Recipes For: Snacks/ Appetizers

This easy to prepare dish will awaken your taste buds to the sounds of Salsa.An easy to prepare dish loaded with vitamins.The sweet and sour Island flavors of the skewers makes a great party appetizer.Portion Size: 2 small skewers each...

Gazpacho or liquid salad as it is often called is a healthy, filling and refreshing appetizer during hot summer days. It serves double duty by rehydrating your body and providing needed fiber.
This recipe is ideal for diabetics, hypertensive and hypercholesterolemic patients and people on weight reduction diets.

The olive oil which is added for flavor can be omitted from the recipe if required.


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This crispy, Thai inspired chicken recipe has an abundance of proteins, PUFA, vitamin A & calcium. Tastes best when served with coriander-mint chutney, or garlic chillie paste for the daring. Even though the fat content is slightly high, it is on our recommended list because majority of the fats  are Polyunsaturated.  So, go ahead and enjoy this dish, but only once in a while!!Also remember portion control....

An easy traditional Indian oven grills the spices into the chicken, making it intensely flavorful without a lot of high-calorie sauce. Great for outdoor BBQ's Garnish with cilantro and onions and lemon wedges Serve hot with whole wheat pita and low-fat mint-cucumber raita....

A satisfying sandwich that can be adapted to vegetables of your choice. This is an excellent balanced meal for the familly with just the right amount of servings from four food groups....

An excellent source of Omega-3's, alongwith colorful vegetables not only looks beautiful, but is nutritious. Easy to prepare, the shrimp can be marinated the night before and kept ready to assemble just prior to grilling in the oven. Serves 5.Recommended for Weight conscious & Hypertension. A heart healthy option too. ...

A healthy snack for just about anyone. Since the dumplings are steamed, they are low in calories. They are stuffed with fish which is an excellent source of lean protein and healthy fats.    Note: Each serving is 2 dumplingsCaution: Please note that the sodium content of this dish is high because of the sauces. Anyone on a sodium restricted diet must avoid adding these.  ...

Another delightful soup dish to lift your spirits during the dull-n-dark monsoon evenings!! A hearty soup for the whole family to share. You can pat yourself on the back for serving this tasty yet healthy & light evening snack. Serve with baked whole wheat croutons for garnish....

The tamarind sauce adds a delectable zing, that tickles the palate.Enjoy this  dish that is dripping with nutrients( excellent source of selenium & protein and a good source of Vit D and Vit B12). The aroma is heady and seduces you to enjoy the tang of Tamarind, with a hint of honey.The reason why it can be recommended as a part of heart health menu is that it is rich in selenium, vitamin B12 & omega 3 fats, which help to reduce high BP  and the same holds good for heart disease as well. (This is just to substantiate that despite shrimp being high in cholesterol they can be recommended or included in the diet  for heart health)...