Discover Muhammara — your new favorite dip obsession. This hearty, vibrant Middle Eastern spread bursts with roasted red pepper, walnut, and pomegranate flavors that balance sweet, smoky, and tangy notes in every bite.
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Warm up with this cozy Fall Nourish Bowl — packed with roasted veggies, quinoa, and creamy hummus for the ultimate autumn comfort meal. Nutritious, hearty, and full of seasonal flavor!
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Crispy, healthy, and kid-approved! Air fryer carrot fries are the perfect guilt-free snack packed with nutrients and flavor. Discover why they’re a must-try today!
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Discover the rich traditions and health benefits of black-eyed peas in this fresh New Year salad. Learn how this nutritious legume brings luck and flavor to your table while supporting a healthy lifestyle.
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Discover a fresh take on hearty veggie barley soup! Packed with vibrant, nutrient-rich vegetables, this homemade version brings comfort and flavor without the heaviness. Perfect for cozy days or when you’re craving a healthy, feel-good meal.
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Turn mealtime struggles into a win with this clever veggie-packed pasta sauce that even my picky eaters loved—delicious, nutritious, and totally hidden!
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Discover a refreshing and nutritious Lentil Salad perfect for summer! Packed with vibrant vegetables and fresh herbs, this dish is both delicious and healthy. Learn about the health benefits of bell peppers, cucumbers, red onions, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mint. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, and light meals.
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Delight in the comforting and flavorful Tindora Bataka nu Shaak, a timeless dish featuring tender tindora (ivy gourd) and potatoes cooked with aromatic spices. This nutritious delicacy brings the genuine taste of traditional Indian cuisine to your table, ideal for savoring with rotis, rice, or on its own.
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Discover the perfect summer salad with this Mango Blackberry Salad featuring Honey Lime Dressing. A refreshing blend of sweet mangoes, tart blackberries, and crunchy pistachios on a bed of butter lettuce. Quick, easy, and nutritious!
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Indulge in the cozy comfort of warm chia pudding, a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option. Made with nutrient-rich chia seeds, almond milk, and a touch of natural sweeteners, this creamy treat is perfect for a chilly morning. Customize with your favorite toppings for a delightful start to your day!
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Explore the colorful world of Moong Sprouts Salad, adorned with vibrant mangoes, dragonfruit, and yellow bell peppers. Discover its health benefits and variety of flavors, all complemented by a tantalizing chaat masala dressing.
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Discover this amazing Miso Glazed Eggplant; my version of Nasu Dengaku. Dive into the delicious combo of tender eggplant and savory miso for a flavor-packed experience that’s sure to impress!
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This delicious Rainbow Tofu Bowl is the latest buzz in our household. Packed with nutrient-rich veggies and protein-packed tofu and quinoa, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whip it up in no time for a nourishing and satisfying meal that celebrates the beauty of nature’s bounty.
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Indulge in the cozy comfort of a timeless favorite with this Leek, Potato, and Pea Soup. Let each spoonful transport you to a world of warmth and flavor. Embrace simplicity and nourishment in every bowl.
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Hearty and wholesome Dal Palak (Spinach Dal), lightly spiced, makes a great comforting meal and is a seasonal favorite. It’s also a classic source of plant-based proteins, especially in the diets of vegetarians and vegans.
Discover the irresistible comfort and nutritional richness of Palak Dal, a beloved staple in Indian cuisine. Packed with protein-rich split urad dal and nutrient-dense spinach, this dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also evokes cherished childhood memories and brings families together.
Let’s dive into the delicious world of Palak Dal. This is a dish that’s not just about flavor; it’s about the warmth of home and the nostalgia of childhood. If you grew up in an Indian household, chances are Palak Dal made an appearance on your dining table. Each bite serving up a hearty dose of comfort and tradition with every spoonful.
Palak Dal isn’t just a dish; it’s a connection to your roots, a taste of home no matter where you are. It’s the dish your mom made when you were feeling under the weather, the dish that always brought the family together around the dinner table. Picture this: creamy split urad dal mingling with vibrant green spinach, all cooked up with a blend of spices that make your taste buds dance. This dish has been warming bellies and bringing smiles for generations, and it’s not hard to see why.
Now, let’s break it down. First up, we’ve got split urad dal. This stuff is like nature’s protein powerhouse, perfect for all you vegetarians and vegans out there. It’s got the goods to help your muscles repair and grow, and it’s great for keeping your energy levels steady throughout the day.
