Follow this easy falafel recipe for crispy, golden falafel patties full of vegan protein goodness from chickpeas. Pair these with some pita, hummus and veggies, or include in a mezze platter for a fun, wholesome snack or meal.
Smooth as silk, enticing smoky flavor and utterly delicious – Baba Ghanoush is a truly versatile dip originating from Lebanese cuisine. Add it to your mezze plater or simply pair it as a dip for veggie sticks or pita pockets. In Arabic, Baba stands for “father” and Ghanouj stands for “spoilt or pampered”, and the…
Hearty, tangy, delicious – Shakshuka truly embraces the richness of eggs poached in a spiced tomato-onion sauce. Originating from Middle East and North Africa, it’s paired with pita or bread loaves to make it a wholesome breakfast or a laid-back brunch. What is Shakshuka? One of my favorite ways to relish eggs, Shakshuka consists of…
Who doesn’t love a good wholewheat ragi banana bread! Moist, cake-like bread loaf that’s easy to bake and super healthy too. Pairs beautifully with your evening cuppa and makes for a guilt-free dessert snack! If you know me or have been a reader here for a while, you must be aware of my enthusiasm for…
A delicious, easy marinara sauce recipe to twirl your favourite pasta in, with goodness of tomatoes and oodles of flavour. Make this in advance and change to arabbiata or putanesca sauce as per your convenience. Just add cooked pasta in for a quick meal fix. Ever since my Italy trip earlier this year, I’ve been…
Squid ink pasta in a creamy, citrus-y base with capers & spinach to elevate your pasta experience, albeit in a healthy and wholesome manner. Adapted from the authentic Italian seaside villages collectively called Cinque Terre, the unique yet simple ingredients come together to pack quite a flavour punch – try it to believe it! Pasta…
A unique meat-free alternative to traditional biryani, Jackfruit Biryani or Kathal Biryani deliciously combines raw jackfruit, Basmati rice and spices. Known as Panasakaya Biryani in Andhra, the distinctive amalgamation of aromas and textures makes this dish immensely appetizing. Serve with raita and savor on a lazy weekend with the family. All About Jackfruit Biryani I…
Sweet yet spicy, tangy, earthy, delicious – Mango Pulissery is a dream come true for mango-lovers who will love mangoes in their meal as well! Above all, this quick and easy preparation with ripe mangoes and yogurt is an ideal example of healthy South Indian cooking. Pair with steamed rice and experience the magic on…
Soft, spongy, deliciously melt-in-your-mouth – these millet pancakes are all that. What if I tell you these healthy pancakes can mean guilt-free indulgence too, especially if mind your portions? Thanks to the use of finger millet and pistachio butter, pancakes are packed with nutrition, and so utterly scrumptious that you’ll repeat them every morning. Not…
Whole wheat spaghetti in a creamy, homemade pesto sauce. But hey, how does a fitness & healthy food blogger make so much pasta? Pasta is so unhealthy, no? Well, pasta can be healthy too, if you balance it wisely and track the calories according to your intended macros for the day. Like this dish full…