Kale Pasta Salad
Pasta salad reminds me of picnics and BBQs. I feel like it is has been so long since I’ve been to either a picnic or a BBQ and miss those carefree summer days. This pasta salad is a reminder that summer is just around the …
Appetizers
Grilled fennel salad
I love fennel. It is my currently my favorite vegetable. It is so easy to prepare and has a sweet taste like licorice. I like cooking it until it becomes charred with some lemon. Watermelon radish is such a pretty vegetable. The colors of vegetables …
Olive Cheesy Bread
I can’t take credit for this idea because it is not mine. Actually, I learned this recipe from my friend, Prema, who would make it for gatherings that we had at her home. I’ve learned so much about cooking from friends and family, just by …
Spicy Salsa
I love making homemade salsa. Who wants all those nasty preservatives in their salsa when making salsa at home only takes minutes to make. This recipe is onion and garlic free and jain-friendly. To make it ekadashi-friendly, use pure hing or simply omit the hing …
Tangy Karela (bitter melon or bitter gourd)
I love karela. I know many people are not a fan of this vegetable. If you are not a fan, I don’t blame you because I used to dislike karela too. However, a few years ago I had thinly sliced karela at the temple and …
Vegan bean/lentil soup
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I crave soup, especially on those cold, wintery, snowy days. It is the ultimate comfort food for me. I love pairing warm soup with some good bread, like Whole Food’s sour dough or Dave’s Killer whole wheat bread. …
Stuffed baby sweet peppers
I love easy, healthy, and tasty finger foods. If you are looking for a quick appetizer that is gluten free and grain free, but still will impress your guests, this recipe is definitely for you. The sweetness of baby bell peppers combined with the spicy, …
Vegan Mexican Street Corn
I love street corn. It is so delicious, easy to make, and is a great side dish to any Mexican meal. This recipe is inspired by my sister, Ami and my brother in law Ajith. They are amazing chefs and they both love making Mexican …
