Boxfit Meal
Boxfit Meal
B O X F IT
Dinner CHANNA DAAL, PANEER 2 TOFU GOMAE 2 serving
BHURJI, GREEN LEAFY serving each
VEGETABLES
B O X F IT
21st August, Option 1 Amount Option 2 Amount
Saturday
Upon MORNING ROUTINE As much as
you need
Waking
Breakfast VEGETABLE OATS 2 serving TOAST, FRIED EGG 2
serving each
B O X F IT
Lunch HARI SABZI, LEFTOVER 2 COMPOSITE ROTI, 2
DAAL PARATHA, INDIAN serving each PARWAL/TINDORA serving each
SALAD SABZI, EGG BHURJI
Pre- PROTEIN SHAKE 1 serving APPLE, ALMONDS 2
Workout serving each
Dinner GREEN MOONG CHILLA, 2 CHICKPEA CUTLETS, 2
HARI SABZI serving each VEGETABLE SALAD serving each
B O X F IT
26th August, Option 1 Amount Option 2 Amount
Thursday
Upon MORNING ROUTINE As much as
you need
Waking
Breakfast PROTEIN POHA 2 EGG WHITE VEGETABLE 3 serving
serving each OMELETTE
Lunch ROTI, HARI SABZI, 2 BOILED EGG SANDWICH 2 serving
DAAL/PULSES serving each
Pre- PROTEIN SHAKE 1 serving HEALTHY MOONG BHEL 2 serving
Workout
Dinner HARI SABZI, INDIAN serving each CHINESE PANEER/TOFU 2 serving
SALAD ,LEFTOVER DAAL
PARATHA
B O X F IT
Breakfast VEGETABLE OATS 2 serving FRIED EGG, TOAST, 2 serving
BROCCOLI OR BEANS
Lunch DAAL/PULSES, ALOO 2 QUINOA PULAO 2
SHIMLA MIRCH, BROWN serving each serving each
RICE
Pre- 1 serving 2 serving
PROTEIN SHAKE HUMMUS AND
Workout
CUCUMBER
Dinner INDIAN SALAD, 2 serving CHICKPEA SALAD 2 serving
LEFTOVER DAAL each
PARATHA, GREEN LEAFY
VEGETABLES
B O X F IT
Dinner VEGETABLE TIKKI 2 serving VEGETABLE STIR FRY, 2
TOFU IN LEMON GARLIC serving each
SAUCE
B O X F IT
2nd Option 1 Amount Option 2 Amount
September,
Thursday
Upon MORNING ROUTINE As much as
you need
Waking
Breakfast PROTEIN POHA 2 serving TOAST, FRIED EGG 3 serving
Lunch GREEN LEAFY 2 EGG KATHI ROLL 2 serving
VEGETABLES, LEGUMES, serving each
BROWN RICE
Pre- PROTEIN SHAKE 1 serving RAW LENTIL SALAD 2 serving
Workout
Dinner MOONG DAAL, INDIAN 2 TERIYAKI TOFU 2 serving
SALAD, GREEN LEAFY serving each
VEGETABLES
B O X F IT
Upon MORNING ROUTINE As much as
you need
Waking
Breakfast VEGETABLE OATS 2 serving FRIED EGG, TOAST, 2 serving
AVOCADO each
Lunch HARI SABZI, ROTI, KOFTA 2 PANEER TIKKA ROLL 2 serving
CURRY serving each
Pre- PROTEIN SHAKE 1 serving 2 serving
HUMMUS AND each
Workout
CUCUMBER
Dinner CHICKPEA CUTLETS, 2 LETTUCE WRAP (VEG) 2 serving
VEGETABLE QUINOA serving each
SALAD
B O X F IT
Pre- PROTEIN SHAKE 1 serving HEALTHY MOONG BHEL 2 serving
Workout
Dinner CHICKPEA CUTLETS, 2 STUFFED CHILLA, GREEN 2 serving
BALSAMIC SPINACH serving each LEAFY VEGETABLE each
MUSHROOM
B O X F IT
9th Option 1 Amount Option 2 Amount
September,
Thursday
Upon MORNING ROUTINE As much as
you need
Waking
Breakfast OATS CHILLA 2 FRIED EGG, TOAST 3 serving
serving each
Lunch LEFTOVER DAAL 2 VEGETABLE STIR FRY, 2 serving
PARATHA, KOFTA CURRY, serving each TOFU IN LEMON GARLIC each
INDIAN SALAD SAUCE
Pre- PROTEIN SHAKE 1 serving BHUTTA 2 serving
Workout
Dinner GREEN MOONG CHILLA, 2 CHINESE PANEER/ TOFU 2 serving
VEGETABLE STIR FRY serving each
B O X F IT
11th Option 1 Amount Option 2 Amount
September,
Saturday
Upon MORNING ROUTINE As much as
you need
Waking
Breakfast VEGETABLE OATS 2 serving FRIED EGG, TOAST, 2 serving
AVOCADO
Lunch ROTI, KOFTA CURRY, 2 THAI CURRY VEG, CAULI 2 serving
BHINDI serving each RICE OR QUINOA each
Pre- 1 serving 2 serving
PROTEIN SHAKE HUMMUS AND each
Workout
CUCUMBER
Dinner VEGETABLE TIKKI 2 serving CHICKPEA CUTLETS 2 serving
B O X F IT
SERVING SIZE GUIDE
YOUR PLATE SHOULD LOOK LIKE THIS: 1/2 VEGETABLES, 1/4 GRAINS, 1/4 PROTEIN
B O X F IT
B O X F IT
ALL SERVING SIZES ARE OF COOKED FOODS
VEGETABLES VEGETABLES
1 CUP 220 grams 1 SERVING 220 grams
1/2 CUP 110 grams 2 SERVINGS 440 grams
1/4 CUP 55 grams 3 SERVING 660 grams
FRUITS FRUITS
1 CUP 140 grams 1 SERVING 140 grams
1/2 CUP 70 grams 2 SERVINGS 280 grams
PROTEIN PROTEIN
1 CUP 150 grams 1 SERVING 100 grams
1/2 CUP 75 grams 2 SERVINGS 200 grams
1/3 CUP 50 grams 3 SERVINGS 300 grams
1/4 CUP 37 grams
GRAINS GRAINS
1 CUP 150 grams 1 SERVING 75 grams
1/2 CUP 75 grams 2 SERVINGS 150 grams
1/3 CUP 50 grams
1/4 CUP 37 grams
DAIRY DAIRY
1 CUP 220 ml 1 SERVING 220 ml
1/2 CUP 110 ml 2 SERVINGS 240 ml
1/4 CUP 60 ml
TABLESPOON
1 TBSP 14 grams
1/2 TBSP 8 grams
TEASPOON
1 TSP 4 grams
1/2 TSP 2 grams
B O X F IT
WHOLE FOODS ALLOWED
NUTS & SEEDS: Almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds,
sunflower seeds, hemp seeds
CHEW YOUR FOOD WELL BECAUSE DIGESTION BEGINS IN THE MOUTH, AND
REMEMBER, METABLOSIM IS ALL ABOUT DIGESTION!
B O X F IT
ANABOLIC FRENCH TOAST VEG 1
TOFU TOMATO PASTA 2
THAI CURRY NOODLE SOUP WITH VEGETABLES 3
THAI CURRY SOUP WITH VEGETABLES AND TOFU OR PANEER 4
VEG ZUCCHINI PESTO PASTA WITH AVOCADO 5
LEMON AND HERB INFUSED FISH WITH QUINOA SALAD 6
THAI CURRY SOUP WITH PRAWNS AND VEGETABLES 7
CHICKEN AND CHICKPEA STEW 8
EGG DROP/PANEER VEGETABLE SOUP 9
CHILLI CARAMEL TOFU/PANEER STEAK WITH BURNT GARLIC BOK CHOY 10
VEGAN STEWED APPLE OATMEAL 11
PROTEIN POHA 12
BUDDHA BOWL EGG 13
KOHLRABI SABZI 14
ANABOLIC FRENCH TOAST 15
PROTEIN PANCAKES 16
GAWAR KI SABZI 17
BAKED BELL PEPPERS 18
PETHA SABZI 19
PROTEIN VEGAN BREAKFAST BURRITO 20
MINCED MEAT CUTLETS, 21
BOILED EGG SANDWICH 22
COTTAGE CHEESE/TOFU IN LEMON GARLIC SAUCE 23
BUDDHA BOWL NON VEG 24
BAINGAN KA BHARTA 25
KALA CHANNA 26
VEGAN TOFU/PANEER SCRAMBLE WITH MUSHROOMS 27
OPEN BURGER- NON VEG 28
CRISPY PANEER SANDWICH 29
MOONG DAAL 30
CHILLI CARAMEL GRILLED FISH/CHICKEN STEAK WITH BURNT GARLIC BOK CHOY 31
KADHI OR KACHIMORU 32
B O X F IT
AVOCADO 33
CHICKEN/FISH CURRY 34
BUDDHA BOWL VEG 35
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN/FISH WITH CORIANDER CAULIFLOWER RICE 35
OPEN BURGER-VEG 36
SALAD 37
VEGAN CASHEW DIP 38
VEGAN COCONUT CHICKPEA STEW WITH QUINOA 39
EGGPLANT AND CHICKPEA STEW 40
CHICKEN CURRY 41
CHANNA DAAL 42
PALAK PANEER 43
SARSON KA SAAG 44
EGG ZUCCHINI PESTO NOODLES 45
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER 46
CAULIFLOWER PAV BHAJI 47
BARLEY SALAD 48
VEG PROTEIN PANCAKES 50
BAKED AVOCADO EGG 51
BOILED EGG AND SPROUTS 52
TRAIL MIX 53
SPROUTS 54
VEG BELL PEPPERS 55
CHIMICHURRI 56
BEANS PORIYAL 57
ARHAR DAAL (SAMBHAR) 58
RAGI ROTI 59
VEG MOUSSAKA 60
B O X F IT
PROTEIN APPLE AND OATS 61
PATA GOBHI 62
ROTI 63
TERIYAKI TOFU 64
BAJRA ROTI 65
VEGAN CHOCOLATE MOUSSE 66
BEETROOT SHAMMI KEBABS IN A ICEBERG POCKET WITH HUMMUS 67
CHOCOLATE SMOOTHIE BOWL 68
MARINATED CHICKEN OR FISH 69
MOONG DAAL CHILLA 70
CARROT AND PEA SABZI 71
SPINACH AND EGG/PANEER CUTLETS 72
CUCUMBER RAITA 73
VEGETABLE SALAD 74
EGG WHITE VEGETABLE OMELETTE 75
EGG WHITE SCRAMBLED EGG WITH VEGETABLES 76
BROCCOLI OR BEANS 77
VEGETABLE QUINOA SALAD 78
MATAR PANEER 79
SPRING ONION PESTO 80
PROTEIN SHAKE 81
PROTEIN SHAKE WITHOUT PROTEIN POWDER 82
ROASTED SWEET POTATO 83
HOMEMADE PEANUT BUTTER 84
GRILLED CHICKEN OR FISH 85
HUMMUS AND CUCUMBER 86
BLACK CHANNA HUMMUS 87
CAULIFLOWER BIRYANI 88
B O X F IT
KHICHADI 89
PANEER/TOFU BHURJI 90
GRILLED COTTAGE CHEESE/TOFU 91
CHOLA OR RAJMA 92
INDIAN STYLE MARINATED CHICKEN OR FISH 93
CAULI RICE OR QUINOA OR BLACK RICE 94
RAGI AND OATS DOSA 95
EGG (ANDA) BHURJI 96
DAHI CHICKEN 97
SPICY WHOLE BEAN (MOONG BEAN) SPROUTS 97
OATS CHILLA 98
BEETROOT ROTI 99
MORNING ROUTINE 100
MAKHANA 111
URAD DAAL 112
KALA CHANNA CURRY 113
RAW LENTIL SALAD 114
AVOCADO CHOCOLATE MOUSSE 115
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER 116
GREEN CHUTNEY 117
VEGAN CASHEW DIP 118
VEGETABLE TIKKI 119
STIR FRY VEGETABLES 120
THAI PAPAYA SALAD 121
ZOODLES WITH CHICKEN 122
PROTEIN CUTLET 123
COTTAGE CHEESE IN MUSHROOM SAUCE 124
CHICKEN IN MUSHROOM SAUCE 125
B O X F IT
CHAAS 126
MILET UPMA 127
CURD RICE 128
SWEET POTATO WITH GUACAMOLE 129
PANEER TIKKA ROLL 130
EGG KATHI ROLL 131
CHICKEN ROLL 132
ZUCCHINI BOATS NV 133
ZUCCHINI BOATS V 134
SALMON FILET WITH ASPARAGUS 135
BAKED ALMOND CRUSTED FISH WITH SPINACH 136
VEGETABLE DALIYA 137
ASH GOURD (SAFED PETHA) JUICE 138
CHICKPEA AND COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD 139
SPINACH AND CORN BAKE 140
TUNA CUCUMBER SUSHI 141
OVERNIGHT OATS 142
PROTEIN BALLS 143
CRISPY KALE/SPINACH CHIPS 144
ROASTED CHICKPEAS 145
ALMOND BUTTER 146
CHICKEN SANDWICH 147
MUESLI WITH YOGHURT 148
PARWAL/TINDORA SABZI 149
PANEER BHURJI 150
FRUIT 151
COCONUT CHUTNEY 152
SMOOTHIE PROTEIN BOWL 153
B O X F IT
TERIYAKI PANEER 154
METHI ALOO 155
CHOCOLATE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE BOWL 156
VEG BURRITO 157
GREEN PROTEIN SMOOTHIE 158
SAUTEED SPINACH AND MUSHROOM 159
DAHI 160
VEG PANCAKES 161
EGG CURRY 162
HOMEMADE PIZZA 163
PROTEIN COFFEE SHAKE 164
SHAKSHUKA 165
BURRITO (GL, LF) 166
LETTUCE WRAP (VEG) 167
LETTUCE WRAP (NON VEG) 168
GLUTEN-FREE PASTA 169
PROTEIN MUG CAKE 170
BAKED BEANS 171
BEETROOT JUICE 172
KALE CHICKEN SALAD 173
KALE SALAD 174
OVERNIGHT CHOCOLATE OATS 175
QUINOA VEGETABLE POT 176
TURMERIC OATS 177
SUGAR-FREE OATS 178
MOONG DAAL AND SPINACH IDLI 179
STUFFED CHILLA 180
ROAST CHICKEN 181
B O X F IT
CHICKPEA CUTLET 182
COCONUT WATER 183
SINGHARA CHILLA 184
SAMAK CHAWAL 185
HANDFUL OF PEANUTS 186
AMARANTH ROTI 187
FRITTATA 188
FISH CURRY 189
FALAFEL 190
THAI CURRY NON VEG 191
THAI CURRY VEG 192
CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE 193
CAULIFLOWER EGG FRIED RICE 194
TORI CHANNA DAAL 195
LAUKI/GHIYA KI SABZI 196
BHINDI 197
LOBIA PALAK CURRY 198
KARELA SABZI 199
TENDIL OR KUNDRU KI SABZI 200
MUESLI WITH MYLK 201
VEGAN OVERNIGHT OATS 202
TUNA SUSHI 203
CHICKPEA SALAD 204
VEGETABLE OATS 205
HOMEMADE FALAFEL BURGER 206
SATVIK PUMPKIN SOUP 207
TERIYAKI CHICKEN/FISH 208
SUGAR-FREE PANCAKES 209
B O X F IT
VEGAN SMOOTHIE BOWL 210
HUMMUS 211
CUCUMBER SALAD 212
HEALTHY MOONG BHEL 213
CHINESE PANEER/ TOFU 214
CHINESE CHICKEN/ FISH 215
BEAN SALAD 216
PROTEIN SALAD 217
GREEK YOGHURT 218
ORANGE SMOOTHIE 219
VEGETABLE ROLL 220
SAUTEED VEGETABLES 221
LOW CARB NAAN 222
BUTTER CHICKEN 223
CAULIFLOWER PAV BHAJI 224
PEPPER CHICKEN 225
BANANA ICE CREAM 226
PALAK CORN 227
VEG BIRYANI 228
COMPOSITE ROTI 229
FRIED EGG 230
BANANA HEMP MATCHA SMOOTHIE 231
VEGETABLE JUICE 232
SOYABEAN DAAL 233
KOFTA CURRY 234
GREEN MOONG CHILLA 235
HOMEMADE GRANOLA 236
AMARANTH SAAG SABZI 237
B O X F IT
BUTTER PANEER 238
BHUTTA 239
QUINOA PIZZA 240
ALOO SHIMLA MIRCH 241
TOFU GOMAE 242
ASIAN LETTUCE CUP 243
LEFTOVER DAAL PARANTHA 244
QUINOA PULOA 245
SATTU SHAKE 246
FRUIT SALAD 247
MASOOR DAAL 248
NICE CREAM 249
FISH AND CHIPS 250
GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES 251
HARI SABZI 252
VEGETABLE STIR FRY 253
DAAL/PULSES 254
LEGUMES 255
B O X F IT
ANABOLIC FRENCH TOAST VEG*
Ingredients Instructions
~2 tbsps plant-based milk 1. In a bowl, add plant-based milk, cinnamon, and honey.
~2 slices whole wheat bread (low carb) Whisk until spices are evenly distributed throughout the
~1 tsp cinnamon mixture.
~1 tbsp honey
2. Heat a flat pan over low-medium heat. Drizzle the oil
~1 tsp vanilla extract on it
~Handful of blueberries or strawberries
~1 tsp olive oil or 1 spray of low fat cooking oil 3. Dip bread slices into the mixture, and transfer to the
pan.
Makes 1 serving
TOFU TOMATO PASTA
Ingredients Instructions
~100-150 g spiralised zucchini or grain free 1. In a shallow pan spray some cooking oil, add the
noodles chopped garlic and saute until golden brown. Then
~2-3 tomatoes pureed add the tomato puree and cook on low flame for 5
~handful of fresh basil minutes.
~salt to taste
~4 garlic cloves 2. Season the puree with salt, oregano and basil
~oregano then add the tofu.
~42g extra firm tofu cut into cubes (can omit)
~1/2 serving veggies 3. Lastly add the spiralised zucchini and mix well.
~cooking spray Garnish with fresh basil and a few chopped walnuts
and serve hot.
Makes 1 serving
THAI CURRY NOODLE SOUP WITH VEGETABLES
Ingredients Instructions
~2 tablespoons olive oil 1. Take 100 gms of rice noodles and soak them in
~4 cloves garlic, minced water for 30 mins before you start your prep.
~2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
~2 tablespoons red curry paste 2. Heat a large stockpot to medium-high heat.
~2 cups vegetable stock or broth Sauté the garlic and ginger in the oil for 1-2
~2 cups light coconut milk minutes. Smash the lemongrass and add it along
~100 gms flat rice noodles with the red curry paste and stir continuously for
~lemongrass another 1-2 minutes on low flame.
~1 cup bean sprouts
~1/2 cup button mushrooms, sliced 3. Add the vegetable stock or broth and stir
~thinly sliced fresh red chili peppers (optional) thoroughly, scraping up any bits stuck to the
~thinly sliced bell pepper (optional) bottom of the pot. Bring to a boil.
~100 gms tofu cut into cubes (optional)
4. Add the vegetables of your choice at this time,
GARNISH followed by the noodles. Reduce heat to low, cover,
~1-2 limes cut up into wedges and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
~sliced spring onions or scallions
~fresh cilantro 5. Add the coconut milk at this stage as it doesn't
~fresh basil need to be cooked. Taste the broth and season to
~peanuts preference with salt and/or a dash of soy sauce or
fish sauce if needed.
Ingredients Instructions
~2 tbsp red curry paste or tom kha paste 1. Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium
~1 tbsp olive oil high heat. Add the curry paste on low flame and
~100 ml coconut milk cook for 2 minutes. Add the tofu or paneer and
~1 1/2 cup vegetable broth cook till it's coated with the curry paste for about 1-
~1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut amino if soy 2 minutes.
intolerant)
~fish sauce to taste 2. Add the stock once it starts to stick to the pan.
~2 cups vegetable mix (cabbage, mushroom, Bring to a boil and add the base of the bok choy,
bok choy {wash and separate the stem and after 2 minutes add the rest of the vegetables and
leaf}) let the cook for 5 minutes.
~200 gms tofu or paneer cut into cubes
~1/2 lime, juiced 3. Add the coconut milk, remove from heat and
add lime juice. Taste and add more lime juice, fish
sauce, or salt if needed.
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
LEMON AND HERB INFUSED FISH WITH QUINOA SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~White fish fillet, 175 grams 1. Preheat the oven to 200-degree Celsius.
