grand mother’s healthy vegetarian home recipe

Here is a collection of healthy and delicious vegetarian recipes that have been passed down through generations. These recipes are perfect for those who are looking for wholesome, plant-based meals that are easy to prepare and full of flavor.

1. Lentil Soup Ingredients:
2. 1 cup green lentils
3. 2 large carrots, chopped
4. 2 stalks celery, chopped
5. 1 large onion, chopped
6. 4 cloves garlic, minced
7. 2 tbsp olive oil
8. 4 cups vegetable broth
9. 2 cups water
10. Salt and pepper to taste
11. Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Rinse the lentils and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, water, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
6. Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Salad Ingredients:
7. 1 cup quinoa
8. 2 bell peppers, sliced
9. 1 large zucchini, sliced
10. 1 large eggplant, sliced
11. 2 tbsp olive oil
12. Salt and pepper to taste
13. 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
14. 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rinse the quinoa and cook according to the package instructions.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer the vegetables to a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned.
5. In a large serving bowl, mix together the cooked quinoa, roasted vegetables, balsamic vinegar, and basil. Serve warm or at room temperature.
6. Chickpea and Spinach Curry Ingredients:
7. 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
8. 1 large onion, chopped
9. 2 cloves garlic, minced
10. 1 tbsp ginger, grated
11. 1 tbsp curry powder
12. 1 cup tomato puree
13. 2 cups spinach
14. Salt and pepper to taste
15. Yogurt for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.

Add the curry powder and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Add the chickpeas, tomato puree, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Bring the curry to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the flavors have melded together.

Stir in the spinach and cook until it is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with yogurt.

Enjoy these tasty and healthy vegetarian recipes!