This is the easiest thing you will ever make. And it is so good for a snack on its own or even with a bit of cheese – oops not vegan sorry – or on a biscuit for lunch. Another option is to serve this on a fancy platter when you're hosting a get together with your friends to discuss the next hiking trip. This vegan salami is so versatile, and it only has two ingredients, apricots and pistachios. For a richer, nutty flavour roast the pistachios, but this step is not necessary. All you need is a little preparation and bingo, you have a treat in this dish. I wish I could take credit for this one but unfortunately not, check Trail recipes out for some super delicious treats.

At home preparationRoast the pistachio nuts for about 8 to 10 minutes in an oven at around 160 °C for a fan forced oven or around 180 °C in a conventional oven. Let the nuts cool, then pulse in a food processor for about a minute. Remove from the food processor and put aside. Chop the apricots into smaller pieces and put into a food processor and blend for a few minutes until it forms a ball, or a sticky paste. Break this mass apart and add the

chopped nuts. Pulse the nuts and apricots together until the nuts are mixed through. Cut this mass into three sections and with your hands roll them out to a salami shape. Cut some greaseproof paper and roll around the salami, place in the fridge to set for about 1 or 2 hours till firm. Vacuum seal the salami or place in a zip-lock bag.

Method at campSlice off a portion and eat as a snack or serve with cheese and a biscuit.

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Oh this dish is so good; I can’t get enough of this one. I have made it a few times now to be sure it works. So let’s talk about the health benefits of some ingredients in this dish. Chia seeds have a good amount of omega 3 fatty acids – the good essential fat – and they are high in fibre, protein and lots of minerals and antioxidants. There is not a huge amount of flavour in them alone but it is what you do with them that counts. Coconuts are a functional food, and they are the most nutritional fruit of all fruits containing lots of amino acids – the building blocks for protein, iron and fibre. Almonds contain good fats, fibre, protein, antioxidants and minerals such as magnesium. And finally, plums are full of vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants – they are good for you. Freeze dried plums can be bought through an online shop called Tastebom, they are expensive but a little goes a long way. Wow this dish has everything you need for recovery of muscles after a long hard day on the track, it is so easy to make and tastes so good. Why wouldn’t you try this dish, go on try it.

At home preparationPlace all the ingredients in the bag. Copy the method at camp and keep together with the bag.

Method at campPlace the contents of Bag 1 in a cup or bowl and add the water stirring thoroughly. Let sit for a minimum of 20 minutes then serve.

Bag 1 (Plum & chia pudding)

Water - ¼ cup

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