Plant based diet for your health and the planet
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients: 3 medium potatoes diced into cubes 2 medium red bell peppers diced 1 block of tofu drained, cubed and air fried for 10 minutes at 350F 2 cups green peas 5-6 tomatoes diced 2 large carrots diced 2 bunches cilantro thinly chopped. Whole spices ( cardamom, bay leaves, cumin seeds […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients • 2 medium cucumbers peeled and diced into small pieces. • 1 tsp cumin seed powder • 1 packed cup of mint leaves thinly chopped. • 1 Tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp white vinegar or 1 Tbs lime/lemon juice. • 2 cups plain unsweetened plant yogurt (I used home […]
By Dr.Sirisha potluri: Omega 3 fatty acids can help lower high blood pressure and cholesterol and bring down levels of triglycerides. Omega 3 fatty acid ALA, derived from plant sources, has been linked to reduced heart disease-linked deaths. If you have asthma, ALA could help decrease inflammation as well improve lung function. Ingredients: walnuts – […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients: This recipe requires the use of an oven and 10.5 x 7.5 inch baking dish 4 Medium Zucchini (Slice into 1⁄2 inch, thick strips using mandolin or sharp knife)Marinara Sauce (Buy oil-free, low-fat, vegan)Panko bread crumbs (2 tablespoons) OR homemade bread crumbs from whole-wheat bread. Tofu Ricotta 1 pound spinach […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients: • 3 Medium Bananas (make sure they are very brown and spotty!)• 2 1/2 cup Rolled Oats, divided (not Instant) 2 cups rolled oats made into fine powder ina blender. 1/2 cup rolled oats will be added for a nice texture.• 1/2 cup Date Sugar or Coconut sugar• 1/4 cup […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients:• 4 cups mushrooms• 1 cup diced onion• 2 heaping Tablespoons of garlic, diced• 3 cups whole wheat organic orzo pasta ( if gluten sensitive use Risotto rice)• 6 cups fat free vegetable broth• 2 cups plain unsweetened soy milk• 2 cups frozen peas• 3 -4 cups of baby kale• Italian […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients• 6-8 bitter gourd (karela in Hindi)• 2 Tbsp. if tamarind pulp or lemon juice• 2-3 slit green chili’s• 1/2 Tsp turmeric• 2Tbs unsweetened plant yogurt• For thadka, 2-3 medium onions , 1 Tbs mustard seeds , 1 Tbs urad dal and 1 Tbs of cumin seeds , few curry leaves […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients: 1 onion diced6-8 Garlic cloves3 carrots peeled and diced2 ribs celery diced1 tsp oregano1/2 tsp thyme1/2 tsp parsleyApproximately 6 cups diced potato( red potatoes work best)don’t need to peel if getting organic potatoes.3.5 cups vegetable stock3 cups de stemmed and finely chopped kaleSalt and pepperJuice of 1 lemon.We need instant […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients:⠀⠀⠀⠀4 large capsicums⠀( try to get multicolor bell peppers if possible)3-4 medium potatoes peeled ⠀⠀1 cup mushroom, chopped ⠀⠀1/2 broccoli, small florets ⠀⠀1/2 red onion, finely diced ⠀⠀1 /2 cup celery stalk, finely chopped ⠀⠀1/4 cup parsley or cilantro chopped ⠀⠀1/2 tsp dried thyme ⠀⠀1/2 tsp dried oregano ⠀⠀2 garlic cloves, […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri Ingredients:⠀⠀1 large sweet potato ( try to find one which is thick and long to act as sandwich bread)1 cup spinach ⠀1 cup arugula ( or any greens available)⠀1 medium avocado, sliced⠀1 tomato, sliced⠀1 cucumber , sliced ⠀1/2 red onion, thinly sliced ⠀1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced⠀1 fresh chilli, chopped […]
By Dr. Sirisha Potluri: Ingredients:• lemon juice,/ lime juice or balsamic vinegar• maple syrup or date syrup (optional)• Salt & Pepper, to taste• garlic powder, to taste• Freshly made mustard seed powder 1 teaspoon.• Red chili powder to taste• Turmeric and black pepper powderInstructions: Preheat oven to 400. Frozen Brussels sprouts can be used, but […]
By Dr.Sirisha Potluri: Beets/ Beetroot and beet-greens are shown to increase nitric oxide production in our body. Ever noticed that your urine turns a bit pink after you eat beets? Though the color looks a little unnatural, it’s a completely harmless and temporary condition called beeturia. It’s a vivid reminder of an important fact: When […]
By: Dr.Sirisha Potluri: Cranberry chutney/ pickle – oil free Cranberry chutney/ relish. Ingredients: 1.4-5 cups of cranberries washed and blotted dry. ( make sure there is no water and completely dry ) 2. 1 cup garlic chopped into small pieces 3. 1/2 cup red chili powder 4.1 cup roasted sesame seed powder 5. 1/4th cup […]
By: Dr. Sirisha Potluri: Delicious&quick breakfast Waffles with organic rolled oats,pumpkin-puree, ripe bananas& flax seed powder. Ingredients: 1. 3 cups organic rolled oats 2. 2 ripe bananas 3. 1/2 cup organic pumpkin purée 4. 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice 5. 1/2 tsp baking powder 6. 2 Tbs flax seed powder 7. 1/4tsp apple cider vinegar 8. […]
By: Dr. Sirisha potluri: Ingredients: Beets-3 medium radish-4-5 small cherry tomatoes-2 cups spinach-5-6 cups cucumbers-2 medium size pumpkin seeds and few hemp-seeds for garnish .Dressing: 1 tablespoon hemp-seeds,2-3 garlic cloves, 1 big roasted red pepper, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Put all these ingredients in a small blender and blend into smooth paste adding little […]