Baked potatoes need no introduction! But if you wanna witness a gorgeous makeover of your everyday baked potatoes then these baked parmesan potato bites are gonna blow your mind instantly thanks to their insane flavor and addictive crispiness!

Thanksgiving just got over and I am sure you all are now geared up with the preparation for the upcoming holiday season!

Family meal planning is one crucial component of this preparation which is why I will try to help here as best as I can!

So today I have a fantastic recipe for you! The stunning baked parmesan potato bites! This not only works perfectly as a side with your meats but also is a crowd pleaser in almost every get together!

Have you ever met anyone who doesn’t like potatoes? That too crispy baked potatoes! I guess not! Hence it’s an absolute win-win!

What are Baked Parmesan Potato Bites?

Potatoes are loved by all around the globe with hardly any exception! This is such a versatile ingredient that you can never go wrong with it!

If you are in a foreign land and not familiar with their cuisine, all you need is a bag of potatoes, because I am sure every culture has its own unique recipe of potato as their comfort food!

My baked parmesan potato bites can be one of your comfort foods too as, simply put, these are crispy potatoes baked to perfection with melty as well as cheesy parmesan sticking to them!

When you plan to bake or roast some of this global vegetable, this recipe of baked parmesan potato bites will come in super-handy!

The baby potatoes used in this dish become incredibly addictive with all their crispiness and phenomenal flavors from the classic parmesan cheese that you will keep reaching out one after another even after you are full!

Trust me, I have been there even though I take extra care not to overeat in any meal!

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Vegan soya borek is a delicious, crispy savoury pastry made with phyllo sheets, olive oil and soya filling. The soya is cooked with spices like onion, garlic, spice powders to create a comforting and delicious flavor. When baked with phyllo pastry sheets, it turns super crunchy. Borek Recipe During this week's grocery shopping, I ended...

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Bibim-Guksu is a popular cold Korean noodle dish made with very thin wheat noodles called somyeon or Somen noodles with added spice paste, sweetener, sesame oil and Kimchi. It is one of the most popular traditional noodle dishes in Korean cuisine and especially popular during summer.  Bibim guksu Cold noodles might be a weird recipe...

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Thanksgiving is all about comfort on the table but if you eat vegetarian or vegan or you’re hosting vegetarian guests, it can feel tricky to plan a complete vegetarian Thanksgiving menu. So I’ve put together all the vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes mains, classic potato sides, cranberry dishes, appetisers, brunch ideas and desserts all in one place for a plant based holiday feast.

In this post, I am sharing my best vegetarian and vegan Thanksgiving recipes. Everything for your plant-based holiday feast and Thanksgiving table and make it a Happy Thanksgiving!

Start with the master collection here: All Thanksgiving Recipes

• When you’re celebrating Thanksgiving for vegetarians or hosting plant based food lovers
• you’re doing a Friendsgiving,
• or you just want cosy, holiday-style vegetarian food.

How to Build a Vegetarian Thanksgiving Menu

A vegetarian Thanksgiving doesn’t need a turkey — it needs one hero dish + comforting sides + something cranberry + dessert.

Formula you can follow:

• 1 showstopper main: like Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
• 2–3 sides: e.g. Scalloped Potatoes, Irish Colcannon, Air Fryer Parmesan Cauliflower
• 1 cranberry dish: Classic Cranberry Sauce or Cranberry Rice Pilaf
• 1–2 appetisers or dips: Chili Crisp Greek Yogurt Dip, Cheese Balls
• 1 dessert: Eggless Cranberry Walnut Tea Cake or Crinkle Top Brownies

Best Vegetarian Thanksgiving Mains

1

Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini

Roasted, tender, and drizzled with a creamy, nutty tahini sauce, it’s a healthy and delicious dish that’s easy to make. Ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings!

Check out this recipe

2

Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Dreamed of a pizza that's gluten-free and low-carb ? That’s exactly what these stuffed Portobello mushrooms are!

Check out this recipe

1. Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini sauce is your vegetarian Thanksgiving showpiece. It looks festive, it’s easy to carve at the table. Serve with mushroom gravy and cranberry rice pilaf for a complete plate.
2. Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms.
3. Crispy Tofu In Easy Satay Sauce

Great for smaller gatherings or when you want veg mains.

Vegetarian Thanksgiving Sides & Potatoes

3

Scalloped Potatoes

Learn how to make the best scalloped potatoes—creamy, cheesy, and baked to golden-brown perfection. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or holiday side dish.

Check out this recipe

4

Easy Irish Colcannon Recipe

This comforting Irish dish is a blend of creamy mashed potatoes, sautéed kale, and green onions.  This Easy Irish Colcannon recipe is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy family dinner.

Check out this recipe

5

Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

This healthy and easy Parmesan roasted cauliflower recipe in Air-fryer is a delicious way to enjoy cauliflower. It's made in the air fryer for a crispy, spicy and healthy side dish that the whole family will love. Even better, this Air fryer roasted Cauliflower is ready in just 20 minutes!

