Enjoying a healthy lifestyle is easy if you have great ingredients plus a few simple bits and pieces, that can help you day-to-day in and out of the kitchen.
I’ve put together some of my favourite no-fuss kitchen gadgets/utensils as well as a few of my go-to ingredients.
For ease and transparency, I’ve linked the products directly to the retailer’s online store and I may receive a small commission
My Kitchen Favourites:
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WAKEcup Reusable Bamboo Straws | Pack of 8 Biodegradable, Environmentally Friendly Drinking Straws | Sustainable, Durable Straw
£12.00 -
WAKEcup Reusable Bamboo Coffee Cup | 420ml/14oz Reusable Travel Mug | BPA Free | Sustainable | eco Friendly Takeaway Cup
£15.00 -
Stone4Slide Thermomix Gliding Board Acrylic White + Mixing Knife Brush
£60.00 -
Stone4Slide Thermomix Gliding Board Acrylic Glass Anthracite
£58.00 -
Stationery Island Chalk Pens D30 3mm Fine Bullet Nib – Dry Wipe Erase White Chalk Markers Pack of 4
£7.99 -
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set of 6
With a silicone base, I love that these bowls don¹t move around when I¹m using them! Plus they¹ve all got lidscolour coded so they match the base; great for storing in the fridge and perfect for leftovers, without clingfilm. £27.99 -
Set of 5 Clip Top Glass Storage Preserving Jars
£19.99 -
Pyrex, Set of 2 Pyrex Dishes with plastic lids Roaster/Storage
£19.00 -
Joyoldelf Premium Kitchen Silicone Spatulas Set of 4 with Hygienic Solid Coating – Made of The Best Steel Core (Gray-Black)
£9.00 -
Glass Teapot with Removable Infuser
£17.00 -
Delonghi 5513214601 Cappuccino Thermo Glasses – Pack of 2
£17.00 -
Cooks Professional Index Chopping Board Set of Four Plastic Folder Style Cutting Boards with Storage Case (Granite Effect)
£20.00 -
Chopping Board Set, BPA Free Plastic Kitchen Cutting Boards with Non-Slip Feet and Deep Drip Juice Groove, Set of 5
These chopping boards grip the work surface and fee really sturdy - great when I¹m working quickly! Plus they¹re fine in the dishwasher to make sure they clean properly after use. £15.99 -
Bosch TWK8633 Styline Collection Cordless Jug Kettle, 1.5 L – Black [Energy Class A]
£65.00 -
Bake-O-Glide STD0660 Non-Stick Reusable Cooking/Baking Liner Roll, Brown, 1 m x 660 mm
£19.00 -
150 Waterproof Chalkboard Labels Reusable Blackboard Stickers on a Roll for Jars
£6.99
A Few Favourite Recipe Ingredients:
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Zaatar Spice Blend 250g
Zataar spice blend is blended of natural herbs and spices to create a popular spice used in the Middle East. Add to chicken and vegetables for a burst of flavour! £3.60 -
Sumac (No Salt) 50g
Sumac without salt, originating in North Africa. This spice is a fantastic tabletop condiment, to be sprinkled on such dishes as salads, baked chicken, hummus, boiled eggs and more to provide that extra zing. £1.13 -
Paprika Smoked 250g
To make smoked paprika, first the peppers are dried and then put into a wood smoker, usually, oak wood is used as it imparts a unique flavour, the peppers are then smoked slowly for days to give them the flavour we all know and love, the smoked peppers are then ground into a fine powder. £3.16 -
Organic Virgin Coconut Oil 1000ml
This particular oil is incredibly healthy, with many beneficial properties. And with undisputed status as the worlds best cooking and baking oil, organic virgin coconut oil will always be one of our very best-selling wholefoods. It's uses are endless, spanning an incredible array of sweet and savoury recipes, as well as homemade health and beauty products. £16.13 -
Organic Shelled Hemp Seeds 500g
These seeds are organic and have been de-shelled. Our organic shelled hemp seeds products are packaged in an airtight foil bag to keep them fresh. Hemp seeds are high in Omega 3, 6, and 9 and great for vegans. £8.94 -
Organic Raw Cacao Powder 500g
