Quinoa & Carrot Patties

 

Baked Quinoa & Carrot Patties (Healthy, Gluten-Free, and Vegan-Friendly)

If you’re looking for a nourishing, protein-packed plant-based recipe, these baked quinoa and carrot patties are a perfect choice. They’re crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of vibrant flavors from fresh herbs, warm spices, and a creamy yogurt–mustard sauce. Whether served as a snack, a light meal, or tucked into wraps, these patties are wholesome and incredibly satisfying.

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Ingredients

For the Patties:

• 200 g quinoa (about 1 cup)

• Water for soaking

• ½ tsp salt

• 400 ml water (about 1 ⅔ cups) for cooking

• 2 tsp chia seeds (or substitute 2 regular eggs)

• 75 ml water (about ¼ cup) for chia egg

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• Olive oil

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp turmeric

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 200 g carrots (about 1 ½ cups), finely grated

• 2 tsp sunflower seeds

• A handful of fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• 1 tbsp chili flakes (optional)

• 80 g flaxseed or chickpea flour (about ⅓ cup)

For the Yogurt Mustard Sauce:

• 150 g plain yogurt (about ⅔ cup)

• 1 tsp mustard

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 garlic clove, grated or minced

• 1–2 tbsp finely chopped parsley or dill

• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the Quinoa

1. Rinse the quinoa well, then soak it in water for 20 minutes.

2. Drain, add 400 ml of water and ½ teaspoon of salt.

3. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Set aside to cool.

Make the Chia Egg

4. Combine chia seeds with 75 ml of water.
   Let them swell for about 10 minutes until gel-like.
   (Alternatively, use 2 regular eggs.)

Cook the Aromatics

5. Heat a little olive oil in a pan.
   Add cumin, garlic powder, and turmeric. Stir and warm the spices for about 30 seconds.

6. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft.

7. Season with salt and pepper.
   Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Combine the Ingredients

8. In a large bowl, mix together:

   • Cooked quinoa

   • Grated carrots

   • Sunflower seeds

   • Chopped parsley or cilantro

   • Chili flakes (optional)

   • Cooked onion mixture

   • Chia egg

9. Stir everything together until well combined.

10. Add flaxseed or chickpea flour gradually, mixing until the mixture holds together.

Shape and Bake

11. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

12. Grease a baking tray.

13. Lightly oil your hands and form the mixture into patties.

14. Arrange on the tray and brush the tops with a little oil.

15. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.

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Make the Yogurt–Mustard Sauce

16. In a bowl, whisk together:

• Yogurt

• Mustard

• Lemon juice

• Olive oil

• Garlic

• Chopped herbs

• Salt and pepper

17. Mix until creamy and smooth.

Falafel

 

Crispy Homemade Falafel

There’s nothing quite like the taste of freshly made falafel—crunchy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside. This recipe uses dried chickpeas (never canned!) for the perfect texture and authentic taste. Whether you tuck them into warm pita or serve them over a fresh salad with creamy tahini, these falafel are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Ingredients

Falafel Mixture:

• 2 cups (400 g) dried chickpeas — do not substitute canned; see notes

• 1 small onion

• 4 garlic cloves

• ⅓ cup fresh parsley

• ½ cup fresh cilantro

• 4 tablespoons (30 g) flour, breadcrumbs, or chickpea flour (gluten-free option)

• 1¼ teaspoons salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• 2 teaspoons baking soda

• Oil for frying

For Serving:

• Pita bread

• Chopped salad

• Tahini sauce

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Instructions

1. Soak the Chickpeas
   Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and cover them with 2–3 inches of cold water. Let them soak overnight. The next day, drain and rinse well.

2. Blend the Mixture
   Add the soaked chickpeas to a food processor along with the onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, baking soda, and all the spices. Pulse until the mixture is finely processed—smooth but still slightly crumbly.

3. Combine and Chill
   Transfer the mixture to a bowl and mix in the flour or breadcrumbs. Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour to help it firm up.

4. Heat the Oil
   In a deep pan, heat oil to 360°F (180°C).

5. Shape the Falafel
   With slightly wet hands, form the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls.

6. Fry Until Crisp
   Fry 4–6 falafel at a time for 3–4 minutes, or until golden brown and crunchy. Place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

7. Serve and Enjoy
   Enjoy your falafel on their own or stuffed inside warm pita with fresh salad and a generous drizzle of tahini sauce.