Check out this recipe

6

Best Vegetarian Mushroom Gravy Recipe

A rich, 15-minute vegetarian mushroom gravy made from scratch with a few ingredients. Simple vegan mushroom gravy recipe that is creamy and delicious. It is dairy free and No meat drippings required. Perfect over mashed potatoes, holiday stuffing, poutine, or roasted veggies.

Check out this recipe

7

Mushroom and Butter Bean Gravy

Try this creamy mushroom butter bean sauce recipe for a hearty, flavorful meal. It’s perfect as a mushroom butter bean curry or butter bean and mushroom gravy, packed with rich flavors and a smooth, creamy texture!

Check out this recipe

Air Fryer Thanksgiving Recipe

air fryer thanksgiving recipes, easy vegetarian thanksgiving sides

• Easy Irish Colcannon Recipe: Mashed potatoes + greens perfect to pair with roasted cauliflower.
• Scalloped Potatoes Recipe: Creamy, baked, classic this is my go to vegetarian Thanksgiving side.
• Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower in Air Fryer.
• You can make this vegetarian gravy two ways
  • Mushroom Gravy (Vegetarian): You can serve this mushroom gravy over scalloped potatoes, colcannon or even the roasted cauliflower.
  • Mushroom Butter Beans Gravy

Cranberry Recipes for Thanksgiving

8

Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Cranberry Rice Pilaf Recipe is a festive and flavorful side dish made with fluffy rice, tart cranberries, and fresh herbs. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday meal.

Check out this recipe

9

Homemade Classic Cranberry Sauce Recipe

This homemade cranberry sauce is classic and one of the easiest cranberry sauce recipe ever. You can make this best cranberry sauce with fresh or frozen cranberries in minutes. This easy, make ahead sauce is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or any times of the year.

Check out this recipe

1. Classic Cranberry Sauce Recipe: Must-have. It can be made ahead and chilled.
2. Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Appetisers, Dips & Party Nibbles

10

Chili Crisp Greek Yogurt Dip (5 Minutes)

Sizzling chili crisp greek yogurt dip recipe. Tasty, creamy, healthy, and pairs perfectly with nachos and chips. Perfect appetiser for a party, Friday night chips and dip with drinks or a Super Bowl game-day snack.

Check out this recipe

11

Air-Fried Cheese Balls

Discover how to make crispy, cheesy air-fried cheese balls with potatoes and halloumi cheese. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick snack with minimal oil and maximum flavor.

Check out this recipe

12

Old Fashioned Onion Rings Recipe:

Who doesn't love crispy, golden onion rings? They're the ultimate comfort food and a perfect snack for any occasion. If you thought you couldn't make them at home, think again! Today, I'm sharing my recipe for old-fashioned onion rings – vegan, egg-free, and oh-so-delicious. So let's get cooking!

Check out this recipe

13

Cheese balls

Cheese Balls is a crispy and mouth-watering delicious appetizer that you can serve with ketchup or green chutney. They are a perfect appetizer for a weekend party or for a quick tea-time snack.

Check out this recipe

1. Chili Crisp Greek Yogurt Dip: Serve with veggie sticks, crackers, or put it on a snack board before dinner.
2. Cheese Balls Recipe: Easy vegetarian party starter for Thanksgiving guests.

14

Cheese Potato Bites Recipe

Cheese potato bites also known as tater tots are crispy delightful and tasty snack with a crispy and cheesy vegetable and potato covering outside with a soft burst of melty cheese in the middle. It's perfect crowd pleaser party snack.

Check out this recipe

15

Onion Bhajias in Air-Fryer

Learn how to make crispy, oil-free onion bhajias in an air fryer with a tangy twist of raw mango. This quick, healthy, and gluten-free recipe is perfect for a guilt-free snack or appetizer!

Check out this recipe

Thanksgiving Weekend Vegetarian Brunch Ideas

If you are planning a brunch for thanksgiving these are a few of my favourites to serve for Thanksgiving brunch table.

16

Starbucks Egg Bites Recipe

Starbucks-style egg bites copycat recipe at home. Oven-baked recipe with Instant pot option. Perfect meal prep breakfast that is high protein and low carb, tastes delicious and is customizable!

Check out this recipe

17

High Protein Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs

Scrambled eggs with cottage cheese turn fluffy, melt‑in‑your‑mouth and high‑protein scrambled eggs 30 g protein, keto‑friendly, ready in 10 minutes.

Check out this recipe

18

Chocolate French Toast Recipe

Best Chocolate french toast recipe for the holiday season. Ooey gooey chocolate french toasts with just the right amount of buttery smoothness, chocolatey sweetness, and creamy richness. These are an ideal breakfast or dessert for breakfast.

