes to any form of infection, ultimately it’s the immune system that will have to do work of destroying it and cleaning up the internal aftermath.
So without further ado, I bring you the main nutrients for immunity.
Roast veg & sundried tomato pasta
Perfect for using up leftover veggies and to add extra nutrients, this roasted veg and sundried tomato pasta dish is the kind that’s easy to make and almost impossible to get wrong.
Read morePeanut butter veggie stew - the perfect batch cook dish
Peanut butter may sound like an odd choice to include but actually it’s a common ingredient in African cooking. It adds creaminess and sweetness without overwhelming the dish, a little bit like adding sour cream would.
It’s an all-around tasty dish that’ll keep you fuelled all week long.
Superfood kale & cashew pesto
Pesto is a mighty fine way to add nutrients to food.
This combination of kale and fresh herbs adds flavour and supercharges this dish with tonnes of nutrients.
Beef, broccoli & cashew stir-fry - 10-minute recipe
This beef, broccoli and cashew stir-fry is full of nutrients thanks to the 3+ portions of veg but it’s also big on flavour owing to ginger, garlic and spring onion. Tamari adds hints of umami whilst the cashews contribute crunch and sweetness.
It’s an all-around satisfying dish that’s also healthy, speedy and tasty.