Blueberry smoothie, a tasty way of protecting your heart. A significant study by reputed medical universities link berry consumption with improved heart health. Blueberries and strawberries are rich in chemical compounds called anthocyanins. As per the research, anthocyanins lower blood pressure, and they make blood vessels more elastic. (Not medical advise.) I have lost track…
Category: Snacks
Greek Yogurt Berries’ Parfait
Weekday mornings are always rushed for almost everyone, therefore demanding simple breakfast recipes. Here is a quick and healthy recipe of yogurt parfait with homemade low GI granola. Yogurt parfait is layers of yogurt and fresh (or frozen) fruit(s) and then topped with a granola scoop. Store-bought parfaits are unhealthy due to the excessive amount…
Healthy Granola
Granola can be made healthy. It takes no time to prepare granola using rolled oats, sugar-free maple syrup, nuts, olive oil, honey, and craisins, aka dried cranberries. Storebought granola are sometimes overly sweet for me, and many of the brands use ‘unhealthy’ high fructose corn syrup as a sweetening agent. It’s straightforward to bake granola…
Curry Puff Pastry
Hindustan Bakery is the legacy of Pune city located in Maharashtra, India. People stand in a long line to buy their curry puff pastries, especially for the weekend breakfast. I have been a great fan of the puffs since my childhood. Delectable, scrumptious, delicious are all understatements for these flaky, crispy pastries with a savory…
Sprouted Green Bites (NSA)
Sprouted moong green beans are packed with antioxidants and loaded with nutrients. Sprouts offer immense health benefits. It’s the result of catching the shoots (sprouts) during the germinating process. The germinating process breaks down some of the starch, making the percentage of nutrients higher. Green moong beans are used widely across India, and standard preparation…
P3 Kebabs
PPP (P3) Kebabs. No, it’s not OSI layer 2 Point-to-Point Protocol. Thinking of the network protocol’s name for PPP is a classic example of an occupational hazard (when working in the software world). The name of these succulent kebabs is Paneer Peas Pepper kebabs. It’s an experimental recipe that came out very delicious. I used…
Dips that doesn’t go on your Hips!
Dips with veggies and baked lentil chips are a healthy and pretty party food that is not only filling but also incredibly delicious. I came up with this Mediterranean and Indian fusion recipe. Indian style yogurt dip and spinach-cilantro hummus taste scrumptious with baked lentil chips and finely striped cucumber and carrots. Here is the…
Spinach Cilantro Hummus
Hummus is a dip made from cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and blended with tahini (ground sesame seeds sauce), olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. It’s a popular dish in the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern cuisines. I decided to add cilantro and blanched spinach in the recipe to make it more nutritious. INGREDIENTS 2 cups of soaked…
Deconstructed Baked Spring Rolls
Spring rolls, a popular Asian appetizer, are filled with stuffing, rolled in a wonton or spring roll sheet, and (mostly) deep-fried. In this recipe, I baked the spring roll sheets and spooned the veggie filling into those baked cups. If baked in a mini size, it can be a great finger food option for your…
Low G.I. Moon Uttapam
Uttapam is a pancake-like south Indian delicacy. It is a typical dish, but I decided to make it healthier by using millets & red beaten rice instead of white rice. I used foxtail millets, red beaten rice, lentils, and fenugreek seeds to keep the batter’s glycemic index low. Different vegetables such as onions, tomatoes, carrots, cilantro, and…
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