Quinoa Idli Recipe-Healthy Breakfast-Dinner Recipes

Those who are following Padhuskitchen regularly will be knowing very well about Quinoa (pronounced as "KEEN-wah"). Quinoa is gluten free seed and is a rich source of protein and fiber. Quinoa is one of the few plant sources of complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. It is also high in magnesium, potassium, iron, calcium, phosphorus, vitamins and many beneficial antioxidants

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Samba Godhumai Rava Adai-Broken Wheat Adai-Dalia Adai Recipe-Healthy Breakfast-Dinner Recipes

Cracked Wheat/Broken wheat  is known as "samba godhumai ravai" in Tamil, "dalia" in Hindi. It is also known as Lapsi rava. It is low in calories and loaded with nutrients. It is a good  source of fiber. Its high fiber content, makes you feel fuller on less food, so it can help you loose weight or even belly fat. As it has low glycemic index, it is good for diabetics also. This broken wheat

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Mushroom Omelette Recipe-How to make Mushroom Omelette Indian Style

Mushroom Omelette is very delicious, easy to make and quite filling. You can have it either for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It can be had with bread, rice or rotis. Mushrooms are a rich source of calcium and they also help in strengthening our immune system. So it is good to include them in our diet whenever possible. Today we will learn how to make Mushroom Omelette following this easy recipe

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Avocado Sandwich Recipe-Vegetarian Avocado Sandwich Toast-Indian Style

Avocado sandwich is one of my most favorite sandwich. It is quick and easy to make and also one of the most delicious sandwiches I have had. It is perfect for breakfast or as a snack or any time of the day! Today we will learn how to make Indian style Vegetarian Avocado Sandwich following this easy recipe with step by step pictures.








Vegetarian Avocado Sandwich-Indian Style




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Pesto Sandwich-Basil Pesto Sandwich Recipe (Vegetarian)

Pesto sandwich is one of the quickest and most tastiest sandwich which can be put together in minutes. This delicious sandwich is stuffed with homemade pesto, fresh cucumber, sliced onions, juicy tomatoes, roasted bell pepper and cheese. It is simple to make, provided you have pesto ready. It is perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast or lunch or snack. Today we will learn how to make Pesto

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Sevai Recipe from Scratch-Traditional South Indian Rice Noodles-Homemade Rice Noodles

Rice noodles known as "sevai" in Tamil are noodles made from rice. It is more or less similar to idiyappam except for the method of preparation. Now-a-days as we get instant sevai packets or sevai flour in the market, rarely do we make rice noodles at home from scratch, but still I wanted to share this traditional method of making sevai from scratch. My aunt does not like the instant varieties

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Coconut Mango Overnight Oats Recipe

Delicious, filling, packed with nutrition, this Coconut Mango Overnight Oats (or for that matter any overnight oats) is a great alternative to traditional breakfast. They are just a breeze to put together and will keep you feeling full all morning. When you make it the day before, you can get up leisurely the next morning. I love to start my day with anything healthy and delicious and overnight

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Couscous with Fruits and Nuts-Easy Fruity Couscous Recipe

Couscous is very easy and fast to cook. It is so versatile that you can combine it with any vegetables, herbs or fruits to make a filling meal.  I have prepared couscous by combining it with nuts and fruits to make a delicious meal.  It can be had for lunch or for dinner. Learn to make couscous with fruits and nuts following this easy recipe with step wise pictures.








Couscous with Fruits

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Tomato Semiya-Vermicelli Tomato Bath-Thakkali Semiya Recipe

Tomato Semiya/Vermicelli Tomato Bath is a very delicious South Indian breakfast/dinner recipe made with semiya and tomatoes. The procedure is similar to my tomato rice. It can be made quickly and can be had for breakfast or dinner. It also makes a light lunch.  If you are bored of eating semiya upma, try this tomato semiya for a change. Today we will learn how to make vermicelli tomato bath

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Rava Kara Kuzhi Paniyaram Recipe-Sooji Vegetable Appe-Easy Snacks Recipes

If you are looking for some quick and easy appetizers/snacks, then these semolina savory paniyarams fit perfectly. Rava Kara Paniyaram is a very easy snack prepared with semolina. I have made it savory by adding sauteed onions, green chillies and ginger. It can be given to kids as an after school snack. You can also add grated carrot, beetroot or sweet corn to make it more healthy. It can be

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Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe-Easy Mushroom Recipes

Mushroom Bruschetta (pronounced as brusketta) is easy to make and is wonderful as an appetizer and as a light breakfast. Learn to make Mushroom Bruschetta following this easy recipe.








Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe




 Prep Time : 10 mins

 Cook Time : 15 mins 
 Serves: 1-2
 Recipe Category:  Appetizer
 Recipe Cuisine: International
 Author:Padhu Sankar

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Easy Savory French Toast Recipe-Indian Style

Savory French toast is quick, easy, delicious and needs very few ingredients. You can have it for breakfast or or enjoy it as a snack. Today we will learn how to make French Toast (savory version) Indian style following this easy recipe.








Savory French Toast-Indian Style Recipe




 Prep Time : 5 mins

 Cook Time : 10 mins 
 Serves:1
 Recipe Category: Breakfast-Bread-Eggs
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Mushroom Pasta Recipe-Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle Pasta in White Sauce

This Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle Pasta is quick and easy to make, full of flavor and absolutely delicious. It makes a filling and satisfying meal and is perfect for lunch or dinner. Usually white sauce is made with all purpose flour but in this recipe I have substituted all purpose flour with whole wheat flour and believe me, there was not much difference. The tagliatelle pasta (tagliatelle is

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Coconut Couscous with Raisins-Indian Recipes with Couscous

I love couscous because it is quick and easy to prepare and also extremely versatile and delicious. I love cooking and experimenting Indian dishes with couscous. This coconut couscous with plenty of raisins and cashew nuts is one of my favorite couscous dish.  I have made it in Indian style. I have prepared couscous with thin coconut milk instead of water and have added lot of raisins which

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Quinoa Adai-Quinoa Adai Dosa Recipe without rice-Easy Indian Quinoa Recipes

Quinoa has more protein, antioxidants, minerals, and fiber than many other grains. It’s also gluten free.This South Indian style adai made with quinoa is very healthy, easy to make and also tastes very delicious. I have made this quinoa adai without rice, so it is diabetic friendly also. Today we will learn how to make Quinoa Adai following this easy recipe.








Quinoa Adai without rice

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Mushroom Frittata-Oven Baked Mushroom Frittata Recipe

Frittata is an egg-based Italian dish similar to an omelette but cooked in a different method. The ingredients are sauteed in an oven-safe skillet and then baked. It is so easy and fast to make. It is perfect for a light breakfast or dinner. Today we will learn how to make Mushroom Frittata following this easy recipe with step wise pictures.








Mushroom Frittata




 Prep Time : 10 mins

 

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Kaima Idli Recipe-Leftover Idly Recipe

This is a simple and quick dish made with leftover idlis. It can be had as a snack or even for dinner. If you are bored of eating plain idlis, make this kaima idli for a change. Today we will learn how to make kaima idli following this easy recipe with step wise pictures. 








Leftover Idly Recipe-Kaima Idli




 Prep Time : 10 mins

 Cook Time : 15 mins 
 Yields: 1 cup
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Blueberry Bran Muffins Recipe-Low Fat Moist Blueberry Whole Wheat Bran Muffins

I am deeply touched by the love and affection people shower on me. A reader got me a bag of dried blueberries from US, when she came to India. I was deeply touched by her gesture. Since I do not get fresh blueberries in my place, I have used the dry blueberries she got to make these Low Fat Moist Blueberry Whole Wheat Bran Muffins. Stay tuned for more blueberry recipes. I adapted the recipe

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Millet Arisi Upma-Thinai Rava Upma Recipe-Foxtail Millet Arisi Upma

Foxtail millet is "thinai" in Tamil. Thinai upma is made from thinai rava. You can substitute thinai rava with any other millet rava and follow the same procedure. This was sitting in my draft for more than a year, I thought it is time I share this recipe as it is long since I posted a millet recipe. This upma is very delicious and filling. It can be made for breakfast or dinner. The best

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Egg Vegetable Omelette Recipe-How to make Vegetable Omelet

Vegetable Egg omelet can be enjoyed anytime of the day. Paired with bread, it makes a quick, delicous and protein rich breakfast. This vegetable omelette can be make in a few minutes. It is a great way to sneak veggies in your kids diet. Learn how to make this quick and easy veg omelet with these easy to follow steps.








Egg Vegetable Omelette




 Prep Time : 5 mins

 Cook Time : 10 mins

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