Author: Nidhi Bothra

Rainbow Millet & Spouted Methi Salad

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Rainbow Millet & Spouted Methi Salad – A fresh, colorful, and nourishing salad packed with crunchy vegetables, sweet fruits, herbs, and wholesome millets. The citrusy honey mustard dressing ties everything together beautifully, making this perfect for a light lunch, side salad, or summer meal. WATCH HOW TO MAKE RAINBOW MILLET & SPROUTED METHI SALAD: If you like this, please try my other recipes: Asian Carrot Salad Tandoori Corn Watermelon Salad Thai Mango Noodle Salad Mediterranean Chickpea Salad A fresh, colorful, and nourishing salad packed with crunchy vegetables, sweet fruits, herbs, and wholesome millets. The citrusy honey mustard dressing ties everything together beautifully, making this perfect for a light lunch, side salad, or summer meal. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share your creation with me!

Protein Rich Quinoa Lentil Dosa

Protein Rich Quinoa Lentil Dosa

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I shared this high protein dosa on my stories last week, and it completely blew up! So many of you asked for the recipe that I had to put it all down here. It’s a crispy, golden, protein-packed twist on a classic, made with quinoa and lentils for a balanced and nourishing meal, and it’s one you will keep coming back to! WATCH HOW TO MAKE QUINOA LENTIL DOSA: What I love most about this dosa is how simple but nourishing it is, while still feeling like something a little special. The batter is a mix of quinoa and lentils, which gives it that perfect balance of protein and texture. I usually go with chana dal, moong dal, and masoor dal, but this recipe is very flexible, so feel free to use what you have on hand. To that, I add a bit of methi and a few dried red chilies for a subtle kick and extra depth of flavor. Let everything soak for 4 to 5 hours, or overnight if you have the time, …

Curry Leaf Podi - Curry Patta Podi

Curry Leaf Podi

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Curry Leaf Podi is a flavorful South Indian-style dry chutney powder made with curry leaves, lentils, peanuts, sesame seeds, coconut, garlic, red chilies, and tamarind. It is nutty, spicy, slightly tangy, and full of aroma. You can enjoy it with hot rice and ghee, dosa, idli, paratha, or even sprinkle it over snacks and salads for extra flavor! If you like this, please try my other recipes: Rajma Rice Arancini Cheese Corn Balls Rose Sprouted Aloo Tikki Chaat Baked Beans Layer Chaat Curry Leaf Podi is a flavorful South Indian-style dry chutney powder made with curry leaves, lentils, peanuts, sesame seeds, coconut, garlic, red chilies, and tamarind. It is nutty, spicy, slightly tangy, and full of aroma. You can enjoy it with hot rice and ghee, dosa, idli, paratha, or even sprinkle it over snacks and salads for extra flavor. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d …

Spicy Mango Coconut Bites

Spicy Mango Coconut Bites

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If you’re looking for a fun vegetarian appetizer that feels a little different but still comes together beautifully, these Spicy Mango Coconut Bites are such a good one to make. With a crisp golden coating on the outside, a soft and melty mango center, and served with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce, lemon aioli, and a fresh spring salad base, this is the kind of appetizer that looks special and disappears fast! WATCH HOW TO MAKE SPICY MANGO COCONUT BITES: What makes these bites really stand out is the center. The filling is made with finely chopped mango, cheese, paneer, coconut, cilantro, and red chilies, then frozen before shaping. That one step makes all the difference. It helps the filling hold its shape, makes the balls easier to form, and gives you that soft, melty center once they’re fried. The outer layer is made with rice, paneer, red curry paste, lemon juice, basil, and a few simple seasonings. The rice is cooked a little softer here, which helps the mixture come together well for …

Crispy Rice Pakora Chaat

Crispy Rice Pakora Chaat

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Would you believe me if I told you that this dish starts with something as simple as rice? From fluffy grains to crispy pakoras and finally into a vibrant, flavor-packed chaat, this is truly a summer showstopper that looks as good as it tastes. WATCH HOW TO MAKE CRISPY RICE PAKODA CHAAT: For this recipe, I’m using fragrant basmati rice, which creates the perfect base for our pakoras and really shines through in the final dish. To the cooked rice, we add grated potatoes, onions, fresh cilantro, and a mix of aromatics to build layers of flavor and texture. A little flour helps bind everything together, and then come the spices. I also like to include a freshly ground masala here, which makes all the difference—don’t skip it, it really elevates the entire dish. Once everything is mixed, shape the mixture into equal, bite-sized pakoras and fry them until golden brown and perfectly crisp. What I love most about these pakoras is the contrast—the outside gets beautifully crunchy, while the inside stays soft and fluffy …