But wait, there’s more! Urad dal is also packing some serious fiber, which means it’s doing wonders for your digestion and keeping you feeling full and satisfied. Plus, it’s got a low glycemic index, so it’s not messing with your blood sugar levels like some other foods might.
Spinach, or Palak is the other main ingredient. It’s a nutrient-packed superhero in its own right. Loaded with vitamins A, C, and K, and iron, spinach is full of antioxidants and phytonutrients to strengthen your body.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro in the kitchen or a newbie looking to expand your culinary horizons, Palak Dal is a dish that’s sure to win you over. So the next time you’re feeling hungry, why not give it a try? Your taste buds and your body will thank you for it!
Delight your taste buds with our Crispy Purple Cabbage, Edamame, and Brown Rice Glazed Teriyaki Bowl! Experience the satisfying crunch of cabbage, the pop of edamame, and the wholesome goodness of brown rice, all dancing in the flavorful embrace of teriyaki-glazed eggplant and mushrooms. A delightful twist to add a plant-powered flair to family meals.
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Nutty and sweet, these Pistachio Date Truffles are the perfect snack for any time of the day! A quick, easy, and family-friendly recipe that promises pure bliss in every bite. Elevate your snacking game effortlessly.
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Discover the magic of Rustic Veggie Bake – where vibrant flavors, aromatic herbs, and fresh veggies collide. Prepare it ahead for intensified, mouthwatering goodness.
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Discover the essence of South Indian cuisine with our Tomato Chutney recipe. Tangy and aromatic, this versatile condiment adds a burst of flavor to your meals while preserving the rich culinary heritage of the region.
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Indian cuisine is renowned for its vibrant and diverse flavors, and one dish that beautifully embodies this culinary richness is Cabbage Peas nu Shaak. This delectable Gujarati recipe combines the humble cabbage and peas with a harmonious blend of spices, creating a dish that is both comforting and flavorful.
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This Vegan Thai Red Curry will make you think you’ve brought the restaurant home. Delicious, versatile, and finger licking good, every bite will have you wanting more.
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Make the best coffee smoothie with instant coffee! This delicious smoothie is a simple recipe with just four ingredients that makes the perfect morning boost or post workout snack.
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Bright, silky Lemon Curd Tart with an Almond Flour Crust that is sweet, sour, crunchy, and creamy. It’s the perfect bite for dessert, tea, or coffee.
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These Cauliflower Steaks with Hummus Dressing are simply seasoned with a balsamic marinade and making them absolutely delicious. Tender and packed with flavor, the pomegranates add a but of crunch, the hummus adds a bit of tang. It makes the perfect vegetarian meal or side dish.
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A delicious and nutritious Roasted Vegetable Barley Bowl filled with barley, arugula, hummus, a variety of veggies including asparagus and blistered tomatoes, all topped with a sprinkle of chili flakes for just a little heat. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Aloo Shimla Mirch Sabzi is an Indian stir fry made with potatoes and bell peppers. Generally a dry dish with a variety of spices, you can serve it for lunch or dinner with roti or dal.
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The year 2022 has been very eventful for us. We’ve had lots of travel, covid, a kitchen renovation, and so much more. Crafting and creating has been challenging but fun nonetheless in all of these environs. So here are my top 15 recipes that were the most popular this past year. I’m so happy you enjoyed them as much as me!
I wish all of you a healthy and Happy New Year as you read the top 15 from this year based on reader reviews and responses. I hope to continue growing and sharing my love of cooking with you in 2023. Here are the top 15 recipes of 2022.
Sprouted Moong Beans Sabzi Gujarati Style
Growing up, my Mom would make Moong Bean Sprouts Sabzi often. My brother and I weren’t the biggest fans (though a big part was that we wanted American food like the rest of our friends, not DBRS (Dar Bhaat Rotli Shaak) everyday.
Now as an adult, I see that Mom was making one of the healthiest plant proteins out there to make sure her kids got their nutrition. And now I’m doing the same. Maybe not as a child, but definitely as an adult I love this sabzi. Super simple to make, in less than 10 minutes, a depth of flavor from various spices, and packed with a powerhouse of nutrients, it’s a win win!
Pistachio Pudding Bundt Cake
A simple bundt cake that is moist, light, fluffy, and a little crunchy. Fresh ground pistachios in the cake with some more drizzled over the top of a beautiful sugar glaze, this Pistachio Pudding Bundt Cake is beautiful to look at and divine to eat.
