Welcome to Everyday Nourishing Foods, your destination for simple, wholesome Indian vegetarian recipes, perfect for lunch, dinner, and every meal in between.
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Ingredient of the Month: Chickpeas
From creamy dips to hearty curries, chickpeas are one of the most versatile pantry staples in my kitchen. Explore simple, wholesome chickpea recipes that work for lunch, dinner, and even snacks.
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Veggie of the Month: Zucchini
Light, quick-cooking, and perfect for summer meals, zucchini shines in curries, stir-fries, and rice dishes. These easy Indian zucchini recipes are my go-to for effortless weekday cooking.
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Summer Recipes
Craving light and flavorful meals for hot days? Here are my favorite Indian summer recipes featuring quick dishes, seasonal veggies, and easy one-pot ideas perfect for the season.
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Real-Life Indian Vegetarian Lunch Ideas
Need inspiration for everyday Indian meals? Browse real lunch plates from my kitchen — featuring simple combinations of dal, curry, rice, and veggies. These thali-style ideas are wholesome, practical, and perfect for planning your weekly lunches.
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- Easy Indian Saag Recipe (Quick Spinach Curry)
- Chana Saag (Indian Chickpea and Spinach Curry)
- Easy Red Lentil Wraps Recipe (Vegan High Protein Tortillas)
- Instant Pot Red Kidney Beans (Soaked & Dried)
- Restaurant Style Indian Rice Recipe
- Red Kidney Beans Soup (Easy & Vegan Recipe)
- Instant Pot Black Beans (Soaked and dried)
- Instant Pot Basics & How-Tos for Indian Cooking
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Vegetarian Curry Recipes
Discover the best vegetarian curries that transform simple ingredients into comforting, flavorful meals - perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- One-Pot Chickpea Kale Curry for Weeknight Dinner
- Ridge Gourd Curry Recipe - Turai Sabji - Beerakaya Kura
- Indian Black Eyed Peas Curry Recipe - Lobia Masala
- Instant Pot Indian Chickpea Curry (Chana Masala)
- Easy Palak Aloo (Indian Spinach and potato curry)
- Chickpea and Lentil Curry (Vegan & Gluten-free)
- Creamy Indian Black Beans Curry with Coconut Milk
- Instant Pot Vegetable Curry
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