quinoa tabbouleh

Quinoa Tabbouleh – Cookie and Kate

Tabbouleh fans, have you tried making it with quinoa? This recipe is a fun variation on classic tabbouleh made with quinoa instead of bulgur wheat. It turns our favorite Lebanese salad into a gluten-free dish. The quinoa is fluffy and has a somewhat nutty taste, but overall, the flavor profile is quite similar. Since I…

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Ingredients for mint lemonade

Mint Lemonade (Limonana) – The Woks of Life

This frozen mint lemonade is a refreshing summer beverage that I first had on vacation and later had to recreate at home! While I first had it in Central America, I later found out that it is a Middle Eastern drink called Limonana—essentially a mint lemonade that can be served over ice or blended with…

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Tofu Koliwada (Indian Spicy Crispy Tofu)

Tofu Koliwada is a plant-based version of the popular regional Indian appetizer. It’s like a tofu nugget with tons of fiery heat and so delicious served with green chutney or other of choice. It’s super delicious, crispy and packs flavor! (gluten free and nut-free with soy-free options) I’ve been veganizing a bunch of decadent, meat-based…

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Three glasses of green juice with mint leaves

Mint Lemonade (Desi Restaurant-Style) – Tea for Turmeric

This post may contain affiliate links. This 6-ingredient Mint Lemonade tastes just like the ones at Indo-Pak restaurants – lip-smacking, utterly refreshing, and a true treat. It’s the perfect party drink: simple to make (no squeezing tons of limes/lemons!), incredibly forgiving, and always a crowd-pleaser! Make it slightly slushy (like the video) or smooth (as…

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