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As I’m typing this, we’re in the middle of a typical British heatwave and, as usual, no one is prepared. I have my mini-fan working overtime and relying on refreshing homemade summer drinks to get me through the day. Even when it’s not a heatwave though, it’s always a good idea to have several refreshing summer drinks in your recipe arsenal, no matter what you’re in the mood for. The below list of best summer drinks recipes contains tangy lemonades, coffee shop favorites, fresh juices, creamy drinks, smoothies, and even a few miscellaneous options!...

By now, you’re all probably well aware of my obsession with sharing my favorite ways to enjoy the ‘viral tortilla hack.’ I’ve already shared a list of 20+ globally-inspired Filling Ideas (including low-carb/tortilla-free options) and 12+ Dessert Tortilla Wraps. Now, it’s the turn of these 7+ breakfast quesadillas/breakfast wraps – TikTok style! These breakfast wraps are packed with nutrients, largely high-protein, and are all 100% meat-free! You can decide whether to wrap them up and eat as-is or heat them in a sandwich press/skillet for delicious breakfast quesadillas....

Recently I’ve been religiously pulling together all of my dairy-free milk recipes, to post on the blog, from coconut milk to almond and soy and even rice. I have a recipe for a whole variety of plant-based and vegan milk options – So much so that you’ll never need to buy some from a store again. This dairy-free milk guide goes into why you should try making homemade dairy-free milk, what options you have and the basic how-to premise....

A piping hot aloo ka paratha has always been my go-to breakfast. People of all ages actually like eating this Indian dish. If you frequently prepare parathas, you are probably aware that almost anything can be stuffed inside, including rice, dal, halwa, veggies, and paneer. Still, there is something about a soft, greasy aloo ka paratha that makes it one of the all-time most popular Indian breakfasts. That is among the most straightforward morning preparations you can do....

Smoothies are nutritious because they include a wealth of vitamins and minerals from fruits, vegetables, and other natural components. They can be a wonderful and handy method for you to acquire your recommended daily intake of vitamins and minerals. To prepare smoothies, several ingredients can be used. Fruits like bananas, strawberries, and mangoes, as well as leafy greens like kale, spinach, mint leaves, and others, come to mind. We have milk, yogurt, and other ingredients to create a firm base....

Salad is considered one of the healthiest foods in the world. The versatility of salad allows you to create it with any item from your pantry. Today I am sharing a dish known as black-eyed peas salad (or lobia salad). All you need is boiled black eyed peas, chopped veggies, lemon juice, olive oil, Indian seasonings like jeera powder, and chaat masala for dressing. It is easy, quick, and full of protein....

If you loved my kala chana salad and black-eyed peas salad, you are going to love this peanut salad recipe. Boiled peanuts are tossed with vegetables, fresh herbs, lime juice, and Indian spices. It can be served as a side dish with Indian meals or enjoyed as a “chaat” for an evening snack. If making in advance, prep all the ingredients and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, add all the spices and salt and toss them together in a bowl....

What is Poriyal? Poriyal is also known as thoran, is a South Indian coconut stir fry made with vegetables. You can also make this poriyal with cabbage, pumpkin, okra, beets. Other Poriyal recipes from my blog are Purple Cabbage Poriyal, Carrot beans Poriyal, Broccoli Poriyal, and Zucchini Poriyal. Ingredients Brussels sprouts: Choose Brussels sprouts that are bright green and fairly firm. I have used fresh brussels sprouts. You may also use frozen once, cooking time will vary....

I regularly make these energy shots to stay healthy. Turmeric and ginger both have great health benefits. They are anti-inflammatory and relieve cold and flu symptoms. Ginger supports overall digestion and curcumin, which is the main ingredient of turmeric, supports the immune system. I always feel energized when I drink this in the morning. Turmeric ginger energy shot ingredients 120 g turmeric 140 g ginger 2 large lemons 1/4 teaspoon pepper...

This recipe has taken me quite some time to get ‘just right.’ When it comes to vegan mug cakes – the cake needs to be fluffy, moist and needs to taste great. As soon as you add wet berries into the mix, things get harder. But I was determined to get it right – because we all need delicious and easy mug cake recipes in our life (emphasis on the EASY!...

