Breakfast breads are a family favorite in our house, with banana bread being on top of the list. This is a great way to add veggies and fruits in our diets. I make sure these breads are packed with nutrition by using healthy ingredients without compromising on the deliciousness! Have you tried my Flaxseed Banana… Continue reading Spiced Carrot Walnut Bread
Dopyaza means double the amount of onions – this preparation uses a lot of onions and aromatic whole spices to deliver a mouth-watering delicacy! I have always been a big fan of any type of dopyaza, my favorite being Kathal (jackfruit) dopyaza! I love growing vegetables in my garden and look forward to this… Continue reading Cucumber Dopyaza/Curry
Are your kids picky eaters? We as parents play an integral role in making good food choices and teaching them healthy eating habits. Trying to figure out what to cook for them that will make them clean their plates and provide proper nutrition is not an easy task. My girls are picky eaters so I am… Continue reading Zucchini Chocolate Chips Power Muffins
Green moong (Mung Bean) is a super food that is packed with nutrients and is a rich source of fiber. It is a powerful source of vegetarian protein and becomes even more nutritious in sprouted form. I sprout green moong on a regular basis and love to eat them as a salad, in a stir-fry… Continue reading Moong Paneer Curry – Mung Bean with Indian Cottage Cheese
Rava upma is a popular, savory Indian breakfast, especially in Southern India. It is a quick under 30 minutes meal that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Rava is also called semolina, sooji or cream of wheat. Cream of wheat is fortified with vitamins and minerals. It is rich in iron and calcium. I… Continue reading Vegetable Rava Upma – Cream of Wheat with Vegetables
Wishing you all a very Healthy, Prosperous, and Happy New Year! Hope your New Year is off to a great start and you are on top of your resolutions! One of my resolutions this year is to eat healthier and stay more connected with my family and friends. I would like to thank all of… Continue reading Vegetarian Chili
Carrots are a family favorite in my house so I usually buy them in bulk. I was thinking of trying something new to make with the big bunch I got last week. I make banana bread all the time ….so decided to try the carrot version of it and that’s how I came up with Carrot… Continue reading Carrot Nut Bread
Looking for some healthy, quick and easy snack option for kids? I make these flaxseed and oats laddoos that are perfect for a healthy snack or to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings!! These energy balls are packed with proteins, omega 3 and fiber. Flaxseed and Oats are very popular these days and are consumed in… Continue reading Flaxseed, Oats and Peanut Butter Laddoos
Green veggies and my kids don’t mix very well! I have to come up with creative ways to sneak in vegetables in their meals. Broccoli has always been the hardest to incorporate in their diet. After few trials and errors, I have finally created a recipe that was a big hit with the kids and… Continue reading Broccoli Paneer patties
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