Afghani Paneer Paniyaram

Afghani Paneer Paniyaram

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Paneer is such a staple in my kitchen, but every once in a while, I like to experiment with it and create something a little different. This time, I wanted to bring together the richness of Afghani-style paneer with a fun, bite-sized format — and that’s how these Afghani Paneer Paniyarams came together. ✨❤️ The filling is creamy, mild, packed with flavor, and made with yogurt, cream, cashew paste, and warm spices. Instead of grilling the paneer like a classic tikka, I tucked it inside a spiced moong dal batter and cooked it slowly in a paniyaram pan until golden on the outside and soft inside. WATCH HOW TO MAKE AFGHANI PANEER PANIYARAM: What I love most about this recipe is the contrast of textures — crisp edges, a soft outer layer, and that rich, creamy paneer center. It’s simple, unique, and perfect for entertaining or when you want to serve paneer in a completely new way. If you like this, please try my other recipes: Mango Coconut Paneer Tikka Japanese Crispy Rice Balls Banana …

Pineapple Cloud Matcha

Pineapple Cloud Matcha

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Fresh pineapple juice over ice, topped with a soft coconut matcha cloud — this Pineapple Cloud Matcha 🍍🍵 is light, refreshing, and such a beautiful way to enjoy matcha! The sweetness of pineapple pairs so nicely with the earthy notes of matcha, while coconut milk adds a smooth, creamy finish that makes every sip feel perfectly balanced!✨ WATCH HOW TO MAKE PINEAPPLE CLOUD MATCHA: Now that spring is already here, drinks like this just feel right – bright, fresh, and so pretty in the glass! A simple little moment of refreshment to welcome the season. If you like this, please try my other recipes: Cucumber Mint Cooler Strawberry Cream Matcha Spiced Orange Rasam Mango Orange Fizzy Fresh pineapple juice over ice, topped with a soft coconut matcha cloud — this Pineapple Coconut Cloud Matcha is light, refreshing, and such a beautiful way to enjoy matcha. The sweetness of pineapple pairs so nicely with the earthy notes of matcha, while coconut milk adds a smooth, creamy finish that makes every sip feel perfectly balanced! Subscribe to …

Crispy Lotus Stem Chinese Bhel

Crispy Lotus Stem Chinese Bhel | Kamal Kakdi Indo-Chinese Snack

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If you love Indo-Chinese flavors and crunchy chaat-style snacks, this Crispy Lotus Stem Chinese Bhel is a must try. Thinly sliced lotus stem (kamal kakdi) is fried until golden and crisp, then tossed with crunchy vegetables, a sweet and spicy Chinese-style sauce, and masala roasted makhanas for extra texture. It’s bold, vibrant, and incredibly satisfying. ✨❤️ WATCH HOW TO MAKE CRISPY LOTUS STEM CHINESE BHEL: This recipe is perfect for entertaining or when you want a fun twist on Chinese bhel and lotus stem recipes. The sauce can even be made ahead of time, making it a great party snack or appetizer that comes together quickly when you’re ready to serve. If you like this, please try my other recipes: Cheese Corn Croquettes – Cheese Corn Poppers Vegan Korean Chili Potatoes Stuffed Chili Mushrooms Asian Corn Bhel A fun Indo-Chinese inspired snack that combines crispy lotus stem with the bold flavors of Chinese bhel. Golden lotus stem is tossed with crunchy vegetables, a sweet and spicy sauce, masala roasted makhanas for extra texture, and finished …

Rajma Rice Casserole

Rajma Chawal Casserole – Layered Rajma Rice Casserole

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Rajma Chawal Casserole ✨ a layered, modern take on a timeless Indian comfort classic, just a little reimagined! Layered whole-spice basmati rice, slow-simmered rajma, and a bold achari salad topping that brings everything together beautifully! WATCH HOW TO MAKE RAJMA CHAWAL CASSEROLE: Rajma chawal is one of those meals that instantly feels like home. Warm, comforting, and deeply rooted in tradition, it’s a dish many of us grew up eating on slow Sundays and busy weeknights alike. In this version, I kept the flavors completely classic — fragrant whole-spice basmati rice and slow-simmered rajma — but presented them in a layered casserole format for a slightly modern twist. The addition of a bold achari salad on top brings brightness, texture, and depth to every bite. It’s still the same rajma chawal we love — just expressed a little differently. If you like this, please try my other recipes: Banana Leaf Rice Parcels Rajma Rice Arancini Awadhi Layered Biryani Rajasthani Govind Gatta Layered Pulao Rajma Chawal Casserole ✨ a layered, modern take on a timeless Indian …