Category Archives: Soups, Salad and Wraps
Drumstick pulp-white bean-spinach soup – Protein and Iron rich
About:
Drumstick is usually used in sambars/currys in India but here in this soup i scooped out the soft pulp of the drumstick and used it in the soup with protein rich beans and iron rich spinach to make it a healthy wholesome soup. This can be served as a soup or stew.
Health Benefits:
Drumstick soup is beneficial in asthma, bronchitis, arthritis, diabetes, and low blood pressure. It shows positive effects in amenorrhea and reduction of weight. Being warm in potency, it is very effective against digestive disorders such as anorexia and flatulence.
White kidney beans are a protein-rich starchy vegetable, full of vitamins, minerals and an excellent source of dietary fiber. Adding them to your diet offers a variety of health benefits such as promoting digestive health and preventing heart disease.
This can be served with garlic bread/breads (link)
Serves-4-5 servings
Preparation time-10 minutes
Cooking time-40-45 minutes
Waiting time-6-8hours (if using dry beans)
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Roasted Pumpkin and fennel seed Soup – Vegan
About:
This is a creamy, delightful soup with the roasted flavour of pumpkin, onion and fennel seeds.
Health Benefits:
Fennel is an aromatic herb belonging to the parsley family. It is used as a spice and possesses a sweet taste that is similar to anise. It is an essential ingredient in the Mediterranean cuisine. It is native to the South European region but is consumed well in all of the European regions. It is a two meter plant with dark green leaves and yellow flowers. Fennel seeds are generally eaten for the taste but also very healthy owing to the nutrition value attached to it.
If your goal is a healthy, nutritious diet, add pumpkin to meals regularly. A low-calorie vegetable that provides nutrients, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Pumpkin can help keep your digestive system regular and your other organ systems healthy. It also produces nutritious seeds that are tasty snacks and contain an oil with additional health benefits.
Yields: 2-4 servings
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
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