Celebrate Christmas in July with this versatile tart, perfect for using up any leftover veggies in your fridge: pumpkin, sweet potato, potato, onions, silverbeet or chard, beetroots—whatever you have on hand! This delightful dish can be enjoyed warm or cold, paired beautifully with a fresh green side salad for a refreshing meal. Yum!
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Christmas
Gingernut Caramel Tart
Posted by Linda Hallo on
This Gingernut Caramel Tart is so quick and easy to make. Perfect for so many occasions and always a hit. Just be careful – you may just keep coming back for more!
Slice it up and add a dollop of double cream to the top for high tea or ice cream for dessert.
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Christmas Pomegranate Pavlova
Posted by Linda Hallo on
This fabulous showstopper of a dessert bursts with flavour, crispy pavlova with a marshmallowy centre topped with Pomegranate Balsamic, whipped cream and finished with more fresh berries and pomegranate arils. Super delicious, and super easy!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
White Christmas Olive Oil Mojito
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Celebrate the holidays with our White Christmas Olive Oil Mojito!
Super easy recipe, just mix honey, coconut cream, lime juice, sparkling water, olive oil, pineapple juice, coconut rum.
Garnish with pomegranate arils and mint, cheers to easy and delicious holiday gatherings! Recipe serves two.
Christmas Fruit Summer Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Our vibrant Christmas Fruit Summer Fruit Salad! Packed with juicy peaches, blackberries, and cherries, it's a refreshing delight. Drizzle with Rich Glen Agrumato Native Citrus Oil, add fresh mint, and it's ready to serve. Perfect on its own or with a dollop of cream or ice cream. Summer's freshest flavours in every bite!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Pear & Pomegranate Christmas Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
This gorgeous salad recipe is bursting with vibrant pomegranate, crisp pear, and crunchy walnuts! This salad will brighten up your holiday table, and liven up a regular weeknight dinner. Enjoy!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Christmas Garlic & Rosemary Nut Mix
Posted by Linda Hallo on
A delicious blend of raw cashews, almonds, and pretzels, coated in a perfect harmony of fresh rosemary, maple syrup, and a touch of garlic-infused olive oil. Easy to prepare and even easier to savour, this oven-baked treat is the ideal companion for gatherings or a satisfying snack any time. Bring along to your Christmas day festivities!
*Nuts will keep in an airtight container in the cupboard for up to 1 week.
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Honey & Lemon Nut Clusters
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Create these easy Honey & Lemon Nut Clusters, with raw cashews, hazelnuts, Rich Glen Lemon Lime Agrumato Oil, honey, and coconut sugar. Quick to make, these delightful clusters are perfect for snacking or gift them for Christmas in a decorative jar.
*Nuts will keep in an airtight container in the cupboard for up to 1 week.
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
No bake Gingernut & Chocolate Slice
Posted by Linda Hallo on
A super simple no bake Gingernut & Chocolate Slice. Even the kids will love helping to make this one! Bring these along to your Christmas day festivities!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Christmas Chocolate Donuts
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Avo & Mango Summer Salsa
Posted by Linda Hallo on
This fresh and delicious Avocado Mango Salsa is sweet and savoury with lots of lime and coriander. Great as an entraining appetiser, or pairs extremely well with our Grilled Chicken recipe as a main meal.
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Refined Sugar Free Ginger Spiced Cookies
Posted by Linda Hallo on
These refined sugar free spiced ginger cookies are an easy treat for the holidays. Made with medjool dates and warming spices like ginger, these delicious spiced cookies are soft and chewy on the inside and slightly crunchy on the outside. A perfect spiced cookie experience.
*Please note, these cookies are not a super sweet, decadent cookie, but rather one that is as close to refined sugar free as possible.
Crispy Herb Roast Potatoes
Posted by Linda Hallo on
These potatoes could be on the menu at your favourite boujee restaurant, say hello to our crispy potato recipe. Everyone will be asking you for the recipe! With an assurance of no leftovers, this dish adds a delectable touch to your Christmas table
Super Green Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Deliciously crunchy and fresh super green salad. A symphony of fresh greens, crunchy seeds, and the golden touch of Rich Glen extra virgin olive oil.
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
*This salad can be made in advance – just add all the greens and place them in an airtight container in the fridge. Keep the dressing in a glass jar in the fridge and then combine everything together when ready to serve.
Crunchy Cashew Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
This Crunchy Cashew asian inspired Salad is perfect on its own, or as a side with chicken or steak. Loaded with cashews, cabbage, coriander and a sweetness of our Olive Blossom Honey. You'll love making this easy recipe!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Chilli Steak Soba Noodle Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Simple, tasty and great for entertaining! This Chilli Steak Soba Noodle Salad is seriously a crowd favourite, serve at your next dinner party, everyone will be asking for the recipe!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Serves 2 as a main meal or 4 as a small meal.
Kathy's Christmas Stuffing
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Cranberries, apricot, almonds and tarragon make for a festive tray bake stuffing perfect for serving with roasted turkey, pork or chicken. Yum.
Stuffing mix recipe by Kathy Smith, recipe images & creation by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition.
Cranberry & Honey Roasted Carrots
Posted by Linda Hallo on
After the perfect side dish for Christmas? Try these roasted honey carrots scattered with almonds and cranberries. A festive favourite!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Brussel Sprout Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
We are loving Brussel sprouts at the moment! There's so many delicious ways to prepare them—roasting, grilling, deep frying... But, one of our favourite ways to prepare the famous sprouts is in a fresh salad. Tossed with a combo of kale, bacon, and pecans, this is the best holiday side for any get-together, most especially your fancy dinner. Enjoy!
Recipe developed by Ros Vodusek & Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition
Christmas Chilli Pumpkin Salad
Posted by Linda Hallo on
Something magical happens to pumpkin when you roast it. It intensifies the sweetness and caramelises beautifully. This gorgeous roasted pumpkin salad will be the star of your Christmas day feast. Featuring creamy goat's cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of our Fiery Chilli oil. Yum!
Recipe developed by Mel, Thrive Wholesome Nutrition.