Check out this recipe

19

McDonalds Copycat Hash brown Recipe

Crispy hash browns that are crispy outside and mouth melting soft inside. Don’t we all love fried potatoes for breakfast? Here’s the recipe and secret to make perfectly browned and extra crispy the BEST hash brown every time.

Check out this recipe

20

Hot Chocolate Recipe

Best homemade hot chocolate recipe to make for a decadent, luscious, rich and creamy hot chocolate this holiday season. It is easy to make, ready in just a few minutes, made with only four ingredients. Dairy-free Vegan Option included.

Check out this recipe

21

High Protein Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe

high protein cottage cheese flatbread. Whether you’re following a keto diet, watching your carb intake, or simply looking for a nutritious gluten-free option, this recipe ticks all the boxes. With just three simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you’ll have delicious flatbread ready to enjoy in no time.

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Pair Them with Some of my favourite beverages perfect for your vegetarian brunch table for thanksgiving or any other day.

• Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe
• Masala Chai Latte
• Strawberry Matcha Latte
• Vegan Cold Coffee- No Milk Required
• Iced Matcha Latte
• Mango Lassi Recipe

Festive Salads For ThanksGiving

No thanksgiving table is complete without colourful salads to celebrate the seasonal salads here are a few salad recipes for vegetarian thanksgiving menu. You can try more Salads Recipes that are equally delicious.

22

Indian Fruit Salad Recipe

Make a delicious and healthy Indian fruit salad with this easy recipe. Packed with seasonal fruits and Indian spices, it's perfect for any occasion.

Check out this recipe

23

ABC Salad Recipe- Apple Beet Carrot Salad

Try this ABC Salad recipe. A good skin salad that’s high in fiber and packed with ingredients to support healthy skin. With apples, beetroots, and carrots, it’s a delicious and easy way to nourish your body inside out!

Check out this recipe

24

Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

A 5‑minute, no‑cook summer salad featuring colorful heirloom tomatoes, olive oil and feta cheese.

Check out this recipe

25

Holiday Honeycrisp Salad

Enjoy a refreshing Holiday Honeycrisp Salad with crisp greens, juicy Honeycrisp apples, and a tangy homemade dressing. This high-fiber, gluten-free Holiday Honeycrisp Apple Salad recipe is perfect for glowing skin and seasonal health!

Check out this recipe

26

Orange Pomegranate Salad Recipe

Orange pomegranate salad is a delicious salad recipe with sweet, tangy flavors of oranges and pomegranates. Serve it as side dish or light meal. Here is a simple recipe for an orange pomegranate salad:

Check out this recipe

27

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Mexican Street Corn Recipe Salad with this easy and healthy recipe. Featuring roasted corn, tangy lime, creamy Cotija cheese, and a touch of spice, this quick salad is perfect as a side dish, snack, or topping for tacos.

Check out this recipe

Desserts For Thanksgiving

28

Classic Mulled Wine Recipe

Easy Mulled wine recipe for holidays and new year. All you need is a bottle of red wine, mulling spices and brandy or rum with some oranges and simmer everything.

Check out this recipe

29

eggless chocolate chip cookie

Eggless chocolate chip cookies recipe for chewy in center, crisp on edges, loaded with chocolate chips. Easy to make BEST chocolate chip cookies without egg

30

Eggless Cake Cranberry Walnut Cake

Eggless cake that is light, moist with a tender crumb. This eggless cake recipe is incredibly easy to bake, and requires minimal ingredients. A slice of this teacake is perfect for tea time or any time. You can make this easy recipe of eggless cake without eggs from scratch.

Check out this recipe

31

Best Fudgy Dark Chocolate Brownie

This chocolate brownie recipe is the fudgiest brownie recipe you ever had. This homemade brownie is chocolaty, gooey, fudgy with a perfect crackle top. Beginners, follow this special tip to make the best crackle top brownie at home.

Check out this recipe

• Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies: bake ahead and store in airtight container
• Eggless Cranberry Walnut Tea Cake: Holiday flavour + eggless
• Ultimate Fudgy Crinkle Top Brownie: Good chocolate based dessert to balance cranberry.

Make Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips

• Cranberry Sauce: make 3–4 days ahead, refrigerate in glass jar.
• Cranberry Rice Pilaf: cook, cool, refrigerate; reheat with 1–2 tbsp stock/water.
• Scalloped Potatoes: bake earlier in the day; reheat covered so the top doesn’t dry.
• Dips/Cheese Balls: make a day before and chill.
• Mushroom Gravy: make, cool, refrigerate; reheat gently and thin with stock/milk.

Most of these vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes can be made ahead, which is useful if you’re cooking in a smaller kitchen or you’re working on just a single oven for vegetarian guests or people who love vegan plant based dishes.

Equipment & Serving Suggestions (Great for Small Kitchens)

• Air Fryer: for the Parmesan roasted cauliflower and other dishes.
• 9×13 casserole baking dish: for scalloped potatoes.
• Heavy pan: Making Dishes
• Dutch oven: for keeping gravies warm.
• Airtight containers: for make ahead cranberry dishes.
• Oven to table serving dishes: saves time and looks festive.

