Category: Healthy Eating

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With one of the highest consumption rates in the world, Australians love eating meat. We enjoy the taste of red and white meats, and we benefit from the nutritional advantages of animal-based protein. The big meats all have a vibrant industry in Australia, from beef and lamb to pork, chicken,…

Keen on making healthy changes in your life and making a difference at the same time? Why not try the paddock-to-plate diet?

Australia is a diverse land rich in sunshine, wildlife, and agriculture. The red meat and livestock industry contribute heavily to the national economy, and beef is very much king. Despite its relatively small population, Australia is one of the largest beef producers in the world.  There are two main beef…

Capture the spirit of spring with our gorgeous recipe using nutrient-dense cannellini beans with rosemary, prawns and lemon too. It’s a simple dish that you won’t be able to get enough of!

Enjoy meat guilt-free with our tasty chilli beef salad. It’s a healthy and responsible way to eat meat and provides plenty of vitamins and minerals too.

For a tasty introduction to Asian cuisine, try our bok choy and noodle stir fry. It’s a nutritious dish that’s simple to make and will appeal to all the family!

Get a complete protein fix with our vegan chickpea and kale scramble recipe. Not only is it packed with nutritional value, but it’s also super tasty too and will leave you feeling satisfied!

Combine a wealth of exciting flavours with the generous nutritional profile of key ingredients chickpea and avocado, and you have a super tasty salad that packs a powerful punch!

Our baked honey lemon chicken and potatoes is a simple recipe that is super easy to make. Ideal for those busy days, it will satisfy everyone’s appetites!

Evoke the spirit of Mexico in your own kitchen with our delicious rice burritos and guacamole recipe. Not just tasty but delicious too, it’s one for all the family to enjoy!

Relive carefree holidays enjoying delicious food with our Spanish chicken and rice recipe. Packed with nutritious ingredients, it’s healthy and tasty too!

Beetroot is often confined to salads, but it is also a valuable ingredient for lots of other recipes, both savoury and sweet. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals too. There’s vitamins B6, great for brain health, and C to boost your immunity. Beetroot also has high levels of folate for cell…

When your kids come home from school hungry, a smoothie can tick all the boxes. Experiment with different fruits and vegetables, and you’ve got a glassful of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to help keep them healthy. The milk or other dairy products that make up your smoothies also provide generous…

If you’re searching for some new and healthy meal ideas for the family, why not consider a vegetarian stew? It’s an easy way to get lots of vitamins and other nutrients into your family’s diet, and you can add lentils and beans to add bulk and provide protein. As well…

Chilly winter evenings call for warming recipes packed full of veggie goodness with a hint of spice. Even better if they are simple to prepare and will please the whole family! If this is what you’re after, look no further than our recipe for Spicy Winter Veggie and Lamb Tray…

What do we love about chicken? Everything! It’s one of Australia’s most popular meats for many reasons. As well as being a rich source of protein, with 31 grams per 100 grams of chicken, it’s also high in niacin, one of the B vitamins. It helps keep your skin and…

Welcome to a new marketplace for all your fruit, vegetables, fish and meat shopping, bringing freshness and convenience together in a single platform. Local Food Market Co pulls together all the products you need from a wide range of quality food stores, allowing you to shop online from participating food stores…

Zucchini is a versatile and tasty vegetable, perfect as the star ingredient in vegetarian dinners. It’s nutritious, too, packed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It also has plenty of fibre for good digestion. Tempt your family’s tastebuds with our recipes for chickpea and zucchini stir fry, stuffed zucchini gratin and…

The next time you drop by your fruit and veg shop, make sure to include some capsicums in your basket. This versatile vegetable is an excellent ingredient for so many recipes and can be eaten raw or cooked. As well as being tasty, capsicums are full of nutrients, including vitamins…

Did you know that your fruit and veg delivery can supply you with more than just the tastiest local produce? By choosing the contents of your fruit box delivery in the Melbourne area carefully, you can get a boost to your brainpower as well as your taste buds. Many of…

We all need more avocado in our lives! Why not include this nutritious and versatile item on your weekly shopping list and use it in some simple recipes that can give you a health boost while tasting delicious? You may be wondering what’s so special about avocado? One of the…

When was the last time you ate seasonally? We’re so used to the convenience of eating what we want, when we want, thanks to imported fruit and vegetables from all over the world, that we’ve forgotten the joys of eating in season. If you can remember the excitement of eating…

If there’s one thing the current pandemic has taught us, it’s that our health is precious. While we can’t control everything, it’s good to know that boosting our family’s immunity is something we can effortlessly do to protect against disease. The good news is that you can strengthen your immune…