Gaajaraachi Koshimbir (Carrot Salad In Maharashtrian Style)

My daughter was 3 and hooked to Disney Movies, especially those which had Princesses as prominent charecters, Ariel from The Little Mermaid and Belle from Beauty and The Beast were her hot favourites. So of course, she tried to copy their dialogues, their looks and generally idolised them. This might not sound very politically correct in today's times, but am talking of nearly 18 years ago and man, she really worshipped those animated divas on the screen! So, while I used to struggle to get nutritious, wholesome meals down her tummy at every meal, I hit upon the idea of telling her that if she ate beetroot, she would get red, rosy cheeks like all those cartoon Princesses she loved so much, and to my sheer joy and wonder, this beetroot salad is something she developed a fondness for and I did not have to then make any effort to get her to finish that portion of the meal from her plate, ever! She has long since outgrown her Disney fixation, she now has real, strong and motivating women as her role models, but continues to never ever say no to beetroot till this day :) That's the story behind the name for this simple, healthy salad !

This is a twist on carrot salad. I needed something a bit different and began experimenting with other ingredients. When left to marinate the flavors marry perfectly!

Healthy carrot and corn salad with tangy dressing

Very cooling and dehydrating salads

Boiled beetroots and fresh tomatoes are cut in small cubes and mixed with watercress. A pleasure to the eyes!

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#nofireKosambari is a typical South Indian Salad made from pulses (split legumes) which is called Moong Lentil. In Marathi, all salads are collectively called koshmbir.This salad is eaten as snacks but usually as a part of a full course meal.Kosambari is distributed during festivals and on special occasions. It is distributed to masses during Ganesha Chaturthi and Sri Rama Navami.During Varamahalakshmi and Gowri festivals, women invite each other and exchange Kosambari along with turmeric and vermilion to celebrate divinity in the feminine.Kosambari' contains a number of veggies that are high in fiber content, so they can stimulate the production of healthy digestive juices.Kosambari is known to be one of the best natural remedies for constipation, as the fiber content in it can flush out the accumulated waste from the intestines.The pulses present in ‘Kosambari' are rich in protein content, which enable better muscle growth.south Indians, eat this salad as it is or with hot steamed rice. however, I recommend you to try this for having in morning breakfast or evening snacks.Furthermore, this salad is so attractive, that you can pack to your kid's lunch box as well. Let's prepare it.

#sesamepeanutHere comes the healthy, yummy and some light options. Get bored of simple salads. Though salads are full of nutrients.Here veggies are frozen , you can have partially cooked and with peanuts it will enhance the flavor and give a good crunchy flavor.

This is a simple variation of a nam chim (Thai dipping sauce), which usually uses coconut sugar, fish sauce, manao (a Thai citrus fruit) juice and red chili peppers. I think the addition of honey and Tabasco makes the flavor more complex. The carrot tastes gentler when it's briefly stir-fried rather than left raw.Red onions don't need to be soaked in water since they don't taste that harsh; just mix them with the stir fried carrots at Step 4. Stir fry the carrots to your desired doneness. The sauce or dressing will be more fragrant if you use citrus fruits in season instead of lemon juice. For 2 servings. Recipe by gingamom

Not 17 anymore, but still dealing with those random pimples! So, I’m trying to get more veggies in, and this Asian-style carrot salad has become my go-to. It’s absolutely delicious! It feels so soothing to shave the carrots, and carrots are packed with vitamins for your skin and eyes. They help keep your digestion smooth and might even help balance hormones. For this recipe, I chop the middle part of the carrot to use for fried rice (waste not, want not!). Then, I mix up a quick dressing with soy sauce, vinegar, lime juice, garlic, sesame seeds, scallions, and a little chili oil if I want it spicy. Toss it all together, and you’ve got a salad that’s easy, tasty, and good for you! Plus, you can store it in the fridge for up to a week. Enjoy!

This is a classic basic chicken salad. The chicken is the feature. It’s roasted chicken to a perfect moist juicy start and then just some seasoning and mayonaise for really flavorful chicken salad. I served it here in pita bread but it's great in a salad or on toasted bread or a soft roll.