FAQs about Vegetarian Thanksgiving

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A hearty, comforting and fulfilling soup that you must try this winter season is the classic restaurant style chicken noodle soup which is a one pot wonder that will keep you full for the entire night!

Winter is just round the corner and so is the craving for that soulful bowl of warm soup that will perfectly fit the bill as a one pot meal!

So here I come with my homemade chicken noodle soup that not only looks gorgeous but can also give the restaurant version a run for its money in terms of its flavors and taste!

Try it once and you will know why I am saying what I am saying!

What is chicken noodle soup?

Asian chicken noodle soup is a widely popular soup and I am not surprised at all! If a single dish can work as an entree as well as main course, who wouldn’t love it?

I made this a week before Diwali when we were feeling a little under the weather; we loved it so much that we immediately decided to prepare it for our little blog and share it with ya’all!

The best thing about this soup recipe is that you won’t need a long list of ingredients; just the basic aromatics, chicken & noodles and you are ready to whip up the most comforting soup of the season!

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The most delicious vegetarian Pumpkin Pie, the best I've baked to date, probably the easiest filling ever with fresh pumpkin puree. This eggless pie was a 10/10, the buttery pastry from scratch a winner too.

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If you want a simple to make yet mindblowing to eat restaurant style pasta recipe, then this penne pasta in red sauce would hit the right spot for you! This creamy & tangy red sauce pasta is full of fresh flavors thanks to the homemade tomato sauce made from scratch!

After sharing so many pasta recipes in my blog over these past few years, I discovered that I have missed sharing the simplest yet tastiest pasta that I make so often for ourselves!

Hence enters the classic penne pasta in red sauce! The creamy red sauce pasta is going to become your new favorite, if not already, in just no time and I am absolutely sure of it!

Even though this is a meatless pasta, the classic homemade red pasta sauce makes this super-addictive, ensuring you don't miss having meat with this one!

And I can bet you won’t!

What is special about this penne pasta in red sauce?

As the name suggests, this recipe is nothing but penne pasta cooked in homemade tomato sauce; so what’s the big deal about it?

Yes, I agree that it can’t be simpler than this!

Yet, I can’t help but tell you guys that this may look simple but the taste & flavor that you will experience in this pasta in red sauce will undoubtedly blow your mind!

Like it does to us every time I make it for our fancy Italian dinner at the comfort & coziness of our sweet home!

So trust me on this and make this penne pasta in red sauce as soon as you get your hands on the ingredients below and come back to thank me later!

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Biscoff Coffee Tart... just the simplest and most delicious dessert if your favourite flavour in the whole world is coffee AND if you love Biscoff, then you are in for a real treat since this eggless, no bake tart ticks off all the right boxes!

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My Mixed Lentils & Vegetables Khichdi is the ultimate cozy one-pot meal! A wholesome mix of lentils, rice, and veggies gently spiced with turmeric and red chili powder, then finished with a drizzle of ghee -  it's warm, comforting, and full of flavor every single time. Weeknight bowls of khichdi were my childhood, soft and […]

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This cranberry rice pilaf recipe is the perfect holiday side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Fluffy rice, tart cranberries, and fresh herbs come together in a colorful, festive dish that’s both easy and make-ahead friendly. Whether you’re looking for a vegetarian rice pilaf side dish or just want a bright, flavorful upgrade to your dinner table, this recipe checks all the boxes.

Cranberry rice pilaf recipe is colorful, flavorful, and easy side dish to brighten your holiday table. Fluffy basmati rice, sweet-tart cranberries, and fresh herbs come together in this side dish that feels festive yet simple enough for everyday dinners.

Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a cozy winter meal, this pilaf recipe is naturally vegetarian, can be made vegan, and is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. The best part? It’s make ahead friendly, so you can save precious time on busy holiday cooking days.

What Is Rice Pilaf?

Rice pilaf is a method of cooking rice where the grains are first sautéed with aromatics like onion and garlic, then simmered in broth until tender. This technique gives the rice a nutty flavor and ensures it stays fluffy and separate.

In North America and Europe, pilaf is the common term, but the dish shares roots with versions called pilau in the UK and East Africa, and pulao in South Asia. Whatever the name, pilaf is a delicious upgrade from plain steamed rice.

Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Rice Pilaf Recipe

• Festive & beautiful: tart cranberries add jewel-like pops of color.
• Easy & make ahead friendly: perfect for busy holiday kitchens.
• Vegetarian & vegan option: swap butter for olive oil.
• Versatile: works as a Thanksgiving side, Christmas pilaf, or weeknight dinner rice dish.

