FUNTIONAL FOOD

Breakfast is the first meal of the day and perhaps the most important meal of the day. But to start up and get going, especially in cold winter mornings can be pretty daunting sometimes. So eating less or skipping Breakfast seems to be a better option to catch up with time. But skipping breakfast is something you will never think of if your Breakfast is already prepared beforehand. Come on! you could manage at least five minutes or so, to whip together a healthy and nourishing breakfast, which you will love to eat. Today, I will give you a Granola recipe, which you could, in less time, you could prepare at your Stove-top at the weekend and enjoy all throughout the…

Winter calls for some different meal attack altogether for some of us and what's more could be mouth-watering, than a Pizza. I know Dominos and Pizza Hut are busy than ever to supply our best Pizzas in our homes. But today I thought to do it all by myself. Yes, I know very well, I am not an expert in this, but I will definitely give this a try today. The first thing that comes to our mind for preparing Pizza is the Pizza sauce. And that too, my friend will be homemade today. Say 'no' to the store-bought Pizza sauce. It's very easy to make and takes very little effort and time. Ingredients:: Tomatoes-3 medium-sized.Onion-1 medium-sizedOlive oil-2 tsp.Few Basil LeavesDry…

Cucumber consists of 90% water and as such is great for hydration. And for people who dislike drinking plain water a cooler made of cucumber and mint is a great substitute for plain water. Today we are going to see how these two main ingredients- Cucumber and Mint, bring to us a refreshing and energizing natural substitute for plain water. The recipe is simple, with only over-the-counter few ingredients, but the taste is amazingly refreshing and above all, nourishing. Ingredients:: 1 medium cucumberFew mint leavesHoneyLemon JuiceBlack SaltWater Direction:: In a mixer, blend the cucumber slices, mint leaves with some plain water. Take a glass and fill some ice cubes. Now pour the mixture, add salt money, and lime juice. Mix them…

Mojito, itself is a very popular summer drink. And Lemon Mint Mojito is the best of the lot. The tangerine taste of the lemon and the cooling flavor of the mint, make the Mojito, a refreshing and energizing drink, especially in the Summer. So, let's get on with the recipe. Ingredients:: 1.Lemon Slices of 1 lemonMint leavesHoneyBlack SaltWater Directions:: Take a glass jar. Add the lemon slices and the mint leaves, with some water. Muddle the mixture as it helps to juice out the lemon and also take out the flavour of both the lemon and the mint leaves. Now take a glass, fill it with ice cubes. Add the mixture. Serve with some fresh mint leaves and lemon slices. The…

We are all familiar with noodles in a soup bowl or the most famous stir-fry noodles. But have you heard of the noodles in a salad? Yes, it is something worth trying this season. So let's try it here-the Rice Noodles Salad. And I can assure you, the recipe is fulfilling, refreshing, and above all healthy. Ingredients:: 1.For the Salad: a)Rice Noodles-cooked as per packet instructions. b)Capsicum and carrots-One cup each blanched. 2.For the Dressings: a)Oilve oil-2 tsp b)Lemon Juice- 2 tsp c)Honey or maple syrup- 1 tsp d)Freshly crushed black pepper-1 tsp e)Chopped red chilli-1 piece f)Salt to taste 3. For Garnishing: a)Chopped parsley and some green parts of spring onion. Directions:: 1.Put all the salad ingredients in a large…

Simply Hummus Hummus is a very popular recipe when it comes to preparing a Vegan diet. It is widely used as a dip or spread in toast or tortilla or wraps. Its texture is smooth and creamy and tastes great. But then what is this Hummus made of? Lets’ dive in to unwrap its flavors. Hummus is a middle-east recipe, with the predominant uses of Chickpeas. The middle-east has an abundant supply of Chickpeas and no doubt it is used in their dishes. The earliest mention of Hummus dates back to Egypt in the 13th century, as per some historical sources. But its origin is still, debatable, as Greeks, Arabs, even Israelis claim it as their own. Where ever may its…

A Dessert for breakfast, when fresh pineapple in season. Another recipe to try for. INGREDIENTS: THE PUDDING  3 Tbsp chia seeds1 cup plain milk (or soy milk or any other plant-based milk of your choice)1 tsp of Vanilla extract.1/8 tsp cinnamon2 tsp of honey or maple syrupFew pieces of pineapple slices INGREDIENTS: TOPPINGS Few Slices of PineappleFew raisinsSome coconut flakes DIRECTIONS 1.Put all the pudding ingredients in a bowl or jar and stir to combine. 2.Cover and let it sit in the fridge for 2-3 hrs or until the chia seeds forms the jelly like consistency. ( Best kept for overnight). 3.Before serving stir well and serve with the toppings as you like (mine was pineapple slices, few raisins, and coconut…

The tropical flavor in the recipe with the adding of mangoes, not only increases the food value but also adds vibrant color to the whole breakfast. If this kind of breakfast awaits for you in the morning, waking up was never so fun! INGREDIENTS: THE PUDDING  3 Tbsp chia seeds1 cup plain milk (or soy milk or any other plant-based milk of your choice)1/8 tsp cinnamon2 tsp of honey or maple syrup 1/2 full ripe mango sliced into cubes INGREDIENTS: TOPPINGS  1/2 full ripe mango sliced into cubesFew pomegranate seedsFew mint leaves or parsley.Some coconut flakes DIRECTIONS 1.Put all the pudding ingredients in a bowl or jar and stir to combine. 2.Cover and let it sit in the fridge for 2-3 hrs…

The crunch of pomegranates with chia pudding, not only enhances its taste, but the nutritional value of the whole recipe is a must-try for a healthy start of the day. INGREDIENTS: THE PUDDING  3 Tbsp chia seeds1 cup plain milk (or soy milk or any other plant-based milk of your choice)1/8 tsp cinnamon2 tsp of honey or maple syrup. INGREDIENTS: TOPPINGS  2-3 cashews1/2 medium size pomegranate seedsFew mint leaves or parsley. DIRECTIONS :: 1.Put all the pudding ingredients in a bowl or jar and stir to combine. 2.Cover and let it sit in the fridge for 2-3 hrs or until the chia seeds forms the jelly like consistency. ( Best kept for overnight). 3.Before serving stir well and serve with the…