Megan Futcher
Hello, I’m Megan Futcher, founder of LottiBeans, home to nourishing bean and vegetable forward recipes that are honest, real and approachable.
I’m a recipe creator and food storyteller. I’m inspired by beans of all kinds, pantry staples and fresh seasonal produce. A turn towards good health after a lifetime of bad eating, has seen me enjoying more vegetables, simple plant proteins and carefully chosen whole grains. Over time I’ve naturally moved towards eating meat less often and ultra processed food hardly at all. Seeing vegetables and beans as the star of a recipe has me rethinking how I cook and wanting to share it all.
This is my food journal and now yours. Enjoy!
About me?
I’m a classically trained chef, recipe creator and food storyteller. My food is inspired by beans, pantry staples, seasonal produce and whole grains. I have a deep appreciation for the ways food and eating shape history, culture and people.
When I’m not testing and writing recipes, you can find me out hiking, reading old cookbooks and volunteering with Girl Guides. I live in Perth, Western Australia with my husband and daughter.
Featured Recipe
Chocolate Chickpea Slice
I keep a few pieces of this healthier, no-bake chocolate slice stashed in the fridge, ready for sweet tooth cravings. Humble plant protein, fibre rich wholegrains and a bit of sweetness make up the base, which lends itself so well to ingredient switches. Almond and peanut butter are rich and earthy, but why not try a nutty seed butter instead. And of course honey can be added in place of maple syrup. Topping combinations are endless too and if you prefer sweeter milk chocolate to the bitter dark stuff, go right ahead. Wholesome, moreish and delightfully simple. Yum!
Latest Recipies
Marry Me Beans
My Marry Me spin-off is vegetable forward and happens to be vegan, both wins in my kitchen and among friends.
Leeky Beans
Leek and beans cooked until soft and mellow. Quick comfort food doesn’t get any better than this.
Ratatouille Pasta Sauce
Zucchini, red capsicum, aubergine and tomato cooked into a vibrant roasted vegetable tomato sauce, add cannellini beans for extra hidden goodness.
Roasted Vegetable Tomato Sauce and Pasta
Toss this vibrant hidden vegetable tomato sauce through pasta for your next plant powered family dinner.
Veggie Nuggets
Crispy, yet soft on the inside and lightly seasoned, these veggie nuggets tick all the right texture and flavour boxes.