Optimum Nutrition Recipe Library

Almond Butter PancakesEasy, low-carb, high-fat, vegan pancakes which can be whipped up and either frozen or refrigerated until needed. Great for packing away with a few berries and taking to work.

Almond, Hazelnut And Cocoa ButterA natural, sugar-free, homemade chocolate and nut spread. Swirl through coconut yogurt or spread onto nut and seed bread (recipe below). If you can’t find toasted, skinless nuts, simply toast them in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for about 15 minutes until golden, and cool.

Apple And Celeriac Soup With Toasted Nut ToppingA unique soup of fresh celeriac and apple, with a toasted nut sprinkle

Asparagus And Arugula Salad With Toasted Sunflower And Pumpkin SeedsA green salad with soft asparagus, peppery arugula and toasted seeds

Asparagus And Citrus Soup With Lemon Zest Macadamia ToppingA fresh, Spring and Summer-inspired soup of asparagus, lemon, herbs and nuts

Asparagus, Sweet Potato And Walnut SaladA warm salad of sweet potatoes, asparagus, walnuts, fresh leaves and a simple dressing

Asparagus, Zucchini And Leek Soup With Caramelized LeeksA green soup of asparagus, zucchini and leeks, with soft, caramelized leeks on top

Avocado And Quinoa Breakfast Bowls (Quinoa And Avocado)This recipe can be made quickly and easily during a quiet Sunday evening or whenever you’ve got spare time to prep a few breakfasts. It’s great for people who prefer savory dishes in the morning, or like to wait unil the late morning before eating their first meal.

Avocado And Quinoa Salad With Fresh Herb And Lemon DressingAn energizing salad with a small portion of quinoa, creamy avocado and herb dressing

Avocado Hummus (Breakfast Side)A super simple, no-cook recipe to keep stored in the fridge to serve as a side to any savory breakfast recipe for extra fat and fiber. Great as a spread for low-carb crepes or with vegan scrambled eggs.

Black Bean, Corn And Avocado SoupFilling, spicy and Mexican-inspired. Beans and avocado are wonderful sources of fiber. Use fresh beans and corn where you can, but you can absolutely use canned goods too.

Borscht-Inspired Beet SoupA vibrant soup inspired by a Ukranian classic, featuring beets and cabbage

Breakfast Cauliflower Rice BowlsThese bowls can be made the night before a busy morning. I like to make these bowls when I am using cauliflower for my dinner, as it’s easy to simply set some aside and toss it with veggies while I cook dinner.

Broccoli And Almond SoupA simple soup of broccoli, base veggies (onion and celery) and a crunchy almond topping

Broccoli And Grilled Peach SaladA Summer salad with grilled peaches, crunchy broccoli, slivered almonds and a light dressing

Broccoli, Kale And Spinach Soup With Spiced Cashew Topping (Green Nutrient Blast)A nutrient-dense soup containing three kinds of leafy green veggies. Topped with spicy, toasted cashews.

Brussel Sprout Salad With Pistachio Nuts And Red OnionCrunchy Brussels sprouts with pistachio nuts, red onion, and an apple cider vinegar dressing

Buckwheat, Olive, Tomato And Herb SaladA filling salad of buckwheat (gluten free), olives, tomatoes and herbs

Butter Bean, Carrot And Coconut Soup With Dukkah SprinkleA rich, smooth and creamy soup with aromatic dukkah sprinkle. Coconut cream gives a slightly tropical flavor, with carrot providing natural sweetness and color.

Butternut Squash And Ginger SoupA classic, smooth, vibrant-colored butternut squash soup. The ginger adds an extra flavor dimension plus an immune-boosting hit.

Cabbage And Onion SoupA humble soup of cabbage and onion, with sauteed onion and walnut topping

Carrot And Orange SoupA sweet, citrusy and bold-colored soup of carrots and fresh oranges

Cashew And Lemon No-Bake Energy BallsAnother grab-and-go recipe for a quick energy bite in the morning. Great for eating before a morning workout session or during an early commute.

