Masala Papad | 5mins Appetizer Recipe

Masala Papad is a very easy yet delicious fat-free snack and a great appetizer. When I think of Accompaniments served in Restaurants, this was the first one which flashed in my mind. Toasted Papad is topped with veggies and a dash of Chaat Masala and lemon juice which can be enjoyed anytime without any guilt. Though the Papad can either be fried or toasted on direct flame or Microwave, I always choose the latter option so as to keep it healthy. Pile on a lots of your favourite veggies and there you are with a filling snack within a couple of munites. Try this and you will enjoy for sure!  

Preparation time : 10mins

Toasting time - 1min per Papad

Thai Cucumber Salad | Quick Salad Recipes

This week, for Blogging Marathon, my theme is 'Restaurant Accompaniments' which are supposed to be the dishes which are served as complimentary ones at Restaurants while we wait for our ordered dishes to be served. But, most often than not, there is no such Complimentary stuff and whatever we order, we are being charged. However, as a rare occurrence, this Thai Cucumber Salad was served to us at a Vegan Thai Restaurant here in SG. It is a refreshing Salad with cool and crunchy Cucumber and aromatic Coriander leaves tossed in a tangy dressing and served the purpose of a great Appetizer. From then, this Salad became a part of our regular menu. Though the salad was a bit fiery due to Thai Chilli, my kids loved the crunchy peanut bits and the overall flavour of the Salad. When making at home, I minimize chilli and also, as we don't like raw garlic flavour, I usually omit that. This salad can be packed for kids as well as adults for a nourishing mid-day snack. It stays so well. Off to the recipe now. 

Preparation time - 5mins

Serves - 2