4.82 106 Published Jan 10, 2019, Updated Apr 04, 2022 When winter rolls around, I just try to be consistent. I allow room for treats and drinks in my diet throughout the year so I don’t feel the need to go overboard over the holidays, but I definitely treat myself occasionally. And when it comes to hearty casseroles, soups and cozy comfort food, I just make upgraded, healthier versions that I can feel good about eating!...

Made with paneer, broccoli, and roasted makhana, this tikki chaat offers a crispy texture and bursts of flavor with every bite. Whether you’re fasting or simply looking for a healthy option, this Paneer & Broccoli Tikki Chaat is here to satisfy your cravings guilt-free! Why To Make It? Healthy and guilt-free: This tikki is air-fried, making it a lighter alternative to the traditional deep-fried versions. Perfect for Navratri fasting: The recipe uses fasting-friendly ingredients like rock salt and makhana, so you can enjoy it during your Navratri vrat....

Basically it is a Vegetarian version of chicken ghee roast from Mangalore in Coastal Karnataka . Original ghee roast recipe is said to have it’s origin in Kundapur near Mangalore, and gradually vegetarians have adapted this to a veg roast recipe made with paneer and call it Paneer ghee roast. Like chicken Paneer is ideal base to soak up all the flavours of spices. And a liberal use of easily available spices makes this a super flavourful dry paneer curry....

Parathas are both loved and stuffed in our country. I am particularly in love with stuffed paratha and eat them for all meals. Gobi paratha, paneer paratha, dal paratha , Punjabi Methi paratha or simply plain paratha with Raita this Indian flatbread is simply irresistible. Now before we start to talk about calories in Paratha, let me tell you Paratha can be your healthy meal. I have already written here How you can make Paratha Healthy....

How to make perfect chocolate crepes that are soft, delicious, and very chocolatey! If you like my classic French crepes, you’ll love these too! My classic French crepes recipe is one of my most popular posts on the blog! For a reason. They’re so easy to make, and yield perfect crepes every time. So I thought it was time to share my easy chocolate crepes recipe. They are just as easy to make and guarantee perfect crepes just like my basic crepe recipe....

My voice is ka-put. I’m a croaking frog. And my throat is on fire, causing me to drink my weight in water and other soothing beverages (with a bit of bourbon here and there to kill those germs ). Ugh. I sometimes take it as a personal affront when I get sick. Silly, I know, but I mean, I eat really, really good-for-me foods. I exercise a lot. I take good care of myself and I’d like to think that should protect me a little better than it seems to some seasons....

4.75 120 Published Jan 26, 2022, Updated Jun 28, 2024 Why You’ll Love These Waffles They will fill you up! One waffle has about 17 grams of protein, so you will feel full and satisfied for hours. They are so easy to make! Just throw all of the ingredients in the blender, let your waffle iron do its thing and dig in. They’re the perfect recipe for meal prep. Make a double or triple batch of these on the weekend and refrigerate or freeze them for healthy breakfasts all week long....

Craving more vegan pumpkin breakfast recipes? You’ll also love my Vegan Pumpkin Waffles, Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes, and Pumpkin French Toast. As much as I would love to eat a slice of vegan pumpkin pie for breakfast during the fall (and sometimes I do!), a bowl of this Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal is the next best thing and it’s a bit healthier. Luckily, it’s a sweet and ultra-cozy breakfast that tastes just like the classic fall dessert!...

This Pumpkin Pasta Bake is fall comfort food to the max. It features rotini pasta, a creamy pumpkin sauce, almond ricotta and spinach. I also covered it in vegan mozzarella for extra cheesy goodness. Fancy enough to serve at your holiday table, everyone will love this pasta bake. For another comforting fall recipe, try my Butternut Squash Lasagna. Ingredients needed Rotini pasta – Or a similar shape, such as penne or even shells would work....

So after 5 weeks of chaos, dust, tears, angst, sweat, and “Moves Like Jagger”played on repeat at 2:00 in the morning, we have, like, 97% of a kitchen. We still have a few little projects and we also have to make the 4-hour trek to Ikea for a third time (don’t EVEN get me started. I vow to all of you here and now that if I ever do another Ikea kitchen, I will live within a 90-minute radius of Satan’s Swedish Storeroom....

