Thursday, 30 August 2018

Penne Pasta with Avocado Pesto A Creamy, Healthy Twist


Enjoy a creamy, healthy twist on traditional pesto with this Penne Pasta with Avocado Pesto recipe. Perfectly smooth and packed with flavor, it’s a quick meal! This Penne Pasta with Avocado Pesto brings a creamy, fresh twist to your usual pesto pasta. The rich, velvety texture of ripe avocado blends perfectly with the traditional pesto ingredients, creating a lighter yet equally flavorful alternative. Perfect for a quick dinner or a light lunch, this recipe is both satisfying and healthy, offering a burst of flavors in every bite! I can't believe it is the last day of #AvocadoAugust! I have had so much fun coming up with these recipes that I seriously want to do it again!

Tuesday, 28 August 2018

No-Bake Avocado Cheesecake A Creamy, Healthy Twist on Dessert


This No-Bake Avocado Cheesecake is a delightful and refreshing twist on the classic dessert. With a rich, creamy texture from ripe avocados and a smooth, velvety finish, this cheesecake is both decadent and healthier than traditional versions. The best part? No oven required! Perfect for a summer treat or any occasion where you need a cool, satisfying dessert without the extra fuss. Make your favourite all time cheese cake recipe healthy-ish by adding avocado. It's almost coming to an end, this #AvocadoAugust month and I cannot believe a whole month has just swooped by! Sniff! Sniff! What an amazing journey it has been! It's crazy that I have only cracked the tiny top of the gazzilion ways to use avocado in your everyday life. 

Saturday, 25 August 2018

Chocolate Avocado Truffles A Guilt-Free Indulgence


Craving something sweet yet healthy? These Chocolate Avocado Truffles are rich, smooth, and satisfyingly decadent, all without the guilt. Made with ripe avocados, dark chocolate, and natural sweeteners, they’re a perfect treat for health-conscious dessert lovers. Ideal for gifting, snacking, or impressing guests, these truffles prove that indulgence can be wholesome too! I love chocolate and I cannot lie! I feel like I should sing that song while biting into these chocolate avocado truffles! Just perfect for the last week of my #AvocadoAugust theme. Avocado is proving to be a very versatile fruit that has found its way into yummy desserts, an excuse to indulge in decadent chocolate. Truffles originated in the region of Savoie in Chambery, France. My dream destination! A chocolate truffle is a confectionary that is traditionally made with a chocolate ganache center coated in chocolate, cocoa powder or chopped toasted nuts which include coconut, hazelnuts and almonds.

Thursday, 23 August 2018

Herb-Crusted Avocado-Stuffed Chicken Breasts


Looking for a protein-packed dinner that’s bursting with flavor? These Herb-Crusted Avocado-Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a game changer. Tender, juicy chicken is coated in a savory herb crust and filled with creamy avocado, creating the perfect balance of crispness and creaminess in every bite. Ideal for a weekday meal or an elevated dinner at home, this recipe is healthy, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to make. Ever looked at food and you wish you could just freeze it up so you can always look at it and admire it? Well,  I did, this amazing chicken, for a few seconds anyway, then I devoured it! Yap, that's how delicious this herb crusted, pan fried chicken breast was. Chicken should never be boring, whether cooking for one or the whole family. I love how amazing chicken always is no matter which style of cooking you decide to use. It being #AvocadoAugust of course Avocado had to feature in. I didn't want just to make a chicken avocado salad, I wanted something amazing! And amazing it was! I used my homemade Italian dressing to get that crunchy crust on the outside while the inside was moist sang juicy. Who knew chicken and avocado could be such an amazing combo!
© Nairobi Kitchen
Maira Gall