~olive oil, 1 tsp (alternatively grill on the pan). Whisk together
~lemon juice, 30 ml lemon juice, olive oil and fresh herbs in a small
~asparagus 2 spears (stems peeled) or 1/2 bowl
cup beans/chawli
~small broccoli, cut into florets 3. Place fish fillets on a baking tray lined with
~peas, fresh or frozen, 60 grams baking paper and sprinkle with a small amount of
~quinoa, uncooked, 60 grams salt and pepper, followed by the lemon and herb
~water, 170 ml mixture. Place the tray in the oven and bake fish
~Thyme to taste until it is cooked through and opaque.
~Oregano to taste
~Salt to taste 4. Meanwhile, place quinoa and 160ml cup water
in a saucepan over high heat and cover. Bring to
the boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 10 to
Makes 2 servings 12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed
Ingredients Instructions
~2 tbsp red curry paste or tom kha paste 1. Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-
~1 tbsp olive oil high heat. Add the curry paste on low flame and
~100 ml coconut milk cook for 2 minutes. Add the chicken (if using
~1 1/2 cup chicken broth prawns add with the vegetables) and cook till it's
~1 tbsp soy sauce (use coconut amino is soy coated with the curry paste for about 1-2 minutes.
intolerant)
~fish sauce to taste 2. Add the stock once it starts to stick to the pan.
~2 cups vegetable mix (cabbage, mushroom, Bring to a boil and add the base of the bok choy,
bok choy {wash and separate the stem and after 2 minutes add the rest of the vegetables
leaf}) (along with the prawns). Turn down and let simmer
~200 gms chicken breast (1 piece), chopped for 8-10 minutes.
cut into cubes or 200 gms prawns, deveined
and cleaned 3. Add the coconut milk, remove from heat and
~1/2 lime, juiced add lime juice. Taste and add more lime juice, fish
~You can add 50 gms of soba/egg or rice sauce, or salt if needed.
noodle if your wish
4. Garnish with green onions or cilantro (dhaniya)
or even peanuts!
Makes 2 servings
CHICKEN AND CHICKPEA STEW
Ingredients Instructions
1/2 red pepper 1. Add the oil and spices to a pan and cook for 1
~3 cloves garlic, minced minute. Then add the garlic and ginger and cook
~100 gms chicken, chunks for 2 minutes until golden. Add the chicken and
~1 tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger coat in the spices for 2 minutes.
~1 tsp curry powder (optional)
~1 tsp ground cumin 2. Add the broth, then the quinoa and let it simmer
~1 tsp ground coriander for 15 minutes until the quinoa is cooked. Stir in
~1 tsp cinnamon powder the chickpeas, coconut milk and cilantro, turn off
~2 cups vegetable broth the heat.
~1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
~1 cup soaked and boiled chickpeas
~1/2 cup light coconut milk
~1/4 cup packed, fresh cilantro, finely
chopped
~salt and pepper, to taste
Makes 2 servings
EGG DROP/PANEER VEGETABLE SOUP
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups or 2 handfuls raw spinach or amaranth 1. Add stock, and salt/soy to a large stockpot.
leaves Bring to a boil, and add the chopped spinach,
spring onion, and corn and let it cook in the broth.
~1/2 cup corn, fresh or frozen
~1 green onion (only green part) 2. Whisk the eggs together in a small bowl. Stir the
~3 egg white broth with a fork and slowly pour the eggs into the
~2 cups vegetable stock soup, scramble well.
~1 tbsp soya or 1 tsp salt
~few drops of sesame oil (2-3) 3. Garnish with the green of the spring onion and
sesame oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Makes 1 serving
CHILLI CARAMEL TOFU/PANEER STEAK WITH BURNT GARLIC BOK CHOY
Ingredients Instructions
VEGETABLE 1. Chop the bok choy, stem and leaf separate. Heat
a pan and add the oil followed by garlic, cook on
~1 bok choy bunch (can be replaced with low-medium flame for 1 minute. Once the garlic
broccoli or beans) turns brown, add the stem of the bok choy and let it
~1 tbsp chopped garlic cook on low flame with the lid on for 2 mins.
~1/2 tbsp olive oil Remove the lid and add the leaves. Cook for
~1/4 tsp chilli powder another minute, season with salt and then set
~salt to taste aside.
~green onions
2. Mix all the ingredients under 'sauce' in a bowl,
PROTEIN set aside.
~100 gms tofu block or paneer
~1 tsp olive oil 3. Heat a pan on medium to high heat. Add the oil,
pan-fry the tofu until the bottom turns slightly
SAUCE crispy and brown. Repeat the same for the other
~3 tablespoons water side. Keep protein aside.
~1/2 tablespoon honey
~3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar 4. Add the sauce mixture followed by the tofu.
~Juice of 1 orange/kino Lower the heat to simmer and continue to cook
~2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil until the caramel sauce reduces and becomes
~1 fresh lime juice amber in colour. Make sure you turn the protein a
~1 tablespoons finely grated freshly peeled couple of times during cooking.
ginger root
5. Garnish and enjoy with the side of bok choy
Garnish
~1 scallion or spring onions
~1/4 cup loosely packed cilantro sprigs
Makes 2 servings
VEGAN STEWED APPLE OATMEAL
Ingredients Instructions
~1 apple, cut into cubes of thin pieces 1. Wash the oats in a pot and then cook them in
~1/3 cup any kind of oats water with the cinnamon sticks and the protein
~1 cup water powder. Cook for 5 mins on medium to low flame
~½ teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1- 4 inch
cinnamon stick 2. Chop the apple into cubes or lengthwise. Add the
~pinch of salt apples into the and let it cook on low flame for 2
~1 tbsp flax or chia seeds minutes. Taste and add salt if required.
~1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
(optional) 3. Once the apples are soft (not soggy), pour the
porridge into a bowl and sprinkle the seeds on top
along with a dollop of nut butter
Makes 1 serving
NOTE- If you need a sweetener add 1 tbsp, organic
honey, DO NOT HEAT/COOK THE HONEY.
VEGETABLE PROTEIN POHA
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup dry beaten rice (poha) 1. Place the beaten rice on a sieve and wash lightly.
~1/2 cup mixed sprouts Drain and leave aside for 10 minutes.
~1 tsp olive oil or ghee
~1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson) 2. Heat oil in a non-stick pan and add the mustard
~1 cup chopped vegetables of your choices seeds and curry leaves. When the seeds crackle, add
(carrot, peas, tomato, peppers)
the onions and green chillies and sauté on a medium
~Handful of curry leaves
~1/4 cup finely chopped onions flame for a few minutes or till the onions turn light
~1 tsp finely chopped green chillies brown in colour.
~1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
~salt to taste 3. Add the mixed sprouts and poha and sauté on a
~1 tbsp lemon juice medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
~Fresh coriander
4. Add turmeric powder and salt, mix well and cook
Makes 1 servings on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add ¼ cup of water
if needed and mix well. Cook on a medium flame for 1
to 2 minutes.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup uncooked couscous or quinoa 1. Make the sauce by combining all the ingredients
~1 small broccoli head cut into florets or bok in a small mixie jar or use a hand-blended. Slowly
choy add the 2 oils and emulsify well.
~1 small carrot peeled and cut into small
chunks 2. Boil the eggs for 8-10 mins.
~1/4 avocado cut into cubes or handful of
salad leaves 3. Rinse and boil the quinoa in double the amount
~1 boiled egg of water with a pinch of salt. Once it has cooked for
~2 cloves garlic, chopped about 15 mins, strain and set aside. If you're using
~1 tbsp olive oil couscous, soak in boiling water for 10 minutes with
~1 inch ginger, chopped a lid on and it should be cooked.
SAUCE 4. In a pan heat the oil and saute the garlic for
~1/4 tbsp peanut butter about 2 mins on low flame. Add the broccoli and
~2 tbsps soy sauce cook for 4 mins. If you're using bok choy then saute
~1 tbsp honey the stem first for 3 mins then add the leaves for
~1/2 cup water another 2 min. Add the carrots to the same pan
~1 tsp sesame oil and cook till tender.
~2 tbsps olive oil
5. To assemble the buddha bowl, place your choice
Makes 1 serving of grain in the centre. Slowly build it by adding
vegetables, avocado and then the seasoned egg.
Dress the bowl with the sauce, sprinkle sesame
seeds on top and enjoy!
KOHLRABI SABZI
Ingredients Instructions
~Kohlrabi sabzi (ganth gobhi) 2 whole 1. Wash the vegetables. Separate the leaves from
~1/2 tsp hing the bulb, roughly chop them and keep aside. Peel
~1 tbsp whole jeera the outer covering of the bulb and cut into small,
~1 small green chilli (hari mirch)- chopped equal bite-size cubes.
~1-inch ginger, chopped
~1/2 tsp ghee 2. In a pan, heat oil and add the ginger, cook until
golden. Then add the jeera and green chilli. Just
before adding the vegetable add the hing to the
Makes 2 servings pan.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup oats, ground in the mixie 1. Grind the oats in a mixie to make oats flour, add
~2 egg whites the egg, salt and protein powder and mix well. The
~1/2 scoop protein powder (omit if not consistency should be pourable. Add 1 tbsp of dahi
consuming) water if required.
~2 tbsp whey (dahi paani) (use plant-based (VEGANS USE ALMOND OR SOY MILK)
milk if lactose intolerant)
~1 tbsp organic honey or maple syrup 2. Heat a small pan and add 1 tsp of oil. Pour 1
~1/2 cup fresh fruit ladle of mixture on the pan, let it cook for 1 minute
and then flip over. It won't rise but the colour will
let you know if it's done. Keep the flame on low-
Makes 2 servings medium
Ingredients Instructions
~150 gms gawar/ phalli/ beans, cut 1. Heat oil in a pan, add the ginger, and saute until
~1-inch ginger, grated fragrant. Followed by jeera powder, dhaniya
~1/2 tsp jeera powder powder, and haldi.
~1/2 tsp dhaniya powder
~1/2 tsp haldi powder 2. Add the beans to the pan and mix well. Cover
~1/2 tsp red chili powder (optional) with a lid and cook on low flame for 5-10 mins.
~1 tsp ghee or mustard oil Season with salt and mix well.
~salt to taste
Makes 1 serving
BAKED BELL PEPPERS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 large bell peppers (any colour), top cut off 1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F (180 *C)
and seeds removed
~1 tsp olive oil 2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat, add
~1/2 medium onion, diced garlic and cook for a minute, then add the onion
~2 cloves garlic, minced and cook till translucent. Add the meat. Then add
~1 tomatoes, pureed the tomato puree and cook on medium-low flame
~100 gms ground chicken till the colour changes, about 8 minutes,
~1 teaspoon dried oregano
~handful fresh basil 3. Season the filling with oregano, basil, red pepper
~generous pinch red pepper flakes flakes, parsley, salt and pepper and cook for 2
~salt & pepper, to taste minutes or so. Remove from heat.
~1 tbsp grated low-fat cheese or cottage
cheese 4. Cut the bell pepper in half and fill each bell
pepper and make sure to pack it well. Sprinkle
Makes 1 serving cheese or paneer evenly on top of the peppers.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 petha/kadu, chopped into small equal 1. Heat a pan with oil and add panchporan and
pieces cook until fragrant. Then add the jeera powder,
~1 tbsp panchporan followed by the jeera powder and then hing.
~1/2 tsp hing
~1 tbsps jeera powder 2. Add the petha and toss. Cook it for almost 10
~2 green chillies, chopped minutes on medium- low flame.
~1 tsp haldi powder
~1 tsp amchoor 3. Once it's soft add the amchoor and gud. Season
~salt to taste with salt and let it cook more with the lid covered.
~1 tsp gud
~1 tbsps mustard oil
Makes 2 servings
PROTEIN VEGAN BREAKFAST BURRITO
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms extra-firm tofu (can use paneer also) 1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tsp oil over medium
or boiled chickpeas or kidney beans heat. Sauté garlic and onion for a few minutes over
~1 tsp extra virgin olive oil medium heat. Add in the peppers and mushrooms
~3 garlic cloves and sauté for 5 minutes, reducing heat if necessary
~1 diced sweet onion and stirring frequently so it doesn’t stick to the
~1/2 cup sliced mushrooms bottom.
~1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
~2 tbsp minced fresh parsley 2. Add the tofu, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and
~2 tbsp basil season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1
~1-1.5 tbsp fresh lemon juice more minute
~1/4 cup hung curd
~3/4 tsp kosher salt (or to taste) + black 3. Heat the wrap on a tava. To assemble first put
pepper the hung curd dip and place the mixture on top.
~1 whole wheat tortilla wrap Add some more fresh herbs, wrap and enjoy!
Makes 1 serving
MINCED MEAT CUTLETS
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms minced chicken/mutton/ 1. Put the minced meat in a bowl. Combine all the
~1 tsp salt ingredients and mix well. Start making cutlets and keep
~2 cloves garlic, chopped aside on a plate. If the cutlets are not keeping their
~1-inch ginger, chopped shape then grind 2 slices of bread to make bread
~1/4 cup freshly chopped coriander crumbs, coat the cutlets in the flaxseed powder and keep
~ 1 tsp olive oil on a flat plate.
~1/2 cup flaxseed powder (2 tbsps faxseed 2. Heat a large flat pan and add the oil. Place the cutlets
ground in the mixie) on the pan and cook on low-medium flame, for 5
minutes on each side or until it turns golden brown.
Makes 1 serving + 4-5 cutlets
BOILED EGG SANDWICH
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving 4. Peel the eggs and mash them along with the
seasoning. Put the avocado on 1 toast followed by
the mashed egg on top, close the sandwich and
enjoy.
COTTAGE CHEESE/TOFU IN LEMON GARLIC SAUCE
Ingredients Instructions
~Cottage Cheese or tofu 100 grams 1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan. Add garlic and
~Garlic finely chopped 1 tsp ginger and sauté till garlic is browned.
~Lemon juice 1 teaspoon
~Olive oil 1 tsp 2. Cut cottage cheese into small cubes and add to
~Ginger finely chopped 1 tsp the pan. Add salt and mix and cook on high heat till
~Salt to taste the cottage cheese is lightly browned. Add red chilli
~½ tsp Red chilli powder powder, black pepper powder, honey, lemon juice
~Black pepper powder 1/2 teaspoon and cook on high heat for 4-5 minutes.
~Honey 1 tsp
~fresh parsley springs 3. Finely chop the parsley and add to the pan.
Simmer for a minute. Transfer into a serving bowl,
Makes 1 serving garnish with parsley sprig and serve immediately.
BUDDHA BOWL NON VEG
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup couscous/quinoa 1. Make the sauce by combining all the ingredients
~1 small broccoli head cut into florets or bok in a small mixie jar or use a hand blended. Slowly
choy add the 2 oils and emulsify well.
~1 small carrot peeled and cut into small
chunks 2. Take a tbsp of the sauce, along with the chopped
~1/4 avocado cut into cubes ginger and marinate your choice of protein and
~100 gms chicken or sole fish (1 breast/filet) keep aside.
~2 cloves garlic, chopped
~1 tbsp olive oil 3. Rinse and boil the quinoa in double the amount
~1 inch ginger, chopped of water with a pinch of salt. Once it has cooked for
about 15 mins, strain and set aside. If you're using
SAUCE couscous, soak in boiling water for 10 minutes with
~1/4 tbsp peanut butter a lid on and it should be cooked.
~2 tbsps soy sauce
~1 tbsp honey 4. In a pan heat the oil and saute the garlic for
~1/2 cup water about 2 mins on low flame. Add the broccoli and
~1 tsp sesame oil cook for 4 mins. If you're using bok choy then saute
~2 tbsps olive oil the stem first for 3 mins then add the leaves for
another 2 min. Add the carrots to the same pan
and cook till tender.
Makes 1 serving
5. Heat oil and cook the marinated protein in a bit
of oil. Add more sauce to the pan if required. Keep
aside and cut into bite-size pieces.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups sabud kala channa 1. In a large flat pan, roast the channas till they
~1/2 tsp salt start to pop and the cover starts to split. This will
take about 8-10 mins. Don't let them burn! Season
Makes 4 servings with salt and enjoy!
VEGAN TOFU/PANEER SCRAMBLE WITH MUSHROOMS
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms tofu 1. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and
~1 cup raw vegetables of your choice garlic in 1 tbsp oil for a few minutes until soft.
(mushroom, tomato, corn, peas, capsicum)
~1/2 onion, diced 2. Add the mushrooms and saute until they reduce
~1 garlic clove (minced) in volume. Add the spices.
~½ tsp mustard powder
~¼ tsp turmeric 3. Crumble the tofu or paneer into the skillet, add
~½ tsp salt (or to taste) spices and stir to combine.
~⅛ tsp pepper
~1 tsp olive oil 4. Cook for a few more minutes to heat through
and let the flavours meld. Take off heat, garnish
with any herb and serve hot with 1 toast
Makes 1 serving
OPEN BURGER- NON VEG
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms minced meat/chicken 1. Boil the sweet potato in another one. (2 whistles)
~1 spring onion, finely chopped
~4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3. Combine the meat, half the garlic, mustard
~Salt to taste powder, salt and spring onions
~2 tsps olive oil
~1 tomato 4. Shape the patties and cook them in half the oil
~mustard powder on a flat pan on medium-low flame. 8 mins each
~salad leaves side.
~1 sweet potato
5. Peel the potato and cut them lengthwise into
Sauce thick fries. Heat the remaining oil in a pan and fry
~homemade tomato paste- 2 tomatoes the garlic, once the pan is very hot, add the sweet
~1 tbsp mustard sauce potato and crisp the outside. Season with salt.
~juice of 1/2 lemon
~salt and pepper 6. To assemble, lay a bed of lettuce with sliced
~1 tsp garlic powder tomato on top, drizzle the sauce on top. Place 2
~1 tsp paprika or chilli powder patties on top and add more sauce and enjoy with
~1 tbsp hung curd (omit if dairy intolerant or homemade sweet potato fries.
use vegan mayo)
7. For the sauce combine all the ingredients in a
Makes 2 servings high-speed mixie.
Ingredients Instructions
~2 slices whole wheat/rye/gluten-free bread 1. Grill thin slices of paneer or tofu in a pan on high
~30 g avocado (optional) flame, season with salt, chilli flakes and pepper.
~1 tomato
~50g tofu or paneer 2. Toast bread slightly (If you have a toastie or
~salt/pepper/chilli flakes to taste sandwich maker at-home, put the entire sandwich
~1 tsp olive oil in that at the end)
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup split washed moong 1. Wash the daal and put in a pressure cooker with
~1/2 tbsp ghee double the amount of water. Put on high flame
~1 tsp cumin seeds without the lid. On the side made a tadka in ghee
~1/2 tsp chilli powder (optional) with garlic, jeera and haldi. Add salt. Dunk into the
~1 tbsp chopped garlic pressure cooker and close the lid. Let it cook for 30
~1 tsp turmeric powder mins
~1 tsp salt
2. Open the pressure cooker and season with salt.
Makes 3 servings Garnish with coriander and serve hot.
CHILLI CARAMEL GRILLED FISH/CHICKEN STEAK WITH BURNT GARLIC BOK CHOY
Ingredients Instructions
SAUCE
3. Heat a pan on medium to high heat. Add 1/2
~1 tablespoon fish sauce tbsp oil, pan-fry the chicken or fish until the bottom
~3 tablespoons water turns slightly crispy and brown, but not completely
~1/2 tablespoon honey done. Repeat the same for the other side. Transfer
~3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar the protein out.
~Juice of 1 orange/kinnow
~2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 4. Add the Sauce mixture to a pan on low flame,
~Juice of 1 fresh lime juice followed by the chicken/fish/tofu. Simmer and
~1 tablespoons finely grated freshly peeled ginger continue to cook until the caramel sauce reduces,
root
and becomes amber in colour. Make sure you turn
Garnish the protein a couple of times during cooking.
~1 scallion or spring onions
~1/4 cup loosely packed cilantro sprigs 5. Garnish and enjoy with the side of bok choy
Makes 2 servings
KADHI OR KACHIMORU
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup curd (khatta dahi or yoghurt) 1. Mix the first three ingredients including salt, till
~2 cups water smooth in a pan. Use a whisk to stir. There should
~3 to 4 tablespoons besan (gram flour) be no lumps.
Yields roughly 2 cups (feel free to use your 4. Immediately pour this tempering into the kadhi.
home recipe, minus the pakodas. If following Cover and let the tempering flavours infuse with
Gujurati style, omit the sugar) the kadhi. Add more water if required.
Makes 2 servings
AVOCADO
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1-inch ginger 1. In a pan dry roast the dhaniya and jeera powder.
~4 garlic cloves Puree the ginger, onion and garlic with 1 tbsp water
~1 small onion, chopped and add it to the pan, cook until golden brown.
