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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…

The subtle taste of Vanilla in milk makes this Chia Pudding a treat for the taste buds. Nuts and raisins also enhance the whole experience altogether. And more importantly, they give the much-needed crunch in the pudding recipe. INGREDIENTS: THE PUDDING  3 Tbsp chia seeds1 cup plain milk (or soy milk or any other plant-based milk of your choice)1 tsp pure vanilla extract1/8 tsp cinnamon2 tsp of honey or maple syrup INGREDIENTS: TOPPINGS  2-3 walnuts slices7-8 raisins1-2 lemon slices 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 form the jelly-like consistency. ( Best kept for overnight).…

Chocolate is my favorite go-to snack and by far this chocolate chia pudding is one of the best for me. Here, is a recipe for you to enjoy! 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 syrup1 tsp of Cocoa powder INGREDIENTS: TOPPINGS A slice of dark chocolateFew pomegranates seedsSome 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 form the jelly-like consistency. ( Best kept for overnight). 3.Before serving stir well…

Chia Seeds Pudding has come up as a favorite go-to breakfast over the years. People around the world like its nutty taste and it has no doubt become an alternative source of nutrients to kick start the day. C H I A  S T O R Y:: Chia Seeds come from a plant, Salvia hispanica, belongs to a mint family. Its origin is believed to be in Central America where the seed was a staple in the ancient Aztec diet. Chia Seeds have gained attention from the world due to its high omega-3 fatty acid. They also are a good source of fiber. Chia Seeds also contain protein and minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium, and zinc. M Y  C H I…

Before dive into the actual recipe of making the Quinoa Salad, let me give some quick info about Quinoa. We Indians are quite new to this food item and haven’t started using it very often in our recipes. Quinoa pronounced as ‘kveen.vaa’ has originated from South American before coming to our kitchen as a healthy stable diet. Quinoa is gluten-free, high in protein, and one of the few plant foods that contain a sufficient amount of all the nine essentials fatty acids, besides having a good amount of antioxidants in them. So now we know why it is so popular in the ‘ Vegan’s Diet’. After this quick intro, let’s go to the actual recipe for preparing a Quinoa salad. Measurements::…