Category: Entrée

GRILLED VEGGIES & HUMMUS TART

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How pretty is this hummus tart! And trust me not only is it a treat to look at but is incredibly delicious too. At times I am amazed at how a few simple ingredients can bring out such delicate and interesting flavors. This tart starts with a flaky puff pastry crust that’s crisp yet melts in your mouth and is brimming over with hummus and roasted vegetables. It’s extremely tasty, plus is super easy to make for dinner and impressive enough to serve at a dinner party. The rich, hearty flavors make this a recipe for all to enjoy. Continue reading “GRILLED VEGGIES & HUMMUS TART” →

CHARRED CORN PIZZA

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Sweet, juicy and delicious summer corn is everywhere! I see tall piles of locally grown corn whenever I go to the farmers market. However sadly with we heading towards fall, there are just a few days left for us to enjoy sinking in our teeth into a earful of plump kernels bursting with flavors. I usually like grilling the corn and slathering it with some roasted garlic spread or having it grilled with some olive oil, salt and pepper or at times I just like adding some boiled corn into my bowl of salad for that purest and sweetest taste. But I wanted to try something different and found a very cool way to use corn. Lately I having been making pizzas at home quite often with loads of greens and veggies. So I decided to use grilled corn as the main topping for my pizza along with some onions, zucchini, goat cheese and kale pecan pesto as a sauce. Continue reading “CHARRED CORN PIZZA” →

VEG RAMEN BOWLS

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Who doesn’t love to cozy up to a warming bowl of soup? And that too if it is a bowl of incredibly comforting, light and delicious umami flavored vegetable ramen, who could deny having it? It is such a healthy, wholesome, filling and satisfying meal. Also, slupring the noodles as they whip across the chin and nose, splattering drips of flavor infused broth every which way makes it epically fun to eat. I always wanted to make ramen at home but making ramen from scratch is pretty darn elaborate. But this recipe here is a lightened version of the authentic ramen which comes together in less than an hour and is full of japanese flavors and nourishing ingredients that will make you feel good about having a bowl. Continue reading “VEG RAMEN BOWLS” →

SMASHED POTATOES WITH AVOCADO BASIL PESTO

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Potatoes I feel are one of the most versatile root vegetables in existence. One can never go wrong while cooking with potatoes. And when it comes to appetizers and sides, chances are pretty high that there’s always a potato based dish you absolutely love. I have till now shared two of my favorite potato sides on my blog – baked fries and mashed potatoes. So now here’s another one to add to my list; smashed potatoes with avocado basil pesto. Continue reading “SMASHED POTATOES WITH AVOCADO BASIL PESTO” →

SUMMER SALAD WITH CARROT GINGER DRESSING

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Nothing screams summer like a bowl of fresh salad bursting with incredible flavors. Salads are my go to during these warmer days. Few days back I made this colorful and vibrant salad with carrot & ginger dressing which is a great combination of sweet and savory, is quick and easy to make with no cooking involved and perfect to enjoy all the produce that’s in season now. Continue reading “SUMMER SALAD WITH CARROT GINGER DRESSING” →

TOMATO BASIL PENNE WITH CHICKPEAS

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Pasta and chickpeas? What a weird combination! I am sure many of you reading this post will have exactly the same question in mind. Well.. such recipes come up when you are greeted with a nearly empty fridge with just a few leftover sauces and cans of beans. But surprisingly, making dinner out of leftovers is so satisfying for so many reasons such as no pre-prep, out of the blue recipe ideas, unconventional flavors coming together and of course clutter free fridge. Continue reading “TOMATO BASIL PENNE WITH CHICKPEAS” →