~1 tomato, pureed
~1 tsp jeera powder 2. Add the tomato puree and cook for 5 mins until
~1 tsp dhaniya powder it changes colour. Then add the chicken and fish
~1 tsp haldi and coat in the masala and after 5 mins add the
~250 gms boneless chicken or fish (sole) rest of the water. Let cook for 5-10 mins and then
~1/2 tsp salt season with salt. Cook for 5 more mins until the
~2 cups water protein is cooked and the water reduces a bit.
~Handful of curry leaves for garnishing
Makes 2 servings
BUDDHA BOWL VEG
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup couscous or quinoa 1. Make the sauce by combining all the ingredients
~1 small broccoli head cut into florets or bok in a small mixie jar or use a hand-blended. Slowly
choy add the 2 oils and emulsify well.
~1 small carrot peeled and cut into small
chunks 2. Cut your tofu or paneer into slabs. Take a tbsp of
~1/4 avocado cut into cubes the sauce, along with the chopped ginger and
~50 gms tofu/ paneer marinate your choice of protein and keep aside.
~2 cloves garlic, chopped
~1 tbsp olive oil 3. Rinse and boil the quinoa in double the amount
~1-inch ginger, chopped of water with a pinch of salt. Once it has cooked for
about 15 mins, strain and set aside. If you're using
SAUCE couscous, soak in boiling water for 10 minutes with
~1/4 tbsp peanut butter a lid on and it should be cooked.
~2 tbsps soy sauce
~1 tbsp honey 4. In a pan heat the oil and saute the garlic for
~1/2 cup water about 2 mins on low flame. Add the broccoli and
~1 tsp sesame oil cook for 4 mins. If you're using bok choy then saute
~2 tbsps olive oil the stem first for 3 mins then add the leaves for
another 2 min. Add the carrots to the same pan
and cook till tender.
Makes 1 serving
5. Heat oil and cook the marinated protein in a bit
of oil. Add more sauce to the pan if required. Keep
aside and cut into bite-size pieces.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup soaked and boiled chickpeas/kala 1. Boil the overnight soaked legumes in a pressure
channa/rajma cooker with salt. (4 whistles)
~1 spring onion, finely chopped
~4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2. Boil the sweet potato in another one. (2 whistles)
~Salt to taste
~2 tbsps olive oil 3. Once the chickpeas are cooked, put them in a
~1 tomato, and or 1/2 cucumber bowl and mash then with the spring onion, half the
~mustard powder garlic, mustard powder and salt.
~salad leaves
~1 sweet potato 4. Shape the patties and cook them in half the oil
on a flat pan. 4 mins each side.
SAUCE
~homemade tomato paste- 2 tomatoes 5. Peel the potato and cut them lengthwise into
~1 tbsp mustard sauce thick fries. Heat the remaining oil in a pan and fry
~juice of 1/2 lemon the garlic, once the pan is very hot, add the sweet
~salt and pepper potato and crisp the outside. Season with salt.
~1 tsp garlic powder
~1 tsp paprika or chilli powder 6. To assemble, lay a bed of lettuce with sliced
~1 tbsp hung curd (omit if dairy intolerant or tomato on top, drizzle the sauce on top. Place 2
use vegan mayo patties on top and add more sauce and enjoy with
homemade sweet potato fries.
Makes 2 servings
7. For the sauce combine all the ingredients in a
high-speed mixie.
SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups assorted salad leaves (iceberg, 1. Wash and dry the salad leaves. Break them into
rocket, kale) bite-size pieces. Steam the beans in the microwave
~1/2 cup steamed french beans in a bowl with the lid.
~1/2 cup cut cherry tomatoes, carrot or
beetroot 2. Combine all the ingredients for the dressing
~1/2 cup cubed avocado or feta cheese except the oil, emulsify that at the end.
~1/4 cup mixture of pumpkin, sunflower and
flax seeds 3. Combine all the ingredients of the salad, mix in
~1/4 cup canned tuna in brine (for non- the dressing and enjoy.
vegetarians)
DRESSING
Makes 2 servings
VEGAN CASHEW DIP
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup cashews, soaked in warm water for 2 1. Drain the water from the cashews and blend into
hours a smooth paste in a high-speed blender. Add the
~1–2 cloves garlic garlic and seasoning. Add more water in case
~1 tsp chilli flakes or oregano required.
~1 teaspoon salt
Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Makes 8 servings
VEGAN COCONUT CHICKPEA STEW WITH QUINOA
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 red pepper 1. Add the oil and spices to a pan and cook for 1
~3 cloves garlic, minced minute. Then add the garlic and ginger and cook
~1 tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger for 2 minutes until golden. Add the stock/broth.
~1 tsp curry powder (optional)
~1 tsp ground cumin 2. Add the quinoa and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
~1 tsp ground coriander Stir in the chickpeas, coconut milk and cilantro,
~1 tsp cinnamon powder turn off the heat and let it sit another 5-10 minutes.
~2 cups vegetable broth
~1/2 cup boiled quinoa
~1 cup soaked and boiled chickpeas
~1/2 cup light coconut milk
~1/4 cup packed, fresh cilantro, finely
chopped
~salt and pepper, to taste
Makes 2 servings
EGGPLANT AND CHICKPEA STEW
Ingredients Instructions
~Olive oil, 1 tsp 1. Add olive oil in a large non-stick saucepan over
~Onion, chopped, 1/2 medium heat.
~Garlic cloves crushed, 2
~Large eggplant, 1 2. Add the onion, crush garlic, cumin and coriander
~Chickpeas, soaked and boiled, 450 grams and cook until the onion is soft and translucent,
~Pure of 4 tomatoes, 200 grams stirring occasionally
~Vegetable Stock or water, 250 ml
~Quinoa uncooked, 170 grams 3. Add the cubed eggplant, crushed tomatoes and
~cummin powder, 1 tsp chickpeas along with the vegetable stock
~cinnamon powder, 1/2 tsp
~coriander powder, 1/2 tsp 4. Allow to simmer over a medium-low heat,
~salt and pepper, to taste covered for 15-20 minutes or until the eggplant is
~fresh coriander springs to garnish tender
Ingredients Instructions
~4 eggs/ 200 gms fish filet or mutton 1. Heat 2 cups of water in a pan and add a pinch of salt.
~salt as required Once the eggs have boiled for 10 mins, take the pan off
~1 onion the flame and remove the shells of the eggs.
~1/2 piece ginger Alternatively, prepare the fish filet or chicken chunks.
~red chilli as required 2. Next, chop the onion, ginger, garlic cloves and green
~1/2 teaspoon coriander powder chillies and keep them aside. Next, add the tomato to a
~3/4 teaspoon garam masala powder blender jar and blend it to make a thick paste.
~2 cup water Meanwhile, heat some olive oil in a wok over a medium
~1 tomato flame and add garlic cloves along with ginger in it. Saute
~2 green chilli them until they turn soft and you can smell the aroma of
~4 cloves garlic garlic. Now add the onions along with green chillies. Let
~3/4 teaspoon turmeric the onions become soft and turn golden brown in colour.
~2 tablespoon virgin olive oil
3. Next, season this mixture with spices like turmeric, red
chilli powder, garam masala, coriander powder and salt.
Make fish or mutton curry if you’re not eating (Add the chicken/fish at this stage) Mix the ingredients
eggs. well until you can smell the cooked spices. Once done,
add the blended tomato paste to this and stir it to coat
all the ingredients with spices.
Makes 2 servings
4. Once the gravy becomes thick, add the egg and mix
them in the curry to coat them evenly. Let the dish
simmer for a while and stir it occasionally. Once done,
Take it off the flame and transfer the dish in a serving
bowl.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup channa daal 1. Wash the channa daal thoroughly. Fill water till 2
~1 tbsp ghee inches above the daal and put the pressure cooker
~1 teaspoon cumin seeds on high flame without the lid.
~2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
~1 medium-sized tomato 2. Puree 1 tomato in a mixie and set aside. Make a
~½ to 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger or 1- tadka in ghee, add the green chilli and ginger, keep
inch ginger stirring so that it doesn't stick to the pan. Add the
~½ teaspoon chopped green chillies tomato puree and keep stirring until the water has
~½ teaspoon red chilli powder evaporated and the colour has turned slightly
~¼ teaspoon turmeric powder brown. Add the haldi powder and add the tadka to
~salt as required the pressure cooker. Cover the lid and let it cook on
~Fresh chopped coriander leaves (cilantro) high flame for about 45 mins.
Makes 2 servings
3. Garnish the daal with fresh dhaniya and lemon
juice if required.
PALAK PANEER
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~Bathua- 1 gadi washed (can replace with 1. Wash the leaves and boil in a pressure cooker
spinach) (without adding more water) along salt and the
~Sarson- 1 gadi washed whole green chilli for 15-20 mins (2-3 whistles).
~1 tsp salt
~1-2 whole green chillies (depending on taste) 2. Put the leaves in a mixie and blend to a paste.
~Ginger, 2 inches finely chopped
~Jeera powder, 1 tsp 3. In a deep pot, heat the ghee and add the
~1 tbsp Desi ghee chopped ginger (use lots). Add the besan and cook
~1 tbsp besan (gram flour) until golden brown (bhuno really well). When it is
almost down add the jeera powder (you can even
Makes 3 servings
use garam masala).
Ingredients Instructions
~1 medium-large green zucchini 1. Use a spiral vegetable slicer or cut the zucchini
~1 tbsp olive oil lengthwise into thin long slices. Make the slices flat
~1 tbsp chopped garlic and cut into long thin noodles. Keep aside.
~2 tbsps chopped spring onions
~Salt to taste 2. Place the basil, walnuts, cheese, garlic, pepper,
~1 Large eggs olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small mixie and
blend until smooth. Add a little extra olive oil if
needed
PESTO
~2 cups packed fresh basil leaves- keep some 3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan over medium-high
aside heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until
~1 cup roughly chopped spring onion (only light golden brown, add the spring onions. Add in
green) the zoodles and 2 tbsps of pesto and salt to taste.
~¼ cup walnuts Toss for about 2 minutes and take off and garnish
~¼ cup grated cheese (exclude if vegan) with fresh basil.
~1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
~4 large clove garlic 4. Fry an egg and put it on top of the pasta
~½ teaspoon ground pepper
~1 tsp salt
(store in the fridge)
Makes 1 serving
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cauliflower head, cut into same size florets 1. preheat oven to 200*C degrees F. In a large
~2 garlic cloves, chopped bowl, mix the cauliflower and garlic with the olive
~2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, red pepper flakes,
~1 teaspoon cumin salt, and black pepper.
~1 teaspoon paprika
~1/2 teaspoon turmeric 2. Line a large baking sheet with silver foil, then
~1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes place the cauliflower in a single layer on the baking
~1 teaspoon salt sheet. Roast for 25-35 minutes or until the
~1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper cauliflower is tender and browned, stirring once.
Makes 4 servings
CAULIFLOWER PAV BHAJI
Ingredients Instructions
~2 tbsp grass-fed clarified butter ghee 1. Heat a medium to a large saucepan over
~1 medium onion diced medium heat.
~5 large cloves garlic crushed
~1 tablespoon fresh-grated ginger 2. Add the ghee and onion and cook until
~1 tablespoon garam masala spice mix translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
~3/4 teaspoon salt
~1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 3. Stir the garlic, ginger, garam masala, salt,
~1/2 teaspoon chili powder turmeric, chilli powder, and fenugreek and cook 1
~1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek minute, stirring constantly.
~1 large cauliflower head, chopped into
florets 4. Add the cauliflower, water, and tomato paste to
~1 cup water the pot. Bring to a boil, and then cover the pot, turn
~5 tablespoons tomato paste the heat down to simmer, and cook until the
~2 tablespoons unsalted butter cauliflower is tender, but not mushy, about 15 to
~1/4 cup frozen green peas thawed (optional; 20 minutes.
leave out to lower the carbs)
~1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 5. Stir in the butter, and once melted, stir in the
peas and lemon juice
Makes 8 servings
6. Serve topped with fresh cilantro leaves and
minced red onion sprinkled on top, along with fresh
lemon wedges to squeeze on top.
BARLEY SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup barley 1. Wash the barley and boil on high flame for 25
~1 cucumber, cut into cubes mins.
~1 tbsp cubed feta cheese or avocado
~1 cup salad leaves of your choice 2. Make the dressing by adding the oil slowly at the
~1/2 cup soaked and boiled chickpeas (if you end so that it emulsifies.
want to make it more wholesome)
~1/4 cup pomegranate 3. Strain the barley. Once it cools, assemble the
~1 tbsp sliced black olives salad by adding all the ingredients in a bowl. Enjoy!
~1 handful crushed walnuts
DRESSING
~Juice of 2 lemons
~1 tsp salt, or to taste
~2 tbsps olive oil
~2 garlic cloves, minced
~2 tbsps hung curd or homemade cashew dip
(optional)
Makes 2 servings
15 MINUTE BUTTER CHICKEN
Ingredients Instructions
~500 gms chicken breasts (chunks) 1. Heat a pan to medium and pour in the coconut
~olive oil (or coconut oil) or olive oil.
Sauce: 2. Add the chicken and cook it in the pan for about
~1 tablespoon ghee 5 minutes, until the outside is no longer pink.
~1/3 cup red onion, diced or chopped Remove the chicken and set it aside.
~1 tablespoon ginger (fresh or powder)
~1/2 tablespoon garlic (minced or powder) 3. Using the same pan, add ghee and let it melt.
~14 oz crushed tomatoes Then, add the ginger and garlic until golden,
~2/3 cup coconut cream followed by the onion. Let it cook for about 2
~juice from 1/2 lemon minutes.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup oats, ground in the mixie 1. Grind the oats in a mixie to make oats flour, salt,
~1/2 scoop protein powder (omit if not mylk and protein powder and mix well. The
consuming) consistency should be a thick liquid.
~2 tbsps plant-based milk or more if required
~1 tbsp organic honey or maple syrup 2. Heat a small pan and add 1 tsp of oil. Pour 1
~1/2 cup fresh fruit ladle of the mixture on the pan, let it cook for 1
minute and then flip over. It won't rise but the
colour will let you know if it's done. Keep the flame
Makes 1 serving
on low-medium
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~5 cups roasted, lightly-salted nuts (walnuts, 1. Combine all the nuts and dry fruits.
almonds, cashews, channa) 2. Or purchase from store
~3 cups dried fruit (cherries, raisins,
cranberries)
~1 ½ cups seeds (pumpkin, sunflower)
Makes 8 servings
SPROUTS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup sprouted whole moong bean (boiled 1. To make sprouts at home, wash 1.5 cups whole
OR raw) green moong daal and soak overnight. The next
~1 tsp kala namak day, wash them, strain the water and keep it in a
~juice of 1/2 lemon container with a lid or wrap it in a muslin cloth and
~handful of crushed peanuts keep it in a closed box. After 24-48 hrs they should
start sprouting. Can stay in the fridge for up to 4
days.
Makes 1 serving
2. To make the salad, combine all the ingredients
and eat!
VEG BELL PEPPERS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 large bell pepper (any colour), cut into half 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 *C)
and seeds removed
~1 tsp olive oil 2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat, add
~1/2 medium onion, diced garlic and cook for a minute, then add the onion
~2 cloves garlic, minced and cook till translucent. Then add the tomato
~1 tomatoes, pureed puree and cook on medium-low flame till the colour
~100 gms crumbled tofu or paneer changes, for about 8 minutes, Add the tofu or
~1 teaspoon dried oregano paneer and mix well.
~handful fresh basil
~generous pinch red pepper flakes 3. Season the filling with oregano, basil, red pepper
~salt & pepper, to taste flakes, parsley, salt and pepper and cook for 2
~2 tbsps grated low-fat cheese or nutritional minutes or so. Remove from heat.
yeast
4. Chop the pepper in half in case you haven’t and
fill each bell pepper and make sure to pack it well.
Makes 1 serving
Sprinkle cheese evenly on top of the peppers.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 onion, finely chopped 1. Combine onion, chilli, garlic, vinegar, and salt in
~1 Jalapeño or green chilli, finely chopped a medium bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes. Stir in
(optional) cilantro, parsley, and oregano. Using a fork, whisk
~1 garlic cloves, finely chopped in oil. Add more salt if required. Store in an airtight
~2 tbsps apple cider vinegar container
~1 tsp salt, plus more
~1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
~1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
~1 tbsp finely chopped oregano
~3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Makes 4 servings
BEANS PORIYAL
Ingredients Instructions
BEANS PORIYAL (or make regular aloo beans 1. Wash and chop the beans. In a pan heat
without the aloo) mustard oil, temper mustard seeds and curry
leaves. Add the chopped green chilli and the onion
~1 cup of chopped green beans and cook till translucent. Add the beans and cook
~1 medium onion roughly chopped for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and grated
~1 green chilli (or as per taste) coconut.
~1/2 cup freshly grated coconut
~2 tsp mustard seeds
Makes 1 serving
ARHAR DAAL (SAMBHAR)
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~3/4 cup ragi flour 1. Make the dough and add more water if required.
~2 tbsp water (you can cling wrap it and let it rest for 15 mins if
you have time)
1 serving is 1 roti 2. Start rolling out your chapatis, use regular atta to
make the roti.
VEG MOUSSAKA
Ingredients Instructions
~1 eggplant (can replace with zucchini or 1. Boil the tomatoes, peel the skin and puree it in
sweet potato) the mixie. In a pan, heat 1 tsp olive oil and add the
~5 tomatoes, boiled and pureed chopped garlic. Slightly brown the garlic and add
~2 garlic cloves the tomato puree. Season with oregano, chilli
~2 tsps olive oil flakes and salt. Cook on low flame for 8 mins and
~1 onion, sliced into rings set aside.
~1 tsp oregano
~1 tsp chilli flakes 2. Cut the brinjal or zucchini into round disks, cut
~salt to taste the onions into rings. Add some 1 tsp of oil to a flat
~50 gms paneer or vegan cheese pan In another pan, lightly saute the
brinjal/zucchini and onions until cooked.
Makes 1 dish = 3 servings
3. In a flat pyrex dish, line the brinjal and onion
alternating with the tomato puree, ending with
that. Grate paneer or cheese on top and grill in the
oven for 5 minutes or until the top browns.
PROTEIN APPLE AND OATS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 apple, cut into cubes of thin pieces 1. Wash the oats in a pot and then cook them in
~1/3 cup oats (45 grams) water with the cinnamon sticks or add cinnamon
~1 cup water powder. Cook for 5 mins on medium to low flame
~½ teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1- 4 inch
cinnamon stick 2. Chop the apple into cubes or lengthwise. Add the
~pinch of salt apples into the pot along with the protein powder
~1 tbsp flax or chia seeds and let it cook on low flame for 2 minutes. Taste
~1 scoop protein powder (only for protein and add salt if required.
powder users, or else omit)
~1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter 3. Once the apples are soft (not soggy), pour the
(optional) porridge into a bowl and sprinkle the seeds on top
along with a dollop of nut butter
PEANUT BUTTER
~2 cup dry roasted peanuts (without skin) NOTE- If you need a sweetener add 1 tbsp, organic
~1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil honey, DO NOT HEAT/COOK THE HONEY.
~1 tsp honey
~pinch of salt (if the peanuts aren't salted
Makes 1 serving
CHOLA OR RAJMA WITH QUINOA/ BLACK RICE OR CAULI RICE
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups Kabuli channa (white Chola) or rajma 1. Drain the Chola/Rajma and transfer to a pressure
soaked overnight (soak extra to make cooker, with 2 inches of water on top along with the bay
hummus and cutlets) leaf, big and small elaichi and salt. Put on medium to
~1 bay leaf high flame and cook for 4-5 whistles on high flame.
~2 red chillies 2. Take some cooked beans and set aside for dinner.
~2 big cardamoms Remove the whole spices and leave the rest of the lentils
~1 small green cardamom in its water.
~2-inch ginger
~3 garlic cloves 3. Puree the ginger and garlic and keep aside. Add some
~1 onion water if required. Puree the onion and add some water
~2 tomatoes- pureed again if required. Keep aside.
~1 tsp jeera powder
~1 tsp dhaniya powder 4. In a small pan heat the ghee, add the ginger and garlic
paste. Cook for 2 mins on low flame and just as the
~1/2 tsp garam masala colour is about to turn, add the onion paste. Cook for
~salt another 2 mins and then add the jeera, dhaniya and
~1/2 cup quinoa or black rice or cauliflower garam masala. Increase the flame and after 30 secs add
rice the tomato puree. Cook for almost 5-6 mins of medium
~2 cups water to low flame till the tomato puree changes colour and it
~1 tbsp ghee starts to leave oil.
Makes 4 servings 5. Then add this masala puree to the beans in the
pressure cooker and cook on low flame for about 15
mins. Add more water if required but keep pressing the
back of the kadchi to the pressure cooker so that the
beans "galo" with the gravy and you get a thick curry.