Ingredients for Cranberry Rice Pilaf

• Rice: basmati or long-grain white rice for fluffiness.
• Cranberries: fresh for a tart pop, or dried for natural sweetness.
• Broth: vegetable broth keeps it vegetarian, but you can use chicken broth.
• Aromatics: onion, garlic, olive oil or butter.
• Herbs & Spices: parsley, thyme, cinnamon (optional), black pepper.
• Optional Garnish: toasted almonds, walnuts, or pistachios for crunch.

 Tip: Soak rice for 20 minutes and rinse until water runs clear for the fluffiest pilaf.

How To Make Cranberry Pilaf

• Heat some oil on medium heat. Add some cumin seeds and a bay leaf, letting them crackle.
• Add chopped onions and saute them till soft and transparent. Then add all the veggies and the tomato paste.

• Mix and cook for a few minutes, season with spices and keep stirring occasionally.
• Now add soaked rice and mix to coat everything evenly.
• Pour in water, cover with a lid, and let it cook undisturbed.

• Once rice is cooked and fluffy, top with cranberries over it and serve hot with raita and papad.

Tips & Variations for Holiday Rice Pilaf

• Wild rice cranberry pilaf: substitute part of the rice with a wild rice blend for earthy flavor.
• Dried cranberries: swap if fresh aren’t available; reduce sweetness elsewhere if needed.
• Add citrus: stir in orange zest for a bright holiday twist.
• Vegan option: make with olive oil instead of butter.
• Nut lovers: almonds, pistachios, or pecans add crunch and richness.

Serving Suggestions

This cranberry rice pilaf is a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with:

• Holiday mains – roasted vegetables, lentil loaf, or grilled tofu.
• Thanksgiving classics – green beans, glazed carrots, or vegetarian stuffing.
• Everyday dinners – baked halloumi, simple salads, or roast chickpeas.

FAQs – Cranberry Rice Pilaf for Holidays

Storage & Freezing Instructions

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 1 month without garnishes.
• Reheat: Warm gently with a little broth to restore texture.

More Such Recipes

• Dirty Rice
• Mushroom Rice
• Low Carb Low Calories Fried Rice
• Vegetable and Lentil Rice
• Mexican Rice
• Spinach Rice
• Eggplant Spiced Rice (Indian Vangi Bhath)
• Curd Rice
• Lemon Rice
• Sambar Rice
• Pineapple Rice Recipe
• Egg Fried Rice
• Instant Pot Rice

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Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Cranberry Rice Pilaf Recipe is a festive and flavorful side dish made with fluffy rice, tart cranberries, and fresh herbs. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday meal.

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 243kcal

Author Rekha Kakkar

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3 tbsp of ghee
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp green chili chopped
• 1/2 cup green pea
• 1/2 cup mushrooms
• 1 cup bell peppers chopped, both yellow and green
• 1 cup tomato paste
• 1 cup rice soaked
• 2 cup water
• 1 star anise
• powder seasoning
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp corriander powder
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp salt
• cranberries handful

Instructions

• Heat some oil on medium heat. Add some cumin seeds and a bay leaf, letting them crackle.
• Add chopped onions and saute them till soft and transparent. Then add all the veggies and the tomato paste.
• Mix and cook for a few minutes, season with spices and keep stirring occasionally.
• Now add soaked rice and mix to coat everything evenly.
• Pour in water, cover with a lid, and let it cook undisturbed.
• Once rice is cooked and fluffy, top with cranberries over it and serve hot with raita and papad.

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Nutrition

Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 753mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1645IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3mg

Thai green curry is a rich creamy, delicious and flavourful curry. It is quite similar to our Indian vegetable kurma, but made with Thai based ingredients. The star ingredient of this curry is Thai green curry paste, which is made from fresh spices and herbs like lemon grass, kaffir lime, galangal, green chillies, ginger, garlic...

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Crispy, crunchy, spicy and oh-so-delicious, these air fryer fried chicken presents themselves with all the glory of a classic crispy fried chicken but without the guilt of deep frying in loads of oil!

I can’t explain how happy I was when these crispy fried chicken came out of my air fryer for the very first time!

I was literally holding my breath and praying to the Air Frying God for churning out perfectly crispy chicken so that I can finally restart to enjoy this favorite chicken of mine without that load of guilt!

Thankfully my prayer was answered and I got a basket of freakingly unbelievable crispy air fryer fried chicken which are super crispy on the outside and juicy & succulent inside!

After I took my first bite, I simply stood there speechless looking at the crispy chicken in my hand and wondering which evil force had stopped me from trying this crazy delicious air fryer fried chicken until now?

What is Air Fryer Fried Chicken?

To put it simply, air fryer fried chicken is your same addictive takeaway style crispy fried chicken but instead of being deep fried in loads of oil, it is air fried with just sprays of oil!

But if you are worried that these air fryer fried chicken will not come out as addictive and as crunchy as the deep fried alternative, you are utterly mistaken my friend!

I insist you try making these crispy fried chicken in your air fryer as soon as you can and I can guarantee that you will come back here to thank me!

