Category Archives: Vegetables

Tandoori Bowl & Wraps

Bowl or wrap? Why not both? The building blocks for are inspired by Tandoori Indian flavors, and can be served with rice in a bowl, or with roti or naan wrap. Either way, the flavor and nutrition quotient is through the roof! Cut paneer into small cubes and boil in salted water for about 5ContinueContinue reading “Tandoori Bowl & Wraps”

Crispy Okra – Baked

I love okra in all it forms but this is my favorite preparation. Crispy, nutty and lightly spicy, it’s a perfect side dish. You can flavor it in many different ways – Southwestern spice blend, any Indian spice blend, Asian spice blend and so on. In this recipe I used Tava Fry masala for seasoning,ContinueContinue reading “Crispy Okra – Baked”

Moroccan Buddha Bowl

Recipe Courtesy: Pallavee Amdekar Delicately spiced with quintessential Moroccan flavors, this bowl is a complete meal that satisfies the palate and the eyes. Marinate chicken with cumin powder, harissa, paprika, turmeric, lemon/lime juice for couple of hours. Heat oil in a griddle pan and cook chicken on both sides for 6-7 minutes each till itContinueContinue reading “Moroccan Buddha Bowl”

Ultimate Superfood Pancakes

Moringa & matcha make these pancakes incredibly nutritious, impart a beautiful green color. Both these ingredients are highly potent, with a strong taste and smell. So the trick is to use in the right proportions & mask with other healthy ingredients in a balanced fashion. Moringa oleifera is a plant that is often called the drumstickContinueContinue reading “Ultimate Superfood Pancakes”

Mint Julep Lemonade

This is a perfect summer drink! Enjoy it virgin or with a dash of vodka for a refreshing cocktail. Since you can make a big batch in advance, its perfect for summer parties. Kids and adults can both enjoy their own versions. Prepare mint syrup as follows and let it cool to room temperature beforeContinueContinue reading “Mint Julep Lemonade”

Chocolate-Banana-Avocado Pudding

This quick pudding takes just minutes to whip up. Banana, avocado, walnuts and almond milk mixed with Breakfast Essentials. That’s it! To a Vitamix or Blendtec, add 2 medium sized ripe bananas sliced, 1 ripe avocado chopped, 3/4 to 1 cup milk and 2 packets of Breakfast Essentials rich milk chocolate powder. Start with 1/2ContinueContinue reading “Chocolate-Banana-Avocado Pudding”

Serrano Pepper Chutney

Wet chutneys are a way of preserving food for a few weeks. They are very versatile when it comes to usage, and add a ton of flavor to food. Pair them as an accompaniment with plain steamed rice and flat breads. Or, use them as flavorings in other recipes. The possibilities are endless! The serranoContinueContinue reading “Serrano Pepper Chutney”

Sesame Chilli Buddha Bowl

A feast for the eyes and the taste buds. That’s probably the best way we can describe this bowl. Asian-inspired, it has the goodness of quinoa, brown rice, green beans, carrots, avocado and egg. Use sesame chilli oil as per your taste, dialing the spiciness up or down. Cook brown rice and quinoa simultaneously butContinueContinue reading “Sesame Chilli Buddha Bowl”

Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries (Baked)

Cooking Time: About 45-50 minutes Loaded with the goodness of sweet potatoes, these sauteed and baked fries are a favorite in our home. A special seasoning gives a bit of spicy kick and balances out the sweetness. Peel 2 large sweet potatoes and cut up into medium fry-sized sticks; thicker pieces get mushy when baked.ContinueContinue reading “Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries (Baked)”