Delightful No Milk Smoothies You Should Try This Summer

Highly versatile, smoothies can be made with a variety of fruits & vegetables. A great way of adding nutrition to our diets, smoothies also make a great beverage during summers. Many avoid smoothies as often restaurants serve sugar laden versions made with packaged juices & flavoring agents. Some don’t like smoothies as they are often made with milk.

Beyond Sandwiches: Delicious Recipes With Bread

From being a staple food item in many homes to being used as a trencher (absorbent plate) in middle ages, the journey of bread has been an interesting one. In India, when bread came from Goa, it was known as Pao. Pao was initially made with whole wheat as no one used maida (refined flour) during those days. Bakers across North of India, than started making other varieties & soon the humble bread was used widely in street food items.

Healthy Tiffin Recipes For Kids

As schools reopen, new set of textbooks, school uniforms and a fresh syllabus – all await as the school routine begins. While parents have to effectively deal with the all the logistics schooling brings along, the tiffin box which children carry daily, forms an essential part of their school bag. On every single school day or an occasional sports day/ annual day; each time a child steps out for school, a tiffin box must be present with him/ her.

10 Ways To Enjoy More Cabbage

This is for those who love Chinese food. Though there are many versions and variants of kimchi, which are made out of various traditional sauces, we will stick to a simple way of making one. Combine some sesame oil, cabbage cut in cubes, chilli powder, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and salt in a bowl. Mix everything well and transfer in a jar. Refrigerate the jar for about 1-2 hours and serve chilled. Image courtesy- Pixabay

The Many Health Benefits of Phool Makhana (Fox nuts)

Phool Makhana- puffed lotus seeds, also known as fox nuts are commonly used during fasting rituals across India. The starchy white seeds of a plant called Euryale Fox are puffed like popcorn after removing the outer membrane. Phool Makhana have been used in traditional Chinese medicine extensively & also find an important place in Ayurveda for its various health benefits.

Tasty Things To Make With Lemons This Summer 

Rich in Vitamin C, lemons infuse a zingy taste when added to anything! Hot water infused with lemon juice is a popular secret of many for beautiful skin & improved digestion. Research also says that the citric acid present in lemons may help prevent kidney stones & lemon water provides hydration during hot summer days.

Rediscovering Benefits of Sabja Seeds (Sweet Basil Seeds)

Not to be confused with the much celebrated super food- Chia seeds, sabja seeds are seeds of sweet basil & also known as tukhmaria in India.

Must Try Kulfi Recipes

Running towards the fridge and pulling out food items cold enough to handle the heat woes is one of the many things we do during the summers. One among these cold treats is the good old, utterly delicious Indian Kulfis that come in many flavors. Kulfi is a popular cold treat, not only in the Indian sub continent but has also gained fame across Europe, Unites States of America, Australia and South East Asia.

Drool Worthy Desserts With Summer fruits

We rejoice all “happy” occasions of our life with something sweet. We merrily cut fancy cakes on Birthdays/ Anniversaries or bring home a box of laddoos on days when we celebrate small and big victories. At times we promise children and ourselves something sweet at the accomplishment of a task or a job well done. At times we just have some “meetha” to feel good and up our mood, incase we are feeling dull and down.

Boost Energy Levels This Summer With These Foods

The sweltering heat in the summers can drain anyone who is not sitting in the comforts of an air – conditioned room. Too much exposure to heat can tire a person mentally as much as it drains them physically. While its time to sit back and enjoy the crispness of sunny days, the heat waves also bring along with them their own sets of challenges like – sunburn, heat strokes, exhaustion, dehydration, prickly heat and many more.

Easy Recipes To Keep You Hydrated This Summer

Unless one has popped out of a snow capped world and is seeking the sun desperately, in all probability one is likely to grumble about the heat and rising temperatures during the on going summers. Since weather conditions is something nobody can do much about, at least we can take some easy precautions & keep ourselves hydrated in this extremely harsh heat.

Cool Down With These Delicious Lassis

Summers call for consumption of some chilled coolers – basically beverages which will help us combat the rising mercury levels. Many of us love enjoying a glass of India’s favorite drink – THE LASSI. Lassi (a thicker form of buttermilk) is a yoghurt based drink made with water, some spices and  fruits for added flavor. It can be relished salted or sweet depending on how you want it. Unlike fizzy drinks and packaged juices, lassi is healthy & packed with health benefits. ...

Cool Ways To Cook With Watermelon This Summer

Juicy refreshing watermelons are a summer staple. A slice of watermelon is a summer treat we all love relishing. This succulent fruit can be juiced, made into ice cold slush & popsicles or just savored on its own. Make the most of the summer season by making a variety of delectable dishes with this hydrating fruit.

Punjabi delicacies that will tingle your taste buds

Punjabis are known for their lavish food menus. Whether one is invited for a home cooked Punjabi meal or relishing meals at a local dhabha, the food is full of rich flavors. Be a guest at any “Big Fat Punjabi Wedding”, and you will know that the food is as much a center of attraction as the bride and the groom themselves.

Easy ways to stay hydrated with coconut water

Summers are here and the temperatures are beginning to climb high. Soon, it will become imperative for young and old alike to keep themselves quenched and hydrated. But many of us don’t like to guzzle plain water through the day. Comes in coconut water to our rescue.

Tasty Ways to Enjoy Raw Mangoes This Season

Hot summer afternoons, spent in the shade of mango trees while munching on tangy slices of raw mangoes sprinkled with salt & chili powder form one of the fondest childhood memories of many. “Kacha Kairi” or raw mangoes evoke many memories when they appear in the markets.

Easy ways to cool down with mint (pudina) this summer.

The cooling properties & refreshing flavor of mint, widely known as pudina in Indian kitchens makes it a popular herb during summers. Apart from its unique aroma & taste, mint has many medicinal properties. Mint can be used in a variety of ways to make the most of its health benefits. Add them to beverages & ice creams for a fresh relaxing burst of flavors or season meats to tantalize taste buds. Try serving summer snacks with an easy mint coriander chutney instead of store bought ketchup.

Lip smacking dishes that prove coriander is more than garnish

Coriander, available throughout the year is extremely popular across Indian kitchens as a garnish. A wonderful source of dietary fiber, iron, magnesium & vitamin C, coriander also contains small amount of minerals like calcium & phosphorous. Apart from the aromatic leaves, the seeds & roots of coriander are also used in various curries. Coriander is also beneficial in lowering blood glucose levels in people suffering from diabetes, aids digestion & cures intestinal gas. Research also says that coriander may help cure anemia.

Easy delicious ways to include beetroot in our diets

Grandmas always stressed on eating the good old beetroot. The first thing that pops up in our heads when we talk about beetroot is it’s striking deep red color & its not so striking taste. Beets are rich in nutrients and fiber. They are high on vitamin C, which is vital for boosting the immune system. Beets contain essential components like Potassium, Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B6 & folate (folic acid) that helps reduce the risk of birth defects. Beets are a very good source of antioxidants that help reduce LDL, also known as bad cholesterol & natural minerals like silica.

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