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Winter is the time for some fresh green seasonal vegetables like radish.This recipe is a combination of radish and fenugreek(methi) leaves which is nutritious as both are great sources of some essential vitamins and minerals. Ingredients: Radish-4,medium sized;finely chopped Methi leaves-2 bundles Onion-1,small;finely chopped Dry red chillies-2,broken Garlic-5-6 cloves,crushed Mustard seeds-1/4 teaspoon Fenugreek(methi) seeds-a pinch Turmeric powder-1/4 teaspoon Salt to taste Oil-2 teaspoons Method: -Make sure you wash the methi leaves in running water 2-3 times to remove the dirt and then finely chop the leaves. -Peel the radish and finely chop them. -Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds,methi seeds,dry red chillies and let it splutter. -Now add finely chopped onions and saute for 2-3 minutes and then add the crushed garlic. -Add chopped radish and mix well and let it cook for 3-4 minutes on medium flame. -Add chopped methi leaves  and mix well again and ...

Keema cutlet is a favorite with kids.I always prefer chicken keema over mutton.To make this recipe a little more healthier I have added oats instead of corn-flour for binding.This combination tastes great.Do give it a try and don't forget to write your feedback :). Ingredients: Chicken Keeme-250 grams Oats-14 cups Ginger-1 small piece Garlic-6-7 cloves Onion-5-6 teaspoons,finely chopped Green chillies-2 Green coriander leaves-3 teaspoon,finely chopped Salt to taste Oil to shallow fry Method:  -Mix all the above ingredients except oil in a big bowl and let this mixture rest for 15-20 minutes. -Heat a little oil in a pan and take small portion of  keema  mixture from the bowl and flatten it with your hands and gently put it on the pan. -Cook  the cutlets on low to medium flame till both sides look golden brown. -Serve hot with green chutney.

This recipe of mushroom is cooked in a rich gravy of milk and cashew nut paste.Try it out and I'm sure you will love it. Ingredients: Button mushrooms-1 pack,fresh/250 grams Onions-2 teaspoons,finely chopped Green cardamom-2 Black cardamom-1 Shah jeera- a pinch Milk-2 cups Cashew nut paste-2 tablespoons Yogurt-2 teaspoons Garam masala powder-1/4 teaspoon White pepper powder-1/4 teaspoon Green cardamom powder-1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder-1/4 powder Water-3 tablespoons Salt to taste Oil-2 tablespoons Method: -Wash the mushrooms properly and cut them into 4 pieces each. -Heat oil in a pan and add the cardamoms,shah jeera and  finely chopped onions and saute for 1-2 minutes. -Now add the diced mushrooms and saute for another 3 minutes. -Add 2 cups of milk and salt and let the mushrooms cook for 3-4 minutes. -Now add the cashew nut paste and mix it well in the gravy. -Let the mushrooms simmer in the gravy for sometime. -Take a bowl and add the garam masala,g...

sandwiches are easy to make and are great for snacks or breakfast.I prefer brown bread or multigrain bread over white bread.There are several ways to make sandwiches and today's recipe is a quick to make and healthy one. Ingredients: Brown bread slices-6 Cheese slices-3 Pineapple slices-3 Mayonnaise-2 tablespoons Tomato ketchup-3 teaspoons Method: -Cut the sides of each bread slice. -Take a bowl and mix mayonnaise and tomato ketchup together. -Now spread the mayonnaise evenly on each slice of bread. -Place a cheese slice and a slice of pineapple and cover it with another bread slice. -Serve with fresh fruit juice.

Potato and white peas salad is filling and is also healthy.I have added chopped onions but you can skip that if you want to have this salad during fasts.This is another quick and easy to make recipe and can be served to kids as an after-school snack. Ingredients: Dried White peas-1/2 cup,soaked and boiled Green peas- 3 table spoons,boiled Potatoes-2 small,boiled and peeled and diced Cucumber-3 tablespoons,finely chopped Onion-3 teaspoons,finely chopped(Optional) Green chilli-1,finely chopped Lime juice-2 teaspoons Fresh coriander leaves-3 teaspoons,finely chopped Tomato-1 small sized,finely chopped Rock salt-a pinch Salt to taste Chaat masala-1 teaspoon Aamchur powder-1/2 teaspoon Sev bhujia-2 teaspoons Hung yogurt-1 tablespoon Roasted cumin powder-1/2 teaspoon Method: -Soak the dries white-peas in water for 6-8 hours and pressure cook the soaked peas in 3 cups of water with a little salt for 3 whistles. -Wash and boil the potatoes for 3 whistles.Cool it and pe...

Spinach is rich in iron and is also a good source of antioxidant while paneer is packed with protein.I have tried to make this recipe as healthy as possible(i.e without adding too much butter or ghee). Ingredients: Spinach leaves-3 cups Paneer cubes-500 grams Onion-1 medium sized,finely chopped Tomato-1 big sized,finely chopped Garlic-8-9 cloves,finely chopped Ginger-1 small piece Green chilli-1 Red chilli powder-1 teaspoon Kasuri methi -1 teaspoon Cumin seeds-1 teaspoon Garam masala-1/2 teaspoon Bay leaves-1 Cinnamon stick-1 Salt to taste Oil-3 teaspoons Method:  For the Spinach Puree: -Heat 4 cups of water in a pan and add a little salt to it.When the water starts to boil,turn off the flame and add the spinach leaves and kep the pan pan covered for 3-4 minutes. -Drain the hot water and add ice cold water to the pan and take the spinach leaves out. -Take a mixer jar and add the blanched spinach leaves,green chilli,ginger,2 garlic cloves and blend to make ...

Walnuts have amazing health benefits.They are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants which are great for the body.Mint leaves  too have numerous health benefits.They are packed with phytonutrients and antioxidants.The combination of mint leaves and walnuts along with garlic makes this dip/chutney super healthy.You can use this dip as a spread on breads and chapatis or simply enjoy it with your meals. Ingredients: Mint leaves-1 cup Walnuts-1/2 cup Lime juice-2 teaspoons Garlic-4-5 cloves,chopped Green chilli-1,finely chopped Oil- 1 teaspoon Salt to taste Method: -Heat oil in a pan and add the garlic cloves and the green chilli and fry for 2-3 minutes. -Now add the walnuts and fry for another 2-3 minutes.Let it cool. -Take a mixer jar and add the roasted walnuts,mint leaves,salt and lime juice and blend to make a smooth paste.