Recipes

Homestyle Roasted Veggie Lasagna:

Marked my favorite meal of 2023, this roasted veggie medley lasagna is a symphony of flavors and textures, where tender lasagna noodles embrace a vibrant medley of perfectly roasted vegetables...

Beet Mac and Cheese

You know what they say, you eat with your eyes first. This beautiful beet Mac and cheese doesn’t lack in any department. It’s my take on a traditional comfort food that pairs the earthy sweetness of...

Lemon and Herb Roasted Artichokes

After trying canned artichokes for the first time, it inspired me to write down my lemon and herb roasted artichoke recipe more than anything. Everything from the texture to the taste is inferior...

Double Pesto Grilled Veggie Sandwich

This grilled veggie sandwich with 2 types of pesto is the perfect recipe if you’re not ready to say goodbye to summer! It’s a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. I went with staple veggies...

Persian Lentil Rice (Adas Polo)

Here’s one of my favorite lunches for when I don’t have much in the fridge. The two main ingredients are pantry staples and the whole dish comes together in an hour. Adas polo directly translates to...

Quick and Easy Banana Pancakes

Save this recipe for your next Sunday brunch! These quick and easy banana pancakes are my favorite pancakes to make! With not a lot of effort, you can level up a breakfast staple that can get...

Lemon and Herb Buckwheat

If you’re looking to switch up the side dish you always make with your protein, you can try this quick and easy yet filling lemon and herb buckwheat. It comes together in 15 minutes and 3 easy...

Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

This moist chocolate chip banana bread topped with a sticky peanut butter caramel is the perfect dessert to make on any occasion. It comes together in a bowl and impossible to mess up. The cake itself...

Lotus Cheesecake cookies

These pillowy and tangy cheesecake cookies are perfect for when you need a last-minute treat. They come together in 1 bowl, take less than 20 minutes to make, and get this, require no chill time!...

Vegan Butter Chicken-inspired Bean Curry 

Another weeknight dinner savior, this quick and easy butter chicken-inspired bean curry comes together in no time, and it’s super comforting and filling. It’s savory and tart while still...

Garlic and Herb Fries

Super simple yet delicious way to jazz up fries! With only a few additional ingredients, you can turn potatoes into a restaurant-quality side dish. Just make your fries like you normally would (I...

Honey Mustard Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Consider this my love letter to Brussels sprouts as they are now out of season. I don’t know why the idea of using my favorite dressing as a glaze to roast vegetables didn’t come to me sooner! Honey...

Extra Moist Vegan Chocolate and Coffee Muffins

Chocolate and coffee, a match made in heaven. They help one another shine and this is thanks to the juxtaposition between coffee’s bitterness and chocolate’s sweetness and nuttiness. These muffins...

Hearty Beet and Bean Stew

Inspired by pantry ingredients once again, here’s another lunch idea you should try! Quick, delicious and vibrant! If you have cooked beans in your pantry or freezer, this dish only takes 15 minutes...

Quick and Easy Rainbow Vegan Frittata

This rainbow veggie frittata has been my hyper-fixation lunch for a couple of weeks now.  It has earned its place not just because it’s nutritious and easy to make ( comes together...

Colorful Vegan Kimbap

Behold, Sushi’s pretty sister, kimbap! A favorite summer dish, kimbap is perfect for people who don’t like sushi because of the raw fish. It’s packed with veggies (traditionally cooked) but I like to...

Quick and Easy Smashed Chickpea Salad

Whether it’s over rice, in a sandwich, or in a nori roll, this quick and easy smashed chickpea salad is a lifesaver to keep in the fridge. Not only is it extremely versatile, but it’s also nourishing...

Persian Herb and Bean Noodle Soup (Ashe Reshte)

This comforting and nutritious Persian soup is the dish that reminds me of family and sanctuary. Ashe Reshte is filled with vibrant herbs, fried aromatics and spices, soft beans, and filling noodles...

Charred Eggplant and Pomegranate Chutney

This chutney tastes smokey, tangy, and refreshing. It could be enjoyed with mixed rice, salad dressings, as a dip, along with different proteins, and so much more! As you may have noticed, it’s...

Vegan Persian Green Bean Rice (Loobia Polo)

Loobia polo which literally translates to bean rice is anything but your average bean rice. This simplified plant-based version will save you time but still comforts you with every bite. From the...

Roasted Garlic and Miso Bean Spread

Move aside hummus, there’s a new girl in town! I might be biased because navy beans are my favorite beans but I can guarantee that this quick and easy 2-step roasted garlic and miso Bean spread will...

Spinach and Leek Bean Stew

This is one of those recipes that I could eat every single day, no exaggeration. If it weren’t for my sister/roommate, I probably would. But you don’t need to eat this every day to realize how good it...

Vegan Ragu Pasta

Whenever I need a comforting yet filling pasta dish, this recipe is my savior. I came up with it when I was in a rush but needed something satiating and comforting. The lentils steal the spotlight as...

Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Everybody thinks they have the best chocolate chip cookie recipe and I don’t blame them. Chocolate chip cookies are so persuasive. But if you still haven’t found your go-to recipe, this one’s for you...

No-Knead Focaccia With a Delicious Mediterranean Topping

Perfect for a large crowd, this delicious no-knead focaccia with its bright topping should definitely be on your dinner party menu. Now I know the chill time can be a little daunting, but that’s why...

Flavorful Turkish-inspired Bulgur Salad (Kısır)

This flavorsome salad is a staple in my house for all the right reasons. Not only is it a quick and easy summer favorite, but it’s also perfect for meal prepping, and large gatherings, because...

Creamy and Zesty Smoked Eggplant Pasta

This recipe comes from my love for baba ganoush (an eggplant and tahini-based middle eastern dip) and creamy pasta! What I love about this pasta dish is that it is incredibly creamy, yet it doesn’t...

Roasted Pepper Hummus With Crispy Scallions

I’ve made quite a lot of hummus and this Roasted kapia pepper hummus with a crispy scallion topping is the one I always come back to. It packs so much flavor thanks to the additional steps that truly...

Go-to Aromatic Chili Oil

Go-to Aromatic chili oil This chili oil can brighten up any dish. You can use it in marinades, salad dressings, over soup, stir fry, vegetables, sauces and so much more! Another great thing about this...