Kale and tomatillo are an excellent combination to make Dal. Dal is cooked Indian lentils usually mixed with vegetables, spices, and tampering. Toor dal – Split pigeon peas are the most commonly cooked lentils in India. It is recommended to eat at least 2-3 cups of cruciferous vegetables daily. These include all vegetables in the Brassica family: cabbage, kale, broccoli, etc. Veggies n lentils together make a great tasting, healthy, clean vegetarian dish. If you are looking for some meatless alternatives, Kale and tomatillo is the first stop. Spinach lentils is Indians most favorite Dal. You will be surprised Kale dal is not so different, but with more nutrients and a great crisp texture. It will be the Indian’s next favorite dal.
Archives for October 2015
Saag with Mustard greens, kale, parsley, mint and cilantro
Saag is a recipe with unique blend of greens. Traditionally made in North India in winter when greens are abundant and vegetables are scarce. Many types of greens are steamed. Usually made with Mustard greens, spinach, methi, dill and cilantro. Rarely I find all these greens together here in Florida. Eventually I figured it can be made…
Mixed veggie salad with homemade yogurt dressing
I make this salad right after I visit local market when all my greens and veggies are still fresh. Toss fresh romaine lettuce and veggies with homemade yogurt dressing. All natural vibrant salad made by you. What a priceless experience of making a healthy, all natural dish ourselves!!! Make a trip to local market. Mixed veggie…
Apple, spinach salad
I never imagined simple ingredients can make such a huge difference till I tasted this salad. It is as simple as tossing together spinach, apple and nuts together. Chop some spinach, apples. Look inside pantry and fridge. If you see pomegranate or nuts or seeds use them as well. If you want to make it nut free,…
Fig, tomatillo and avocado salsa
I found figs in local market for first time. They were so sweet. They were sweet enough to eat by themselves. After eating few, thought of making something out of it. I made Fig salad. I tossed kale, lettuce leaf, some left over butternut squash, pomegranate, pine nuts. Look for recipe here. I still had few left…