Tag Archives: high protein

A Mint-fresh Makeover – Masala Chickpea Salad

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Tadka Pasta

The protein-packed, fairly beloved chickpeas are an integral part of Indian cuisine. As kids, we loved the sight of the pale-skinned and stubby nuggets as they dropped like a bunch of rocks into a stainless steel pot where they would … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizer Alley, Picnic Basket, Snack Attack | Tagged after-school snack, appetizer, chana, chickpeas with mint, curried chickpeas, curry, dry chana masala, dry curry, dry snack, fresh mint, high protein, Indian-spiced, Indian-style chickpeas, kabuli chana, make ahead, spicy, starter, starter salad, vegan, vegetarian | 7 Comments

Protein Packed, Goodness Squared – Whole Wheat Lentil Loaf

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Tadka Pasta

When weekends go by like a blur and the weekdays sneak up on us from their distant blimp-like position to a spot somewhere between the eyes, we look for recipe ideas in the pantry, the belly of the refrigerator, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Binder | Tagged bread for soup, bread with beans, bread with dal, bread with lentils, bread with onions, bread with spices, dal bread, healthy, hearty, high protein, Indian, leftover dal, leftover lentils, loaf, missi bread, missi roti, sandwich bread, vegan, vegetarian, whole grain, whole wheat bread, World bread day | 11 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 →