After going through many recipes of how to make crispy fried chicken in an air fryer, this recipe of air fryer fried chicken from Gimme Delicious struck the right chord with me.

I made these first to see if they really come out that crispy which sweeps us off our feet with their crazy crunch without being dry or chewy inside.

And you know what the outcome was if you have read this blog from the top! So, this recipe of air fryer fried chicken is a keeper which you can enjoy as a high protein meal, but occasionally!

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A one-pot soup meal made with leftovers and greens, this is great for a working day dinner or when you’ve got surprise guests

Part two of the Lettuce Series as I’ve dubbed it was about throwing things into a large pot to put together a soup – the kind that makes life a whole lot better (read: bearable) when your home has been invaded by painters and you are sneezing your head off courtesy allergies. The Chicken Lettuce Soup isn’t a planned recipe but it’s the kind that, after you’ve sampled, you realise needs to be shared with the world. Or the little pockets of the world this blog reaches.

The best thing about this soup is that the mothership liked it and trust me when I say, her liking food that has chicken (she’s developing a dislike for chicken and meat) and lettuce (read part one of the Lettuce Series) made me feel like a parent whose child has accomplished something major in life!

For those of you who’re coming into this rodeo late, check out the Lettuce Sourdough-wich recipe to know all about reverse parenting. And for those of you like all things soup, check out the recipes for Masala Chicken Soup and Pumpkin Carrot & Spring Onion Soup for some inspiration.

Do let me know if you try this recipe! Leave a comment and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram at from.the.corner.table and hashtag it #fromthecornertable. I’d love to see it

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Chicken Lettuce Soup

A one-pot soup meal made with leftovers and greens, this is great for a working day dinner

• 250 grams Smoked chicken (shredded/boneless)
• 200 grams Lettuce
• 1 Carrot
• 1 cup Cooked noodles/spaghetti (optional)
• 1 Onion
• 1/2 inch Ginger (grated)
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 3 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 3 Chicken stock cubes
• Salt (as required)
• Black pepper powder (as required)
• 1 litre Water

1. Peel and mince the onion and garlic cloves.
2. Peel and cut the carrot into cubes
3. In a large pot, heat olive oil.
4. Add onion, garlic, ginger and sauté till the onion is slightly translucent.
5. Throw in the carrots.
6. Pour in the water, add the chicken stock cubes, cover and simmer for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure there are no stock cube lumps.
7. Cube or tear the cooked chicken and add to the simmering pot of soup.
8. Wash the lettuce well, tear and add to the soup.
9. Add the cooked noodles/spaghetti if using.
10. Check the seasoning and add salt and/or pepper if required.
11. Adjust the consistency of the soup with water if required.
12. Simmer for another 7-10 minutes.
13. Serve hot with bread of choice.

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chicken, chicken soup, lettuce

Golden, sweet yellow moong dal is roasted, tempered in whole spices and cooked with a handful of vegetables for a dish that soothes and satiates.

There is a joy in simplicity, after all, it is the simple things that make your heart sing in delight. And that, my dear friends, is an attempt to express the depth of emotion and devotion I feel towards the Yellow Moong Dal with Vegetables.

The Yellow Moong Dal with Vegetables is one of those Bengali dishes that uses minimal spices and aromatics, thus allowing the hero – the roasted yellow moong dal – to shine. The addition of fresh vegetables bumps up the nutrition value and lets you serve the dal as a main course with steaming hot rice and a bhaja (fried vegetables or fish) on the side.

Another USP of this particular dish is that it comes together in a relatively short time, especially if you put it together in a pressure cooker, which is what we prefer to do.

Do let me know if you try this recipe! Leave a comment and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram at from.the.corner.table and hashtag it #fromthecornertable. I’d love to see it

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Yellow Moong Dal with Veggies

Golden, sweet yellow moong dal is roasted, tempered in whole spices and cooked with a handful of vegetables for a dish that soothes and satiates.

• ¾ cup Yellow moong dal
• ½ cup Green peas
• ½ cup Potato ((cubed/diced))
• ½ cup Carrot ((cubed/diced))
• 1 Green chilli
• 1 tablespoon Ghee
• ½ inch Ginger ((crushed))
• ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2-3 Cloves
• 2-3 Cardamom pods
• ½ stick Cinnamon
• 1 Bay leaf
• Salt ((to taste))
• ¼ teaspoon Sugar
• ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
• Red chilli powder ((to taste))
• 4 cups Water