Add salt to taste.
Ingredients Instructions
BASE (make your own or use a tortilla wrap) 1. Mix the ingredients for the dough really well.
~250 gms whole wheat flour Knead for 10-15 mins. The more you stretch and
~4 gms dry yeast (activated in warm water) or break the dough the better strength it will get.
10 gm fresh yeast Shape it into a tight ball and place it in a bowl,
~1 gm sugar cover with cling wrap and let it rise for about 2
~4 gms salt hours at room temperature.
~115 ml water
~17ml oil (olive oil) 2. Preheat oven to 220 degrees C
Ingredients Instructions
~1 medium cabbage/250-300 grams (sliced 1. Heat oil in a walk, add the mustard seeds
very thinly) followed by the curry leaves. Add the cumin and
~Optional: 1 cup frozen peas (or fresh peas) coriander powder and green chilli followed by the
~1 tbsp ghee or olive oil cabbage.
~5-6 curry leaves
~1/2 tsp. mustard seeds 2. Cook for up to 8 mins on medium-low flame. Add
~2 green chillies (chopped fine) the peas and turmeric powder, salt to taste and
~1/2 tsp turmeric powder garnish with fresh coriander.
~1 tsp coriander powder
~1 tsp cumin powder
~Salt to taste
~Fresh coriander for garnish (chopped)
Makes 2 servings
ROTI
Ingredients Instructions
~Jowar 1. If your rotis are small then you can have 2. But
~Ragi try and fill up on vegetables and not grains if you're
~Bran still hungry. Grains and vegetables both contain
~Amaranth/rajgira carbs so don't feel deprvied!
~Buckwheat/kuttu
~Almonds flour
~Whole wheat with chokar (make a
composite roti to increase the vegetable
intake as regular atta is heavy. Use 50 %
vegetables like spinach or beetroot and 50%
atta)
1 SERVING- 1 ROTI
TERIYAKI TOFU
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms tofu OR paneer 1. Slice the tofu into bite-size pieces and set aside.
~1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
~1 onion, sliced thinly 2. Heat a wok or non-stick skillet over high heat.
~1 broccoli crown, chopped Add the 1/2 the oil to the wok. When the oil
~¼ cup water ripples, add the tofu and cook for 3-4 minutes until
~1 cup chopped french beans or edamame it’s crisp and golden underneath then turn with
~1/2 cup teriyaki Sauce OR half oyster and tongs and brown the other side. Transfer the
half soy OR black bean sauce cooked tofu to a plate lined with paper towels.
~1/2 cup cooked quinoa
~1/4 cup chopped green onion- keep the 3. Heat the remaining oil in the wok and add the
greens aside onion. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes then add the broccoli
~Sesame seeds and carefully pour in ¼ cup water, watching so it
doesn’t splatter. Stir fry until the broccoli is crisp-
Makes 1 serving tender, 2-3 minutes. Pour in the teriyaki sauce, add
the beans and tofu to the wok, and stir fry, cooking
for 3-4 more minutes. Top with green onion and
sesame seeds and serve over quinoa.
BAJRA ROTI
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cup organic bajra atta / pearl millet flour 1. In a large mixing bowl take 2 cups bajra atta, ½
~½ tsp salt tsp salt and mix well. add ½ of hot water and start
~hot water, to knead to knead.
~wheat flour, for dusting
2. Knead to the soft dough for at least 10 minutes.
Add water as required and knead well as there is
1 serving is 1 roti no gluten in the dough.
5. Dust off excess flour and put over hot tawa. Then
spread water over the roti with the help of a hand
or wet cloth removing excess dough.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup cocoa powder 1. Open tofu container, drain excess water, and
~1/4 cup honey or 4 dates. place on paper towels for at least 15 minutes (skip
~1 package silken firm tofu if your tofu is firm)
~1 tsp vanilla extract
~1 tbsp peanut butter (optional) 2. Add all ingredients (you can keep some fruit for
~Fresh berries, for topping (optional) topping) to a blender or food processor. Blend until
completely smooth, pausing to scrape down the
Makes 1 serving sides, if necessary.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup cooked rajma OR chola 1. Make sure your legumes are nicely drained so
~1/2 cup spring onions or chives that there is no water left. Then mash the beans,
~1/2 grated beetroot combine all the ingredients for the cutlets, shape
~salt to taste them into patties.
~2 garlic cloves, grated
~2 tomato slices 2. Cook them in 1 tbsp of ghee on medium-high
flame for 4 minutes on each side until the exterior
HUMMUS is nice and crispy.
~1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and
boiled 3. To make the hummus add all the ingredients in
~4 garlic cloves a high-speed blender and mix until smooth and
~2 tbsps whey (dahi paani) or tahini or dahi creamy. Add more whey or olive for a creamier
~1 tsp salt texture
~1 tsp chilli flakes
~1 tsp oregano 4. Take a big lettuce leaf, spread the hummus and
~2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil hang curd (if using) on the leaf, add some sliced
NOTE- Hang 1 cup of dahi in a muslin cloth, tomatoes and 1 cutlet. Cup the sides and insert a
use the water that comes out in the hummus toothpick through the leaf so it holds shape.
and the hung curd as a dip
Makes 2 servings
MARINATED CHICKEN OR FISH
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tbsp Olive oil 1. Mince the garlic, peel and finely grate the ginger,
~1 piece boneless chicken breasts (180 gms) and place both into a small bowl (or blend in a
OR FISH (Sole-120 gms) mixie). Add the rest of the spices and stir to
~1⁄4 teaspoon salt combine. Marinate the chicken of fish for 10
~2 medium cloves garlic minutes along with salt.
~One 1-inch piece fresh ginger
~1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high flame. Add
~1/2 teaspoon ground cumin the protein and cool for about 5 minutes per side.
~1⁄4 teaspoon ground turmeric Garnish with the lemon wedges and fresh
~Lemon wedge coriander.
~ fresh coriander
Makes 1 serving
MOONG DAAL CHILLA
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup split yellow moong daal, soaked for 1. Leave some water (drain the rest) and grind the
30 mins soaked daal. Add some more water if required. The
~salt to taste consistency should resemble pancake batter
~1 tbsp fresh coriander chopped (pourable). Add freshly chopped coriander to the
batter and pour into a bowl.
1 serving is 1 chilla
2. Heat a flat non-stick tava, Add 1 tsp of oil, pour a
ladle of batter and once the edges start to cook
Makes 4 servings
spread some ghee on the edges(optional). Cook for
2 mins on each side.
GREEN SMOOTHIE
Ingredients Instructions
~20 gm protein powder (omit if not using) 1. Blend everything in a high-speed blender except
~2 cups raw baby spinach the pumpkin and flax seeds. Pour your smoothie
~1 glass coconut water into a glass and top with the seeds
~1 banana or 1/2 avocado
~1 tsp spirulina/wheatgrass or moringa
powder
~1 apple or 1 pear
~2 tsp flax seeds
~1 tsp pumpkin seed
Makes 1 serving
CARROT AND PEA SABZI
Ingredients Instructions
~4 to 5 medium-size carrots (gajar) 1. Cut the carrot into small pieces. In a pan, dry
~1 cup green peas (matar) - fresh or frozen roast the jeera and then add the ginger and some
~ 1 teaspoon cumin (jeera powder) water, cook for about a minute. Add the carrots
~1-inch ginger (adrak) - finely chopped or and after 2 minutes the peas.
grated Garnish with coriander, season with salt.
~1 or 2 green chillies (hari mirch)
~½ teaspoon red chilli powder (lal mirch
powder) - optional
~1/2 cup water
~a few chopped coriander leaves (dhania) for
garnishing- optional
~rock salt or regular salt as required
Makes 4 servings
SMOOTHIE BOWL
Ingredients Instructions
~1 scoop protein powder (omit if not using) 1. Blend the yoghurt/almond milk, protein powder,
~1/2 cup yoghurt (100 gms) or almond milk banana and half the berries in a high-speed
~1-2 dates, chopped blender. If you want it slightly thinner then add
~1 small banana, chopped and frozen for 1 hr water.
~2 tbsp granola or seeds
~50 gms/1 cup strawberries/blueberries 2. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle granola/seeds,
remaining fruit and dates on top.
Makes 1 serving
SPINACH AND EGG/PANEER CUTLETS
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~200g of iceberg/rocket/lettuce leaf 1. Whisk all the ingredients for the salad dressing
~30 gms sauteed mushroom or bell peppers except the herbs, whisk really well so that the oil
~1 cup boiled beans emulsifiers. Then add the herbs and mix well. Add a
~1/2 cubed cucumber teaspoon of honey if you want it a little sweeter.
~handful of crushed peanuts or sesame seeds
DRESSING
~1 clove garlic (minced)
~2 tbsps tahini
~Juice of 1 lemon
~1 small cucumber, diced
~1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
~salt and pepper (to taste)
Makes 1 serving
EGG WHITE VEGETABLE OMELETTE
Ingredients Instructions
~2 egg whites 1. Beat the egg whites in a bowl until fluffy, add a
~1 cup vegetables of your choice (spinach, pinch of salt and keep aside.
mushroom, beans)
~1/2 tsp ghee or olive oil 2. In a pan heat the ghee. Add the spinach and
~salt and pepper to taste cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame or until it wilts.
Season with salt and evenly spread across the pan.
Makes 1 serving 3. Add the egg on top of it and let it cook on low
flame, cover with a lid. After 2 minutes, once the
edges are coming off easy, flip the omelette or fold
into half and then turn.
Ingredients Instructions
~2 egg whites beaten 1. Put egg whites in a bowl and season with salt
~1 cup vegetables of your choice and pepper, set aside.
(tomato/peppers/spinach/mushroom/peas)
~1/2 avocado (optional) 2. Heat pan to medium-low heat. Add oil, add all
~salt and pepper to taste vegetables to the pan and saute lightly until almost
~1/2 tsp olive oil soft.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 head broccoli, cut into florets or 1 cup 1. Wash the broccoli or beans and place in a glass
beans bowl with the lid on. Heat in the microwave for
~1 tsp sesame seeds about 3 minutes.
~1 tbsp soya sauce
~1 tsp ginger or garlic 2. In a pan add the ginger or garlic, add the soya
~2 tbsps water sauce and let it cook in the soy. After about a
minute add the broccoli and coat it in the soy. If it
gets too dry add the water.
Makes 1 serving
3. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and enjoy.
VEGETABLE QUINOA SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup vegetables (Beans, broccoli, 1. Wash and put the quinoa to boil. It will take 8-10
mushroom, peppers) mins.
~1/2 cup quinoa, cooked
~salt 2. In a flat pan, saute the garlic and then add the
~pepper broccoli. After 3 mins add the beans and put on low
~garlic, 3 cloves chopped flame.
~olive oil
3. Stain the quinoa and when the vegetables are
almost done add it to the same pan. Season with
Makes 1 serving salt and mix well.
MATAR PANEER
Ingredients Instructions
~1-inch ginger 1. In a pan heat the ghee and add the dhaniya and
~4 garlic cloves jeera powder. Then add the ginger and garlic and
~1 tomato, pureed (can omit) cook until golden brown. Just when it's about to be
~1 tsp jeera powder done add the kasturi methi.
~1 tsp dhania powder
~1 tsp haldi 2. Quickly add the tomato puree and cook for 5
~1 tbsp kasturi methi mins until it changes colour and starts to leave oil.
~100 gms paneer Then add the paneer and then the water. Add the
~100 gms fresh or frozen peas peas and salt and cool for 5 more mins until the
~1/2 tsp salt peas are cooked and water reduced.
~1/2 tbsp ghee
~1 cup water
Makes 1 serving
SPRING ONION PESTO
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups packed fresh basil leaves- keep some 1. Place the basil, walnuts, cheese, garlic, pepper,
aside olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small mixie and
~1 cup roughly chopped spring onion (only blend until smooth. Add a little extra olive oil if
green) OR rocket leaves needed. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days
~¼ cup walnuts
~¼ cup grated cheese (exclude if vegan)
~1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
~4 large clove garlic
~½ teaspoon ground pepper
~1 tsp salt
Makes 1 serving
PROTEIN SHAKE
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
PROTEIN SHAKE WITHOUT PROTEIN POWDER
Ingredients Instructions
~1 ripe banana (peeled and frozen) 1. To a high-speed blender, add banana, hemp
~2 tbsps hemp seeds seeds, oats, peanut butter (or other nut or seed
~1/4 cup gluten-free oats butter), chia seeds, cacao powder, and almond
~1 tbsp homemade peanut butter (or milk (starting with the lesser end of the range) and
seed/nut butter of choice) blend on high until creamy and smooth, scraping
~1 tbsp chia seeds down sides as needed.
~1 tbsp unsweetened cacao powder (to taste)
~1 cup unsweetened almond/soy milk 2. Taste and adjust flavour as needed, adding more
~1-2 pitted dates (optional) cacao powder for chocolate flavour, nut butter for
creaminess or saltiness, almond milk to thin it, or
dates to sweeten (optional).
Makes 1 serving
ROASTED SWEET POTATO
Ingredients Instructions
~1 large sweet potato (or 2 small) washed 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
peeled, and cut into wedges OR boiled Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
~1 tsp olive oil
~1/2 teaspoon paprika/ red chilli/cinnamon 2. Place wedges in a bowl and add one tablespoon
powder or any other seasoning of choice olive oil, salt and pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon
~Salt and pepper to taste paprika. Toss with your hands to combine the
sweet potatoes with the spice mixture.
ALTERNATIVE METHOD
1. Wash and boil the sweet potato for 2 whistles.
When it cools down, peel the skin and cut into
wedges or disks.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~150 gms fish OR 100 gms chicken breast 1. Heat a pan with the oil and saute the garlic just
~1 tsp olive oil or ghee until golden brown. Cook your fish fillet (cook on
~2 garlic cloves, crushed high flame for 2-4 minutes each side) or chicken
~1 tsp salt breast (cook on low flame for 5-7 minutes each
~1/2 lemon juice side) until the protein is cooked.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and 1. To make the hummus add all the ingredients in
boiled a high-speed blender and mix until smooth and
~4 garlic cloves creamy. Add more whey or olive oil for a creamier
~2 tbsps whey (dahi paani)/ dahi or texture
tahini(vegan)
~1 tsp salt 2. Eat with fresh carrots, celery or cucumber.
~1 tsp chilli flakes
~1 tsp oregano
~2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
1 serving is 3 tbsps
BLACK CHANNA HUMMUS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup kala chana, soaked overnight and 1. To make the hummus add all the ingredients in
boiled in a pressure cooker for 4-5 whistles a high-speed blender and mix until smooth and
~4 garlic cloves creamy. Add more whey or olive oil for a creamier
~2 tbsps whey (dahi paani) or tahini (vegan) texture
~1 tsp salt
~2 tsps chilli flakes 2. Eat with fresh carrots, celery or cucumber or just
~2 tsps oregano as a dip
~2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
1 serving is 2 tbsps
CAULIFLOWER BIRYANI
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 2 servings
KHICHADI
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup pink daal (masoor daal) 1. Wash the rice and daal together in a pressure
~1/2 cup black rice cooker. Fill it up with double the amount of drinking
~1 tsp fennel seeds water and place it on the stove without the lid. Add
~1 tsp grated ginger the chopped vegetables. Season with salt.
~1 tsp cumin seeds
~salt to taste 2. On the side, heat ghee in a pan to make the
~1 tsp ghee tadka. Add the ginger, followed by the cumin seeds
~1 cup chopped vegetables of your choice and fennel seeds. Pour the tadka into the pressure
(peas, carrot, sweet potato) cooker and close the lid. Let it cook for 30-40 mins
(4 whistles)
Makes 3 servings
PANEER/TOFU BHURJI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 onion 1. Heat oil in a pan and temper the jeera. Add the
~1 tsp jeera or jeera powder onions and cook for about 2 minutes on low flame.
~100 gms paneer, grated (replace paneer Add the haldi, matar or capsicum and then the
with tofu) paneer into the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, season
~1 tsp haldi with salt and serve.
~1/2 tsp salt
~ 1 tsp olive oil or ghee
~50 gms matar or green capsicum
Makes 1 serving
GRILLED COTTAGE CHEESE/TOFU
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms cottage cheese or tofu 1. Heat a pan, add the olive oil and then grill the
~1/2 tsp olive oil paneer on medium-high heat for 2 mins on each
~salt and pepper to taste side
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups Kabuli channa (white Chola) or rajma 1. Drain the beans and transfer to a pressure cooker,
soaked overnight (soak extra to make cutlets) with 2 inches of water on top along with the bay leaf, big
~1 bay leaf and small elaichi and salt. Put on medium to high flame
~2 red chillies and cook for 4-5 whistles on high flame.
~2 big cardamoms 2. Take some cooked beans and set aside for dinner.
~1 small green cardamom Remove the whole spices and leave the rest of the beans
~2-inch ginger in its water.
~3 garlic cloves
~1 onion 3. Puree the ginger and garlic and keep aside. Add some
~2 tomatoes- pureed water if required. Puree the onion and add some water
~1 tsp jeera powder again if required. Keep aside.
~1 tsp dhaniya powder
~1/2 tsp garam masala 4. In a small pan heat the ghee, add the ginger and garlic
paste. Cook for 2 mins on low flame and just as the
~salt colour is about to turn, add the onion paste. Cook for
~2 cups water another 2 mins and then add the jeera, dhaniya and
~2 tbsps ghee garam masala. Increase the flame and after 30 secs add
the tomato puree. Cook for almost 5-6 mins of medium
to low flame till the tomato puree changes colour and it
Makes 2 servings starts to leave oil.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Mince the garlic, peel and finely grate the ginger,
~1 piece skinless boneless chicken breasts and place both into a small bowl (or blend in a
(180 gms) OR fish (Sole-120 gms) mixie). Add the rest of the spices and stir to
~1⁄4 teaspoon salt combine. Marinate the chicken of fish for 10
~2 medium cloves garlic minutes along with salt.
~One 1-inch piece fresh ginger
~1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high flame. Add
~1/2 teaspoon ground cumin the protein and cool for about 5 minutes per side.
~1⁄4 teaspoon ground turmeric Garnish with the lemon wedges and fresh
~lemon wedge coriander.
~fresh coriander
Makes 1 serving
CAULI RICE OR QUINOA
Ingredients Instructions
~1/3 cauliflower head 1. Grate the entire cauliflower head using a box
~1 tsp olive oil grater. Wash the cauliflower and keep aside on a
~salt and pepper to taste strainer. Or pulse in a blender until it resembles
~Fresh coriander for garnish rice.
~Boil quinoa (1/4 cup) and consume as rice 2. Heat some oil in a pan and then add the
cauliflower. Cook for 3-5 mins on medium flame.
YIELDS 1 CUP (depending on the size of the Season with salt and you can eat it as rice with any
cauliflower) curry.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 onion, finely chopped 1. In a pan heat some oil, cook the onion until
~1/2 tomato, finely chopped (replace with translucent. Then add the tomato and cook further.
1/4 cup capsicum or matar)
~2 eggs, whites 2. Break the egg whites into a bowl, then add them
~1 tsp haldi to the pan, scramble them on low flame and
~1/2 tsp salt season with salt and haldi.
~1/2 tsp oil
Makes 1 servings
DAHI CHICKEN
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 servings
SPICY WHOLE BEAN (MOONG BEAN) SPROUTS
Ingredients Instructions
~3/4 cup whole moong dal sprouts 1. In a cooking pan, take about 3/4th cup of
~1/3 an onion finely chopped moong dal sprouts. Add a cup of water. Let it boil
~slices of finely chopped tomato (1/3) for about 2-3 minutes. Meanwhile, chop about
~1 tsb lemon juice 1/3rd of the onion and tomato each. Put the boiled
~salt to taste sprouts in a mixing bowl and add a teaspoonful of
lemon juice. Add the chopped onion and tomato to
the sprouts and mix them well. Garnish with some
Makes 1 servings fresh cut coriander and serve.
OATS CHILLA
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup oats, finely ground in a mixie 1. Combine the oats powder and besan along with
~1/4 cup besan the jeera/ajwain, haldi and salt. Add the vegetables
~salt to taste if using. Add 1 cup water and mix well.
~1 tsp haldi
~1 tsp jeera powder or ajwain 2. Heat a flat pan. Pour 1 ladle of the mixture on
~1 cup vegetables of choice (grated the pan and spread very lightly. Cook on medium
carrot/onion/dhaniya) flame, spread some ghee on the edges and cook
on both sides until golden brown.
Makes 4 servings (1 serving is 2 chillas)
BEETROOT ROTI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup grated raw beetroot 1. Combine the beetroot and atta to make a dough.
~1/4 cup whole wheat atta with chokar Add little water if required. Roll out a roti, use atta
for dusting.
Makes about 4 rotis, 1 serving is 1 roti 2. Cook on a tawa, do not use oil.