Make Orange Sauce To make this easy orange sauce, you’ll whisk together orange zest and orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, chili sauce, ginger, and cornstarch. If you’ve never worked with fresh ginger, check out this post for more info. I like use a cheese grater to grate directly into the bowl. Prepare Beef We’re using flank steak here and since we need it cut super thin, it really helps to pop it in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before you cut it....

4.5 2 Published Jun 09, 2023, Updated May 24, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Smoothie Rich in nutrients: Raspberries are packed with vitamins, antioxidants and fiber. When combined with Greek yogurt you get a protein boost, making this smoothie an excellent way to start your day or refuel post-workout. Simple ingredients: Made with just four main ingredients (not including ice), this smoothie is easy to whip. Naturally sweet: With the natural sweetness of the raspberries and banana there’s no need for added sugar....

I have already shared many other potato masala fry recipes like Sesame fried potatoes, Jeera Aloo recipe, South Indian style Potato roast, Nepali Aloo Ko Sabji. Potatoes are one ingredient that most have a love-hate relationship with. We love it because potatoes are delicious in any form and sometimes we hate it because you can easily make them unhealthy by deep-frying or adding other ingredients that are not so healthy....

4.47 201 Published Jul 12, 2023, Updated Jul 24, 2023 This salad basically combines all of my favorite foods in one dish… sweet potatoes, kale, quinoa and chickpeas. The best part is definitely the roasted veggies, IMO. And I love the fact that the kale is also roasted and gets a little crunchy. It’s like having kale chips in your salad! Why You’ll Love This Salad Healthy and Protein-Packed: With nutrient-rich ingredients like broccoli, sweet potato, chickpeas and quinoa, this salad is not only good for you, it’s also packed with plant-based protein....

I love Brussels sprouts with or without bacon, but there’s no denying it’s a killer combination. And roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon? Swoon… All that caramelization, nuttiness and flavor that develops with the heat in the oven… so much flavor from such little buds. Plus they are tossed with some bacon and red onion and it all roasts together. Serious flavor going on. (Bonus: Brussels sprouts are super nutritious.) Some people may prefer shredded Brussels sprouts — like my balsamic Brussels sprouts....

Zucchinis are one of my favorite veggies to get creative with in the kitchen. While this recipe highlights zucchinis in their most natural sliced and seasoned form, I also love recipes like Vegan Zucchini Fritters and Chocolate Zucchini Muffins that use the veggie in different (and delicious) ways! Roasted squash and zucchini When you’re in the need for something easy to make, freshly flavored, and can pair with SO many different dishes, Roasted Squash and Zucchini is the recipe to utilize!...

This may sound part silly and part overly dramatic – but what I’m about to say is 100% the truth and nothing but the truth. My very first moment of unbridled joy and ecstasy when I moved to the US in early 2014 was discovering Tim Tams on the shelves at a local supermarket. I even have photo evidence of it. Still. 🙂 As a Kiwi who also lived in Australia for a number of years, I have a long history with TIM TAM....

5 11 Published Jun 09, 2015, Updated Sep 20, 2024 I highly recommend chopping, seasoning and roasting them to perfection. Of course you can always go with my basic roasted carrots recipe if you’re looking for a traditional preparation, but these sesame roasted carrots are a fun way to switch things up! Sprinkle on a few sesame seeds for good measure and you’ve got yourself a restaurant-quality side dish that you can pair with just about anything....

You all know by now I have a real passion for cauliflower. Let me be clear: I don’t really care for it raw or steamed plain. You won’t find me chowing down on a plate of cauliflower rice or cauliflower mashed potatoes (I love potatoes and rice too much!). No, I’m not talking about using cauliflower as a “diet” food, but as a delicious, incredible replacement for meat in vegan dishes!...

5 12 Published Sep 19, 2022, Updated Oct 07, 2024 It’s easily become a new family favorite. Not only is this shrimp scampi sheet pan meal delicious and super flavorful, but it comes together in under 20 minutes which is huge for us right now. With a newborn and toddler, we don’t have a ton of extra time to cook dinner, so I’m all about the quick recipes right now!...