Author: Hetal Desai

Black Chickpeas & Tempeh Curry

Black Chickpeas & Tempeh Curry

Protein & fiber packed delicious curry made with black chickpeas and tempeh along with onion, tomatoes and few spices that is extremely comforting. Beans are great source of fiber. Many think that beans are source of protein. I believe beans are source of fiber and…

Idli, Sambar & Coconut Chutney

Idli, Sambar & Coconut Chutney

Soft spongy Idli, piping hot sambar and bright green coconut chutney, a perfect South Indian feast that holds tremendous comfort and unlimited flavors. Quinoa Brown Rice Idli Sambar Coconut Chutney Mix Veg Idli

Comforting Indian Foods

Comforting Indian Foods

People have many different comfort foods they go back to. Be it pasta, pizza, soup or curries. For me it has to be my mom’s dal fry along with creamy dreamy dal makhani and saucy rajma. I am linking all these comforting Indian foods below…

Indian Flavored Scalloped Potatoes

Indian Flavored Scalloped Potatoes

Indian Flavored Scalloped Potatoes, cheesy creamy scalloped potatoes with hint of garam masala, cardamom and nutmeg. Sliced potatoes coated with Indian flavored creamy sauce and topped with bubbly cheese, I mean what is not to like about this?!?! I love love love potatoes. Growing up,…

Festive Recipe Roundup

Festive Recipe Roundup

Festive season is truly feasting season. Being a foodie, I love hosting gatherings, especially around festive time. My love language is feeding my loved ones. Me and my husband love hosting. Here is a round up of my favorite recipes I have served over the…

Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts with Tofu

Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts with Tofu

Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts with Tofu, roasted brussels sprouts and tofu coated with extremly flavorful sauce to make quick and easy protein & fiber rich dish! My whole family loves brussels sprouts, including my kids. I get asked all the times, how do I get…

Eggplant Parm Meatballs

Eggplant Parm Meatballs

Eggplant Parm Meatballs, spicy garlicky saucy vegetarian meatballs that will serve you all the eggplant parm feels! I was never a big fan of eggplnat growing up. Not that I ever tried eggplant parm growing up as there was no such concept back in India…

Vegetarian Dinner Inspo 3

Vegetarian Dinner Inspo 3

Vegetarian Dinner Inspo that is easy to make with minimal ingredients and definitely comforting. If you end up making any of the following, please leave me a comment below. Or simply tag me on Instagram @myvegetarianroots. I would love to get your feedback! Pigeon Peas…

Pigeon Peas & Eggplant Curry

Pigeon Peas & Eggplant Curry

Pigeon Peas & Eggplant Curry, winter special spicy garlicky curry made with Pigeon Peas, Eggplant, Potatoes and basic spices. Many people not a big fan of eggplant. I was that person growing up. The texture and look of eggpeggplantalnt were never appealing to me. It…

Plain Khichdi

Plain Khichdi

Plain Khichdi, Ultimate comfort food simply made with mix of rice and lentil along with very salt and turmeric. Khichdi is one of the most comforting food on this planet. I know it is a bold statement but I stand by it. Once you try…