Tag: Vegan

Indian-spiced Grilled Apples & Pineapples

Are you feeding a crowd this holiday season or just simply looking for a tasty solution to consume fruits? How about some spiced-coated and grilled apple & pineapples? Tips: While placing the fruits in the skewer, you could alternate between pineapple and apple pieces in each skewer. Sprinkle a little […]

Roasted Chickpeas

The healthy and nutritious makes a fantastic snack. You will give the oily and unhealthy processed snacks a miss if you give this roasted chickpeas a go. The humble chickpeas is cooked, roasted and seasoned with flavourful and aromatic Indian spices. Tips: You could skip the soaking and pressure cooking […]

Moroccan Carrot & Beet Salad

How about a festive looking and great tasting salad for your holiday party table? This crunchy salad is super simple to put together. Rendering the aroma and flavour to it are ground cinnamon, cumin and coriander seeds. Tips: You could introduce a little sweetness in the salad and raisins or […]

Carrot Ginger Juice

Keeping your body hydrated is crucial and sometimes just drinking water gets a little monotonous. So, how about a glass of carrot ginger juice for hydration? This juice besides being tasty, works as a great anti-oxidant and detoxifies the liver. Tips: If you are using a blender, you may find […]

Chilli Lemon Dressing

This is a simple and tasty dressing for your favourite salad – fruit or vegetable. Ingredients: Lemon – 1 Red chillies – 2- 3, finely chopped Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) – 1 Tblspn. Method: In a small bowl, squeeze out juice from 1 lemon. Toss in the chillies and […]

Fresh Fruit Salad with Lemon-Mint Granita

Summer may be my most favourite season in Australia simply for its abundance of summer fruits, especially melons. It is easy to put together a salad with the wide variety of fruits available here. I have combined three different types of melon, Granny Smith apples, mango and lemon-mint granita for […]

Chatpata Pineapple Onion Salad

Pineapples are certainly not my go-to-fruit. However, when I see a fresh and ripe pineapple, I do not miss the opportunity to buy it. And to make this fruit a little appealing for my palate, I turn it into a savoury dish. This salad is one such attempt.  

Quinoa Pudding with Almond Milk

In the recent times, quinoa has gained popularity. It’s all thanks to its ‘super food’ status. It is often mistaken for a grain when in fact, it is a seed. Power-packed and nutritious, quinoa is a tasty addition to your meal. If you are unsure how to get started with […]

Roast Capsicum Soup

Roasted Capsicum Soup

Roasted Capsicum Soup or Roasted Bell Pepper Soup is a hearty dairy-free, vegan soup that can be made with minimal effort. Find step-by-step pictures to make this delicious soup. Capsicum or bell peppers are the hero of this dish. Add to that roasted onions and tomatoes, you have the simplest […]

Oven Roasted Corn Flakes Chivda

I am constantly on the lookout for tasty and healthy snacks. It is a bonus when I get a snack that uses convenient and easily accessible ingredients. While clearing out my pantry, I noticed that I had a few bits of corn flakes, wheat flakes and rice crisps leftover. It […]

Carrot Ginger Soup

A warm and comforting soup to beat the winter cravings. Tips: You could add other dry spices that you like to enhance the flavour. You could also blend the soup with a tablespoon of chopped coriander for a fresh taste. You could also serve the soup with sour cream or […]

Spicy Herbed Breadcrumbs

Got a slice or two of bread, and don’t know what to do with it? Here is a tasty fix to use up day-old bread or the last few slices. Spicy herbed breadcrumbs are a delish way to add that bit of crunch to your salads or a little bite […]