Foodie's Nest

This creamy red lentil curry is flavored with coconut milk and red curry paste and finished with a bright cilantro chutney. It’s a cozy, plant-based weeknight dinner! Some recipes earn their spot in the rotation the very first time you make them. That’s what happened with this red lentil curry! I created this curry for my first cookbook, Pretty Simple Cooking and it quickly became a reader favorite. So, I decided to add a version of it on this website, with a few tweaks from testing it over time! The lentils are all about cozy creaminess, simmered with coconut milk, tomatoes, and a spoonful of red curry paste. But then you add the cilantro chutney: tangy, bright, a little sweet from golden raisins — and it’s truly magic (I’m not sure how else to describe it!) It’s become one of my top plant based recipes and vegan dinner recipes to recommend when people need dinnertime inspiration. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Incredible flavor: The tangy cilantro chutney balances the r...

This fresh, crunchy quinoa salad has fluffy grains, colorful veggies, and a tangy Dijon vinaigrette! It’s easy to make and great for meal prep and simple lunches. Here’s a salad I could eat every day that’s fresh, delicious and ultra versatile: my deli-style quinoa salad! There are loads of ways to make a salad with this fluffy grain and after experimenting for years, I’ve found the one . This recipe is delightfully refreshing, a jumble of crunchy, colorful veggies, fluffy quinoa grains, and a zingy Dijon mustard vinaigrette. I bring it to potlucks, pack it for lunches, serve it as a side dish at dinner, and toss it into grain bowls . If you’ve been searching for the best quinoa salad recipe that actually delivers on flavor, you’re in the right place! Why You’ll Love This Recipe Delicious textures and flavors: Fluffy quinoa, crunchy veggies, and a bright and tangy salad dressing: it’s so tasty! Make-ahead friendly : This quinoa salad holds up well over time: it’s one o...

These Valentine’s Day cocktails and drinks feature shades of pink and red and festive flavors of chocolate, raspberry, and strawberry. Find the perfect romantic cocktail or Galentine’s Day drink! Nothing says “I love you” quite like a good Valentine’s Day cocktail! I’ve tested many over the years, and I’ve found that the best drinks are either fruity with berries or citrus, rich with chocolate and cream, or bubbly with champagne. Here are my favorites in each category, including both classic cocktails and fruity spins with flavors like raspberry, pomegranate, strawberry, blood orange, and more. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re making a romantic dinner or hosting a Galentine’s Day party for friends. My favorite is probably that Raspberry Martini, but a good Espresso Martini also says Vday to me! 25 Valentine’s Day Cocktails and Drinks Raspberry Martini This fun red cocktail has a vibrant color and pure berry flavor thanks to homemade raspbe...