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Crunchy Moong Sprouts Stir Fry

Crunchy Moong Sprouts Stir Fry

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Crunchy Moong Sprouts Stir Fry — the perfect protein-packed meal, this stir fry features crisp veggies, golden brown paneer or tofu, and these super crunchy baked moong sprouts! Nutritious and so easy to put together, this is the ideal easy meal to cozy up to when it’s chilly or when you’re looking for something guilt-free! WATCH HOW TO MAKE CRUNCHY MOON SPROUTS STIR FRY: Start by taking your sprouted moong and coating it with cornstarch, rice flour, salt, red chili powder, and some oil. This is going to form a really crunchy coating for the moong that will be perfect texture for our stir fry once baked. For the stir fry, heat some oil and in goes our aromatics and dried red chili. Once this is going, add in paneer or tofu for that extra protein and we want these to get slightly golden brown. Next, add in all of your sauces. I’ve used schezwan sauce, chili sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, salt and sugar, and a cornstarch slurry to help this thicken up. We’ll …

Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas

Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas

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Steamed Moong Dal Bhapiyas — soft, fluffy, and packed with protein, this is the ultimate Murshidabadi lunch for when you’re craving a filling and nutritious meal! Similar to idli, these Bhapiyas feature moong dal, peas, and cilantro for a flavorful, melt-in-your mouth meal! I had this at my cousin’s place in Kolkata a few summers ago and I’ve been thinking about it ever since! I hadn’t gotten around to making it until recently, but truly this is such an undiscovered, yet gem of a recipe. WATCH HOW TO MAKE STEAMED MOONG DAL BHAPIYAS: Start by soaking your moong dal and blending it with ginger and green chili. Then, we’ll whip this vigorously to add in some air and make this so light and fluffy! Next, we’ll fold in our peas, cilantro, salt, turmeric powder, and eno for an even softer texture. Mix this well and now it’s time to steam! I used these cute banana leaf cutouts for steaming but you could also use an idli pan. Once ready, just look how beautiful they are! …

Wholesome Dahi Millet Ki Khichdi

Sheherwali Dahi Millet Ki Khichdi

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This wholesome millet dish is inspired by the traditional Sheherwali Dahi ki Khichdi from Murshidabad in Bengal that I fell in love with when I was living in Kolkata! It’s one of my go-to weeknight meals here and it couldn’t be any easier! I wanted to give this a new twist so I tried it with millets, one of India’s biggest superfoods! This comes out super creamy and has a lovely floral taste from the almond paste, rose water, and saffron. WATCH HOW TO MAKE SHEHERWALI DAHI MILLET KI KHICHDI: The millets make it nutritious and filling since they pack protein and fiber, which makes this Khichdi perfect for a simple meal! It takes just 20 minutes to make and you can use any vegetables that you have on hand! Traditionally, this is served with green chutney, kath or mandiya, khichiya, papad, and a simple kachumber salad! It’s rich, creamy, but still super light and this will definitely be a hit! If you like this, please try my other recipes: Healthy Millet Soup with Achari …

Healthy Oats Dosa

Healthy Oats Dosa

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Oats Dosa — crisped to golden brown perfection, this healthy dosa is a super simple breakfast that’s both nutritious and easy on the stomach! Made with two types of lentils and steel cut oats as the main base, pair this with roasted red pepper chutney, podi powder, fresh coconut chutney and sambhar for the ultimate start to your morning! WATCH HOW TO MAKE OATS DOSA: Oats Dosa — crisped to golden brown perfection, this healthy dosa is a super simple breakfast that’s both nutritious and easy on the stomach! Made with two types of lentils and steel cut oats as the main base, pair this with roasted red pepper chutney, podi powder, sambhar or fresh coconut chutney for the ultimate start to your morning! 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 …

Makhana Chocolate Bark

Makhana Chocolate Bark

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Makhana Chocolate Bark — with dark chocolate, goji berries, edible flowers, cardamom, and roasted makhana, this is a fusion Diwali sweet you can enjoy without indulging! Makhana or popped lotus seeds are a super healthy Indian snack and make for the crunchiest, guilt-free addition to a rich dark chocolate bark! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MAKHANA CHOCOLATE BARK: Makhana Chocolate Bark — with dark chocolate, goji berries, edible flowers, cardamom, and roasted makhana, this is a fusion Diwali sweet you can enjoy without indulging! Makhana or popped lotus seeds are a super healthy Indian snack and make for the crunchiest, guilt-free addition to a rich dark chocolate bark! 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!

Quinoa Bowl

Quinoa Bowl

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This simple quinoa bowl with potatoes, peanuts, cranberries, pomegranates is a fun way to enjoy a healthy meal this Navaratri! With green chilies and curry leaves for some heat, this lunch is both comforting and pairs perfectly with some cucumber raita and mint-cilantro chutney! If you like this, please try my other fasting recipes: Coconut Sabudana Bowl Rajgira Badam Sukhdi – Amaranth Almond Fudge Sweet Potato Tikki With Guava Mint Chutney WATCH HOW TO MAKE QUINOA BOWL: This simple quinoa bowl with potatoes, peanuts, cranberries, pomegranates is a fun way to enjoy a healthy meal! With green chilies and curry leaves for some heat, this lunch is both comforting and pairs perfectly with some cucumber raita and mint-cilantro chutney! 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 …

Spicy Citrus Peanut Salad

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This Spicy Citrus Peanut Salad is a refreshing, Indian-inspired dish featuring juicy late-summer citrus like oranges and grapefruit. Paired with crushed peanuts for crunch and a honey-lime dressing that has roasted cumin and chilies, it’s a bright, crisp salad that will brighten any meal!! If you like this, please try my other salad recipes: Asian Cucumber Salad Orange Avocado Salad Thai Mango Noodle Salad   WATCH HOW TO MAKE SPICY CITRUS-PEANUT SALAD: This Spicy Citrus Peanut Salad is a refreshing, Indian-inspired dish featuring juicy late-summer citrus like oranges and grapefruit. Paired with crushed peanuts for crunch and a honey-lime dressing that has roasted cumin and chilies, it’s a bright, crisp salad that will brighten any 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 …

Shrikhand Granola Tarts

Shrikhand Granola Tarts

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Wholesome and colorful, these banana chocolate granola tarts with a quick, greek yogurt shrikhand are perfect to take your breakfast game to the next level! Top them off with some fresh strawberries and crushed pistachios to pair with the cardamom and saffron for a light, elegant start to your morning!