Healthy summer drinks
by Lavleen Kaur
Bael Ka Sharbat Ingredients: Bael Fruit (medium-sized Ripe)                    One Green Cardamom Seeds Powdered          1/4 tsp Sugar                                                                 as per Taste Lemon Juice                                                   1 Tbsp Pinch of Black Rock Salt Method: Break open the hard shell of the fruit. Using a sharp knife, carefully remove the pulp. Put it in bowl and mash well with a ladle to blend. Add one cup of water. Mix and sieve through fine muslin cloth or soup mill several times to ensure no fibers remain. Add two cups of water and sugar. Bring to boil. Keep boiling on low flame for about seven minutes. Add cardamom powder and rock salt. Boil for 30 Seconds more. When cool, add lemon juice. Dilute with cold water to preferred consistency. Faalse ka Sharbat Ingredients: Faasla  berries               250gm Sugar                            …...
Dark chocolate cake
by Lavleen Kaur
Who will miss an opportunity of having a dark chocolate cake? Talking about dark chocolate, it is loaded with many nutrients that affects are health positively. There are many proven health benefits of dark chocolate like: Great source of antioxidants Improves blood flow and helps to maintain BP Raises HDL, better known as good cholesterol Decrease risk of heart diseases Improves brain functioning So, how to make dark chocolate cake at home? Here is the complete procedure: Cake Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 2 minutes Makes 1 mug Ingredients 1-2 tsp butter 1 tbsp. chopped dark chocolate 3 tbsp. plain flour / Almond flour 2 tbsp. cocoa powder (unsweetened) A pinch of baking soda 3 tbsp. condensed milk / 6 tbsp erythritol 4 tbsp. almond / coconut milk A…...
Daliya idli recipe
by Lavleen Kaur
Daliya is unrefined wheat and is also a good source of fiber.  Daliya Idli with Vegetables is a unique dish which is made with Broken Wheat (Daliya) and Vegetables in an Idli’s form. These idli’s taste great when served hot with sambar and coconut chutney. Idli is a traditional breakfast item in every South Indian household. It is a comfort food which is enjoyed by everyone of all ages. Trust me, it is a great food for kids. They can enjoy something new and different and at the same time get all the nutrition from it. Ingredients for Daliya Idli vegetables: 1 Cup Daliya (Broken/Cracked Wheat)1/2 Cup Curd / Plain YogurtA small Onion (Finely Chopped)1 Tbsp Carrot (Finely Chopped)One Tbsp Capsicum (Finely Chopped)1 Tbsp Peas1 Tbsp OilSalt as per Taste1/2 to 1 glass Water To prepare Daliya Idli with Vegetables:…...
ChickPea 'Chana'
by Lavleen Kaur
A quick brunch, a quick snack is what we sometimes need when we are too busy or when we are too lazy. The recipe of Chickpea 'chana' chaat is a quick one if you have leftover boiled chickpeas and not so quick if you do not have leftover boiled Chickpeas. Ok...enough of contradictions. Lets come to the recipe details. Chickpeas are rich in fiber, calcium and protein too. These are suitable to everyone from the diabetic to normal folks since they have a low GI. They can be a good source of calcium and protein for vegans. Ingredients for Chana Chaat: Boiled white chana (Chikpeas) - 1 cup Onion - 1 small Tomato - 1 medium Cucumber - 1/2 Lemon - 1 Salt - as per taste Red chilli -…...
Green Juice
by Lavleen Kaur
This is a light, frothy green juice with a lot of flavour. I only added one cup of chopped spinach to the recipe but if you want to bulk up on minerals, feel free to add more. High in vitamins and low in calories, spinach is one of the most nutrient-dense foods. When combined with sweet pineapple, this juice becomes the perfect mid afternoon pick-me-up or a great way to start the morning. Ingredients: Pineapple: 1/4th Spinach: 1 large bunch Ginger: 1 small piece Basil leaves: 4-5 Method: (Servings - 1) Cut all produce to fit through juicer, juice and enjoy! Can be blended as well. Add some water in that case. No doubt raw fruits and vegetables are a better choice than juices but this is perfect for those…...