1. Peel and cube/dice the carrots and potato and set aside.
2. Slit the green chilli lengthwise, crush the ginger and keep ready.
3. In a kadhai/pan, dry roast the yellow moong dal until fragrant. Stir constantly to avoid the dal from burning. This will take approximately 5 minutes.
4. Pour the roasted yellow moong dal into a bowl and set aside to cool.
5. In a pressure cooker, heat ghee.
6. Add cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon and bay leaf. Stir fry till fragrant.
7. Add the crushed ginger, green chilli, potato and carrot.
8. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes, until the potatoes are slightly brown at the edges.
9. Add the yellow moong dal and green peas into the cooker. If you are a cleanliness maniac like me, wash the roasted yellow moong dal before you dump it into the cooker.
10. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder if using it and salt.
11. Pour in 3 cups of water and stir well.
12. Close the pressure cooker and let the dal cook for up to three whistles.
13. Gradually release the cooker’s steam.
14. Open and stir the dal gently to avoid breaking the cooked vegetables.
15. Check the seasoning and the consistency – a thicker dal pairs well with breads like roti, paratha, luchi or naan. A slightly soupy dal is best for rice.
16. To adjust the consistency, add warm water and gently stir the dal.

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My high protein low calorie chicken burger will satiate all your fast food cravings without compromising your calorie budget if you follow these easy instructions for adapting healthier tweaks accurately!

Yes, you are reading it right! This is a chicken burger recipe which can be enjoyed even when you are working hard to lose some extra kilos, but of course occasionally!

My low calorie chicken burger is an absolute winner and you will know why as you patiently read this longest blog I have written till date!

One thing you can trust me with and that is I will never sell or share a popular recipe which does not fit into my own fitness journey just for the sake of its popularity!

The same is true for a regular chicken burger which is undoubtedly the most popular fast food worldwide across all age groups but unfortunately comes loaded with unhealthy saturated fat.

At the same time the quality of satiation that a juicy chicken burger brings to our taste buds with its perfect ratio of meat to bread pairing complemented with crunchy salad & melty mayo is simply incredible!

You cannot kill your desire every time you see someone enjoying a delicious chicken burger while you are even prohibited from touching them!

Well, not any more! You can absolutely enjoy a deliciously juicy chicken burger during your weight loss journey by just adapting to a few healthier alternatives!

I can assure you that once you follow these easy instructions, the end result of this low calorie chicken burger will be unfailingly mind-blowing!

What are the healthier tweaks in my low calorie chicken burger?

Let me break down why I am calling my low calorie chicken burger a healthier alternative than your store-bought ones!

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A one-pot soup meal made with leftovers and greens, this is great for a working day dinner or when you’ve got surprise guests

Part two of the Lettuce Series as I’ve dubbed it was about throwing things into a large pot to put together a soup – the kind that makes life a whole lot better (read: bearable) when your home has been invaded by painters and you are sneezing your head off courtesy allergies. The Chicken Lettuce Soup isn’t a planned recipe but it’s the kind that, after you’ve sampled, you realise needs to be shared with the world. Or the little pockets of the world this blog reaches.

The best thing about this soup is that the mothership liked it and trust me when I say, her liking food that has chicken (she’s developing a dislike for chicken and meat) and lettuce (read part one of the Lettuce Series) made me feel like a parent whose child has accomplished something major in life!

For those of you who’re coming into this rodeo late, check out the Lettuce Sourdough-wich recipe to know all about reverse parenting. And for those of you like all things soup, check out the recipes for Masala Chicken Soup and Pumpkin Carrot & Spring Onion Soup for some inspiration.

Do let me know if you try this recipe! Leave a comment and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram at from.the.corner.table and hashtag it #fromthecornertable. I’d love to see it

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Chicken Lettuce Soup

A one-pot soup meal made with leftovers and greens, this is great for a working day dinner

• 250 grams Smoked chicken (shredded/boneless)
• 200 grams Lettuce
• 1 Carrot
• 1 cup Cooked noodles/spaghetti (optional)
• 1 Onion
• 1/2 inch Ginger (grated)
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 3 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 3 Chicken stock cubes
• Salt (as required)
• Black pepper powder (as required)
• 1 litre Water

1. Peel and mince the onion and garlic cloves.
2. Peel and cut the carrot into cubes
3. In a large pot, heat olive oil.
4. Add onion, garlic, ginger and sauté till the onion is slightly translucent.
5. Throw in the carrots.
6. Pour in the water, add the chicken stock cubes, cover and simmer for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure there are no stock cube lumps.
7. Cube or tear the cooked chicken and add to the simmering pot of soup.
8. Wash the lettuce well, tear and add to the soup.
9. Add the cooked noodles/spaghetti if using.
10. Check the seasoning and add salt and/or pepper if required.
11. Adjust the consistency of the soup with water if required.
12. Simmer for another 7-10 minutes.
13. Serve hot with bread of choice.

brunch, dinner, Main

chicken, chicken soup, lettuce

Golden, sweet yellow moong dal is roasted, tempered in whole spices and cooked with a handful of vegetables for a dish that soothes and satiates.

There is a joy in simplicity, after all, it is the simple things that make your heart sing in delight. And that, my dear friends, is an attempt to express the depth of emotion and devotion I feel towards the Yellow Moong Dal with Vegetables.

