Soups and Salads

Embark on a journey of wholesome goodness with Manjula’s Kitchen! Explore a tantalizing collection of soups and salads, perfect for nourishing meals.


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Masala Idli

Appetizers, Lunch Box Suggestion, Snacks, Soups and Salads

Masala idli is a simple and easy snack. This is one of my favorite ways to serve masala idli. Adding the stir-fry salad to idli makes a very versatile dish. You can serve this as lunch, snack or salad. To make masala idli I am using the rava idli witch is quick and easy to make. This also makes a great lunch box meal as it is very healthy and satisfying.

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Spinach Couscous Salad

Diabetic, High Protein, Low Cholesterol, Low Fat, Soups and Salads, Winter Recipes

There’s nothing like a fresh salad. They are healthy and contrary to popular belief they can be quite filling and extremely satisfying! Spinach Couscous Salad is made with fresh spinach, arugula, couscous, sliced red grapes, cheese crumbles, pecans and my special house-dressing!

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Carrot Ginger Soup

Gluten Free, Soups and Salads, Vegan, Winter Recipes

Carrot and Ginger Soup is light and super healthy with an added benefit of tasting delicious? This soup is made with carrots, celery, ginger, and flavored with mild spices. Of course, this soup is also nutritious!

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Cucumber Salad

Gluten Free, Soups and Salads, Summer Recipes, Vegan

This is a fresh and easy cucumber salad recipe, with a creamy dressing and has touch of fennel seeds. This is a refreshing and healthy low cal Salad and looks beautiful.

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Sindhi Kadhi (Vegetable in Gram Flour Gravy)

Dal (Lentils), Gluten Free, Low Fat, Soups and Salads, Vegan

Sindhi Kadhi is very delicious and nutritious. This tangy Kadhi is made with roasted besan, (gram flour) and mix of vegetables. Traditionally it is served with rice and also can be served as a soup.

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Kale and Tofu Salad

Gluten Free, Low Cholesterol, Soups and Salads, Vegan

This delicious Kale and Tofu salad with apple wedges, cranberries and ginger dressing will compliment any meal. This salad is nutritious, tasty and full of flavor.

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Carrot and Moong Dal Salad

Gluten Free, Lunch Box Suggestion, Soups and Salads, Vegan, Winter Recipes

Carrot and Moong Dal Salad is a healthy and nutritious salad with beautiful colors. This is a great salad and easy to make. This can be served as an afternoon snack or an appetizer.

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Chilled Melon Soup

Desserts, Gluten Free, Soups and Salads, Summer Recipes

Looking for adding some pizzazz to your summer meal? Try this refreshing Chilled Melon Soup. It is easy to prepare and can be served as a starter or dessert. This is a light and elegant soup, perfect for summer.

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Arugula And Melon Salad

Gluten Free, Soups and Salads, Summer Recipes

This is a beautiful looking salad which is a harmonious combination of arugula and melon. Arugula is a peppery flavor leaf while melon is juicy and sweet. Mix the two with yogurt dressing and this combination creates a very refreshing salad for summer days and can be served as healthy snack.

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Stir-Fry Cabbage Salad

Diabetic, Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Cholesterol, Lunch Box Suggestion, Party Recipes, Soups and Salads, Vegan

Stir-Fry Cabbage salad is a healthy mix of cabbage, carrots, beans and bell pepper, garnish with coconut. This color full crunchy salad is low in calories and very satisfying.

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Moong Dal Soup

Dal (Lentils), Diabetic, Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Fat, Soups and Salads, Vegan

This is a healthy, vegan soup that is very high in protein. It is made with split Moong dal and flavored with “Hari Cilantro Chutney”. Moong Dal Soup is very flavorful yet simple and easy to make.

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Sprouted Moong Salad

Gluten Free, High Protein, Soups and Salads

Sprout lentil (dal) salad is a very colorful, refreshing and healthy dish. Moong dal is a good source of protein and calcium. This salad can also be served as a light lunch. This is an easy recipe to prepare.

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Black Eyed Pea Salad

Gluten Free, High Protein, Low Cholesterol, Lunch Box Suggestion, Soups and Salads, Summer Recipes

Black-eyed pea salad is very colorful and delicious. Ginger dressing gives a nice tangy flavor. This is great for quick and light lunch.

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Corn Vegetable Soup

Gluten Free, Soups and Salads, Summer Recipes, Vegan

This creamy corn soup with vegetables is a great starter for a summer lunch. Served hot or cold.

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