An Indian Parenting & Food Blog by Dr. Mansi Bajaj Malik !
Continuing with our series on Monsoon Menu For Kids , here is a warm hearty wholesome soup for the kiddos - Quinoa Pumpkin Soup with Rajma . A porridge / Daliya like preparation with Quinoa is perfect for pleasant monsoon evening to feel cuddled and comfy . Indian Pumpkin adds to the deliciousness of the... Continue Reading →
This season I will be sharing healthy Monsoon Menu for kids . According to renowned nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar , during monsoons one should consume More alternate grains like Ragi/Nachni , Jowar and Quinoa More vegetables that grow on creepers like pumpkin and Karela Less of Green Leafy Vegetables More of Lentils/ Dals Occasional treat with... Continue Reading →
A quick , classic and an essential cookie recipe to keep in your kitty for some tea time deliciousness , something chocolate-y to dunk into your cappuccino , or pure cocoa love for your kiddos. If you are looking for a recipe with less butter , alternate sources of sweetness or 'healthy' modifications , then... Continue Reading →
Gond Katira also known as Edible gum is a jelly like superfood known to improve immunity and stamina in kids. It distinctly defines summers and vacations in the peak heat of Delhi in my childhood. I remember gulping down jugfull of classic Gondh wala doodh as a kid. This one tradition I had to pass... Continue Reading →
Here is a quick and healthy breakfast or evening snack recipe for the family. I specially recommend it for toddlers and older kids as it is packed with the goodness of spinach . Made with Rava / Suji , these Idlis are delicious and nutritious. Spinach Rava Idli | Breakfast | Snack | Toddler Meal... Continue Reading →
Banana is an extremely versatile and super nutrient rich ingredient for kids . From infants to teenagers, it is part of every child's daily diet. It is an excellent way to introduce healthy calories to your child's meals and help him gain adequate weight. Whenever I have Bananas in surplus, I always make sure to... Continue Reading →
Losing 25 plus kilos in 12 months is no meagre task. While on a 1200 kCal diet , my dietician usually recommended Veg Kathi Roll for dinner around once a month. In my attempt to eat yummy yet healthy , I have a tried a few variations of the Kathi Roll . Here is a... Continue Reading →
This healthy pasta dish is loaded with vegetables and disguised as a yummy creamy treat . Add a bunch of veggies of your choice and serve to your toddler. If your baby is the one who likes instant noodles , try the dish with vermicelli / spaghetti / Tops Noodles and get over the crisis... Continue Reading →
If you have worked in and around central delhi for almost a decade , you ought to have fallen in love with Saravana Bhawan and it's Rasam and papad . It's our desi version of Coffee and cookies. Here is a low calorie Tomato Rasam recipe , an essential for the upcoming North Indian winters... Continue Reading →
In my quest to feed healthy food to my toddler twins , I have found egg to be my favourite ingredient. Custards are loved all over the world but I don't find it exciting enough to just pour some powder out of a packet and serve it to my kids. This is a Classic Vanilla... Continue Reading →
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