granoVita Vegetable Pâté

granoVita makes a range of pâté which would be of interest to me but only this version is available locally. Others are available online only at inflated prices. The consistency is firm and the flavour pleasant enough without being spectacular. I like to add a little home grown cress, lucerne, or kale to make it interesting

Meridian Almond butter

Meridian almond butter does not include and palm oil, which is good. The consistency of the product is sticky and quite runny. Oil tends to float to the top so a good stir before using is required. Like most nuts, this butter is high in protein but equally high in fat although most is monounsaturated fat rich in Omega 6 and Omega 9 oils. This is one occasion when fat is good for you and can help reduce cholesterol as well as providing protein with a pleasant flavour

Meridian Cashew butter

Meridian cashew butter does not include and palm oil, which is good. The consistency of the product is sticky and quite runny. Oil tends to float to the top so a good stir before using is required. Like most nuts, this butter is high in protein but equally high in fat although most is monounsaturated fat so it is quite good for you and has a pleasant taste