I love Mexican and I love salads so under the Protein Rich theme and Salads as the sub theme here is a Mexican Salad . Mason jar salads are a wonderful way to present these salads , and they are perfect to grab and go kinds . While going through these salads I realised that…
The next in Protein Rich Salads is the Fruity Yogurt Salad . This is a simple salad but provides you a good amount of protein . For today’s salad I have used Greek Yogurt , and flavoured it with Vanilla . I used some honey to sweeten it , fresh fruits , nuts and seeds…
Thai Freekeh Salad is a high protein salad with the super grain Freekeh, made the Thai style. A medley of flavours and a must-try. Moving on to the next day in Protein-Rich salads I have a Freekeh Salad. I was introduced to this super grain by Priya when she sent me a packet of this…
Quinoa, which is technically a seed, also packs a strong protein-punch.It often makes a great substitute for starchy rice and pasta, and you can cook it like an upma, use it in a salad and even toss some vegetables and cook it like a light, healthy pulao.It is perhaps one of the most perfect non…
We are into the third week of the Protein Rich Mega marathon . Week 1 featured Kebabs , Week 2 Biryanis and this week we have Protein Rich Salads . For the first day of Salads I have a Lentil Salad . It has nostalgic memories ! When I got married , I could hardly…
The last in the Biryani series is Chickpea Biryani . Chickpeas or Garbanzo beans have a delicious nut like taste and buttery texture and provide a concentrated source of protein .We all know that plant protein is not a complete protein ,but when legumes like beans, lentils, and peanuts are combined with grains like wheat, rice,…
Wadi or Wadiyan are a specialty of Punjabi Cuisine . These are sun dried lentil dumplings. The Wadi is a summer essential and is made in most northern states as well as Southern states. The Wadis are also called Wadiyan , Vadiyal, Vadiyalu. Today we shall talk about the Amritsari Wadi . This Wadi is…
Indians can’t do without their daals, be it chana , urad or moong. A part of almost every meal, lentils are an easy and inexpensive way of amping up our intake of protein, fiber and essential minerals. We can serve these with a side of rice or roti for a complete meal . You could make…
Next in the Biryani series is Rajma Biryani . Kidney beans are a chock-a-block with protein, carbohydrates and fiber. Paired with boiled or steamed rice, Rajma-Chawal is an all time favourite dish in Punjabi households . It is a wholesome meal .One really doesn’t require a side dish with it . Using the Rajma Chawal…
Most of the Indian homes cook Khichri / khichdi at least once in a week . Khichri is a mix of rice and lentils , which could be made with or without vegetables . You can call it a comfort meal where the khichri needs no add ons. Pickle or curd could definitely be served…