MORNING ROUTINE
Ingredients Instructions
YOU CAN CHOOSE ANY ONE FROM 1. Wake up by 9 am latest and drink a glass of
BELOW: warm water.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup whole urad daal, soaked overnight 1. Make sure the daal is soaked overnight. If you
~1 tbsp ghee have not soaked it you can use the split urad daal
~1-inch ginger instead of whole.
~4 cloves garlic
~2 tomatoes- pureed 2. Boil in double the amount of water in a pressure
~1 handful dry kasturi methi cooker- 4-5 whistles. Open the pressure cooker and
cook more on medium-low flame.
4. Add the Kasturi methi, shut off the gas and add
the tadka to the pressure cooker. Mix well with the
back of the ladle till some beans are mashed.
Serve hot.
KALA CHANNA CURRY
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup kala channa soaked overnight (soak 1. Drain the beans and transfer to a pressure cooker,
extra to make hummus, use in a salad or to with 2 inches of water on top along with the bay leaf, big
make cutlets) and small elaichi and salt. Put on medium to high flame
and cook for 4-5 whistles on high flame.
~1 bay leaf
~1 red chilli 2. Take some cooked beans and keep them in a box,
~1 big cardamoms refrigerated. Remove the whole spices and leave the rest
~1 small green cardamom of the beans with the water on the stove.
~1-inch ginger
~2 garlic cloves 3. Puree the ginger and garlic and keep aside. Add some
~1 onion water if required. Puree the onion and add some water
~1 tomato- pureed again if required. Keep aside.
~1 tsp jeera powder
4. In a small pan heat the ghee, add the ginger and garlic
~1 tsp dhaniya powder paste. Cook for 2 mins on low flame and just as the
~1/2 tsp garam masala colour is about to turn, add the onion paste. Cook for
~salt another 2 mins and then add the jeera, dhaniya and
~2 cups water garam masala. Increase the flame and after 30 secs add
~1/2 tbsp ghee the tomato puree. Cook for almost 5-6 mins of medium
to low flame till the tomato puree changes colour and it
starts to leave oil.
Makes 2 servings
5. Then add this masala puree to the beans in the
pressure cooker and cook on low flame for about 15
mins. Add more water if required but keep pressing the
back of the kadchi to the pressure cooker so that the
beans "galo" with the gravy and you get a thick curry.
Add salt to taste.
RAW LENTIL SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup whole moong dal sprouts 1. Combine the sprouts and daal in a bowl or you
~1/4 cup split moong daal, soaked for 1-2 hrs can boil both in double the amount of water for 5
and then drained minutes in case you don't want to eat raw food.
~1/3 an onion finely chopped
~1/2 cucumber, chopped 2. Meanwhile, chop the onion, cucumber and
~1/3 tomato, chopped tomato each.
~Handful of fresh coriander
~1 tsb lemon juice 3. Put the sprouts and daal in a mixing bowl and
~1/2 tsp salt or kala namak add a teaspoonful of lemon juice and salt. Add the
chopped onion and tomato and mix well. Garnish
with some fresh cut coriander and serve.
Makes 1 serving
AVOCADO CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cauliflower head, cut into same size florets 1. preheat oven to 200*C degrees F. In a large
~2 garlic cloves, chopped bowl, mix the cauliflower and garlic with the olive
~2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, red pepper flakes,
~1 teaspoon cumin salt, and black pepper.
~1 teaspoon paprika
~1/2 teaspoon turmeric 2. Line a large baking sheet with silver foil, then
~1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes place the cauliflower in a single layer on the baking
~1 teaspoon salt sheet. Roast for 25-35 minutes or until the
~1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper cauliflower is tender and browned, stirring once.
Makes 2 servings
GREEN CHUTNEY
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms fresh coriander 1. Place all the ingredients in a blender and mix
~40 gms fresh mint (optional) until smooth. Add some water if required.
~1-inch ginger
~2 garlic cloves 2. Store in a glass jar in a fridge for up to 4 days.
~1 small green chilli (optional)
~Juice of 1 lemon
~salt to taste
1 serving is 1 tbsp
VEGAN CASHEW DIP
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup cashews, soaked in warm water for 2 1. Drain the water from the cashews and blend into
hours a smooth paste in a high-speed blender. Add the
~1–2 cloves garlic garlic and seasoning. Add more water in case
~1 tsp chilli flakes or oregano required.
~1 teaspoon salt
2. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
1 serving is 1 tbsp
VEGETABLE TIKKI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/8 cup carrot, chopped 1. Blitz the vegetables, garlic, coriander and salt in
~1/8 cup peas a blender. Take it out in a bowl, add half the
~1/8 cup broccoli or cauliflower, chopped flaxseed powder to it and shape 4 cutlets.
~1/8 cup capsicum or any other seasonal
green vegetable 2. Heat a non-stick pan and cook the cutlets on
~1 tbsp coriander leaves medium flame. Press them down to cook well,
~2 garlic cloves about 4 minutes on each side.
~2 tbsps flaxseed powder, extra for dusting
~1/2 tsp salt 3. DO NOT USE OIL
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Heat a pan over high heat. Add the oil, garlic and
~2 cloves garlic, chopped stir-fry for about 30 seconds. Add the broccoli and
~ 50 gms beans, washed and chopped beans and stir for 4-5 minutes, or until soft and
~1 small broccoli head, cut into florets slightly coloured. Remove from the pan. Season
~1 tsp salt with salt and garnish with mixed seeds.
~1 tbsp mixed seeds (pumpkin seed, sesame
seeds, flax seeds)
Make 2 servings
THAI PAPAYA SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup grated raw papaya 1. Combine the ingredients under 'dressing'
~1/2 cup grated carrot
~1/2 cup raw sprouts (optional) 2. Mix the grated carrot, raw papaya and the
~handful of fresh coriander dressing. Garnish with peanuts and coriander.
~handful of crushed peanuts
DRESSING
~2 tbsps sweet chilli sauce
~1 tbsp soya sauce
~juice of 1/2 lemon
~1 tsp salt or fish sauce
Make 2 servings
ZOODLES WITH CHICKEN
Ingredients Instructions
~1 medium-large green zucchini 1. Use a spiral vegetable slicer or cut the zucchini
~1 tbsp olive oil lengthwise into thin long slices. Make the slices flat
~1 tbsp chopped garlic and cut into long thin noodles. Keep aside.
~2 tbsps chopped spring onions
~Salt to taste 2. Place the basil, walnuts, cheese, garlic, pepper,
~100 gms skinless chicken breast olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small mixie and
blend until smooth. Add a little extra olive oil if
PESTO needed
~2 cups packed fresh basil leaves- keep some
aside 3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan over medium-high
~1 cup roughly chopped spring onion (only heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until
green) light golden brown, add the spring onions. Add the
~¼ cup walnuts chicken and cook for 2-5 minutes on low flame.
~1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Once the chicken is done from outside add in the
~4 large clove garlic zoodles and 2 tbsps of pesto and salt to taste. Add
~½ teaspoon ground pepper the egg and toss for about 2 minutes and once the
~1 tsp salt chicken is cooked take off and garnish with fresh
basil.
Make 1 serving
PROTEIN CUTLET
Ingredients Instructions
~1 hard-boiled egg~ 1. Mash the boiled egg, chop the vegetables or blitz
1/2 cup seasonal green vegetable of your it in the mixie and combine it with garlic, salt and
choice (capsicum, spinach, broccoli) half the flaxseed powder. Combine well and shape
~1 tbsp coriander leaves 4-5 cutlets.
~2 garlic cloves, grated
~2 tbsps flaxseed powder, extra for dusting 2. Heat a non-stick pan and cook the cutlets on
~1/2 tsp salt medium flame. Press them down to cook well,
about 4 minutes on each side.
NOTE- Make flaxseed powder by grinding flax
seeds in the mixie. 3. DO NOT USE OIL
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms paneer (cottage cheese) 1. Heat oil in a pan, cook the paneer on medium
~1 tsp olive oil flame, season with salt and pepper.
~salt and pepper to taste
2. Once cooked, transfer to a chopping board and
MUSHROOM SAUCE cut into cubes
~1 tbsp olive oil
~1 tbsp flour (maida) MUSHROOM SAUCE
~1/2 cup sliced mushroom
~1/4 cup milk 1. In a pan, add the olive oil followed by the flour.
~salt to taste Brown the mixture until golden on low flame. Add
the milk and stir well. Add in the mushroom and
cook on low flame till the mushrooms reduce in
Makes 1 serving size and leave their own water. Season with salt.
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms chicken breast 1. Rub salt and pepper on the chicken breast. Heat
~1 tsp olive oil oil in a pan, place the chicken breast and cook on
~salt and pepper to taste low flame for 4 minutes on each side.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup low-fat dahi or homemade coconut 1. Blend everything in a mixie and enjoy with your
milk lunch!
~1 cup water
~1 tsp kala namak
~1/2 tsp salt
~1/2 tsp pepper
~1 tbsp fresh mint (optional)
Makes 1 serving
MILET UPMA
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup foxtail millet, barnyard or daliya 1. Dry roast the mustard and cumin seeds in a pan,
~1/4 cup peas or beans followed by the ginger. Add the curry leaves and
~1/4 cup carrot, chopped then the vegetables.
~1 tbsp freshly chopped coriander
~1 tsp mustard seeds 2. Cook for 1 minute and then add 2 cups of water
~1 tsp cumin seeds and the millet. Boil for about 10-15 minutes or until
~1-inch garlic, grated the grains are cooked.
~handful of fresh curry leaves
~salt to taste 3. Cook till the water evaporates. Switch off the
Juice of 1/2 lemon flame and season with lemon juice and salt.
Garnish with fresh coriander.
Makes 1 serving
CURD RICE
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms over cooked brown rice 1. Combine the rice and yoghurt in a bowl and mix
~100 gms yoghurt well with the salt.
~salt to taste
~1 red chilli 2. Heat ghee in a small pan, add the mustard
~1 tbsp washed and soaked channa daal seeds. Turn to low flame and when they start
~1 tsp black mustard seeds crackling add the channa daal.
~1 pinch hing
~curry leaves 3. Add the curry leaves, red chilli and the hing.
~1/2 tsp ghee Switch off the flame and pour on top of the curd
rice. Serve cold.
Makes 1 serving
SWEET POTATO WITH GUACAMOLE
Ingredients Instructions
~1 small sweet potato, washed 1. Preheat your oven to 200*C and bake the sweet
~1/4 ripe avocado potato for 40-45 mins. Alternatively, boil the sweet
~1/3 cup red kidney beans (soaked overnight potato in a pressure cooker for 3 whistles or until
and boiled) (optional) tender
~1/2 small onion, chopped
~1 tsp coriander powder 2. Mash the avocado with a fork, add the onion,
~juice of 1 lemon coriander powder, lemon juice, salt, fresh coriander
~1 tsp salt and kidney beans if using.
~fresh coriander, chopped
3. Peel the sweet potato and slice it in half. If the
sweet potato is big then only consume half.
Makes 1 serving
4. Add the mixture on top of the sweet potato and
serve with a lemon wedge.
PANEER TIKKA ROLL
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms paneer, cut into big cubes 1. In a mixie blend all the ingredients under
~1/2 onion, cut into cubes marinade until smooth,, pour into a bowl (Keep
~1/2 green capsicum, cut into cubes some aside as chutney). Add the paneer, onion and
~1/4 cup whole wheat atta or any other atta capsicum into the marinade and let it sit for 10
of your choice except maida. mins in the fridge.
~1/2 tbsp ghee
2. Add water to the atta and make a dough (you
MARINADE can add ajwain to the dough). Roll out 1 thickish
~fresh coriander (stems included), 1 handful roti and cook on a flat tawa. Add 1/2 tsp of ghee
~fresh mint, 1 handful between both sides to make it crispy.
~1-inch ginger
~1 tsp chaat masala 3. Meanwhile, grill the paneer, onion and capsicum
~1 green chilli in ghee on high flame. Let it become nice and
~1 tbsp dahi brown.
~salt to taste
4. Assemble the role and enjoy!
Ingredients Instructions
~2 egg whites 1. Add water to the atta and make a dough, roll 1
~1/2 onion, cut into strips thickish roti and cook on a flat tawa. Add 1/2 tbsp
~1/2 green capsicum, cut into strips of ghee between both sides to make it crispy.
~1/2 carrot, grated
~1/4 cup whole wheat atta or any other whole 2. Beat the egg whites in a bowl, add the green
atta of your choice chilli and season with salt and pepper. Once the
~1/2 tbsp ghee roti is half done pour the egg mixture on one side
~fresh coriander to make the egg roll.
~1 green chilli
~salt and pepper to taste 3. Flip the parantha to cook the egg, once it's done
put it on a plate, egg facing up. Place the onion,
capsicum, carrot and fresh coriander in the centre
Makes 1 serving = 1 roll and make a roll.
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms chicken breast, cut 1. In a mixie blend all the ingredients under
~1/2 onion, cut into cubes marinade until smooth, pour into a bowl (keep
~1/2 green capsicum, cut into cubes some aside as chutney). Add the chicken, onion
~1/2 cup whole wheat atta or any other atta and capsicum into the marinade and let it sit for 10
of your choice except maida. mins in the fridge.
~1/2 tbsp ghee
2. Grill the chicken, onion and capsicum in 1/4
MARINADE tbsp ghee on medium/low flame until the chicken
~fresh coriander (stems included), 1 handful is cooked.
~fresh mint, 1 handful
~1-inch ginger 3. Add water to the atta and make a dough (you
~1 tsp chaat masala can add ajwain to the dough). Roll out 1 thickish
~1 green chilli roti and cook on a flat tawa. Add 1/4 tbsp of ghee
~1 tbsp dahi between both sides to make it crispy.
~salt to taste
4. Assemble the roll by stuffing the filling in the roti
Makes 1 serving = 1 roll and enjoy with chutney.
ZUCCHINI BOATS NV
Ingredients Instructions
~1 large zucchini cut lengthwise to make two 1. Once you've sliced your zucchini perfectly, scoop
equal halves the inside using a spoon to make it hollow. You can
~1/2 onion, chopped also use a pairing knife to cut the desired shape
~50 gms minced chicken or chicken chunks and then scoop out the pulp with a spoon.
(you can alternatively use lean beef or
mutton) 2. Finely chop the pulp and keep it aside. Heat a
~salt, oregano and chilli flakes for seasoning pan and cook the onions until translucent. Add
~1 tomato, pureed meat of your choice, followed by the zucchini and
~salt to taste tomato puree. Cook until the meat is 80% cooked.
~1 tsp olive oil
~10 gms grated cheese 3. Season the mixture with herbs, salt and pepper
and stuff the filling into the boats. If you have extra
filling left you can put it into a glass dish and bake
Makes 1 serving it alongside. Grate the cheese on top.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 large green zucchini cut lengthwise to 1. Once you've sliced your zucchini perfectly, scoop
make two equal halves the inside using a spoon to make it hollow. You can
~1/2 onion, chopped also use a pairing knife to cut the desired shape
~1/2 cup chopped vegetables of your choice and then scoop out the pulp with a spoon.
(mushroom, peppers, corn)
~salt, oregano and chilli flakes for seasoning 2. Finely chop the pulp and keep it aside. Heat a
~1 tomato, pureed pan and cook the onions until translucent. Add the
~salt to taste vegetables including the zucchini pulp and tomato
~1 tsp olive oil puree. Cook for 2 minutes.
~20 gms grated paneer
3. Season the mixture with herbs, salt and pepper
and stuff the filling into the boats. If you have extra
Makes 1 serving filling left you can put it into a glass dish and bake
it alongside. Sprinkle the grated paneer on top.
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms salmon filet (use any other fish like 1. Heat 1/2 tbsp oil in a flat pan. If you're using
snapper, tilapia or sole if you cannot get asparagus then make sure to peel the bottom end
salmon) with a carrot peeler. Once the pan starts flaming,
~1 tbsp olive oil cook the asparagus/snow peas or beans on high
~50 gms asparagus (5-6 sticks) or 50 gms heat for 1-2 mins until it gets some colour. Season
snow peas (you can use french beans in case with salt. Keep aside on a plate.
you can't get either)
~salt and pepper to taste 2. In the same pan heat the remaining oil and add
~1/2 lemon the garlic on low flame. Turn to full flame and place
~2 cloves garlic, finely chopped the fish filet in the centre of the pan (skin down).
~1 tbsp fresh herb like rosemary, thyme or Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, season with salt
fennel and lemon juice and place on top of the greens.
Garnish with fresh herbs and eat hot.
Makes 1 serving
BAKED ALMOND CRUSTED FISH WITH SPINACH
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms fish filet (sole/ halibut) 1. Preheat the oven to 180*C.
~1/4 cup almond or 1 handful
~1 tsp dried herb of your choice 2. Place the almonds, salt and pepper and dried
~1 tbsp dijon mustard herbs in a small blender. Slightly pulse it to create
~Juice of 1 lemon a crumb. (you can alternatively use almond flour)
~1 tsp olive oil
~salt and pepper to taste 3. Lightly season the fish filet with salt and pepper.
~200 gms spinach leaves, washed Coat the top with mustard and press the almond
mixture on top of the mustard.
Makes 1 serving 4. Slightly grease your baking tray and add the fish
on top. Bake for 7-9 minutes, depending on the
thickness of the filet.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup daliya or bulgar wheat or oats 1. Wash the daliya 2-3 times in water and strain.
~1 cup chopped vegetables of your choice
(carrot, peas, cauliflower, capsicum) 2. In a pot, heat the ghee, add the ginger and
~1 tsp cumin seeds garlic, cook until golden, add the cumin seeds.
~1 inch ginger
~1 garlic clove 3. Add the vegetables and the daliya along with the
~pinch of haldi haldi and water. Cover the pot and let it cook for
~salt to taste 10-15 mins on low heat until the vegetables and
~fresh coriander and lemon for garnishing grains are cooked. Stir occasionally and add more
~1 cup water water if required.
~1/2 tsp ghee
4. Once you open it, give it a gentle stir with a fork,
season with salt, lemon and garnish with fresh
Makes 1 serving coriander.
ASH GOURD (SAFED PETHA) JUICE
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms peeled and chopped ash gourd 1. Blend the ash gourd with coconut water in a
~200 ml coconut water or water mixie.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup soaked and cooked chickpeas 1. Combine the chickpeas, paneer, cucumber and
~50 gms paneer, cut into cubes pomegranate in a bowl
~1 cucumber, cut into cubes
~1/4 cup cubes celery (optional) 2. Mix together the lemon and salt. Pour over the
~1 tbsp pomegranate salad. Sprinkle peanuts on top and garnish with
~1 tsp salt coriander
~Juice of 1 lemon
~Handful of peanuts or makhana
~Fresh coriander for garnishing
Makes 1 serving
SPINACH AND CORN BAKE
Ingredients Instructions
~200 gms spinach, washed 1. Add the washed spinach to a big pot along with
~1/2 cup corn kernels (can replace with sliced the ginger. Cover the lid and let it steam for 3-5
button mushroom) mins until the leaves wilt. Transfer to a mixie and
~2 garlic cloves puree until smooth.
~1-inch garlic
~1/2 tsp olive oil 2. In a flat pan, heat oil and cook the garlic until
~50 gms grated paneer golden brown. Add the spinach puree and corn,
~10 gms grated cheese cook for about 5 mins. Season with salt and
paprika if you want to make it a little spicy.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1/3 cup rolled oats 1. Combine all the ingredients except the fruit in a
~1 cup almond milk or low-fat yoghurt jar with a lid, give it a stir and store in the fridge
~1 tbsp chia seeds overnight (or 2 hrs).
~1 tbsp honey
~1/2 tbsp peanut butter (optional) 2. Mix it and top with fruit of choice. You can even
~1 fruit of your choice (strawberries/ add 1 tbsp of anything crunchy on top (think
blueberries/ banana) granola, pumpkin seeds, almonds)
Makes 1 serving
PROTEIN BALLS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup rolled oats 1. Blitz the dates with the nut butter in a mixie.
~1/2 cup smooth peanut butter or almond Take it out in a mixing bowl and combine with the
butter rest of the ingredients. Combine really well so that
~2 scoops protein powder there are no clumps.
~1 tbsp chia seeds or hemp seeds
~1 tbsp flax seeds 2. Roll into balls using your hands. Set in a
~1 tsp cinnamon powder container with a lid on in the fridge for at least 30
~1/3 cup mixed add-ons of your choice minutes. you can store them for 3 weeks.
(almonds, peanuts, walnuts, chocolate chips
or cocoa nibs, raisins, dried cranberries)
~2 dates
1 serving is 2 bites
CRISPY KALE/SPINACH CHIPS
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cup chickpeas (safed kabuli chola) 1. Soak the chickpeas overnight or for 4 hours. Boil
~2 tbsps olive oil them in a pressure cooker in double the amount of
~1 tsp red chilli powder or paprika water for 4 whistles.