This simple salad is made of tahina paste, flavored with garlic, cumin and parsley. Serve with Arabic bread.

This refreshing salad made with fried pita or Lavash bread and freshly chopped herbs. In this salad ingredients cut or chop into large pieces. Using ground sumac and lemon juice and their combination with fried bread and chopped herbs create fresh, rich and tasty salad.

This salad is Best Combination with Kabab, Barbeque or any type of dishes. In this salad onions are little spicy and tangy.Recipe link - youtu.be/iDupmyXFpAc

I was asked to make a dish that was quick to make during the hot summer days and that would increase the appetite. The flavorful pure sesame oil use in the dressing really brings out the flavor of the other ingredients. Since this dressing goes well with various ingredients, you can use it on salad daily.Silken tofu will fall apart too easily, so I recommend using firm tofu. You can use the microwave to remove the moisture if you don't have time. In that case, wrap the tofu in a paper towel and microwave for 1-2 minutes. It will taste even better if you blanch the tomatoes to remove the skin. Recipe by Kadoya-seiyu

I love radishes. Happy to eat them raw but they are also good roasted! They become a little sweeter. And are beautiful alongside some carrots and fennel on some rocket or baby leaves.The dukkah is a great addition - sesame seeds work brilliantly too.

For this salad, I use European or Persian cucumbers because they look nicer, have almost no seeds, and have very thin skin. You can use thick-skinned cucumbers, but you'll need to peel them or leave strips and remove the seeds if you don't like them.

One salad that I ate at a restaurant had peeled cucumbers in it and it was very delicious, so I tried to copy it. I made Korean-style dressing and mixed it with the salad.The key is to peel the skin off the cucumbers. Recipe by Funakoko

I love how all the colors and flavors come together in this salad.

This salad is indispensable for me along with the potato salad whenever I prepare stuffed tomatoes and deviled eggs.But it is also an excellent combination with any kind of meat.

This Asian Style Salad with Tofu is extremely healthy and delicious. The flavours of all the vegetables with a hint of soya sauce, garlic and dates syrup and the interesting texture and taste of tofu makes this salad truly unique and delectable. It is quick, easy to make and can be enjoyed by anyone and at any time of the day. If you think healthy food doesn’t taste good, this salad will make you think again!

#green veggies This is unique and healthy salad and side dish. It is extremely easy to make and it is very delicious as well. The combination of the spring onion, and various spices with lemon juice is a perfect one which makes lip-smacking salad!

If you don't like the sharpness/spiciness of radishes all that much, then this recipe is great. By making the dressing with creme fraiche or sour cream, you get a mild, creamy yet refreshing salad :) This is a German recipe my mom and dad told me about so we remade with our garden radishes. Adjust the amount of vinegar, sugar and cream to taste.Try mixing in other herbs besides dill or a some sliced apple. Some German recipes will add 1-2 Tbsp of horseradish too but I'm not a fan.

Let's cut some carbs and become more strong with my so quick yumm healthful protein full of energy salad. #mommasrecipes #madethis

You can eat a lot of vegetables with this dressing. It's my family's favorite.The key to making a delicious salad is to squeeze the excess water out from the vegetable completely. Please mix in the dressing right before eating. Recipe by Heartful Kitchen Rei

This papaya salad is a fresh, flavorful dish that comes together in minutes. It’s a simple, approachable take but still has the authentic taste.

This is a delicious pickled salad. It is very spicy can be served with Sushi, Fish, Chicken, Meat or vegeterian dishes. Very refreshing and healthy. Serve it with Naan Bread, Chapati, Roti wraps or Paratha wraps.

Born and raised in India, I was used to eating hot Dahl soups despite the warm weather for the better part of the year. I haven't been to a household in India where Dahl isn't cooked at least once a day.Living in France made me discover a brand new way of cooking lentils. I was sceptical about it for a long time, but it made it's way to my heart.The sun in Europe inspired me to create my own salad but with at least one warm ingredient: the crunchy baked potato! And I call it My Favorite Spring Salad.