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Award-winning food writer Natalie Seldon is set to change the way we look at the humble nut and seed for good…

With plant-based proteins predicted by industry experts as one of the hottest food trends of 2017*; we will be seeing a lot more nuts and seeds in the world of food this year. Nuts and seeds are gluten, wheat and dairy free so their appeal is clear. Contemporary eateries such as Grain Store, Berber & Q and Deliciously Ella’s The MaE Deli have already clocked onto their ever-increasing popularity, offering vegetarian protein sources as standard fare and many more establishments look set to follow in their footsteps.

But the hype surrounding nuts and seeds is more than just another ‘clean-eating’ food fad. These nutritional powerhouses can help maintain a healthy heart, support your immune system, give you glowing skin and keep your brain in top condition. They are sustainable, readily available and most importantly, taste great.

Full of sumptuous recipes that are both indulgent and nourishing, The Goodness of Nuts & Seeds is a stunning collection of recipes in which Natalie Seldon cleverly demonstrates how to introduce these nutrient-rich heroes with minimum fuss. Natalie believes we need to reassess the way we consume nuts and seeds at home and encourages us to celebrate their versatility, using them as the basis for as many of our everyday meals as possible.

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