The Yellow Moong Dal with Vegetables is one of those Bengali dishes that uses minimal spices and aromatics, thus allowing the hero – the roasted yellow moong dal – to shine. The addition of fresh vegetables bumps up the nutrition value and lets you serve the dal as a main course with steaming hot rice and a bhaja (fried vegetables or fish) on the side.

Another USP of this particular dish is that it comes together in a relatively short time, especially if you put it together in a pressure cooker, which is what we prefer to do.

Do let me know if you try this recipe! Leave a comment and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram at from.the.corner.table and hashtag it #fromthecornertable. I’d love to see it

For regular updates on recipes, recommendations on things to read and watch and ramblings that make sense, subscribe to the newsletter – you’ll find the form in the sidebar if viewing on a screen and at the bottom if viewing on the phone. Since spamming or flooding your inbox is a huge no for me, these newsletters go out only when I’ve put up a new post or sometimes, once in a month only.

Yellow Moong Dal with Veggies

Golden, sweet yellow moong dal is roasted, tempered in whole spices and cooked with a handful of vegetables for a dish that soothes and satiates.

• ¾ cup Yellow moong dal
• ½ cup Green peas
• ½ cup Potato ((cubed/diced))
• ½ cup Carrot ((cubed/diced))
• 1 Green chilli
• 1 tablespoon Ghee
• ½ inch Ginger ((crushed))
• ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2-3 Cloves
• 2-3 Cardamom pods
• ½ stick Cinnamon
• 1 Bay leaf
• Salt ((to taste))
• ¼ teaspoon Sugar
• ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
• Red chilli powder ((to taste))
• 4 cups Water

1. Peel and cube/dice the carrots and potato and set aside.
2. Slit the green chilli lengthwise, crush the ginger and keep ready.
3. In a kadhai/pan, dry roast the yellow moong dal until fragrant. Stir constantly to avoid the dal from burning. This will take approximately 5 minutes.
4. Pour the roasted yellow moong dal into a bowl and set aside to cool.
5. In a pressure cooker, heat ghee.
6. Add cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon and bay leaf. Stir fry till fragrant.
7. Add the crushed ginger, green chilli, potato and carrot.
8. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes, until the potatoes are slightly brown at the edges.
9. Add the yellow moong dal and green peas into the cooker. If you are a cleanliness maniac like me, wash the roasted yellow moong dal before you dump it into the cooker.
10. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder if using it and salt.
11. Pour in 3 cups of water and stir well.
12. Close the pressure cooker and let the dal cook for up to three whistles.
13. Gradually release the cooker’s steam.
14. Open and stir the dal gently to avoid breaking the cooked vegetables.
15. Check the seasoning and the consistency – a thicker dal pairs well with breads like roti, paratha, luchi or naan. A slightly soupy dal is best for rice.
16. To adjust the consistency, add warm water and gently stir the dal.

Main

Bengali (Indian)

dal, vegetables, yellow moong dal, yellow mung dal

Vegetable quesadilla is a popular Mexican dish, it is made with tortilla and cheese. The filling option for quesadilla is so versatile that you can add any vegetable or meat of your choice. The tortilla is stuffed with fillings and cheese, then cooked on dosa tawa with oil. The outer layer of quesadilla will be...

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Chicken stroganoff is a luxurious recipe that you must save in your repertoire for that extra-special occasion to celebrate with your friends and family! This decadent dish is full of indulgent flavors which will simply blow your mind when you try it for the very first time!

I have been planning to make the popular chicken stroganoff for months now and finally I became successful last week! Yay!

For something or the other, I kept pushing back this gorgeous chicken stroganoff and prioritized other recipes which are part of my regular meals designed particularly for my weight loss journey.

If you wanna have a look at those recipes, feel free to check out this collection!

But hey, we all deserve a break and indulge in something sinfully satisfying occasionally!

So without any further delay, let’s dig into this stunning chicken stroganoff and enjoy the best moments of life that we curate intentionally for our rejuvenation!

Before getting into it, please forgive me, but I can’t help but repeat myself that the best way to savor these extravagant dishes is by doing conscious portion control!

You won’t want to ruin your hard work (your week long workout and mindful eating!) just for the pleasure of one meal!

What is Chicken Stroganoff?

After reading up quite a few sources about stroganoff in general, this is what I came to know. Historically, this stroganoff was made with beef.

The original recipe for beef stroganoff dates back to Russia in the late 1800s, created by a chef who cooked this dish for his employer, Count Pavel Alexandrovich Stroganov and hence the dish is named after him. [source]

The native dish contained meat of your choice, mushrooms and sour cream which is how it is made today as well.

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Vegan Dark Chocolate Chickpea Pudding ... adding protein to desserts is often not very difficult if you just stretch your imagination a little! Dessert for breakfast or breakfast for dessert, these desserts made with chickpeas will win your heart.

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