Dates are an absolute staple in a Muslim household during Ramadan and when you have as many dates as you do it’s nice to find another way to eat them and I just happen to have a fun, simple way to up your Ramadan date game. Stuffed Dates can be found around the…
Category: Vegan
Roasted Chickpea Salad with a Hummus Dijon Dressing
I’m always trying to find ways to make salad’s feel more like full meals and I think I found the answer here! I think you really need a salad that’s a bit more than just vegetables to feel full. This Roasted Chickpea Salad is chock full of crispy, spiced, roasted chickpeas and tossed…
Kichri (Pakistani Rice and Lentil Porridge)
If you’re looking for the perfect Pakistani comfort food then look no further! If it’s a cold day and you want to warm yourself up or you’re feeling under the weather this Rice and Lentil Porridge is just what you need. Trust me, I speak from experience. Kichri is a simple dish to…
Garden to Table: Roasted Tomato Soup
Soups have to be the ultimate Autumn meal. They’re so warm, cozy, and comforting (well, I like to think so). And this Roasted Tomato Soup is no exception. With fresh, garden tomatoes this creamy, herby soup offers the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. Paired with a delicious grilled cheese sandwich the soup…
Garden to Table: Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
One of the most rewarding things for me is being able to make food using produce I grew in my own backyard! Something I always grow are tomatoes and this time I wanted to share a simple recipe that celebrates the sweetness and brightness of fresh garden tomatoes. This Tomato Basil Bruschetta has…
Strawberry Avocado Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
One of my favorite summer fruits has to be strawberries! I love the sweetness and versatility of them, you can put them in so many things from desserts to sauces to, of course, salads! And that’s what I’m here to show you today. Sometimes the best way to celebrate fresh, tasty strawberries is…
Summer Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
I never really enjoyed salads at home but I’m starting to realize it was probably because I was making them wrong. Unfortunately, shredded iceberg lettuce and diced tomatoes wasn’t really cutting it in encouraging me to eat more vegetables. But then I was introduced to this summer salad with a medley of leafy…
Pakistani Masoor Daal Tadka (Spiced Red Lentils)
Daal (Pakistani Lentil) is an absolute staple in every Pakistani household. It’s simple, hearty, delicious, and so versatile! You can pair it with rice or roti and eat it for any meal. There is a huge variety of daals but today I’m going to be focusing on Masoor Daal (Red Lentils). These soft,…
Gajar Muttar Sabzi (Carrot and Pea Side Dish)
If you’re looking for a simple, delicious way to add some veggies to your next meal than look no further than this Gajar Muttar Subzi (Carrot and Pea Curry). This quick, spiced Carrot and Pea side dish is warm, aromatic, and delicious. It goes great on rice or as a side dish with…
Garden to Table: Homemade Tomato Sauce
Every summer our neighbor very kindly gives us the most amazing, robust garden fresh tomatoes and they are honestly better than anything I’ve had from a grocery store. After a few bags of tomatoes we quickly realized we had more than we could possibly handle for own soups, salaans, and salads so I…