~1 tsp salt
~1 tsp garlic powder (optional) 2. Drain the water, line a tray with a towel or muslin
cloth and place the chickpeas on it to dry. You can
Makes 3 cups either place this tray outside to dry under the sun,
1 serving is 1/2 cup under the fan or place them in a closed over.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms chicken breast 1. Rub salt and pepper on the chicken breast. Heat
~2 slices of whole wheat oil on a pan and cook the chicken breast for 5
bread/sourdough/gluten-free bread minutes on each side on a low flame. Alternatively,
~1/2 tomato or cucumber or both! use frozen smoked chicken breast (green chick),
~2 big leaves of iceberg lettuce (or any other defrost in the microwave.
salad leaf)
~salt and pepper to taste 2. Cut the chicken breast into half so you have 2
~1 tbsp mustard thin breasts.
~1 tbsp hummus or pesto
~1 tsp olive oil 3. Slightly toast your toast and apply mustard on
one side and pesto/hummus on the other. Put the
lettuce, followed by the tomato or cucumber and
Makes 1 serving then the chicken breast. Close the sandwich and
enjoy.
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms granola or muesli (please only use 1. Combine the muesli or granola with the yoghurt
the brands mentioned) or milk and sprinkle fresh fruit on top.
~50 gms yoghurt or plant-based milk
~1 cup fresh fruit of your choice
Makes 1 serving
PARWAL/TINDORA SABZI
Ingredients Instructions
~250 gms tindora, cut into roundels 1. Heat oil/ghee in a pan, turn to low flame and
~1 tsp ghee or olive oil add the jeera, let it crackle a bit and then add the
~1 pinch hing dhaniya powder. Stir it a bit and add the hing
~1 tsp whole jeera followed by the chopped vegetable.
~1 tsp haldi
~1 tsp dhaniya powder 2. Cover with a lid and let it cook for 8-10 mins,
~salt to taste stirring occasionally. Towards the end, stir in the
~fresh coriander to garnish haldi and salt to taste. Garnish with coriander and
serve hot.
Makes 2 servings
PANEER BHURJI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 onion 1. Heat oil in a pan and temper the jeera. Add the
~1 tsp jeera or jeera powder onions and cook for about 2 minutes on low flame.
~30 gms paneer, grated Add the haldi, matar or capsicum and then the
~1 tsp haldi paneer into the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, season
~1/2 tsp salt with salt and serve.
~ 1 tsp olive oil or ghee
~50 gms peas or green capsicum
Makes 1 serving
FRUIT
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup fresh grated coconut 1. Blend the coconut in the mixie with salt, lemon
~1 tbsp water juice and the green chilli. Add some water if
~1 tsp mustard seeds required.
~Handful fresh curry leaves
~1 green chilli 2. In a small pan, dry roast the mustard seeds until
~salt to taste fragrant. Wash the curry leaves and add them to
~Juice of 1/2 lemon the pan. Switch off the flame and put the tadka
over the chutney.
1 serving is 1 tbsp
SMOOTHIE PROTEIN BOWL
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup yoghurt (100 gms) or almond milk 1. Blend the yoghurt/almond milk, protein powder,
~1 scoop protein powder (omit if not using) banana, date and half the berries in a high-speed
~1-2 dates, chopped blender. If you want it slightly thinner then add
~1 small banana (peeled, chopped and frozen water.
for 30 mins)
~1 date 2. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle granola/seeds,
~2 tbsp granola or seeds remaining fruit on top.
~50 gms strawberries/blueberries
Makes 1 serving
TERIYAKI PANEER
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms paneer 1. Slice the paneer into bite-size pieces and set
~1 tablespoon olive oil, divided aside.
~1 onion, sliced thinly
~1 broccoli crown, chopped 2. Heat a wok or non-stick skillet over high heat.
~¼ cup water Add 1/2 the oil to the wok. When the oil ripples,
~1/2 cup chopped french beans or edamame add the paneer and cook for 3-4 minutes until it’s
~1/2 cup teriyaki Sauce OR half oyster and crisp and golden underneath then turn with tongs
half soy OR black bean sauce and brown the other side. Transfer to a plate lined
~1/2 cup cooked quinoa with paper towels.
~1/4 cup chopped green onion- keep the
greens aside 3. Heat the remaining oil in the wok and add the
~Sesame seeds onion. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes then add the broccoli
and carefully pour in ¼ cup water, watching so it
doesn’t splatter. Stir fry until the broccoli is crisp-
tender, 2-3 minutes. Pour in the teriyaki sauce, add
Makes 1 serving the beans and paneer to the wok, and stir fry,
cooking for 3-4 more minutes.
Ingredients Instructions
~200 gms methi, washed and roughly 1. In a pan, heat half the oil and lightly fry the
chopped potato. Cook until it gets some colour and keep
~50 gms potato, cut into cubes aside.
~1/2 onion, chopped
~1 inch ginger 2. In the remaining oil add the ginger, followed by
~1 tsp cumin powder the onion. Turn on low flame till it leaves some
~1 tsp coriander powder water.
~1/2 tsp haldi
~salt to taste 3. Add the methi leaves to the pan and cook on low
~1/2 tbsp ghee flame till the leaves leave their own water and
reduce in size. Add the potato and onion followed
by the spices (cumin, coriander, haldi and salt to
Makes 2 servings taste)
CHOCOLATE PROTEIN SMOOTHIE BOWL
Ingredients Instructions
~1 scoop (20 gms) protein powder 1. Blend everything together except the chia seeds
~1-2 dates, soaked in warm water and then and cocoa nibs.
chopped
~1 banana (peeled, chopped and frozen for 2. Pour into a bowl and top with chia seeds, cocoa
30 mins) nibs and another 1/2 banana (optional)
~1 tbsp chia seeds
~1 tbsp cocoa powder
~Sprinkle of cocoa nibs or granola
~1 tbsp homemade peanut butter
~1/2 cup water or plant-based milk
Makes 1 serving
VEG BURRITO
Ingredients Instructions
~30 gms paneer, cubes 1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tsp oil over medium
~30 gms boiled chickpeas or kidney beans heat. Sauté garlic and onion for a few minutes over
~1 tsp extra virgin olive oil medium heat. Add in the peppers and mushrooms
~3 garlic cloves and sauté for 5 minutes, reducing heat if necessary
~1 diced sweet onion and stirring frequently so it doesn’t stick to the
~1/4 cup sliced mushrooms bottom.
~1/4 cup sliced bell peppers
~2 tbsp minced fresh parsley 2. Add the paneer, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and
~2 tbsp basil season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1
~1-1.5 tbsp fresh lemon juice more minute
~1/4 cup hung curd
~3/4 tsp kosher salt (or to taste) + black 3. Heat the wrap on a tava. To assemble first put
pepper the hung curd dip and place the mixture on top.
~1 whole wheat tortilla wrap Add some more fresh herbs, wrap and enjoy!
Makes 1 serving
GREEN PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
SAUTEED SPINACH AND MUSHROOM
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms spinach, washed and roughly 1. Heat a pan and add the oil. Saute the garlic till
chopped
~1 tsp salt golden brown. Add the mushroom and cook on low
~100
~½ cup gms button
or 80 gmsmushrooms, cut in cubes
boiled chickpeas flame until it starts leaving its water. Just then add
(consume
~½ cup or the stem)grated paneer
60 gms the spinach and stir well until it wilts.
~4
~1 garlic cloves,
tsp Olive oil chopped
~1 tsp olive oil
cup gluten-free Breadcrumbs, (optional) 2. Season with salt and then add the vinegar. Mix
~salt to season well and serve.
~1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar or apple cider
vinegar
1 serving is 2 bites
Makes 2 servings
DAHI
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
1. Drain the rajma and transfer to a pressure cooker,
~2 cups rajma soaked overnight (use the
small rajma and dahi
soak(homemade
extra to make with 2 inches on water on top along with the bay leaf, big
~1/2 cup lowfat or cutlets)
store- and small elaichi and salt. Put on medium to hight flame
~1 bay
bought )leaf and cook for 4-5 whistles on high flame.
~2 red chillies
~2 big cardamoms 2. Take some cooked rajma and set aside for dinner.
~1 small green cardamom Remove the whole spices and leave the rest of the rajma
~2 inch1ginger
Makes serving in its water.
~3 garlic cloves
~1 onion 3. Puree the ginger and garlic and keep aside. Add some
~2 tomatoes- puree water if required. Puree the onion and add some water
~1 tsp jeera powder again if required. Keep aside
~1 tsp dhaniya powder 4. In a small pan heat the ghee, add the ginger and garlic
~1/2 tsp garam masala paste. Cook for 2 mins on low flame and just as the
~salt colour is about to turn add the onion paste. Cook for
~1/2 cup quinoa or black rice another 2 mins and then add the jeera, dhaniya and
~2 cups water garam masala. Increase the flame and after 30 secs add
~2 tbsps ghee the tomato puree. Cook for almost 5-6 mins of medium
to low flame till the tomato pree changes colour and it
starts to leave oil.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup oats, ground in the mixie 1. Grind the oats in a mixie to make oats flour, salt
~2 tbsps whey (dahi paani) OR use plant- and mix well. The consistency should be a thick
based milk if vegan liquid.
~1 tbsp organic honey or maple syrup (VEGANS USE ALMOND OR SOY MILK)
~1/2 cup fresh strawberries
2. Heat a small pan and add 1 tsp of oil. Pour 1
ladle of the mixture on the pan, let it cook for 1
minute and then flip over. It won't rise but the
colour will let you know if it's done. Keep the flame
on low-medium
Makes 1 serving = 2-3 thin pancakes
3. Eat with organic maple syrup or honey and fresh
berries.
EGG CURRY
Ingredients Instructions
4. Once the gravy becomes thick, add the egg and mix
them in the curry to coat them evenly. Let the dish
Makes 2 servings simmer for a while and stir it occasionally. Once done,
Take it off the flame and transfer the dish in a serving
bowl.
Ingredients Instructions
BASE (make your own or use a tortilla wrap) 1. Mix the ingredients for the dough really well.
Knead for 10-15 mins. The more you stretch and
~250 gms whole wheat flour break the dough the better strength it will get.
~4 gms dry yeast (activated in warm water) or Shape it into a tight ball and place it in a bowl,
10 gm fresh yeast cover with cling wrap and let it rise for about 2
~1 gm sugar hours at room temperature.
~4 gms salt
~115 ml water 2. Preheat oven to 220 degrees C
~17ml oil (olive oil)
3. Make the sauce by sauteing garlic, followed by
TOPPINGS onion. Add the tomato puree and let it cook on low-
~1 red capsicum sliced into strips medium flame for 15-20 mins. Season really well
~100gms sliced mushrooms with salt, oregano and chilli flakes.
~100 gms protein of your choice
4. Roll out the base however you want to whatever
SAUCE thickness you can handle, generously dusting with
~1 Red onion, chopped flour to avoid it from sticking to the surface. Dust
~8 Garlic cloves finely chopped (the more the the tray with flour and bake the pizza base for 10
better) mins at 220*C. (If using tortilla wraps skip this
~200 gms fresh tomato, pureed step)
~oregano
~chilli flakes 5. Take it out and add the pizza sauce and your
~salt toppings. Bake for another 15 mins at 200*C and
enjoy 🍕
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
SHAKSHUKA
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms peas 1. Heat oil and pan-fry the garlic. Add the peas and
~30 gms rajma, soaked overnight and boiled spinach and cook till the leaves wilt. Add the rajma
~100 gms spinach, washed and and season with salt, chilli flakes and dried herbs.
~2 whole eggs
~1 tsp olive oil 2. Mix well and make 2 holes, crack one egg in
~salt to taste each hole. Cover with a lid until the eggs cook.
~chilli flakes Season with a fresh herb like basil and enjoy
~2 garlic cloves
~1 tsp dried herbs of your choice
Makes 2 servings
BURRITO (GL, LF)
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup overnight soaked and boiled kidney 1. Combine the gram flour or cornflour with 2 tbsps
beans water to make a dough, cling wrap and keep in the
~1/2 chopped tomato fridge.
~1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
~2 garlic cloves 2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tsp oil over
~1/2 diced onion medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion for a few
~1/2 cup sliced mushrooms minutes over medium heat. Add in the peppers and
~1/2 cup sliced bell peppers mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, reducing heat
~2 tbsp minced fresh parsley or coriander if necessary and stirring frequently so it doesn’t
~Handful of basil stick to the bottom.
~Juice of 1/2 a lemon
~3/4 tsp kosher salt (or to taste) + black 3. Add the kidney beans, fresh herbs, lemon juice,
pepper and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for
~3/4 cup besan or gram flour or makki atta 1 more minute
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cucumber, cut into thin slices 1. Mix the soya sauce, ginger and PB together and
~1/2 tomato, cut into thin slices marinate the tofu or paneer in it. Keep aside.
~8 big iceberg or green lettuce leaves
~1/4 avocado, sliced (optional) 2. Put the sushi mat or parchment paper on the
~50 gms tofu or paneer, grated chopping board and place 4 of the salad leaves on
~1.5 tbsps soya sauce top of each other to make a small tortilla or roti.
~1 tsp peanut butter
~1 tsp grated ginger 3. Place half the cucumber, tomato and grated tofu
~1 tsp sesame seeds on top of each other in the centre of the lettuce
~1 parchment paper or sushi rolling mat (not base. Sprinkle the sesame seeds on top.
necessary)
4. Carefully start rolling from the bottom, keeping it
tight. When you're halfway through, tuck both the
edges towards the inside to pack the roll well.
Tighten it with parchment paper or a sushi mat.
Makes 1 serving Make 2 of these as they will be small. 2 rolls is 1
serving
LETTUCE WRAP (NON VEG)
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cucumber, cut into thin slices 1. Put the sushi mat or parchment paper on the
~1/2 tomato, cut into thin slices chopping board and place 4 of the salad leaves on
~8 big iceberg or green lettuce leaves top of each other to make a small tortilla or roti.
~1/2 avocado, sliced (optional)
~4 slices ham or any other cold cut OR 40 2. Place half the cucumber, tomato and protein of
gms canned tuna your choice on top of each other in the centre of
~1 tbsp fat-free mustard sauce the lettuce base. Add the mustard sauce
~1 parchment paper or sushi rolling mat (not
necessary) 3. Carefully start rolling from the bottom, keeping it
tight. When you're halfway through, tuck both the
edges towards the inside to pack the roll well.
Tighten it with parchment paper or a sushi mat.
Makes 1 serving Make 2 of these as they will be small. 2 rolls is 1
serving
GLUTEN-FREE PASTA
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
PROTEIN MUG CAKE
Ingredients Instructions
~1 scoop protein powder (chocolate or vanilla) 1. Whisk until mixed, then add into a microwavable
~1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder mug and
~1/3 cup or 3 tbsp almond milk (or any other microwave for 60-80 seconds.
milk) (80 is drier 60 is gooier – We recommend gooier!!!)
~2 tbsps coconut/ almond/ oats flour
~1 tbsp regular flour 2. Pair with protein banana ice cream for added
~1 tbsp jaggery or brown sugar or stevia goodness!
~1/2 tsp vanilla essence
~2 tsp olive oil
~1 tsp baking powder
Makes 1 serving
BAKED BEANS
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup or 70 gms overnight soaked and 1. Heat oil in a pan, cook the garlic until fragrant.
boiled kidney beans Add the onions and cook until translucent. Add the
~2 tomatoes, pureed (100 gms) chilli if using, followed by the tomato puree. Cook
~2 garlic cloves for about 5 minutes and then add the vegetables
~1/2 onion, diced (except iceberg). Cook on low flame for 1-2 mins.
~handful of fresh basil
~pinch of chilli flakes or 1/2 green chilli 2. Add the drained kidney beans to the pan along
chopped (optional) with the water if required. Season with salt and
~1 tsp dried or fresh oregano pepper, fresh herbs and basil and enjoy!
~1 cup chopped vegetables of your choice
(broccoli/ spinach/ beans/ peas/ iceberg 3. If you're using iceberg lettuce then scoop a heap
lettuce) full of the baked beans into each lettuce cup and
~1/2 tsp olive oil enjoy!
~salt and pepper to taste
Makes 1 serving
BEETROOT JUICE
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
KALE CHICKEN SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and 1. Strain the chickpeas and place them on a towel
boiled on a tray and leave to dry for 30 mins or more
~2 tbsps pomegranate under a fan or outside. Preheat the oven to 180*C
~1/2 cucumber, cut into cubes
~8 stems kale, broken into bite-sized pieces 2. If the chickpeas are a little wet, never mind.
~1/4 iceberg lettuce or any other salad leaf Place them on a baking tray and bake for 20 mins
~3 walnuts, broken until they're crisp on the outside but still soft. (You
~1 tsp sesame seeds can use leftover roasted chickpeas if you have any
~1 tsp sunflower or pumpkin seeds left)
~50 gms cooked chicken breast, cut into bite-
size pieces 3. Combine all the salad ingredients. Mix the salad
dressing together and toss the salad in it. Enjoy!
DRESSING
~You can use 2 tbsps of hummus mixed with
lemon as the dressing
OR
~2 tbsps tahini/dahi
~juice of 1 lemon
~1 tbsp mustard sauce or any chilli sauce
~pinch of salt
Makes 1 serving
KALE SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and 1. Strain the chickpeas and place them on a towel
boiled on a tray and leave to dry for 30 mins or more
~2 tbsps pomegranate under a fan or outside. Preheat the oven to 180*C
~1 cucumber, cut into cubes
~8 stems kale, broken into bite-sized pieces 2. If the chickpeas are a little wet, never mind.
~1/4 iceberg lettuce or any other salad leaf Place them on a baking tray and bake for 20 mins
~3 walnuts, broken until they're crisp on the outside but still soft. (You
~1 tsp sesame seeds can use leftover roasted chickpeas if you have any
~1 tsp sunflower or pumpkin seeds left)
Makes 1 serving
OVERNIGHT CHOCOLATE OATS
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup or 50 gms of any kind of oats 1. Combine all the ingredients except the toppings
(gluten-free) in a jar, mix well and keep with a lid overnight in
~1/4 cup homemade coconut milk the fridge.
~1 tbsp chia seeds
~1 tbsp cocoa powder 2. Take it out the next morning, give it a stir. Add
~1/2 tsp vanilla essence some more coconut milk if required. Add toppings
~1 tbsp honey and enjoy!
TOPPING
~grated coconut
~5-6 peanuts
Makes 1 serving
QUINOA VEGETABLE POT
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup or 40 gms cooked quinoa 1. Cook quinoa in double amount of water for 15
~1 tbsp grated ginger mins, until cooked.
~1 tsp cinnamon powder
~1 tsp cumin powder 2. Heat oil in a pan, cook the ginger until fragrant.
~1 tsp lemon zest (wash and grate the lemon Add the lemongrass, cumin and cinnamon powder.
skin) Add all the vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes on
~1 lemongrass stalk or juice of 1 lemon low flame.
~pepper and salt to taste
~2 tbsps soya sauce (omit if soy intolerant) 3. Add the soya sauce and lemon juice and lemon
~1/4 cup cut beans zest. Add the cooked quinoa and mix well. Season
~1/4 red bell pepper, thinly sliced with salt if required. Garnish with basil leaves and
~1/8 sliced cabbage peanuts.
~Handful of basil leaves
~1 tsp olive oil
~4-5 peanuts
Makes 1 serving
TURMERIC OATS
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup or 50 gms rolled oats (Gluten-free) 1. Rinse the oats 2-3 times and then cook them in
~1/2 cup water water along with the turmeric and saffron is using.
~1/2 tsp turmeric powder or freshly grated
turmeric 2. After 5-6 minutes when the oats are cooked, add
~1-2 saffron strands (optional) in the protein powder and stir well (only if using).
~10 gms protein powder (omit if not Pour into a bowl, garnish and enjoy!
consuming)
3. You can consume the oats warm or cold.
GARNISH 1. Cook quinoa in double amount of water for 15
~6 raisins/ dried blackberries/ dried mins, until cooked.
blueberries or dried cranberries
~grated coconut 2. Heat oil in a pan, cook the ginger until fragrant.
~1 tsp chia seeds or flax seeds Add the lemongrass, cumin and cinnamon powder.
~7 almonds, sliced Add all the vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes on
low flame.
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup or 50 grams rolled oats (Gluten-free) 1. Rinse the oats 2-3 times and then cook them in
~1/2 cup water water along with the cinnamon, turmeric and
~1/2 tsp turmeric powder or freshly grated saffron, if using.
turmeric
~1/2 tsp cinnamon powder 2. After 5-6 minutes when the oats are cooked, add
~1-2 saffron strands (optional) in the protein powder and stir well (only if using).
