Persian Potato Chickpea Rice and TahdigInspired by Samin Nosrat's delicious recipe, this dish is a low-calorie twist on the traditional Persian New Year specialty. Even once...
Winter Baked PearsServed as brunch or dessert, this quick and easy recipe uses 8 ingredients that are probably in your pantry! The sweet smell of pears,...
Wheat Berry Pancakes with Pineapple-Papaya CompoteTopped with a delicious and healthy pineapple-papaya compote, these hearty pancakes are sure to transport you to a sunny tropical coast....
No-Bake Kesar Mango CheesecakeThis blend of classic cheesecake and mango, the queen of all fruits, is the perfect treat for any celebration. Made with only 8...
Chole PooriAlso known as Chana Masala, this dish is a popular breakfast dish from the northern region of Punjab. It is loaded with protein and...
Cha and Chaffogato!Tea has many names and many serving styles around the world. This version of classic cha with an herbal twist is a perfect morning drink,...
HandvoOriginating in the western state of Gujarat, this baked dish is a fermented combination of rice, lentils, and vegetables. Historically...
Cashew-Cream Malai KoftaThis vegan twist on the classic Punjabi dish maintains the creamy texture and complex flavors without requiring heavy cream or paneer!...
Sweet Potato 'n Peanut PohaThis breakfast dish is a best-seller at the many stalls that pop up along neighborhood walk routes to serve early morning "exercise...
Masoor Daal and Paneer BiriyaniThough it may seem like an Indian staple, biriyani originated in Persia and was brought to India by the Mughals. This aromatic and...
Breakfast UpmaThis traditional recipe from the Southern part of India is made from roasted wheat semolina. It makes a comforting breakfast with a...
Tava Paneer and VegetablesA tava is a traditional cast-iron skillet that is used in everything from making parathas to grilling tandoori vegetables. Cooking on a...
Tropical Channa BowlThis protein-packed fusion bowl mixes the aroma of curry leaves, the crispness of fresh carrots and cucumbers, and the sweetness of...
Steamed Vegetable MuthiaThis popular tea time snack from Gujarat, India is simple yet yummy! Depending on what's in stock in your local grocery store or in your...
Garden Vegetable Minestrone SoupThis warm comfort soup is packed with 10 fresh vegetables and beans! A popular Italian restaurant appetizer, it makes an easy and great...
Homemade Spiced Peanut Butter, Honey, and Banana SandwichWe first had this sandwich during a visit to Broadway, a village in the region of the English countryside known as the Cotswolds. This...
Paneer and Vegetable Cutlets with Spicy Yogurt and Tamarind ChutneyInspired by the Indian chaat dish dahi vada, this healthy, no fry version with rich paneer and sweet and savory chutneys and yogurt is as...
Traditional Curd RiceWe first had this dish while traveling in Kerala. This mix of crunchy daal, spicy chillis, and creamy yogurt with the goodness of curry...
Pesto Pasta FrescaYouthful, green, crisp, spicy, tangy. This fresh and healthy twist to a classic Italian pesto pasta has all the flavors of spring and...
Roasted Peri-Peri Glazed Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato SaladThe name says it all! The cool, crisp greens and spicy butternut squash and sweet potatoes make this a salad for all the seasons! Proceed...
Mediterranean Pita Sandwich with Avocado and Homemade HummusFresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, and legumes are the foundation of the Mediterranean diet and are well known for their health...
Mumbai Pav Bhaji (California Style!)Pav Bhaji originated in the 1850s as a fast lunchtime dish for mill workers who traveled daily from Surat, a city now known as the...
Mutter PaneerThis low-calorie, healthy version of the classic Punjabi restaurant dish makes a quick weeknight dinner after a long day at work! Served...
Butternut Squash, Celery, and Red Bell Pepper Soup with Avocado and Pumpkin SeedsRain or shine, this warm, hearty soup is a perfect choice for a quick, filling lunch or comforting dinner. Regardless of whether you are...
Mixed Vegetable Uttapam, Sambhar and Coconut Cilantro ChutneyHome to the beautiful Western Ghats, Munnar Tea Gardens, and mighty Kaveri River, the Southern region of India has many variations of...
Paneer Bhurji Kathi RollKathi roll is believed to have been started by a popular restaurant "Nizam" in Kolkata, India in 1932. Traditionally, it's a Kathi...
Thai Peanut and Vegetable Curry with Brown RiceWhat draws me to Thai cuisine is its richness: the distinct flavors of lemongrass, ginger, and garlic fuse with the sweetness of...
Spring Splash SaladThis tropical mango, pear, and watermelon salad with spiced rajma beans combines sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, exploding in every bite....
Pizza, straight from the heart(h)!Pizza never fails to excite young and old alike! Be sure to make a larger-than-expected batch of dough, as this one is sure to be a...
Summer Vegetable Fajitas, Mango Salsa, and Cilantro RiceMy very first restaurant meal in this country (in 1990!) was at a Tex-Mex restaurant named Trudy's in Austin, Texas! The fresh chips and...
California Sunrise Waffles and PancakesWhat better way to start your day than with this sweet cinnamon-flavored waffle topped with your favorite fruits and a cup of tea or...
Spinach & Power Greens PaneerMissing a hearty family dinner? Let this age-old recipe bring you the comfort of home! This dish is the perfect balance of iron-packed...
Bruschetta CapreseOur take on this traditional Italian hors d'oeuvre with mozarella fresca and roasted garlic! Juicy, ripe roma tomatoes mixed with basil...
Roasted garlic and red pepper za'atar hummusThis oil-free, protein-packed, nutrient-filled dish tastes great at any time of the day, atop just about anything! We tried hummus for...