Cauliflower And Broccoli Salad With Turmeric Dressing And CashewsA fiber-rich, Winter-inspired salad of roasted cauliflower, broccoli, cashews and turmeric dressing

Cauliflower And Turmeric Soup With Turmeric-Spiced CashewsA creamy, golden soup of cauliflower and turmeric, with golden toasted cashews spiced with turmeric

Charred Corn And Avocado Salad With Lime DressingA light smokey flavor thanks to the charred corn, with creamy avocado, sharp lime, and fresh greens

Chia And Almond Overnight PuddingChia seeds are a wonderful source of fiber and fat. All you need to do is soak them in liquid overnight so they can hydrate and become soft. This recipe uses almond milk and slivered almonds.

Chickpea And Kale Soup With Fresh Chili And ScallionsA broth-based soup with chickpeas and kale, topped with fresh chili and scallions/green onion

Chickpea Pancakes With AvocadoIf you have a spare moment on a Sunday or weeknight, these chickpea pancakes are easy to whip up and store in the fridge for the week’s breakfasts. Serve with fresh avocado, salt and pepper.

Chilled Avocado SoupA cold avocado soup flavored with citrus and coriander/cilantro. Ideal for hot Summers

Chocolate And Blueberry Overnight OatsA chilled, filling breakfast for chocolate lovers (without the sugar or dairy products). Chia seeds provide a lot of fiber and fat, while blueberries are a great source of antioxidants.

Chunky Butter Bean Soup With Mixed Herb ToppingA filling, chunky soup of white beans and broth, topped with fresh herbs.

Clear Broth Soup With Shirataki Noodles And Mushrooms (Pho-Inspired)This soup is inspired by pho. It consists of a clear, hydrating broth, with shirataki noodles and mushrooms.

Coconut Corn SoupA rich, easy soup of coconut, corn, onion and herbs

Coconut Yogurt And Berry Breakfast Frozen YogurtFrozen yogurt can be enjoyed for breakfast, especially the kind which has zero added sugar, and lots of fiber. This recipe uses coconut yogurt and mixed berries. Great for very hot Summers.

Cold Shirataki Noodle Salad With Peanuts And Lime DressingA cold, Asian-inspired salad with shirataki noodles, peanuts, mint and lime

Cold Zucchini Noodle Salad With Sesame SeedsAn Asian-inspired salad with raw zucchini noodles, carrot, sesame seeds and a tangy dressing No cooking required

Crisp Lettuce, Cucumber, Mango And Radish Salad With Coconut Cream DressingA fresh, crispy salad with sweet mango and a creamy coconut dressing. No cooking required

Dahl-Inspired Lentil Curry SoupAn affordable and high-fiber soup of lentils, tomatoes and spices

Eggplant And Red Onion Salad With Hummus And Fresh HerbsA Greek-inpired salad with roasted eggplant, red onion and a homemade hummus dressing or side condiment

Energy CoffeeWhen you don’t feel like eating breakfast, or it’s simply too early to stomach a meal, you can get your energy hit by sipping an “energy coffee”. This is really a vegan version of the popular keto drink, “bulletproof” coffee.

Falafel Salad With Tahini DressingA falafel-inspired salad with chickpeas, parsley, garlic and tahini dressing No cooking required

Fennel And Snow Pea SaladA crunchy salad with refreshing fennel, snow peas and a raspberry dressing No cooking involved

Fennel Soup With Toasted HazelnutsA refreshing soup of fresh fennel and topped with toasted hazelnuts

Fireblast Tomato And Red Chili SoupA bold soup of tomatoes and fresh red chili for lovers of hot, spicy dishes

Fresh Herb, Green Bean And Avocado SaladA filling salad with lots of fresh herbs, creamy avocado, crunchy veggies and a light citrus and olive oil dressing No cooking required

Garam Masala, Carrot And Bell Pepper SoupA warming, spiced soup of carrots, bell peppers (capsicum) and garam masala

Garlicky Roasted Eggplant/ Aubergine Soup With Sautéed Garlic ToppingA garlic-rich soup of eggplant/aubergine with roasted garlic and herbs on top

Green Bean And Mushroom SoupA great way to use an excess of green beans and mushrooms in this tasty green soup

Green Smoothie PacksFrozen, single-serve packs of green goodness ready to be blended with almond milk for an instant breakfast. While frozen avocados aren’t as delicious as fresh avocados, they’re great for blending into smoothies. Ideal for making use of an abundance of avocados without waste.