Spinach Paneer Pinwheels
When we were in Greece this summer no day was complete without a classic spanakopita and these spinach paneer pinwheels are inspired by those traditional Greek bakeries where we had the flakiest spanakopitas!
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Crispy Chickpea Baked Potatoes
Crispy Chickpea Baked Potatoes — colorful and rich, these are the ultimate way to enjoy a fluffy baked potato! With crispy masala chickpeas, herbed yogurt, pickles, olives, and other toppings, I can’t get over how colorful, rich, and yet still light these are! I tried a similar dish called Kumpir in Turkey and this my version with a few Indian-inpsired twists! HOW TO MAKE CRISPY CHICKPEA LOADED BAKED POTATOES: We’ll start by poking holes into our potatoes and coating them with olive oil and salt before baking these until nice and golden brown. Then, we’ll make our crispy masala chickpeas! We’ll toss the chickpeas in olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, chaat masala, and salt. Bake these until crispy. And now it’s time to assemble! We’ll cut open our beautiful baked potatoes and gently mash the insides. Add in butter and cheese and mix to make these super fluffy and rich! We’ll add a drizzle of this silky herbed yogurt, pickled, olives, pickled red onions, beets, and another drizzle of that herbed yogurt! Top with our …
Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry
Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry — with khatta-meeta paneer marinated in achari spices and a glossy honey top, this Indian-twist on the viral TikTok trend is nothing short of show stopping! Baked to flaky, golden-brown perfection, these aren’t going to last long! WATCH HOW TO MAKE ACHARI PANEER UPSIDE DOWN PUFF PASTRY: Achari Paneer Upside Down Puff Pastry — with khatta-meeta paneer marinated in achari spices and a glossy honey top, this Indian-twist on the viral TikTok trend is nothing short of show stopping! Baked to flaky, golden-brown perfection, these aren’t going to last long! 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. < p style=”margin: 0; margin-bottom: 1.5em;”>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!
Baked Puran Poli Rolls
Puran Poli Rolls — a quick version of a classic recipe, roll your leftover rotis with a rich, fragrant filling made with chana dal, jaggery, saffron, cardamom, coconut, and nutmeg! Baked or airfried until golden brown and garnished with rose petals and edible gold foil, making homemade puran poli has never been this easy and elegant! WATCH HOW TO MAKE BAKED PURAN POLI ROLLS: Puran Poli Rolls — a quick version of a classic recipe, roll your leftover rotis with a rich, fragrant filling made with chana dal, jaggery, saffron, cardamom, coconut, and nutmeg! Baked or airfried until golden brown and garnished with rose petals and edible gold foil, making homemade puran poli has never been this easy and elegant! 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 …
Mini Banana Bread Bundt Cakes
Banana Bread Bundt Cakes — soft and decadent, let’s give classic banana bread an adorable makeover! With a silky chocolate ganache and fresh fruits for a burst of freshness, these mini bundt cakes are a picture-perfect way to sweeten up brunch this Mother’s Day! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MINI BANANA BREAD BUNDT CAKES: Mini Banana Bread Bundt Cakes — soft and decadent, let’s give classic banana bread an adorable makeover! With a silky chocolate ganache and fresh fruits for a burst of freshness, these mini bundt cakes are a picture-perfect way to sweeten up brunch this Mother’s Day! 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!
Veggie Finger Sandwiches – Canapes With Orange Honey
Veggie Finger Sandwiches — with colorful veggies, yogurt-cream cheese spread, and zesty citrusy orange honey, these French Canape inspired finger sandwiches are the cutest, bite-sized appetizer. These baked sandwiches feature colorful, crunchy veggies with bursts of sweetness from the orange honey for an appetizer that is both refreshing and eye-catching! Enjoy them with some Cantaloupe Agua Fresca. WATCH HOW TO MAKE VEGGIE FINGER SANDWICHES – CANAPES: Veggie Finger Sandwiches — with colorful veggies, yogurt-cream cheese spread, and zesty citrusy orange honey, these French Canape inspired finger sandwiches are the cutest, bite-sized appetizer. These baked sandwiches feature colorful, crunchy veggies with bursts of sweetness from the orange-honey for an appetizer that is both refreshing and eye-catching! 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 …
Mango Naan Pizza – Two Ways
This is one of my favorite simple dinners: naan pizzas! Using naan as a pizza base is a game changer, it makes this recipe super quick and hassle free! For a sweet and savory combo, I love pairing a pesto base with mango, onion, jalapeños, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic glaze. For a more classic version, layer marinara sauce with onions, peppers, and cheese. Top this off with a lightly dressed mango, baby-spinach and arugula salad for more body! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MANGO NAAN PIZZA – TWO WAYS: This is one of my favorite simple dinners: naan pizzas! Using naan as a pizza base is a game changer, it makes this recipe super quick and hassle free! For a sweet and savory combo, I love pairing a pesto base with mango, onion, jalapeños, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic glaze. For a more classic version, layer marinara sauce with onions, peppers, and cheese. Top this off with a lightly dressed mango, baby-spinach and arugula salad for more body! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE …
Baked Sooji Appe – Veggie Semolina Bites
Veggie Semolina Bites — a healthy and delicious start to your morning, these baked savory muffins have fresh veggies, Italian seasoning, and cheese! Coming together super easily, this is a grab-and-go breakfast or snack you won’t have to think twice about!
Skillet Taco Mac ‘n Cheese
Skillet Taco Mac ’n Cheese — a Mexican twist to the ultimate comfort food, this is a festive way to spice up some velvety, rich mac ’n cheese! Baked to golden brown perfection with a breadcrumb topping and served with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream for for some heat and freshness, this is a timeless riff that will never fail to put a smile on someone’s face! You can enjoy this Skillet Taco Mac ’n Cheese with: Mango Guacamole Strawberry Salsa Pico de Gallo (Salsa) WATCH HOW TO MAKE SKILLET TACO MAC ‘N CHEESE Skillet Taco Mac ’n Cheese — a Mexican twist to the ultimate comfort food, this is a festive way to spice up some velvety, rich mac ’n cheese! Baked to golden brown perfection with a breadcrumb topping and served with pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream for for some heat and freshness, this is a timeless riff that will never fail to put a smile on someone’s face! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU …
Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake
Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake — when you’re craving sushi next, skip the usual takeout for this Indian-inspired sushi bake that combines traditional flavors with an Indian twist, all baked to perfection in the oven! Featuring Maya Kaimal’s Tikka Masala Sauce that is just bursting with flavor and simple toppings like pickled onions, fresh mango, and a drizzle of sriracha mayo, this is a fool-proof way to deliver on flavor and novelty! WATCH HOW TO MAKE PANEER TIKKA SUSHI BAKE: Maya Kaimal is one of my favorite brands for when I’m looking for authentic Indian sauces for a quick meal! You can find all of Maya Kaimal’s simmer sauces at your closest Indian or Asian store. I especially love their Tikka Masala sauce — the paneer soaks up all the warm, subtle spices and, when paired with fresh cucumber, sushi rice, and hoisin sauce, it’s the perfect fusion of Japanese and Indian! Paneer Tikka Sushi Bake — when you’re craving sushi next, skip the usual takeout for this Indian-inspired sushi bake that combines traditional flavors with …