If you’re Indian, then you definitely have certain feelings about this yellow packet filled with ramen noodles and a masala mix. Everyone has their own favorite way to enjoy Maggi (I like it with extra red chili powder, green chilis, cilantro, tomatoes, corn, and peas) whereas others like it anywhere from the basic prep to […]
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The secret to AVO great day is starting it off with a smart, healthy breakfast. The basics of an avocado toast are a crunchy toasted bread (my preference is sourdough or a whole grain hearty bread like Dave’s Killer Bread) and avocado mash (avocado, salt, lime juice). The ways to oomph up the toast are
Here’s a Greek version of my favorite cucumber raita. The addition of the dill really freshens up the flavor. Enjoy as a dip or as a spread for sandwiches – It’s a great healthy option for all your summer gatherings! INGREDIENTS 2 cups plain Greek yogurt 2 cups shredded or diced cucumber ½ cup minced fresh dill ¼ cup lemon juice 2 cloves grated garlic (optional)
Here’s a healthier twist on everyone’s favorite traditional Indian breakfast/snack. While poha is traditionally made with flattened rice, supplementing with oats provides fiber and lots of nutrients. While my preferred method uses both rice poha and oats, you can certainly make this with only oats. The fam likes to add sev or chavanu on top
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For an un-BEET-able easy start to your day, all you need is half a medium raw beet, a peeled and pitted ripe nectarine, a few goji berries, a couple of cubes of ice, and about ¼ cup water. Throw it all into a high-speed blender and double blend away! Beets are heart healthy and anti-inflammatory,
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Some days just call for super quick meals, but of course I never want to sacrifice taste or nutrients. This is a one skillet meal where you can use leftovers, basic pantry ingredients and fresh/frozen veggies to get a hot and hearty meal on the table in 15 min. Ingredients are provided below but you
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When the weather starts to get chilly, I turn to this turmeric ginger carrot soup for rejuvenation, antioxidants and tasty feels. This soup is slightly spicy from the ginger and peppers and the carrots add an amazing sweetness. Added bonus – it’s super easy to pull together for a quick lunch or dinner. INGREDIENTS 1
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Pancakes are delicious, but they are also high in calories, fat, and refined sugar while being low in protein, fiber, and nutrients. This recipe will keep the deliciousness and amp up the healthiness. INGREDIENTS Dry ingredients 1 cup oat flour ½ cup Bisquick or Kodiak flour or all purpose flour 1 tbs ground flax powder
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my MANGO-nificent daughter made this healthy dessert for us over the summer. The key is to steam the rice without water and to use really ripe mangoes. My recipe uses less sugar than the traditional recipe but you won’t miss the sugar if the mangos are ripe. If mangos aren’t available, then feel free to
for an un-BEET-able easy start to your day, all you need is half a medium raw beet, a peeled and pitted ripe nectarine, a few goji berries, a couple of cubes of ice, and about ¼ cup water. Throw it all into a high-speed blender and double blend away! Beets are heart healthy and anti-inflammatory,
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