A simple salad like this avocado one is always on my go-to list for easy side dishes. They work perfectly served with grilled meat, chicken or fish and completes an uncomplicated lunch of crusty bread and cheese. And they are always made so much better when in-season produce is used. Aromatic, ripe tomatoes and creamy avocado are a match made in heaven and perfectly complimented by fine slices of red onion and a lemony basil vinaigrette....

Published on December 28, 2012 We can’t believe 2012 is almost over. We are a little sad to see it go, but we are looking forward to 2013. We recently sat down and looked through all of the recipes we created in 2012. Wow, it was a busy and delicious year! Today we are sharing the Top 10 Recipes on Two Peas and Their Pod during 2012. These are the most viewed recipes on our site from the past year....

Today I go from a hot and savory snack recipe to a cold and creamy dessert. As the days are getting hotter, it is natural to go for a cold dessert and today’s Vegan Avocado Mousse will make you go back to it time and again. I agree to be sent email. A mousse is a soft prepared food with micro air bubbles to give it a light and airy texture....

A savory recipe for a samosa needs to be followed up with a sweet and creamy dessert-like a Mousse! Not just the usual kind. I agree to be sent email. I am going for a tropical-flavored vegan mousse that hardly takes 15 minutes (Do not count the prep time, please:-)) After all, a recipe that is wonderfully creamy such as this Mousse will take a little bit of planning. I am going with papayas for today’s dessert....

We all know how healthy spinach is and an easy recipe such as this one is just a gift of nutrition. This Vegan spinach potato soup takes just 30 minutes to make, and it is creamy but light and comforting. I agree to be sent email. If you want a quick and light meal, try this vegan spinach soup recipe. Among the World’s Healthiest vegetables, spinach comes out at the top of most ranking lists for nutrient richness....

Chaat, which comes from the Hindi word “chatpata,” meaning “spicy,” is a popular savory fruit salad found throughout India. But how does watermelon pair with spices? That’s the first thing that comes to our mind. I agree to be sent email. This simple recipe says it all. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying watermelon as it is, but it’s not easy to spot a watermelon that is sweet. With a single layer of this simple chaat powder, you can make any cubed watermelon great tasting....

Updated June 15, 2020 Happy 4th of July! Blueberry Yogurt Waffles are on our breakfast menu and then we are going to the neighborhood parade. After that, we are headed to our friend’s house for a pool party and barbecue. It should be a fun filled day! If you are looking for an easy and refreshing drink to serve at your 4th of July party, make these Watermelon Spritzers. Don’t worry, they are super easy to make....

There is no need for overnight preparation (no urad dal) and it uses less than 5 main ingredients. What’s not to like about any of these attributes? When you are desperate for breakfast options, something like this can save the day…so keep this dosa recipe handy for those days! I agree to be sent email. Abou this recipe The side dish that pairs well with this wheat dosa isn’t any more complicated....

A classic Sichuan stir-fry dish made easy. The shredded chicken is quickly cooked with carrot, bamboo shoots, and peppers in a pungent sweet and sour garlic sauce. This recipe teaches a shortcut to creating this dish in under 30 minutes with fewer ingredients. In this post you can find: – A quick introduction to homemade Sichuan all-purpose chili garlic sauce – What is Yu Xiang Rou Si? – Why this recipe?...

Defined by its characteristic numbing spiciness, the food of Sichuan and neighboring city-province Chongqing is not for the faint-hearted. It reflects the Sichuanese people’s fiery-tempered, no-nonsense, passionate reputation. When I lived in this southwestern province bordering Tibet, I sometimes wondered if the locals ever ate non-spicy food at all! Here you’ll discover how Sichuanese food came about, how to make some of the most famous and addictive Sichuan dishes, and how this world-class cuisine has ignited a gastronomic revolution....

Not to worry because I have the perfect thing you can prepare with these root vegetables…Air Fryer Turnips! Don’t make the mistake of overlooking them just because they are root vegetables. Because, unlike most root vegetables, turnips can be a part of a low-carb diet or a keto diet. I agree to be sent email. When roasted in an air fryer, turnips turn out so good that you’ll want to add them to your regular rotation....

These delicious muffins are perfect to have for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a sweet dessert. These healthy muffins are not only tasty but are also vegan-friendly, making them suitable for those with dietary restrictions. I agree to be sent email. With a little bit of variation here and there, these vegan muffins have zero compromise in taste but offer a great way to enjoy breakfast. The next time you crave pastries, be sure to give this a try!...

Updated October 06, 2020 If you love almond flavored treats, you will fall in love with these cookies. The almond paste and almond extract give these cookies a nice almond flavor. The almond paste also keeps the cookies soft and chewy. I stirred in dried cranberries and white chocolate chips to add sweetness and holiday cheer. If you are looking for one more cookie to add to your holiday cookie platter, try almond cookies with dried cranberries and white chocolate....

Whenever I’m hosting a Chinese dinner party, I find that the most challenging task is to select a dessert to put on my menu. Traditionally, Chinese banquets usually finish up with a plate of sliced fruit. It is light, simple, and healthy. However, I do find the concept gets a bit boring over time. Especially after moving to the US and getting used to the dessert-after-dinner routine. On the other hand, I do find most American desserts overly sweet and heavy....

Updated March 26, 2019 Remember those Brown Butter Pumpkin Streusel Muffins with Brown Butter Glaze that I made? Well, I used the leftover glaze to make this Apple Bread with Brown Butter Glaze. I knew there was a good reason I made extra glaze. I am obsessed! I was going to eat the rest by the spoonful, but luckily I stopped myself and made this apple bread. It is SO good and the apples help balance out the brown butter and sugar....

Updated March 26, 2019 Happy Memorial Day! How are you celebrating today? We are packing a picnic and going to the park with the boys. We hope you all have a wonderful holiday! I know the rest of the week is going to be all messed up because of the Monday holiday. I always have a hard time to adjusting after long weekends. SO I am planning ahead and putting this Avocado Goat Cheese Pasta on our dinner menu....

Published on September 22, 2021 Chicken Tenders- These easy baked chicken tenders are juicy, crispy, and only take 20 minutes to make! A family favorite dinner, kids and adults love them! Serve with honey mustard sauce, BBQ sauce, or ketchup! Our boys request chicken tenders almost every single week. They are a staple in our house and I don’t mind because they are SO easy to make. Plus, they are healthier and more affordable than buying chicken nuggets or chicken fingers at a restaurant or in the frozen section at the grocery store....

Updated March 26, 2019 We’ve had a very mild winter so far, but we finally got some snow on Saturday. I don’t mind the snow as long as I am looking at it through my window:) I spent most of the day in the kitchen cooking and baking. I was in the mood for some good old comfort food and remembered a Baked Polenta Pie recipe I bookmarked from Bev Cooks....

This recipe includes two ways to enjoy the moist and flavorful lamb meat pie: the traditional way and the easy way. So you can choose whether to cook a luxurious main dish for a crowd or a quick snack for a party. If you’ve read my previous posts about lamb skewers and Uyghur style noodles, you probably have gotten the idea that lamb is one of the most important staple meats in Xinjiang province....

The cutest little spaghetti cups are here to tell ya that variety is the spice of life! Even if it means changing up the way you enjoy pasta. Because the time for fun is not tomorrow night or next week but right now, my pals. If there’s anything the last couple years have taught me, it’s the importance of finding joy in the little things. The cozy movie and popcorn night....