~10 gms protein powder (omit if not Pour into a bowl, garnish and enjoy!
consuming)
3. You can consume the oats warm or cold.
GARNISH
~grated coconut
~1 tsp chia seeds or flax seeds
~7 almonds, sliced
Makes 1 serving
MOONG DAAL AND SPINACH IDLI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/8 cup split yellow moong daal, soaked for 1. Combine the spinach, moong daal and green
3 hours and drained chilli and blend to form a paste without using any
~1/4 cup boiled and roughly chopped spinach water.
or amaranth leaves
~1 small green chilli 2. Pour into a bowl and mix in the curd and salt.
~1 tsp dahi or low-fat curd Combine well.
~1/2 tsp salt
~olive oil for greasing 3. Just as you're about to make the idlis, add the
~pinch or 1/8 tsp eno salt eno salt and pour 1 tsp of water over it. Once it
bubbles, mix it gently with the batter
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup split moong daal 1. Combine the soaked daal, salt and chilli in a
~1 tsp sat blender and mix until smooth. Combine the mixture
~1 small green chilli with the spinach puree and stir well.
~1 cup pureed spinach
~2 carrots, grated 2. Heat a flat pan/tava and sprinkle it with water.
~2 tomatoes, chopped Add a ladle of batter and spread it evenly. Cook on
~1/4 cup coriander, chopped medium flame until it turns brownish-green in
~Juice of 1 lemon colour.
~1/4 cup sprouts
3. Combine the grated carrot, sprouts, tomato,
coriander, salt and lemon to make the filling.
Makes 2 servings. 1 serving is 1 stuffed chilla 4. Stuff 1 chilla with some mixture. Enjoy with
green chutney.
5. You can keep the chilla batter and use it for the
next meal. If you have leftover filling use it in a
salad.
ROAST CHICKEN
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms chicken breast or 200gms chicken 1. Pre-heat your oven to 200 *C. Mix half the salt,
on the bone paprika, pepper and dried herb and coat the
~1 onion, roughly cut chicken well.
~1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into large
chunks 2. Combine the onion, garlic, and potato, olive oil,
~100 gms spinach half the salt, pepper, paprika and dried herb and
~4 garlic cloves, whole place in a flat pyrex dish. Place the chicken on top
~1 tsp salt and roast in the oven for 35-40 mins
~1 tsp pepper
~1 tbsp olive oil 3. Take out and place the spinach on top and roast
~1.2 tsp paprika or red chilli powder for another 8-10 mins. Garnish with fresh herbs
~1 tbsp any dried herb of your choice, like and enjoy!
oregano or basil
~1 tbsp fresh herb like parsley, coriander,
basil, rosemary, thyme
Makes 2 servings
CHICKPEA CUTLET
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup soaked and boiled chickpeas 1. Blend the spinach, garlic, coriander leaves, chilli
~100 gms boiled spinach, roughly chopped and salt in a mixie. Add the chickpeas and blend
(squeeze out excess water) again, the mixture will be a little coarse.
~1/3 cup oats, ground in the mixie to make
oat flour 2. Put the mixture in a bowl and add in the oat
~3 garlic cloves flour, keep some aside for coating.
~1 green chilli
~salt to taste 3. Shape the cutlets and dust them in oat flour.
~handful coriander leaves (optional)
~1/2 tsp olive oil 4. Grease a pan with oil and cook the cutlets for
about 4-5 mins on each side or until brown.
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
SINGHARA CHILLA
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup singhara atta 1. Mix all the ingredients together except the water
~1/2 tsp cumin powder and oil. Add the water, the batter should be of
~1/2 small green chilli (if you want to make it pourable consistency.
spicy)
~himalayan pink salt to taste 2. Heat a flat pan or tava. Pour 1 ladle of batter,
~1/2 cup water, or as needed don't spread it. Spread some oil on the edges and
~1/2 tsp ghee or olive oil flip it once the edges start to cook. Cook the other
~1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped side for 1 minute.
Ingredients Instructions
HANDFUL OF PEANUTS
Ingredients Instructions
~3/4 cup amaranth flour 1. Make the dough and add more water if required.
~4 tbsps water (you can cling wrap it and let it rest for 15 mins if
you have time)
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Heat oil in a flat pan, add the bell peppers and
~1/2 red pepper cut into thin slices cook for 1 minute. Add the tomato and spinach
~1 small tomato chopped and mix well until the leaves have wilted. Add the
~50 gms or 1 cup chopped spinach or kale beaten egg on top and stir, add the crumbled
~2 egg whites cheese on top.
~1 tsp crumbled feta or any other cheese of
your choice 2. Cook with a lid on top for 3-4 minutes or you can
~fresh coriander for garnishing cook it under the grill for 3-4 minutes. Garnish with
~salt and pepper to taste fresh herbs and enjoy!
Makes 1 serving
FISH CURRY
Ingredients Instructions
~2 garlic cloves 1. Cut the fish and marinate with salt, set aside in
~2 small green chillies, chopped the fridge.
~1/2 tbsp finely chopped ginger
~4 tsp turmeric powder or 2 tbsp finely 2. Blend the turmeric, garlic, chilli and ginger in a
chopped fresh turmeric small mixie or grind with a mortar and pestle. Heat
~1/2 onion finely chopped oil over medium heat and cook the onions until
~1 tsp cumin powder translucent. Add the chilli paste and cook until
~1 tsp coriander powder fragrant. Add all the spices and the curry leaves.
~1/4 tsp ground cloves
~2 green cardamom seeds, cracked 2. Deglaze with the stock and add the fish pieces.
~6 curry leaves Let it boil for about 2 minutes or until the fish turns
~200 ml of homemade coconut milk opaque. Add the coconut milk and turn off the gas
~100 ml stock or water (do not cook the coconut milk).
~250 grams fish of your choice cut into cubes
~Juice of 1 lemon 3. Garnish with fresh coriander and enjoy with
~1 tsp olive oil or ghee brown or red rice.
Makes 3 servings
FALAFEL
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup chickpeas (soaked overnight and 1. Combine all the ingredients except half the
boiled in a pressure cooker) chickpeas, peas, sesame seeds and oil in a high-
~4 garlic cloves speed blender. Pulse until smooth. Add the
~1/2 chopped onion remaining chickpeas and peas and blend on low
~1 tsp cumin powder speed until combined, let there be a bite.
~1 tsp coriander powder Refrigerate for 30 mins.
~1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh coriander
~1 tsp cinnamon powder 2. Form the falafels into 10 flattish balls. Make
~1/2 tsp black pepper sure they're tightly packed. Coat each one in
~1 tsp baking powder sesame seeds and keep them aside. Make some
~1 tsp salt extra and keep it in the freezer for another dinner.
~1/2 tsp chilli flakes
~1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen) 3. Heat half the oil in a flat pan and cook half the
~2 tbsps besan or gram flour patties for 4-5 mins or golden brown and crispy on
~2 tbsp sesame seeds (mixed or white) each side. Heat the remaining oil and cook the rest
~1 tbsp olive oil or freeze them for a future dinner.
Ingredients Instructions
~4 tbsps real Thai curry paste (red, green or 1. Heat the oil in a pan, add the Thai curry paste
yellow) and cook on low flame for about 1 minute, stirring
~150 ml of homemade coconut milk continuously so that it doesn’t stick. Smash the
~2 cups chopped vegetables of your choice lemongrass with some weight and add it to the pot
(mushroom, baby corn, beans etc.) along with the lime leaves.
~1 tbsp olive oil
~100 gms cubed chicken or prawns 2. Add the chicken or prawns to the pan and coat
~1 stick lemongrass with the paste, cook halfway. Add the vegetables,
~3-4 kaffir lime leaves they will release their own water on low flame.
Once the vegetables and chicken are cooked, add
the coconut milk and turn off the flame. Cover with
Makes 2 servings a lid so that it stays warm
Ingredients Instructions
~4 tbsps real Thai curry paste (red, green or 1. Heat the oil in a pan, add the Thai curry paste
yellow) and cook on low flame for about 1 minute, stirring
~150 ml of homemade coconut milk continuously so that it doesn’t stick. Smash the
~2 cups chopped vegetables of your choice lemongrass with some weight and add it to the pot
(mushroom, baby corn, beans etc.) along with the lime leaves.
~1 tbsp olive oil
~100 gms cubed tofu (optional) 2. Put the tofu in the pan and coat with the paste.
~1 stick lemongrass Add the vegetables, they will release their water on
~3-4 kaffir lime leaves low flame. Once the vegetables are cooked, add
the coconut milk and turn off the flame. Cover with
a lid and turn off the gas.
Makes 2 servings
CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Grate the cauliflower with a box grater or blitz
~1 small cauliflower head (or 1/2 or 1 big) the florets in a mixie.
~2 garlic cloves
~1-inch ginger chopped 2. Heat oil in a pan and garlic add garlic, followed
~1/2 small onion or 1 spring onion, chopped by the onion. Once fragrant, add the grated
~1 cup peas and carrot or any other cauliflower along with the soy or coconut aminos
vegetables of your choice and vinegar if using. Add the peas and carrots and
~2 tbsps soya sauce (use coconut aminos if cook until the rice and vegetables are tender.
gluten or soy intolerant)
~ 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional) 3. Season with chilli flakes and salt. Add the
~1 tsp chilli flakes sesame seeds and sesame oil if using. You can
~salt to taste garnish it with the green part of the spring onion
~half a handful of peanuts or cashews and nuts if you'd like!
~1 tsp sesame oil or sesame seeds or both!
Makes 1 serving
CAULIFLOWER EGG FRIED RICE
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Grate the cauliflower with a box grater or blitz
~1 egg the florets in a mixie.
~1 small cauliflower head (or 1/2 or 1 big)
~2 garlic cloves 2. Heat oil in a pan and garlic add garlic, followed
~1-inch ginger chopped by the onion. Once fragrant, add the grated
~1/2 small onion or 1 spring onion, chopped cauliflower along with the soy or coconut aminos
~1/2 cup peas and carrot and vinegar if using. Add the peas and carrots and
~2 tbsps soya sauce (use coconut aminos if cook until the rice and vegetables are tender.
gluten or soy intolerant)
~ 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional) 3. Move the rice to the side of the pan and add the
~1 tsp chilli flakes egg on low flame, stirring really well and once its
~salt to taste scrambled combine it with the rice.
~half a handful of peanuts or cashews
~1 tsp sesame oil or sesame seeds or both! 4. Season with chilli flakes and salt. Add the
sesame seeds and sesame oil if using. You can
garnish it with the green part of the spring onion
and nuts if you'd like!
Makes 1 serving
TORI CHANNA DAAL
Ingredients Instructions
~1-inch ginger, grated 1. Wash the daal and add it to a pressure cooker
~1 tomato, pureed with double the amount of water. Add the chopped
~1 tsp whole jeera or powder tori, salt and haldi as well.
~100 gms peeled and cubed tori or palak
~salt to taste 2. Heat oil in a tadka pan and add the ginger, cook
~1 tsp ghee or olive oil for a minute and add the cumin followed by the
~1/4 cup channa daal tomato puree. Cook for 2 minutes and add to the
~1 tsp haldi pressure cooker.
~1/2 onion
3. Let it cook for 30 minutes or 3 whistles. You can
add an extra tadka of tomato and onion paste.
Ingredients Instructions
~1-inch ginger, grated 1. Heat oil in a pan and add the ginger, cook for a
~1 tomato, pureed minute and add the cumin followed by the tomato
~1 tsp whole jeera or powder puree. Cook until the tomato starts changing colour
~100 gms peeled and cubed lauki for about 5 minutes on medium-low flame
~salt to taste
~1 tsp ghee or olive oil 2. Add the lauki and coat well. Add some water (the
vegetable will release its own water as well) and
cook for 10 minutes on low flame with the lid until
tender. Season with salt.
Makes 1 serving
BHINDI
Ingredients Instructions
~1 pinch hing 1. In a pan, heat some oil and add the hing,
~100 gms bhindi cut into small pieces followed by the bhindi and onion. Mix it once and
~1 onion, chopped then leave it to cook on low flame. (do not mix the
~1 pinch amchoor bhindi or else it will get slimy)
~salt to taste
~1 tsp olive oil or ghee 2. After 7 minutes add the amchoor, mix and turn
the bhindi to cook the other side.
Ingredients Instructions
~ 1/4 cup lobia soaked in water for up to 3 1. Boil the soaked lobia along with the salt in a
hours pressure cooker for 4 whistles.
~100 gms spinach, roughly chopped
~1 tsp cumin seeds or powder 2. In a big kadhai or pressure cooker, heat some oil
~1 tbsp ginger garlic paste and add the cumin seeds, once they start to
~1/2 onion, chopped crackle add the ginger garlic paste and cook until it
~1 small green chilli, chopped changes colour. Add the onions and green chilli and
~1 tsp turmeric powder saute until onions turn translucent. Add turmeric
~1 tomato, pureed and mix well
~salt to taste
~pinch of red chilli powder 3. Add the tomato puree and cook until it starts
~1 tsp coriander powder or graram masala leaving oil. Add the coriander powder or garam
~1 tsp mustard oil or ghee masala and red chilli powder if you want to make it
spicy.
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms karela, peeled and cut into thin 1. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin and coriander
rings powder and then ass the onion, shallow fry them
~1 small onion, cut into thin rings and then add the karela.
~1 tsp cumin powder
~1 tsp coriander powder 2. Cook until tender on medium to low flame.
~salt to taste Season with salt
~1 tsp mustard or olive oil
Makes 1 serving
TENDIL OR KUNDRU KI SABZI
Ingredients Instructions
~50 gms kundru or tendil, cut into thin rings 1. Heat oil in a pan, add the ginger and cook for 30
~1-inch ginger, chopped secs followed by the cumin powder. Add the kundru
~1 tsp cumin powder and cook on medium-low flame for 10-15 mins or
~salt to taste until tender.
~pinch of haldi
~1/2 tsp ghee or mustard oil 2. Add turmeric and season with salt. Enjoy with
roti!
Makes 1 serving
MUESLI WITH MYLK
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms granola or muesli (please only use 1. Combine the muesli or granola with milk and
the brands mentioned) sprinkle fresh fruit on top.
~100 ml almond mylk
~1 cup blueberries or pomegranate
Makes 1 serving
VEGAN OVERNIGHT OATS
Ingredients Instructions
~1/3 cup rolled oats 1. Combine all the ingredients except the fruit in a
~1 cup almond milk jar with a lid, give it a stir and store in the fridge
~1 tbsp chia seeds overnight (or 2 hrs).
~1 tbsp honey
~1/2 tbsp peanut butter (optional) 2. Mix it and top with fruit of choice. You can even
~1 fruit of your choice (strawberries/ add 1 tbsp of anything crunchy on top (think
blueberries/ banana) granola, pumpkin seeds, almonds)
Makes 1 serving
TUNA SUSHI
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
CHICKPEA SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup soaked and cooked chickpeas 1. Combine the chickpeas, tomato, cucumber and
~1 cucumber, cut into cubes pomegranate in a bowl
~1 cup salad leaves of your choice
~1/2 cubed tomato 2. Mix together the lemon and salt. Pour over the
~1 tbsp pomegranate salad. Sprinkle peanuts on top and garnish with
~1 tsp salt coriander
~Juice of 1 lemon
~Handful of peanuts or makhana
~Fresh coriander for garnishing
Makes 1 serving
VEGETABLE OATS
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup gluten-free oats 1. Wash the oats 2-3 times in water and strain.
~1 cup chopped vegetables of your choice
(carrot, peas, cauliflower, capsicum) 2. In a pot, heat the ghee, add the ginger and
~1 tsp cumin seeds garlic, cook until golden, add the cumin seeds.
~1 inch ginger
~1 garlic clove 3. Add the vegetables and the oats along with the
~pinch of haldi haldi and water. Cover the pot and let it cook for
~salt to taste 10-15 mins on low heat until the vegetables and
~fresh coriander and lemon for garnishing grains are cooked. Stir occasionally and add more
~1 cup water water if required.
~1/2 tsp ghee or olive oil
4. Once you open it, give it a gentle stir with a fork,
season with salt, lemon and garnish with fresh
Makes 1 serving coriander.
HOMEMADE FALAFEL BURGER
Ingredients Instructions
~200 gms chickpeas, soaked overnight and 1. Place onion, garlic, coriander, cumin, besan,
boiled fresh coriander or parsley and a small amount of
~2 garlic cloves salt and pepper into a food processor and blend
~1 Onion Roughly Chopped until almost smooth
~1 tsp Olive oil
~1 tsp cumin ground 2. Shape the mixture into four patties of the same
~1/2 cup fresh coriander or parsley size and refrigerate for 30 minutes
~1 tbsp besan
~100 gms low-fat greek yoghurt (omit it 3. Meanwhile, finely dice the tomato, cucumber,
lactose intolerant) coriander, parsley and one garlic clove and
~20 gms quinoa uncooked combine in a bowl with cooked quinoa and lemon
~1 small cucumber, diced juice
~1 medium tomatoes
~Handful Lettuce 4. Remove the patties from the refrigerator and
~20 ml lemon juice heat the oil in a non-stick frypan over a medium
~salt and pepper to taste heat
Ingredients Instructions
~250 gms chopped red pumpkin, with skin 1. In a soup pot, steam the pumpkin for about 20
~1 tbsp dried or fresh thyme mins with the lid on, until soft. Add some water if
~1/2 tsp dry rosemary or 1 stem required.
~1 tbsp pink/rock salt
~1/2 green chilli, chopped 2. Once the pumpkin has cooked, transfer to a
~1.5 cups or 100 ml homemade coconut milk blender along with the rest of the ingredients.
Blend until smooth. Garnish with the toppings and
GARNISH enjoy!
~1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
~1/4 red bell pepper, cut into strips (the rosemary and thyme are essential for
~coconut shavings flavouring so use the dried version in case you can't
get fresh!)
Makes 1 serving
TERIYAKI CHICKEN/FISH
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms chicken or fish cut into cubes 1. Cut the protein of your choice into bite-size
~1 tsp olive oil pieces and set aside, season with salt and set
~1 spring onion, sliced thinly, keep the greens aside.
aside
~2 garlic cloves 2. Heat a pan and add the garlic, cook for a minute
~¼ cup water and add the spring onions. Add the protein of your
~1/2 cup or 50 gms chopped beans choice along with the teriyaki sauce and coat well,
~1/4 red bell pepper, cut into cubes cook for 1 minute and then add the vegetables.
~2 tbsps Teriyaki Sauce OR half oyster and
half soy OR black bean sauce 3. Cook on low flame so that the vegetables
~Sesame seeds release their water and the protein cooks through.
Add water if required. Season with salt and garnish
with sesame seeds and spring onions.
Makes 1 serving
SUGAR-FREE PANCAKES
Ingredients Instructions
~1 scoop protein powder (optional) 1. Mix all the ingredients in a whisking bowl, it
~1/2 cup almond milk should be a pourable consistency. Heat a small flat
~½ tsp baking powder pan to medium-low flame, add the olive oil or
~1 tbsp oats or coconut flour (make it 2 tbsps cooking spray.
if not using protein powder)
~1 tbsp stevia 2. Pour a ladle of the mixture and cook until brown
then flip and cook on the other side (about 2
minutes each side)
Ingredients Instructions
~1/4 cup almond milk or homemade coconut 1. Blend the yoghurt/almond milk, protein powder,
milk banana, date and half the berries in a high-speed
~1 scoop protein powder (omit if not using) blender. If you want it slightly thinner then add
~1-2 dates, chopped water.
~1 small banana (peeled, chopped and frozen
for 30 mins or overnight) 2. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle granola/seeds,
~1 cup papaya (chopped and frozen for 30 remaining fruit on top.
mins or overnight)
~2 tbsps pomegranate
~1 tsp chia or flax seeds
Makes 1 serving
HUMMUS
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight and 1. To make the hummus add all the ingredients in
boiled in a pressure cooker for 4-5 whistles a high-speed blender and mix until smooth and
~4 garlic cloves creamy. Add more olive oil for a creamier texture
~2 tbsps tahini
~1 tsp salt 2. Eat with fresh carrots, celery or cucumber or just
~2 tsps chilli flakes as a dip/dressing.
~2 tsps oregano
~2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
1 SERVING is 2 tbsps
CUCUMBER SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cucumber, cut into cubes 1. Heat oil in a pan, madd the mustard seeds
~3-4 curry leaves followed by curry leaves. Add the red chilli and
~1 tbsp roasted peanuts switch off the gas
~pinch of salt
~Juice of ½ lemon 2. Pour the tadka over the cucmber. Season with
~1 tsp rai or mustard seeds salt and lemon juice just before serving
~1 red chilli
~ ½ tsp ghee or mustard oil
Makes 1 SERVING
HEALTHY MOONG BEHL
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup puffed rice 1. Boil the sprouts in water for about 5-10 mins.
