Here is a recipe for South Indian lentil fritters called vadas. This ever popular snack food can be made with any variety of lentils that are soaked until soft, blended into a coarse batter, and fried up to serve alongside tea or drinks.
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Instapot Ven Pongal. South Indian Rice and Lentil Risotto
Happy New Year! I hope you had a great December! If you’ve been entertaining a lot this holiday season or went to a few dinners and gatherings and are looking for a simple low key dinner in the new year, this one is for you. It’s a recipe for South Indian lentil and rice dish called Ven Pongal.
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Persimmon Spinach Quinoa Salad
Persimmons are still in season in our area so grab them before the season is over in a couple of weeks. In this salad recipe persimmon is the star with quinoa and spinach playing a supporting role.
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Beet and Apple Salad with Ancient Grains
Looking for a hefty salad? This one is loaded with beets, apples and grains such as millet and super greens like kale. A flavorful salad that is delicious and filling.
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Navy Beans and Sun Dried Tomato Salad
Canned navy beans, jarred sun dried tomatoes, and any fruit you want to add makes a delicious salad on those days when you don’t have many fresh ingredients.
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Cumin Carrot Rice and Quinoa for Lunch with a Friend
Cumin carrot rice and quinoa is an easy and delicious pilaf when you want to make something quick. Serve it as a side dish or have it with yogurt or cottage cheese for a satisfying meal.
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Roasted Veggie Paella
Here’s a summery recipe with roasted veggies and crisp snap peas all tossed in Spanish paella.
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Green Pea Risotto with Aromatic Homemade Pea Broth
Slightly sweet from homemade pea broth, with lovely tender sweet peas, plus all the flavor enhancers like onions garlic and chives turn a simple pea risotto into something amazing! Give it a try!
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Spring Carrot Risotto
This risotto is spring as it’s best. Tender spring carrots, tender spring onions and chard make this risotto over the top delicious!
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White Beans and Super Greens Stew
Here is a hearty stew made with white beans, super greens, carrots and sweet potatoes that are all spiced up with turmeric and cumin.
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