🥬 Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Dipping Sauce

 

🥬 Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Dipping Sauce

🌯 Ingredients for Spring Rolls (Makes 8 Rolls)

• 8 rice paper wrappers (8.5-inch diameter)

• 2 oz rice vermicelli noodles, cooked and cooled

• ½ cup mung bean sprouts

• ½ cup capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced

• 2 leaves lettuce, chopped or torn

• Optional additions: carrot, cucumber, red cabbage, avocado, edamame, fried tofu, green onion, mint, cilantro, or Thai basil

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📝 Instructions

1. Prepare fillings: Cook rice noodles and rinse under cold water. Slice all vegetables into thin strips or matchsticks.

2. Soften rice paper: Dip one wrapper at a time into warm water for 5–10 seconds until pliable. Place on a clean surface.

3. Assemble: In the center of the wrapper, layer lettuce, vermicelli noodles, sprouts, capsicum, and any additional vegetables or herbs.

4. Roll tightly: Fold the sides inward, then roll from the bottom up to form a tight spring roll.

5. Repeat for remaining wrappers. Keep covered with a damp cloth until ready to serve.

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🥜 Peanut Hoisin Dipping Sauce

Ingredients:

• ½ cup sweetened creamy peanut butter

• ¼ cup hoisin sauce

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 clove garlic, finely minced

• 2–3 tablespoons warm water (to adjust consistency)

• Optional: Sriracha (for spice), lime juice (for brightness)

• Optional garnish: chopped toasted peanuts

Instructions:

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust with more water if needed for desired consistency. Garnish with chopped peanuts if using.

Pasta in Alfredo Sauce

Pasta in a tradition white creamy Alfredo sauce with lots of flavor. This is a quick and simple recipe. Hope you will all enjoy.

Ingredients

Pasta - 5 cups

Olive oil - 2 tbsp

Butter - 2 tbsp

Cheddar cheese - 2 cup

Basil leaves - 1 cup

All purpose flour - 1/4 cup

Warm milk -  2 cups

Pepper as per taste

Salt as per taste

Recipe

1) First cook the pasta in a large saucepan according to the package directions. Add olive oil  (this will prevent the pasta from sticking with each other) and salt in boiling water. Drain and keep aside.

2) Melt butter in a large pan, saute garlic for a minute, don't let it brown.

3) Add in flour little by little and stir with a whisk continuously.

4) Then add the milk slowly and keep whisking for about eight minutes continuously.

5) Gradually add cheese, salt, pepper and stir. 6) Once done mix the pasta and sauce gently until the sauce has absorbed into the pasta. Garnish with  Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve hot.

Crazy Coconut Lemonade

Coconut lemonade is a tropical drink. It is very easy to make and you can serve it as a special drink to your guest.Most of the people will enjoy this drink. Here is the recipe to make this delicious coconut lemonade.

Ingredients

Sugar - 3-4 tbsp or as required
Mint leaves - 5-6
Coconut milk - 2 tbsp
Lemon juice  - 1 tbsp
Lime juice - 1 tbsp
Coconut/plain water - 1 cup

Few ice cubes

Recipe

1)Blend all the ingredients very nicely to a smooth mixture.Strain the juice.Place the juice in the refrigerator until chilled.
2)When ready to serve pour over ice, slices of lemon and lime, and coconut flakes. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

Mexican Corn Soup

Mexican cuisine is known for its varied flavors, colorful decoration, and variety of spices and ingredients, many of which are native to the country.In Mexico don’t be at all surprised if your food is served in a banana leaf, either. This is a favorite way of presenting food and it’s delicious as well as appetizing.Let's see a delicious corn soup recipe.

Ingredients

Corn - 3 cups
Tomatoes - 2
Oregano - 1 tsp
Garlic finely chopped - 1
Onion finely chopped - 1/2
Oil - 1 tbsp
Salt as per taste
Pepper as per taste
Cream - 1/2 cup
Any cheese - 4 tbsp
Parsley - 1 tbsp
Bread Croutons as required

Recipe

1)Blend 1 1/2 cups of corn,tomatoes,oregano into a fine paste.
2)Heat oil in pan,add the onions and fry nicely for 3-4 minutes in medium.
3)Once done add in the garlic and saute.
4)Next pour the blended mixture of corn in the pan,mix in salt and pepper also at this stage and allow it to cook nicely for 5-6 minutes.
4)Now add the remaining corn and cook the soup nicely for about 10-12 minutes.
5)Serve in a bowl adding little cheese,parsley,and bread croutons.

Tips

1)Can also add fried tortilla's,sour cream for while serving for additional taste.