Here’s a nutrition estimate for the meal in my photo.1. Dal (Lentil Soup) – ~1 cup• Calories: ~180 kcal• Protein: ~12 g• Carbs: ~24 g• Fat: ~5 g• Fiber: ~5 g2. Paneer & Veggie Stir-Fry – ~1 cup(Made with paneer, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, carrots, onions; sautéed in minimal oil)• Calories: ~280 kcal• Protein: ~16 g• Carbs: ~12 g• Fat: ~20 g• Fiber: ~4 g 3. Quinoa – ~¾ cup

Here’s a nutritional breakdown estimate based on standard portion sizes.Quinoa-Lentil-Veggie Porridge/Bisi bele bath (~1 cup) • Calories: ~220–250 kcal • Protein: ~10–12g • Carbs: ~35–40g • Fiber: ~6–8g • Fat: ~4–6g • Key Nutrients: Iron, magnesium, folate, B-vitamins, complex carbs • Benefits: High in plant protein, gut-friendly, blood sugar-stabilizingGarbanzo Bean & Coconut Salad (~½ cup)

What do you do when all the avocados are ripe at once? You make dip and store it :-) There are many variations to the avocado dip, here is my version. Ingredients: 5 ripe avocados2 Tbsp lime juiceSalt and pepper to taste.2 Tbsp olive oilHow to Make Avocado Dip:Mash the avocados: Scoop the flesh of ripe avocados into a bowl and mash with a fork,  potato masher or a food

This is how I grew up watching my mother create this plate of magic for Ugadhi habba. She would whip up multiple dishes in a matter of a few hours. She has always been my inspiration. My love for cooking is derived from her. Ugadhi is the begining of the Hindu New Year. Bevu bella is eaten on this day Bevu is neem flowers and belle is jaggery. Both symbolize sweet and bitter. Just like life