Category Vegan

Masur Pullav – Lentil Biryani

One of my friends makes this dish in a very special way with an authentic flair. I have adopted the simple version.  The recipe uses lentils which are full of valuable nutrition like protein, iron, and B Vitamins.  They also help…

Masala Chickpeas- Chole

Masala chickpeas Preparation Time: 30 Minutes Serves: 4 Recipe Type: Gluten Free, Vegan, Anti-Oxidants Ingredients: 1    Can Chickpeas 1    Medium Onions, minced 1    Medium Tomatoes, chopped Green Chili Salt to taste Ginger to taste Garlic to taste 1    Tbsp Coriander…

Okra Sabji

Okra is a very healthy vegetable.  It is also known as “lady finger” or “gumbo.”  It is a highly nutritious pod vegetable that is grown in the tropical and warm regions of the world.  The plant bears many dark green…

Bhel Puri

One of my favorite chaat is Bhel Puri. The best ones I’ve found are sold by street vendors at their stalls.  It is a very famous push cart food in India. It is similar in style to America’s food trucks. …

Oatmeal with Dates

Oatmeal with Dates & Walnuts from bonapetit.com Recently, I have been trying new food groups which is a good tradition and good for you. I am finding everywhere that what was once old is now new again.  Not long ago,…

Cilantro Chutney

Cilantro Chutney Cilantro is also known as coriander leaves. It is commonly used in our daily cooking has many health benefits. Dry coriander seeds are used in everyday cooking, but coriander leaves are known to lower blood sugar by stimulating the…

Fabulous and Easy Apple Pie

This recipe is from an apple farm in the San Luis Obispo, CA area. I like to use Golden Delicious, but you can choose your favorite pie apples.  The best part is that the top is a crumble and not…

Mint Julep Grape Juice

Cool off this summer with fresh refreshing, healthy drinks full of antioxidants and vitamins. Everyone loved this drink at my first cooking class at Clabber Girl Cooking School in Terre Haute, IN. What a surprise it was to me when…

Fresh Fruit Juice Cocktail

Fresh juice is always healthy and refreshing.  The goodness of grapes, pineapple, oranges and pomegranate in a cocktail is one I always cherish. It goes very well with our Chaat, savories and snacks.  Usually when I have a lot of…

Garlic & Sesame Spinach

Photo courtesy of Food Network Toss Spinach in hot, garlicky oil for a cleansing and delicious dish. Cooking Difficulty Level: Easy Cooking Preparation Time: 10 Minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1    Tsp Olive Oil 1    Clove Garlic, pressed 1    Lb. Spinach Leaves Salt &…

Jumbo Garden Potatoes with Broccoli

Photo courtesy of Healthy Meals in Minutes Here’s a delicious way to get both your starch and your vegetables in one! Cooking Difficulty Level: Medium Cooking Preparation Time: 1 hour & 30-45 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2    Large Potatoes 1    Cup…

Lemon Zest Banana Bread

Banana bread is simple to make and great to have around for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack. Baking Difficulty Level: Medium Preparation & Baking Time: 1 1/2 hours  Serves: 8 Large Slices Ingredients: 1 3/4 Cups Flour 2…