This delicious corn recipe is a great way to begin your day. It is really low in calories and vegetables add bulk and vitamins while fresh ginger and chilli add pungent accents to this treat. Serve hot with Mint and Coriander Chutney.

Coat crunchy veggies with this creamy topping to make a lavish salad that will become the talk of town! Quick and simple, all it takes to make this mustard-tinged Salad Cream is some tossing and mixing. Refrigerate for a while and use to make deliciously refreshing salads!

Moong dal khandvi, a variant of the traditional besan-based gujarati snack, this recipe imbibes the goodness of moong dal flour. The art of making this farsaan lies in spreading the mixture thinly while it is still hot. Once the dough starts cooling, it becomes tough to spread the mixture and the sheets will be thicker.

Citrus salad, macaroni, veggies, sprouts and fruits combine in a refreshing mint flavoured curd dressing creating a wholesome salad. Keep hunger pangs at bay and get back to shape!

Protein cup cakes, kids love attractive looking food – this variation of the traditional gujarati snack uses mixed flour and bottle gourd batter baked in muffin moulds. A yummy and protein rich treat that aids in their growth and development.

Tendli bhaat, nutritious tendli comes together with spicy rice for a delicious change from the usual rice and dal. I have reduced the quantity of coconut to retain the flavour of the original while keeping the dish low-cal. Serve it with low-fat curds to mellow the spices and make for a wholesome meal.

Kadhi lovers will enjoy this one - a yummy combination of non-fried moong dal dumplings and the traditional gujarati kadhi, this dish is rich in protein – an essential aid to losing weight. Have with pulao or khichadi as a great way to increase the protein in your diet.

Jeera-pepper rasam, some times common cold and feverishness after pregnancy call for a hot and spicy antidote – this jeera-pepper rasam is ideal to keep the sniffles away. I’ve restricted the ghee to 1 tsp, so enjoy this weight loss friendly dish plain or mixed with rice.

Amani kozhakatai, these delicately-seasoned steamed rice balls are made as an offering during ganesh chaturthi in tamilnadu, but they can be served as a low calorie snack anytime!

Zunka, especially when combined with jowar bhakri, green chillies and onions, is considered the quintessential marathi meal!

This is the South Indian counterpart of kadi. It can be prepared with various vegetables like ladies finger, white pumpkin, capsicum, colocasia etc. Try other curries such as Mixed Vegetable Kuzhambu , Pumpkin Kootu , Kadala Curry and serve with plain rice .

Kalan is a spicy, curd-based gravy recipe from Kerala. However, follow these instructions closely and take care not to overheat the dish, as the curds will separate and leave you with quite an unpalatable dish if you cook it on a high flame. If done right, however, this dish is sure to transport the diner to culinary heaven! This homely and satiating curry goes perfectly with a bowl of rice . Also do try other South Indian curries like Chettinad Curry or Malabari Curry .

Rasavangy literally means brinjals in a fluid gravy. While it is a traditional South Indian recipe, many believe that it demonstrates a strong Maharashtrian influence perhaps because of the selection of spices, or because of the tanginess brought about by dhania! This is an excellent accompaniment for idli or rice . If you love brinjal, we would love to introduce you to some of our international favourites like Stuffed Bulgur and Brinjal Bake , Smoked Brinjal and Pumpkin Dip with Cucumber Strips , Sautéed Brinjal with Mushroom Sauce and Zucchini and Brinjal Bake .

Baby corn in a delicious curry form, flavoured subtly and aesthetically with a blend of south indian spices.