Toast is timeless fix for busy mornings breakfast. Most toast combinations involve base of fruits or nuts, as in jams or nut butter. Often the jams have more processed sugar than intended and the nut butters may contain added oils. This toast uses lots of …
Hummus is a wonderful protein loaded, easy to make dip that can eaten by the spoonful if need be. Chickpeas the main ingredient of hummus are rich in protein and fiber. The problem with store bought hummus is the addition of oil, lots of salt …
Chocolate is always on the list of foods that humans crave. Scientifically the addictive potential is not proven yet, but chocolate gets ingredients such as tryptophan from cacao, which effect our mood. Most chocolate based dips on the market unfortunately have lots of added sugars, …
Amla, the India gooseberry is widely used in Ayurveda, is known to have antioxidants, lots of fibers, and is loaded with Vitamin C. Per Ayurveda, it is great for improving digestion and reduces acidity. There were many studies done on Amla, especially it’s potent lipid …
The best kept secret of eating more veggies, is always the dip or the sauce that goes along with them. If the dip is sensational, you cannot stop dipping and before you know it, you have eaten more veggies without any extra effort. and have …
The secret winning formula of wholesome plant based dishes are most of the time, the sauce, or the dip or the spice flavors, to win over the palates of all ages. And for the days when it is just comforting to dip and graze on …
Hummus is the super healthy dip made traditionally from chickpeas, along with sesame, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. Its origins in middle eastern world, go all the way back to 13th century. Low carb and fat with high protein and fiber, hummus is hands …
Chutneys are a category of recipes, that inspire me to think about new combinations, because the possibilities are endless and I have a family who love side dishes more than the main dish on their plates. The advantages I see in making a chutney are …
Gongura, an ancient plant , commonly eaten in Andhra Pradesh, India, is a plant of all seasons in India. Edible green leaves with sour taste, resembling their cousins from Hibiscus family, are rich in Vitamin A, B- complex, and Iron. A quintessential dish for family …