Recently, I’ve become slightly obsessed with chopped salads, like this delicious chopped Greek salad. Having eaten it for a couple of days as a side, I threw the leftovers in with some leftover bow tie pasta and serve it with hummus and pita bread – oh my, delicious! With a combination of all my favorite veggies (juicy tomatoes, briny olives, fresh cucumber, crunchy bell peppers…. Need I go on?!), creamy feta, and a mayo-free dressing, this easy cold pasta salad recipe is wonderfully vibrant and healthy....

Learn how to make a flavorful green curry paste that you will return to time and time again. By making your own, you can easily customize the ingredients to create the perfect paste for your tastebuds. Plus, this recipe is quick, and easy, and makes the most delicious curry dishes. How to make green curry paste Toast and Crush Spices: Start by toasting the green curry spices (coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and white peppercorns) over medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes....

I thought it was about time that I learned to make some of my favorite coffeehouse drinks (homemade Starbucks please!) at home. Starting with a creamy, chocolatey mocha Frappuccino recipe. As ‘convenient’ as it is to grab your mocha frappe from a store elsewhere, by making it at home you’ll end up saving time and money (lots of it!). Plus, you are in control of the amount of sugar, type of milk, coffee, etc....

If you follow my kitchen DIY series, you may have noticed that I’ve already shared at-home processes to make extra virgin coconut oil and avocado oil. Well, olive oil has always been on my list, but I have yet to perfect my at-home method. However, following a recent trip to Lebanon, I visited an olive oil factory and saw (and took part in) the entire process. Having asked on Instagram, everyone seemed really excited about having this written up in a post ready to compare to the homemade version (when it comes), so ask, and you shall receive!...

Why Do You Butterfly a Chicken Breast? Learning how to butterfly a chicken breast is a useful kitchen method for any meat-eating home cook. Butterflying a chicken breast is a technique used to split meat – in this case, chicken – to create thinner pieces. This method of butterflying is popular for many proteins – including turkey breasts, shrimp, pork, lamb, and veal, too! These thinner sliced pieces – called “paillards” – not only cook far quicker and more evenly (great for busy weeknights), but they’re ideal for creating chicken cutlets (when cut all the way through), stuffed chicken (like chicken cordon bleu), chicken roulade, chicken piccata, etc....

Recently, I posted my recipe for delicious 3 ingredient coconut bliss balls, made with sweetened condensed coconut milk and I got so many messages asking me for a specific DIY how to make homemade condensed coconut milk, so – you ask and I shall deliver! The process couldn’t be simpler and this Vegan condensed milk can then be used in any recipe calling for condensed milk. Plus it’s made with just two ingredients: coconut milk and organic cane sugar!...

It occurred to me last week that although I’ve shared recipes for vegan pasta (also called ‘pasta Bianca dough’), chickpea flour pasta, oat pasta, homemade pappardelle pasta, and spinach ravioli (along with other homemade pasta recipes!), I’d never shared a recipe for simple, plain homemade egg pasta. Making fresh pasta is not only surprisingly simple, but it’s super fun to do as well, and this egg pasta recipe is one of my all-time favorites....

“What actually makes pink lemonade pink?” must be one of life’s endlessly puzzling questions. Like “Why is the sky blue?” or “Why is the grass green?”. Though the answer for homemade pink lemonade recipes is a lot less complicated (and less scientific), it doesn’t diminish the wonder of watching some simple ingredients get transformed from a bright yellow to a glittering red-pink juice. If you’ve ever wondered how to make this lemonade for yourself, let my recipe demystify the process with four simple ingredients and an easy method....

Winter is not over yet, so I’ve been stocking up on lots of immune-boosting ingredients and enjoying warm, soothing, healing teas like ginger tea, cinnamon tea, and this turmeric tea recipe (Haldi tea)! This turmeric detox tea combines fresh turmeric root (or turmeric powder), black pepper, lemon juice, and honey (or the sweetener of choice). The result is a warm, throat soothing tea packed with immune-boosting and healing properties. I’ve already shared a recipe for Ayurvedic homemade golden milk....

If you’re looking for a delicious and nutritious vegetable meal-prep dish then, you’ve found it. These rainbow Mediterranean roasted vegetables are tender, flavorful, and a delicious combination of slightly sweet and savory flavors combined with simple oregano and thyme seasoning. Having recently shared a simple salad recipe using roasted peppers and red onion, I couldn’t wait to share this mixed roasted Mediterranean vegetables meal-prep. The roasting begins to caramelize and sweeten the vegetables for a wonderful depth of flavor....