Rich and luscious, this is America’s all-time favourite dressing! While the fresh cream gives the Thousand Island Dressing a rich texture, the curds, mustard powder and sauces give it a tangy flavour, and vegetables give it an enjoyable crunch. This quick and easy dressing is apt for salads, chips and sandwiches too!

This a little bowlful of paradise! Sweet watermelons, grape, orange and more are tossed in with a creamy dressing of onions, capsicum, tomato ketchup and fresh pepper. Enjoy it chilled on a lazy weekend brunch.

Grated cauliflower replaces coconut to create a healthier and heart-friendly version of the traditional Hyderabadi Baghara Baingan. Although most people will not think of pressure-cooking brinjals, here we have opted for that method so as to retain the nutrients and reduce the oil required. As a result, this delicious Hyderabadi Baingan Subzi, with the lingering flavour of spices, ranging from nigella and sesame seeds to coriander and cumin, comes to us in a surprising zero cholesterol format.

Full of flavour and colour, this crunchy salad is best to build up your immunity with its vitamin C and A rich ingredients like lettuce and capsicum.

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.

Plantains (bananas) are one of the most commonly grown vegetables along the coast. This dish is very easy to make and is a wonderful accompaniment to steamed rice and dal.

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

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.

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 .

Sundal is a favourite with young and old alike in South India. Tossing this healthy snack with cooked rice turns out a quick, easy and filling meal!

The plantain (banana) is one of the most commonly grown vegetables along the coastal and richly-irrigated regions of India. This dish, made using the plantain is a part of the festive fare served on Onam and Pongal. It is very easy to make and is a wonderful accompaniment to steamed rice and dal .