Roasted Rainbow Veggies
Roasting vegetables is one of my favorite ways to eat any vegetable. Having several different colors and cooking them together is the best in my book! You get plenty of vitamins and minerals and the different colors are just so pretty to look at! These Roasted Rainbow Veggies are the perfect way to serve your veggies for adults and kids, making them fun, easy, and healthy.
Mango Lassi Loaf Cake
Light, moist, and elegant loaf that tastes like Mango Lassi and is made without butter and eggs.
Lemon Chickpea Orzo Skillet
An effortless one skillet vegan recipe filled with sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, chickpeas, spinach, grilled lemon slices, and of course orzo! Simple, healthy ingredients that come together quickly for a perfect weeknight meal, this Lemon Chickpea Orzo Skillet is a dish that everyone can enjoy!
Teriyaki Tofu Noodle Bowl
Crispy, sweet, and salty bites of tofu paired with sauteed bright broccoli on a bed of rice noodles. It can’t get any better than this. Filled with protein, this Teriyaki Tofu Noodle Bowl is perfect for a weeknight dinner or lunch prep.
Blackened Fish Tacos with a Garlic Sriracha Aioli
BBQ season is for grilling and though I love making the traditional burgers and hot dogs, I wanted to get away from the usual and do something different. These Blackened Fish Tacos are perfect with a Garlic Sriracha Aioli. A flavorful rub, crunchy carrot and cabbage slaw, the aioli to cool things down a bit and the jalapeños to add just a kick at the end of each bite is the perfect summer combination for me.
Couscous Arancini
Arancini is quite possibly one of the best things anyone could have created! Creamy, cheesy, fried balls dipped in warm marinara….yep, definitely calling my name. For a little twist, I used leftover pearl couscous instead of the traditional arborio rice risotto to make these.
Middle Eastern Vegan Protein Bowl
Simple to make and ready in just 30 minutes, this Middle Eastern Vegan Protein Bowl has everything to make your belly happy! Hint of tangy, spicy, herby, crunchy, and creamy, I love every bite I take! Filled with almost 20gm protein, 50% of your daily recommended fiber, and 40% of daily recommended iron, it is one of the most nutrient dense meals out there! Side benefit, you get 4 different colors of veggies in 1 meal!
Rainbow Farro Salad
I love eating in color and this gorgeous Rainbow Farro Salad has an abundance of it. Vivacious and crunchy purple cabbage, bright red bell pepper, pretty yellow cauliflower, tangy feta, earthy dill, and so much more. All of this drizzled with just enough olive oil and lemon juice to bring it all together so beautifully that each bite has you saying Mmmmmmmm.
Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookies
Grain-free, gluten-free, and vegan, these chickpea chocolate chip cookies are out of this world. Pillowy soft, fluffy, sweet, melt in your mouth, chunky chocolate chip cookies.
Rose Pistachio Ice Cream
Creamy, luscious, velvety, and decadent, this delicious Rose Pistachio Ice Cream is sure to make you smile in satisfaction. Bonus, it requires no cooking and no churning! It has become my new obsession and I’m sure it will become yours too!
Rosemary Olive Artisan Bread
Rosemary Olive Artisan Bread has a beautiful crust with a chewy inside filled with olives and fresh rosemary. It is easy to make because there is no kneading required. The scent and taste of warm bread and the ease of this recipe will want you making this bread over and over again.
Creamy White Bean Soup with Spinach
What is more comforting than a hot bowl of bean soup on chilly winter days? This quick recipe will have you feeling warm in no time. It’s also great for preparing large quantities so everyone can enjoy it! Nutrient dense and full of fiber, each bowl is also filled with 15gm protein!
Almond Butter Muffins
These healthy almond butter muffins are the perfect tasty treat. They are ideal to add in the lunchbox for a snack or dessert, or even to eat for breakfast. Each muffin is so soft, fluffy, and creamy all at the same time that I have to try not to gobble them down myself!
Thank you so much for making 2022 so special for me. I have enjoyed and embraced cooking for you. Which recipes have you tried? Feel free to leave comments below, or tag me with your pictures on Facebook or Instagram.
A delicious and creamy soup that is hearty and pure comfort food during the cold winter months.
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An effortless one skillet vegan recipe filled with sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, chickpeas, spinach, grilled lemon slices, and of course orzo! Simple, healthy ingredients that come together quickly for a perfect weeknight meal, this Lemon Chickpea Orzo Skillet is a dish that everyone can enjoy!
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