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Salads, Savoury, Vegetables & Sides

Baby Spinach & Avocado Salad with Tomato Wedges and Dried Cranberries

Let me just begin by saying that I’ve made and shared (with friends) this recipe a few times already, and I felt that it needed to get on the blog ASAP. That being said, I also realised that because I’ve made it again and again and again, its become like second nature to me, and often when I am mechanically going about my favourites and staples, I forget to pay attention to the important details like photographs!

I do hope this little glitch will not deter you from re-creating this superbly simple and satisfying salad at home. I personally find honey mustard and avocado to be a match made in heaven. The use of two types of mustard and 2 types of citrus really complement the salad ingredients, and require very little prep and chopping. The salad and dressing kept separate, make a great lunch at your desk as well. I also love the fact that it is gluten free, vegan and dairy free.  Read more…

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Appetisers and Hors D'oeuvres, Fruit Inspired, Savoury

Mexican Quick Fix: Mango Salsa & Guacamole

After reading this article, the opening words struct me:

“It won’t be surprising if cultural historians look back on the first two decades of this century as The Era of Crazed Oral Gratification. I’m speaking of the fetishization of food, of cooking and eating, of watching other people cooking and eating, that has become omnipresent across all platforms, all media, all screens and all palates in our great nation.”

It really is so true! And in light of the quest for ‘Oral Gratification’, the journey comes to a standstill with my favourite 2 bowls of goodness. Think about it – there are few things in this world as satisfying as a bowl of salsa, guacamole and a bag full of crispy corn nachos. The ultimate treat! Now while I am not the largest fan of the ‘fusion’ movement (although it has actually been with us for centuries), this combination of mango and Mexican flavours does some serious magic – and that just cannot be ignored. For the last year or two, pretty much ever since I made the first batch of it, mango salsa has become a staple party snack, and a regular on our dinner table whenever we have a Mexican meal.
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Appetisers and Hors D'oeuvres, Entree, Fruit Inspired, Salads, Savoury

Peach & Pistachio Salad with Mozerella, Buttered Bread and Tomato

 I recently stumbled across this drool worthy blog, and Joy intelligently combines fresh seasonal ingredients to unravel sensational palate pleasers! This one is no different. I’ve tried this a couple of time already, before the monsoons and the peaches roll away, and each time they have been fantastically received. The first time I made it […] Read more…

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Entree, Savoury, Soups & Sandwitches, Vegetables & Sides

Avocado Tartine with Cucumber and Sesame Seeds

One morning while browsing through the book store, I came across this inviting cover White Truffles in Winter and quite understandably, it was impossible to just continue aimlessly shuffling through covers when something this appealing is staring you smack in the face. I’ve never read an entire book about any chef- I’ve read countless pieces […] Read more…

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Appetisers and Hors D'oeuvres, Salads, Savoury, Vegetables & Sides

Avocado Yogurt Dip

Everyone calls this the ‘get fat’ season, it starts with diwali celebrations, which seamlessly transforms into major wedding season. (Yes, it’s a ‘season’ by itself. Whether we are guaranteed a ‘winter’ every year is suspect, but wedding season is guaranteed. Always.) Before heading out to the celebrations, here is a good, healthy quick and easy, not to mention satisfying, bite to munch on! And yes, it is also avocado season! Serve with pita chips, or for an even healthier option, fingers of carrots, cucumbers and whatever else your heart desires.

Serves 4-6 people as an appetizer (Adapted from Two Peas and Their Pod)
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