STIR-FRIED AMARANTH QUINOA BOWL Amaranth leaves, also known as Tandljo in Gujarati and Chaurai in Hindi, are abundant in India during the winter season. This leafy green is native to America and is a rich source of protein, manganese, magnesium, iron, and phosphorus.Quinoa, a pseudocereal grain, is considered a superfood due to its high nutritional…
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RAJMA BEETROOT PARATHA
RAJMA BEETROOT PARATHA Beetroot is of exceptional nutritional value, rich in calcium, iron, Vitamin A, and C. It is also an excellent source of folic acid and a very good source of fiber, manganese, and potassium. Rajma (kidney beans), as we know, are rich in protein and healthy fibers. Along with rajma and beetroot, lots…
STRAWBERRY BROKEN WHEAT PUDDING
STRAWBERRY BROKEN WHEAT PUDDING Broken wheat commonly known as Daliya is a nutritious grain that is made by grinding whole wheat into coarse particles. Broken wheat is good source of fiber, iron, vitamins, zinc, copper, magnesium and antioxidants. Its comparatively easy to digest and promotes good gut health. Broken wheat can be used in many…
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI CAKE
CHOCO ZUCCHINI CAKE A cake is a sweet food made by baking a mixture of flour, sugar, butter/oil and eggs in an oven. There are many variations in making a cake. Eggless, flourless, without oven and many more. I have prepared chocolate flavour cake with zucchini and wheat flour. Preparation time: 10 minutesBaking time: 40…
QUINOA SALAD
QUINOA SALAD Quinoa is a Pseudocereal grain crop grown for it’s edible seeds. These seeds are what we called Quinoa pronounced as Keenwah. It’s usually grouped with cereal grains like oats, barley but Quinoa actually is pseudocereal grain, they are seeds that cooked and eaten similarly to grains. Buckwheat and Amaranth is also pseudocereal grains….
CARROT TOFU PARATHA
CARROT TOFU PARATHA Tofu is a food which is prepared by curdling soy milk and pressing it to form a solid white block. It is also known as Bean Curd in English, originated in China and has been consumed from over 2000 years. Tofu is rich source of protein and minerals like calcium and iron….
SPINACH CORN RICE
SPINACH CORN RICE Spinach Corn Rice is healthy and delicious Indian rice plate which is delicately spiced. This vegan and glutenfree rice is made with spinach,corn and whole spices and can be prepared quickly. Though this rice is mildly spiced, it still tastes scrumptious. This iron rich rice is a meal in itself, you wan’t…
ROASTED CHIWDA
ROASTED RED POHA CHIWDA Chiwda or Chewda is fried Indian snack which is popular in Gujarat and Maharastra, usually prepared with Poha (flattened rice flakes), peanuts and roasted gram (dalia) but here I have prepared a healthy version of Chiwda. First of all, I have roasted everything instead of frying. Secondly I have replaced white…
GHEE KELA ( CARAMELISED BANANA)
GHEE KELA(CAREMELISED BANANA) Ghee kela is very quick recipe and basically prepared in Gujarati households. Especially when kids don’t like certain veggies in lunch, ghee kela becomes the saviour. This can be served as dessert or as a side dish too.This delicious dish has health benefits. As we know banana has various nutrients which makes…
FARFALLE PASTA SALAD
FARFALLE PASTA SALAD Farfalle are a type of pasta commonly known as bow-tie pasta or butterfly pasta. The name is derived from the Italian word farfalle which means butterflies. Farfalle pasta are usually served with creamy sauces in pasta salads with vegetables or with tomato sauce too.I prepared this salad using refreshing pesto dressing, farfalle…
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