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🍳 Recipe Features
Nutrivio's recipe system combines AI-powered recipe generation, intelligent nutrition analysis, and social features to help you discover, create, and share healthy meals that fit your nutritional goals.
AI Recipe Generation
Generate personalized recipes from available ingredients
Smart Nutrition Analysis
Automatically calculate nutrition per 100g for all recipes
Recipe Collections
Save and organize your favorite recipes
Easy Meal Integration
Convert recipes to meals with one tap
🤖 AI Recipe Generation
Generate custom recipes based on ingredients you have available using our advanced AI system.
How to Generate Recipes
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Access Recipe Generator:
- From Dashboard: Tap the "What to cook?" button
- From Recipes tab: Tap the floating action button
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Input Your Ingredients:
- Type ingredients manually (e.g., "chicken breast, broccoli, rice")
- Use voice input by tapping the microphone icon
- Speak clearly and list ingredients separated by commas
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Set Portion Size:
- Choose number of portions (1-20 people)
- Use the compact number input controls
- Default is 2 portions
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Generate Recipes:
- Tap "Create Recipes" to generate multiple options
- AI analyzes your ingredients and creates 3 unique recipes
- Each recipe includes ingredients, instructions, and nutrition
⭐ Premium Feature: AI recipe generation requires a premium subscription. Free users can view generated recipes but need premium to create new ones.
Recipe Generation Features
- Voice Input: Speak your ingredients instead of typing
- Multiple Options: Get 3 different recipe variations per request
- Nutrition Analysis: Automatic nutrition calculation per 100g
- Detailed Instructions: Step-by-step cooking guidance
- Timing Information: Prep time and cooking time estimates
📱 Recipe Management
Viewing Recipes
Access your recipes through the dedicated Recipes tab with two main views:
- My Recipes: Shows recipes you've liked and saved to your collection
- All Recipes: Browse recipes shared by the community
💡 Navigation Tip: Tap on any recipe title to view the full recipe details in a dedicated screen.
Recipe Cards
Each recipe card displays comprehensive information:
- Title and Description: Recipe name and key details
- Nutrition Summary: Calories, protein, carbs, and fat per 100g
- Timing: Preparation and cooking time estimates
- Collapsible Sections:
- Ingredients list with quantities
- Step-by-step cooking instructions
Search and Discovery
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Search Recipes:
- Use the search bar to find specific recipes
- Search works across recipe titles and ingredients
- Results update in real-time as you type
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Filter by Source:
- My Recipes: Only shows your liked/saved recipes
- All Recipes: Browse community-shared recipes
- Switch between views using the segmented control
❤️ Recipe Interactions
Liking and Saving
Engage with recipes through our social features:
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Like Recipes:
- Tap the heart icon to like a recipe
- Liked recipes are automatically saved to "My Recipes"
- Unlike to remove from your collection
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Track Popularity:
- View like count for each recipe
- See how many times a recipe has been cooked
- Popular recipes appear higher in search results
Sharing Recipes
Share your favorite recipes with friends and family:
- Public Links: Generate shareable links for any recipe
- Social Sharing: Share via SMS, email, or social media
- Deep Linking: Recipients can open recipes directly in the app
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Share a Recipe:
- Tap the share icon on any recipe card
- Choose your preferred sharing method
- Link automatically includes recipe title and nutrition info
🍽️ Converting Recipes to Meals
Easily add recipes to your food diary with intelligent nutrition analysis.
Smart Meal Integration
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Add as Meal:
- Tap "Add as Meal" on any recipe card
- AI analyzes the recipe for accurate nutrition
- Automatically logs to your daily food intake
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Intelligent Analysis:
- Recipe title and nutrition hints are sent to AI for analysis
- AI considers your custom nutrients and allergens
- Returns detailed nutrition breakdown for logging
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Automatic Tracking:
- Cooking count increases when you add recipe as meal
- Helps track recipe popularity and your cooking habits
- Contributes to recipe recommendations
⭐ Premium Feature: Converting recipes to meals requires a premium subscription for AI-powered nutrition analysis.
Nutrition Accuracy
Our AI system ensures accurate nutrition tracking:
- Recipe Context: Uses recipe title and existing nutrition data
- Custom Nutrients: Analyzes for your personalized nutrient goals
- Allergen Detection: Considers your dietary restrictions
- Fallback System: Uses recipe nutrition data if AI analysis fails
📊 Recipe Nutrition
Nutrition Display
All recipes include comprehensive nutrition information:
Calories
Per 100g serving
Protein
Grams per 100g
Carbohydrates
Grams per 100g
Fats
Grams per 100g
Nutrition Benefits
- Standardized Format: All nutrition shown per 100g for easy comparison
- Macro Breakdown: Quick view of calories, protein, carbs, and fats
- Portion Awareness: Understand nutrition density of different recipes
- Goal Alignment: Choose recipes that fit your nutrition targets
🔧 Advanced Features
Recipe Collections
- Automatic Saving: Liked recipes are automatically saved
- Quick Access: View all your recipes in one place
- Persistent Storage: Your collection syncs across devices
- Easy Management: Unlike to remove from collection
Voice Integration
Use voice commands for hands-free recipe creation:
- Ingredient Input: Speak your ingredients list
- English Language: Optimized for English voice recognition
- Error Handling: Clear feedback if speech isn't detected
- Hands-Free Cooking: Perfect for when your hands are busy
Deep Linking
Seamless recipe sharing through smart links:
- Universal Links: Work across all platforms
- App Integration: Open directly in Nutrivio when installed
- Web Fallback: View in browser if app not available
- Rich Previews: Show recipe info in link previews
💡 Best Practices
Effective Recipe Generation
🎯 Pro Tips:
- Be specific with ingredients (e.g., "chicken breast" not just "chicken")
- Include quantities when possible for better results
- Mention cooking preferences (e.g., "healthy," "quick," "low-carb")
- Use voice input for convenience while cooking
Building Your Recipe Collection
- Like Strategically: Save recipes that match your dietary goals
- Try Before Saving: Generate similar recipes to compare options
- Track Your Cooking: Use "Add as Meal" to monitor what you actually cook
- Share Discoveries: Help others by sharing great recipes you find
Nutrition Optimization
- Compare Options: Generate multiple recipes to find the best nutrition fit
- Per 100g Thinking: Use standardized nutrition to compare recipes
- Ingredient Substitution: Modify generated recipes for better nutrition
- Portion Awareness: Adjust serving sizes based on nutrition goals
⚠️ Important: Recipe nutrition is calculated using AI and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods. Use as a guide and adjust portions based on your individual needs.
Getting Help
If you encounter issues with recipe features:
- Contact support at [email protected]