~31/2 cup sprouted whole green gram (green You can consume them raw as well
moong and Kala channa)
~1/4 finely chopped onion 2. Combine all the ingredients together except the
~p1/2 finely chopped tomato lemon juice. Add the lemon juice just as you eat.
~Juice of ½ lemon
~1 tsp chaat masala
~ salt to taste
Makes 1 SERVING
CHINESE PANEER/ TOFU
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tbsp olive oil 1. Mix protein, soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch in a
~ 50 gms tofu or paneer, cubed bowl.
~1 tsp minced garlic
~1 tsp minced ginger 2. Heat half the oil in a large skillet or wok over
~ 1-2 spring onion medium-high heat; cook the garlic, ginger, and
~ 2 tbsp soya sauce or coconut aminos vegetables for 2 to 3 minutes. Add vegetable broth,
(alternatively can use black bean or teriyaki cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 4 to
sauce) 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables and sauce to a large
~1 cup vegetable stock or water (200 ml) bowl and wipe skillet clean.
~ ½ tbsp cornstarch (omit if not at home)
~1 tbsp brown sugar 3. Heat the remaining oil over medium-high heat;
~1 cup vegetables - bell pepper/carrots/ cook and stir tofu or paneer for about 3 minutes.
beans/ spinach/ Stir in vegetables; continue to cook and stir for 1-2
mushroom/ minutes more. Sprinkle with green onions and basil.
~3 basil leaves or more
~Sesame seeds or peanuts for garnishing 4. Optional- consume with 80 gms cooked quinoa
Makes 1 SERVING
CHINESE CHICKEN OR FISH
Ingredients Instructions
~ 1 tbsp olive oil 1. Mix protein, soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch in a
~150 gms skinless, boneless chicken or 150 bowl.
gms fish
~1 tsp minced garlic 2. Heat half the oil in a large skillet or wok over
~1 tsp minced ginger medium-high heat; cook the garlic, ginger, and
~1-2 spring onion vegetables for 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken broth,
~2 tbsp soya sauce or coconut aminos (can cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 4 to
alternatively use black bean or teriyaki sauce) 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables and sauce to a large
~1 cup chicken stock or water bowl and wipe the skillet clean.
~1/2 tbsp cornstarch (omit if not at home)
~1 tbsp brown sugar 3. Heat the remaining oil over medium-high heat;
~1 cup vegetables - bell pepper/carrots/ cook and stir chicken until meat is no longer pink in
beans/ spinach/mushroom/ the center, about 5 minutes. Stir in vegetables;
~3 basil leaves or more continue to cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes more.
~Sesame seeds or peanuts for garnishing Sprinkle with green onions and basil.
Makes 1 SERVING
BEAN SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
DRESSING
~1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
~4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
~1 tsp dried herbs like thyme, oregano, or
rosemary
~1 garlic clove minced
~salt and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Makes 1 Serving
Makes 1 SERVING
PROTEIN SALAD
Ingredients Instructions
~chola or kala channa 1/2 cup 1. Soak kala chana chola overnight and drain. Tie it
~Whole green gram 1/4 cup up in a damp muslin cloth, and keep it for 24 hours
~1 cucumber, cubed so that they can sprout. Sprinkle a little water from
~1 tomato, finely chopped time to time so that the muslin cloth does not dry
~1 small onion, finely chopped (optional) up. Similarly, sprout green gram.
~1 tsp roasted cumin powder
~1 tsp kala namak or salt 2. Take a large bowl, add sprouted kala chana,
~pepper to taste sprouted green gram, onion, tomato, coriander
~1 seedless green chili, chopped (optional) leaves, roasted peanuts, salt, roasted cumin
~1.2 tsp chaat masala powder, green chilli, black pepper powder and
~Juice of 1 lemon chaat masala. Squeeze the juice of lemon into the
~1 tbsp fresh coriander bowl and mix till well combined.
~peanuts
3. Transfer the salad into serving bowls, garnish
with coriander leaves and roasted peanuts and
serve immediately.
Makes 1 Serving
GREEK YOGHURT
Ingredients Instructions
~~1/2 cup or 100 gms unsweetened yoghurt 1. Simply combine and serve!
~10 gms protein powder (optional)
Makes 1 Serving
ORANGE SMOOTHIE
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup papaya (cut into cubes and frozen 1. Blend all the ingredients together except the
overnight) chia seeds and ice. Add the ice cubes and blend
~1 banana well. Sprinkle chia seeds on top and enjoy!
~200 ml plant-based milk or 100 ml curd +
100 ml water
~1 scoop protein powder
~4-5 ice cubes
~1 tbsp honey (optional)
~1 tsp chia seeds
Makes 1 Serving
VEGETABLE ROLL
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 onion, cut into thin slices 1. Make the dough using whole wheat atta or oats
~2 garlic cloves, grated or 2 inches ginger atta, cling film it, and set it aside.
~1/4 cabbage, shredded
~1/2 carrot, grated 2. Heat oil in a pan and cook the garlic, followed by
~1/2 green capsicum, cut into slices the onions. Add all the vegetables and cook until
~1/4 cup whole wheat atta or oats atta (if succulent (they should still have a bite). Season
gluten-free) with salt and pepper and set aside.
~1/2 tbsp mustard oil or ghee
~salt and pepper to taste 3. Roll out the rotis and make them on the stove
~handful of fresh coriander leaves
4. Blend all the ingredients of the sauce together.
SAUCE (You can alternatively use homemade You can alternatively use a homemade green
green chutney or coconut chutney) chutney.
~2 small tomatoes, pureed
~2 garlic cloves 5. To assemble, add a dollop of sauce to the roti
~1 tbsp soya sauce or 1 tsp salt and spread well. Add the vegetable filling in the
centre and add fresh coriander on top. Carefully
roll, folding in the bottom to secure the
stuffing. Enjoy with sauce or green chutney.
Ingredients Instructions
~2 cups chopped vegetables of your choice 1. Heat oil in a pan, cook the ginger and garlic on
(bell peppers, capsicum, baby corn, medium-low flame until fragrant
mushroom, broccoli, peas, beans, carrot,
zucchini etc.) 2. Add the vegetables to the pan and cook until
~1 tsp grated ginger succulent. Season with salt
~1 tsp grated garlic (optional)
~1 tsp Himalayan pink salt 3. Mix the ingredients of the sauce together (if you
~1 tsp olive oil want to make it gravy) and add the sauce to the
pan. Toss the vegetables in the sauce. You can
SAUCE (optional) alternatively season with oregano and chili flakes.
~1 tbsp sriracha sauce
~1 tbsp soya sauce or tamari soya (if gluten-
intolerant) 4. Garnish with sesame seeds, chia seeds, and flax
~1/2 cup vegetable stock seeds.
Makes 1 Serving
LOW CARB NAAN
Ingredients Instructions
~25 g Coconut Flour or oats flour 1. Heat the water for 30 seconds in the microwave.
~4 g Psyllium Husk (isapgol)
~1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder 2. Mix all the dry ingredients and add warm water.
~1/2 cup Water
~1/2 tbsp ghee or olive oil 3. Form a dough and let sit for 10 minutes.
~Salt to Taste
4. Cut the dough into 2 parts.
Ingredients Instructions
~250 gms chicken breasts (chunks) 1. Heat a pan to medium and pour in the coconut
~1 tsp olive oil (or coconut oil) or olive oil.
Sauce: 2. Add the chicken and cook it in the pan for about
~1/2 tablespoon ghee 5 minutes, until the outside is no longer pink.
~1/4 cup red onion, diced or chopped Remove the chicken and set it aside.
~1/2 tablespoon ginger (fresh or powder)
~1/2 tablespoon garlic (minced or powder) 3. Using the same pan, add ghee and let it melt.
~150 gms tomato puree Then, add the ginger and garlic until golden,
~1/3 cup coconut cream or milk followed by the onion. Let it cook for about 2
~juice from 1/2 lemon minutes.
Seasonings: 4. Add the seasonings and sauté them in order to
boost the flavours. After about 1 minute (or until
~1 teaspoon chili powder the spices are fragrant), add the chicken chunks,
~1/2 tablespoon cumin powder coconut cream, and freshly squeezed lemon.
~2 tablespoons coriander powder
~1 teaspoon garam masala or cinnamon 5. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes then add the
tomato. Cover and simmer on low for about 6 to 8
Garnish: minutes.
~chopped cilantro
6. Season to taste with sea salt & pepper and
garnish with cilantro.
Makes 2 servings
CAULIFLOWER PAV BHAJI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 tablespoon grass-fed clarified butter 1. Heat a medium to a large saucepan over
ghee medium heat.
~1/4 medium onion diced
~2 large cloves garlic crushed 2. Add the ghee and onion and cook until
~1 tsp fresh-grated ginger translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
~1 tsp garam masala spice mix
~3/4 teaspoon salt 3. Stir the garlic, ginger, garam masala, salt,
~1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric turmeric, chili powder, and fenugreek and cook for
~1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1 minute, stirring constantly.
~1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek
~1/2 cauliflower head, chopped into florets 4. Add the cauliflower, water, and tomato paste to
~1 cup water the pot. Bring to a boil, and then cover the pot, turn
~3 tablespoons homemade tomato puree the heat down to simmer, and cook until the
~1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter cauliflower is tender, but not mushy, about 15 to
~1/4 cup frozen green peas thawed (optional) 20 minutes.
~1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
5. Stir in the butter, and once melted, stir in the
peas and lemon juice
Ingredients Instructions
DRY ROAST 1. Roast all the ingredients under 'dry roast' for 5-7
~1 tbsp whole black peppercorns mins on low-medium flame. Make sure you keep
~1 " cinnamon stick stirring as the peppercorns might start burning and
~2 pieces clove you won't get to know. Add the chilies after 2
~2 pieces green cardamom minutes.
~1 tbsps coriander seeds
~3 red chilli (add last) 2. Grind all the roasted spices to make a coarse
powder. Add a little water to the powder to make a
~1 tbsp olive oil, coconut oil or ghee paste.
~5 garlic cloves
~1 onion, finely chopped. (50 gms) 3. Marinate the chicken in the paste, massaging
~250 gms chicken with bone the spice rub nicely into the chicken pieces.
~handful of fresh curry leaves
~250 ml coconut milk 4. Heat oil in a pan, add the curry leaves, shallow
~1/2 - 1 cup water fry the garlic until fragrant, add the onions and
cook on low flame for 2-3 mins until translucent.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Wash the spinach and steam it in a closed pot
~300 gms raw spinach on full flame for 3 minutes. Once it's cooled put it
~25 gms frozen corn in a mixie and blend
~1/2 onion, chopped 2. In a pot heat oil and cook the garlic and ginger,
~1-inch ginger, crushed cook for 2 minutes and add the onions. Add the
~2 garlic cloves, chopped spinach puree and cook for 8-10 minutes, add the
~salt to taste corn. Let it cook for 5 minutes and serve.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 pinch hing 1. If you're using kathal (I suggest you buy the pre-
~kada masala (1 stick cinnamon, 2 elaichis, 2 chopped one) Shallow fry in 1/2 tbsp olive oil or
black cardamoms, 2 cloves) ghee and set aside. If you're using soya then soak
~1 medium onion, chopped the dried chunks in warm water for 5-10 and then
~1 big tomato, chopped squeeze the excess water.
~1 tsp salt or kala namak
~1/2 cup (200 gms) kathal (jackfruit) or soya 2. In a pressure cooker, add the hing, followed by
chunks the kada masala and the onion, add salt. Cook on
~1 tsp red chili powder low flame until the onion leaves water turns
~1 tsp turmeric powder translucent.
~1 tsp garam masala
~1 tsp coriander powder or biryani masala 3. Add the tomato and the rest of the masalas. Add
~1/2 cup brown rice, soaked in water the soya chunks or the kathal. Add the soaked
~1-2 cup water brown rice along with water, close the lid and cook
for 20-30 mins (4-6 whistles)
Makes 2 servings.
COMPOSITE ROTI
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 cup whole wheat atta from your chakki 1. Make the roti like a regular phoolka. Add water
~ ½ cup grated beetroot or spinach puree (use as required and use atta for dusting
any other vegetable like grated carrot or
grated cucumber if need be)
1 SERVING is 1 roti
FRIED EGG
Ingredients Instructions
2. When the pan heats up, add the egg and fry for
MAKES 1 SERVING 2-3 minutes until cooked. You can either have it as
a sunny side up or double fry it. Take it off the gas
and season with salt and pepper
BANANA HEMP MATCHA SMOOTHIE
Ingredients Instructions
MAKES 1 SERVING
VEGETABLE JUICE
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cucumber 1. Blend all the ingredients with some ice and a bit
~1/2 medium-sized beetroot of water.
~1 carrot
~1 tsp moringa or spirulina powder (optional) 2. Stran through a muslin cloth and enjoy.
~1 tsp ginger (optional)
~100 ml water
MAKES 1 SERVING
KOFTA CURRY
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup soybeans (soaked overnight) or 200 gms 1. If you're using soya beans then soak overnight and
soya granules boil in a pressure cooker until mushy. If you're using
~1 lauki, grated soya chunks or granules, soak in hot water for about 10
~1 tsp finely grated ginger minutes
~1 seedless green chili, finely sliced (or as per
taste) 2. Wash, peel, and grate the lauki. Squeeze out the
~1 tbsp besan or gram flour juice and keep it aside, we will be using the pulp.
~juice of one lemon (optional)
~salt to taste 3. Squeeze all the water from the soya granules and
~1 cup soya granules for coating add to an empty mixing bowl, alternatively, add the
boiled soya beans. Mash the soya with a fork. Add the
For Simple Gravy lauki pulp, salt, besan, green chilli, ginger and lemon
~1 onion, chopped finely juice. Combine well, add more besan if it doesn't stick.
~1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste You can pulse the mixture in a food processer
~1 tsp cumin seeds
~1/2 cup homemade tomato puree 4. Put the soya granules on a flat plate. Make balls with
~1/4 tsp turmeric the mixture and coat them well in the soya. Place the
~1 tsp garam masala koftas in a flat pyrex baking dish. Bake in the oven for
~salt to taste 10-15 minutes at 200*C
~Fresh coriander to garnish
~1 tsp mustard oil or ghee 5. Meanwhile, make a curry in a pan. Heat some oil,
add the cumin and onion, and cook until the onions
sweat. Add the ginger-garlic paste followed by the
MAKES 1 SERVING garam masala and turmeric, cook until fragrant. Add
the tomato puree and cook until brown. Add water and
salt to taste.
6. Take out the kofta and pour half of the gravy, cover
each kofta so that it soaks up the gravy. Bake for
another 10 minutes, take it out, and pour the remaining
gravy on top. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve.
SOYABEAN DAAL
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup soya dal chana 1. Soak the dal for a minimum of 5 hrs or
~1 tsp turmeric powder overnight.
~1 tbsp cumin powder
~1 tbsp coriander powder 2. Boil the dal in a pressure cooker on a high flame
~1 tbsp garam masala powder until it becomes soft.
~1 tsp red chilli powder
~3 tbsps tomato puree 3. In a pan, heat the oil, add the onion and bay leaf,
~1 onion chopped stir fry until fragrant, add the ginger-garlic paste.
~1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste Add the cumin, coriander powder, and garam
~1 bay leave masala. Add the red chili powder and haldi,
~to taste Salt followed by the tomato puree. Cook for 4-5 mins.
~as needed Water
~1/2 tbsp ghee or mustard oil 4. Add 1-2 cups of water followed by the boiled
soybean daal. Stir well, add more water if required.
Garnish it with fresh coriander leaves and serve
MAKES 2 SERVINGS hot.
GREEN MOONG CHILLA
Ingredients Instructions
~1 cup green split moong daal with chilka, 1. Grind the soaked daal with a bit of water to
soaked for 3 hrs make a paste.
~4 tbsps water
~salt to taste 2. Add the baking powder, salt, and the chopped
~1 tsp baking powder vegetables if using.
~Finely chopped coriander, onion, ginger
(optional to add to the chilla) 3. Add the water slowly, the batter should be of a
~1 tsp olive oil or ghee pourable consistency
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~300 gms raw amaranth leaves, washed (also 1. Roughly chop the amaranth leaves and set them
called chaulai/chawli) aside along with the rest of the ingredients.
~1-inch ginger, chopped
~2 garlic cloves, chopped 2. In a pan, heat the oil on medium flame. Cook the
~1 green chilli, deseeded and chopped ginger and garlic until fragrant. Add the green chilli
~1 tsp mustard oil and saute slighlty.
~salt to taste
3. Add the leaves and cook on a low flame with a
lid so that the leaves leave their water.
Makes 1 serving
4. Cook for 10 mins, season with salt and serve.
BHUTTA
Ingredients Instructions
~1 or 1.2 corn on the cob ~Roadside bhutta, seasoned with lemon and
spices. if you're grilling it at home then just boil it
Makes 1 serving and roast it on the stove. Season with lemon, salt
and chaat masala
BUTTER PANEER
Ingredients Instructions
~150 gms paneer, cubed 1. Heat oil in a pan and cook the ginger until
~100 gms dahi fragrant, followed by the jeera powder and garam
~2 tomatoes, pureed (50 gms) masala.
~1-inch ginger cut into juliennes (matchsticks)
~1 tsp garam masala 2. When the masalas are done add the Kasturi
~2 tsp jeera powder methi followed by the tomato puree. Cook for 6-8
~1 tbsp kasturi methi mins on medium-low flame until the tomato puree
~1 tbsp butter or ghee changes colour and all the water evaporates.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
~1/2 a small sweet potato or 1 small, cut into 1. Heat oil in a pan, add the ginger, and cook until
small cubes fragrant, followed by the jeera. Add the Haldi
~1 small green capsicum powder and green chili if consuming.
~1-inch ginger, grated
~1 tsp jeera powder 2. Add the sweet potato and stir on a high frame,
~1 tsp whole jeera seeds close the lid and lower the flame.
~1 tsp haldi powder
~1/2 green chilli, deseeded and chopped 3. Let the potato cook through and then add the
~1 tsp mustard oil chopped capsicum. You don't need to cook the
capsicum much so do so only for 2-3 mins.
Ingredients Instructions
~100 gms tofu, cut into a rectangle 1. Marinate the block of tofu in the soya and garlic
~300 gms spinach, washed and leave it in the fridge for about half an hour
~1/2 tsp sesame oil or olive oil
~2 tbsps toasted sesame seeds 2. After washing the spinach, place it in a pan with
a splash of water. Cover the lid and let it steam for
MARINATE 2-5 mins. Once the leaves have wilted and changed
~2 tbsps soya sauce colour, strain the spinach.
~1/2 inch grated ginger
3. Grill the marinated tofu in oil for about 2
DRESSING minutes on each side, or until it gets some colour.
~2 tbsps peanut butter or tahini paste
~2 tbsps soya sauce 4. Mix the dressing
~1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
~1 tsp sesame oil 4. Once the spinach cools, roughly chop it and add
~1 tbsp vinegar half the dressing to it.
Ingredients Instructions
~1 tsp olive oil 1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high
~250 gms ground chicken or fish chunks heat. Add the garlic and ginger and saute until
~2 spring onions finely diced (keep the green golden. Add the onions and cook until translucent.
part for garnishing)
~4 pieces of chopped water chestnut (canned 2. Add the meat and cook for 5-6 minutes,
or fresh-boiled) breaking up the meat with a spatula, until mostly
~1 tbsp minced garlic cooked through.
~1 tsp minced ginger
~2 tbsps soy sauce 3. Stir in the water chestnuts. Cook for 1 more
~1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional) minute.
~1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
~1 head iceberg lettuce head, leaves 4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce
separated and sesame oil.
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
MASOOR DAAL
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
NICE CREAM
Ingredients Instructions
Makes 1 serving
GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
Any of the following that is in season and 1. Cook in minimal amount of oil (ghee or olive oil)
easily available:
~Karela 2. Season as per your taste
~French beans
~Bhindi
~Lobia/soya beans or gawar ki phali
~Lauki/ghiya
~Tinda
~Tori
~Parwali
~Kundru
~Broccoli
~Cauliflower
~Pumpkin
Ingredients Instructions
Ingredients Instructions
You can use any othe following vegetables, 1. Cook in a minimal amount of olive oil, coconut
mix 2-3 or just use 1: oil, or ghee
Ingredients Instructions
Any of the following pulses are fine 1. Cooked in a minimal amount of oil (olive oil/
~Yellow moong daal (without chilka, split) ghee/ mustard oil)
~Green moong daal (with chilka, split)
~Channa daal (split) 2. Makes according to your taste and preference.
~Masoor daal (pink)
~Toor/arhar daal (sambhar)
~Chilka urad (kaali daal)
~Urad daal
~Horsegram (kulthi)