Tag Archives: low calorie

Filter Coffee Frappe

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Tadka Pasta

The great South Indian filter kaapi seldom gets a respite – from being talked about to being made and had, in all manner of ways. We are big fans of this strong drink, and while we love it plain and simple, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Bev Bar | Tagged beverage, blended, blended coffee drink, cafe latte, coffee, coffee cubes, coffee milkshake, coffee slush, cold coffee, cold drink, drinks, filter, frappe, iced, Indian food, Indian-style, kaapi, low calorie, low fat, milk, south Indian | Leave a comment

Fresh Fig Clafouti

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Tadka Pasta

French desserts don’t always have to be complicated and daunting, and the Clafouti is a perfect example. Classic custard ingredients are whisked together and then baked up along with fat chunks of whatever fruit is in season. Cherries, pears, plums, … Continue reading →

Posted in Party Planner, Sweet Treats | Tagged baked, clafouti, dessert, figs, French, fresh fig, light, low calorie, low fat, sweet, warm, week-night | Leave a comment

Soup Splash with Carrots and Leeks

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Tadka Pasta

We’ve had a really short spring in our part of the world this year, with the cool winter days transforming almost overnight, and giving us a taste of summer even in the usually balmy month of February. Because of this the vegetable … Continue reading →

Posted in Soup Souk, Uncategorized | Tagged carrot, creamy, fennel, leek, leeks, low calorie, low fat, soup, vegetarian | Leave a comment

Salute to Summer – Creamy Pasta Salad with Grilled Veggies

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Tadka Pasta

If there’s one ingredient that is used and loved in many cuisines around the world, it is yoghurt. It was one of the first foods that we fed to our babies, and is a staple on our dinner tables every night, … Continue reading →

Posted in Globe Food-Trottin', Party Planner, Pasta Platter, Picnic Basket | Tagged cheese-free, Chifferi Rigati, curd, Dahi, del monte, grilled, Italian, ItalianEscapades, low calorie, macaroni, no cheese, pasta, recipe, room temperature, salad, vegetarian, waist-friendly, yoghurt, Yogurt | 2 Comments

Summer Spice and Everything Nice – Pumpkin Muffins

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Tadka Pasta

On a 90 degrees Fahrenheit July day, driving to run regular errands through familiar roads dotted on either side by yard sales, lemonade stands manned by eager little hands, and pumpkin farms abuzz with every conceivable vegetable and fruit save … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast Basket, Funnibles, Picnic Basket | Tagged after-school, apricot muffins, breakfast muffins, fresh pumpkin, healthy snack, low calorie, low fat, low fat muffins, lunch box, muffins, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, sweet pumpkin, vegetable muffins | 5 Comments

Methiculous ‘n Chickpealing – Burger Patties

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Tadka Pasta

Its near-absinthian flavours notwithstanding, the lush green, petite-leaved methi bunch is rather dear and nearly ubiquitous to the keen Indian palate. It not only transcends borders and cuisines – be it the crispy akki rotti in Karnataka or the ghee-packed, … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast Basket, Funnibles, Picnic Basket, Snack Attack, Snazzy Sandwiches | Tagged after-school snack, burger patties, chana, chickpeas, easy, fenugreek, healthy snack, high protein, homemade burger, kid-friendly, low calorie, low fat, methi, methi greens, methi leaves, quick, tikkis, vegan, vegetarian burger, vegetarian patty | 2 Comments

Mini Treats with Mega Goodies – Chocolate Muffins

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Tadka Pasta

On a regular week day, our ravenous little misses know better than to throw a tantrum about their after-school snacks. Home-cooked food works best on most occasions, and we do put out some funnibbles, needless to say, from time to … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast Basket, Funnibles, Sweet Treats | Tagged breakfast muffins, chocolate muffins, healthy breakfast, healthy cupcakes, healthy snack, low calorie, low fat muffins, omega 3, walnuts | 8 Comments

Icy Cold Treat For Coolest Mommy – Chai Granita

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Tadka Pasta

Tiny raindrops trickle down the pretty red galoshes, the ladybugs on them glistening like jewels. The mist is floating far away, like a disheveled ball of fur. Daddy doesn’t own a raincoat, so he makes do with his brand new … Continue reading →

Posted in Summer Coolers, Sweet Treats | Tagged chai concentrate, chai granita, chai latte, chai powder, instant tea, low calorie, low fat, masala chai, tea concentrate, tea granita, tea powder | 7 Comments

Salad Splurge – Eggelicious in No-mayo Land

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Tadka Pasta

Our second offering in the Salad Splurge series is this truly Eggelicious Salad, in No-mayo Land.. Tadka-style Mayo-free Egg Salad (Serves 2-3) For the Salad Dressing: 3 Tablespoons honey mustard 1 Teaspoon horseradish or spicy brown mustard 3 Tablespoons thick … Continue reading →

Posted in Summer Coolers | Tagged apple slices, Dole salads, egg salad, gravy, healthy, honey mustard, horseradish mustard, Indian style lemon pickle, lemon juice, lemon pickle, lemon zest, lettuce, light egg salad, light olive oil, low calorie, masala, mayo-free egg salad, mayo-free salad dressing, mustard, onions, orange zest, picnic, salt and pepper, sandwich, spicy brown mustard, vegetarian, vinegar, without mayo, wrap, yoghurt | 4 Comments

Watermelon Clone-sicles

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Tadka Pasta

There is a fair bit of head-scratching, hemming and hawing, as baffled faces scour the bulging bushels of watermelons nearly spilling onto the market sidewalk, for a good find. The elderly couple, sprightly and sharp, engages in a low-voiced deliberation … Continue reading →