A mix of easy to prepare South Indian style variety rice are on the plate - coconut rice, lemon rice, tamarind rice and curd rice.

Sadya is a vegetarian feast from the Indian state, Kerala. This is prepared for weddings, festivals and birthdays. Here is my take on it.

Risotto made with mushrooms and black beans

An easy to prepare, protein rich vegetarian dal that tastes good with rice as well as roti.

Serve this mildly spiced pumpkin and moong dal kootu with rice or chapati, it's a favorite with kids and adults alike.

Usili, a South Indian lentil preparation, made using a pressure cooker. A good amount of effort is saved with this method.

Bean soup made with white beans. This is easy to prepare, filling, healthy and nutritious.

Palak Paneer - paneer cooked in an easy to make spinach gravy with minimal number of spices.

Spinach Kootu, a South Indian preparation, made with spinach, lentils and spicy coconut paste.

Egg and cheese sandwich with an Indian touch. Perfect for weekend brunch or lunchbox.

16 bean soup, a healthy and nutritious choice for a meal.

Chickpeas cooked in an onion tomato gravy, pairs well with chapati or baturas or even jeera rice.

Tabbouleh, an easy to put together salad, made with avocados and quinoa here. Makes a healthy meal for one

Oatmeal energy balls made with peanut butter, chocolate and dates. A healthy and extremely easy to make snack!

Peanut butter oatmeal energy balls, one of the easiest snacks I have ever made! At about 110 calories each, they are easy on the waistline too.

A healthy way to start the day - smoothie bowl with fruits and yogurt.

Mexican style coffee. Cold coffee version here.

Chocolate crinkle cookies!

Potato cheeslings, a good tea time snack

Cuban style black beans. The best I have had!

Cocoa and cranberry pancakes. A perfect way to start the day!

Preparing for summer with mango popsicles

A vegan cake made with whole wheat and bursting with orange flavor.

Ultimate Chocolate brownies, need I say more?!