This recipe is ideal for the diet of women over 50 because the lentils and halloumi provide an excellent source of protein. Protein requirements increase with age and should be met as much as possible to keep muscles, cell function and the immune system healthy. Lentils also provide a valuable source of fibre, which can help with digestive problems. A high vegetable content helps to keep the energy balance in balance, as the need for energy decreases with increasing age due to a reduced metabolic rate. Vegetables contain few calories but a high nutrient density and therefore support the energy balance. The olive oil used provides healthy polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are crucial for maintaining healthy blood vessels and the cardiovascular system.

Replace gemelli pasta with fusilli or strozzapetti pasta.

Note that this recipe contains raw or not fully cooked eggs.

To make your own chickpea flour, place 100 g dried chickpeas in mixing bowl and grind 40 sec/speed 10 .

You can steam the corn and onion in the Varoma, instead of grilling it. Place 500 g water into mixing bowl. Place Varoma into position, add corn cobs and onion, secure Varoma lid and steam 20-25 min/Varoma/speed 2 , until corn and onion are tender. Proceed as per recipe.

The heat of the jalapeño pepper lives in the ribs and seeds, remove as desired for less heat.

Replace gemelli pasta with fusilli or strozzapetti pasta.

All components of the salad can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Simply assemble and dress salad, as per step 7, just before serving.

Please refer to Cookidoo® for the Vegetable stock paste recipe.

To use your blade cover and peeler refer to the user manual for instructions on inserting and removing.

Make sure steam can circulate when placing chicken in the Varoma. Ensure some holes remain unobstructed for steam to circulate and allow for even cooking.

Pasta that is cooked al dente is tender but still firm to the bite.

Choose whole young romaine and split in half down the middle, lengthwise.

Waiting time can be used to prepare the vegetables and fruit garnish. Use any leftovers if available.

If serving immediately, stir in 100 g baby spinach leaves.

Quinoa is another fantastic source of protein. Try this dish with healthy omega-3 rich salmon, or our Goat’s Cheese and Caramelised Onion Quinoa Tart on Cookidoo® for a vegetarian option.

Adjust cooking time of pasta according to time indicated on packet.

Serve with a simple mixed green salad, if preferred.

The tart can either be served warm or cool. It will become firmer as it cools.

Go to the Thermomix in Australia YouTube channel to see a video on how to easily remove the arils from your pomegranate in your Thermomix®.

The oil that remains after frying cherry tomatoes is delicious drizzled on toasted sourdough and topped with fresh cheese or avocado, or to season a salad.