This cacao powder is 100% organic and fully raw, retaining all its plentiful nutritiousness. It's great tasty and healthy ingredient to add to cakes, sweet treats, porridge, fruit salads and desserts. Healthier chocolate is the way forward! This product also has not been dutched/alkalised. £5.37 -
Organic Quinoa Grain 1kg
Quinoa is loaded with healthy vegan protein and lots of other healthy attributes. Buying organic quinoa will guarantee you the very best flavour and nutrition, and will bestow your household with a super-handy wholefood, ready for hundreds of homely meals, snacks and other recipes. £5.17 -
Organic Porridge Oats 500g
These gorgeous organic porridge oats are rolled flat and then steel cut to make very fine and super-satisfying end product. In terms of healthy breakfast and snacking ingredients, this slow-release-energy foodstuff is essential. But organic porridge oats are extremely handy for making countless sweet and savoury recipes, including overnight oats, flapjacks, oatcakes, veggie burgers, dumplings, bread and much more. £1.39 -
Organic Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Clearspring) 500ml
This special blend of mild and fruity Dolce di Rossano olives from Calabria with more pungent Coratina olives from Puglia produce an oil that is ideal for salads, sautéing, baking, dressings and dips. £8.25 -
Organic Coconut Chips, Raw 500g
Rich in protein, coconut chips are great on their own as a tasty snack or used in desserts and other recipes. Sprinkle on to fruit, nuts and sweet snacks of virtually any description. These organic gems will provide extra crunch, nutrients and a whole new dimension of flavour with just a simple packet-shake. £3.26 -
Organic Chia Seeds 250g
Chia seeds are rich in precious nutrients, including plenty of amino acids - and incredibly low in calories. And with their amazingly versatile, grindable and gel-forming abilities, chia seeds are invaluable for binding, bulking out and making healthier an incredible range of recipes. Use them to make 'chia eggs', healthier treats, sweet bakes, porridge, pies, pastries, sauces and more! £2.36 -
Organic Beetroot Juice Powder 1kg
Organic beetroot powder is 100% beetroot ground into a powder. It has been produced without the use of pesticides and other chemicals that can often be used to help speed up growth or by adding fillers to the powder to bulk it out. With organic you know exactly what you are getting - 100% organic beetroot powder every time! £34.35 -
Chopped Dates 500g
These top-quality dried chopped dates are a very handy for baking, boosting porridges, cereals, desserts and sweet snacks. Pick some up if you like chewy, mouth-wateringly sweet food that's rich in purely natural, body-friendly sugars. Or if you want a brand new natural confectionery to please yourself and all your friends and family. £2.12 -
Chopped Apricots 250g
Apricots are a richly nutritious, very alkaline food with lots of fibre to boot. Their unforgettable floral aroma suits a huge range of delicious desserts and sweet snacks - but also classic savoury meals: Moroccan stews and spiced Indian rice rishes to name but two. Last but not least, these precious chopped apricots also make an excellent jam. £1.49 -
Ceylon Cinnamon Powder (True) 125g
True Ceylon cinnamon is the purest form of cinnamon you can find hence the term 'True.' It has unbeatable warming flavour that compliments both sweet and savoury dishes. Add to baking and cooking for meals inspired by Indian, North African and Far Eastern cuisine. £2.54 -
Cashew Nuts Whole (Storage Jar) 510g
These naturally sweet nuts are an excellent source of protein and fibre. They can be eaten raw or salted, and are often used in cooking in both sweet and savoury dishes. £9.99 -
Almonds Whole 125g
£1.71Whole almonds are one of the most nutritious nuts in the world - packed with minerals, vitamins, other nutrients and precious healthy properties. There is virtually no end to their sweet and savoury applications, and they will always taste great raw, roasted, soaked, blended or baked into your favourite foods. This really is a must-have wonder-food.