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Recipes using  basil
रेसिपी यूज़िंग बेसिल - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Recipes using basil in Hindi)
બેસિલઉપયોગ કરીને વાનગીઓ - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Recipes using basil in Gujarati)

Basil recipes | 397 Indian basil recipes, Tulsi recipes |

Basil recipe collection. Indian Basil recipes. Basil, or Tulsi, is an herb that is used for culinary purposes i.e. for cooking. Even though associated mostly with Italian or Mediterranean cuisines, it actually originated in India. Apart from these cuisines even Thai and Vietnamese cuisines use basil to flavor their food. In India, basil is also known as Tulsi.

Tulsi TeaTulsi Tea

Here, it is not only considered as a culinary herb but also a religious one and is extensively used due to its healthy properties as mentioned in the Ayurveda.

Basil in Indian Cooking

Even though tulsi as such is not used in daily Indian cooking, but due to its medicinal properties and the fresh flavor, it is used in various drinks and tea preparations. Our palate is accustomed to the pleasant taste of tulsi and a great way of having it is to have Tulsi Water or Tulsi Tea. Both these drinks have a fresh tulsi taste but are made slightly different – one by infusing and one by boiling. A hot Herbal tea is the perfect way to rejuvenate anyone who has a cold. The anti-viral properties of tulsi combined with fresh ginger is an age old Indian treatment for common cold.

 Fresh Herbal Tea, Tulsi, Mint and Ginger Drink Fresh Herbal Tea, Tulsi, Mint and Ginger Drink

Basil Recipes for snacks 

Basil provides freshness to any dish it is added to and also gives it that certain edge that makes it irresistible. The most basic snack that everyone knows is a Tomato and Basil Bruschetta! This winner combination, even though Italian, is now served at many restaurants due to its increasing popularity! You can experiment with toppings and make Ricotta Basil Crostini as well.

Ricotta and Basil CrostiniRicotta and Basil Crostini

Party snacks are those which are fun to look at and to eat. Cheesy Corn and Pesto Mini Pizza is the perfect party starter that way!

Pesto sauce is made with basil, nuts, olive oil and garlic and makes a great substitute for pizza sauce.

 Cheesy Corn and Pesto Mini Pizza Cheesy Corn and Pesto Mini Pizza

Healthy Basil Recipes

Basil can be used to jazz up so many healthy recipes. The sweetness of green peas is really complimented by the taste of basil in this Low Salt Green Pea and Basil Soup. This soup is healthy because it is fibrous and is really good for people with high blood pressure.

Low Salt Green Pea and Basil SoupLow Salt Green Pea and Basil Soup

Vegetable and Basil Soup is a medley of different vegetables where basil lends a very aesthetic vibe and a nice mouth feel.

 Vegetable and Basil Soup, Healthy Diabetic Recipe Vegetable and Basil Soup, Healthy Diabetic Recipe

Apart from soups where basil is grinded up and crushed, sometimes it is also used to dress salads and starters. Bean Sprouts and Cucumber Salad with Lemony Basil Dressing has a crunchy vegetables dressed with zesty lemon and fresh basil sauce which is complimented with bean sprouts.

The taste of basil leaves gets much more enhanced when torn into pieces. Adding these to a Walnut and Cherry Tomato Salad makes all the difference in the world, to the taste, texture and to the health quotient.

 Walnut and Cherry Tomato Salad  Walnut and Cherry Tomato Salad

International Basil Recipes

Most of us associate basil with Italian food and the first thing that comes to our mind is Pesto! Toss this sauce with some pasta of your choice, with a little cheese on top, you'll get Pesto Penne or pesto spaghetti or whichever your choice is.

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The basic Margherita pizza, which is representative of the Italian flag, utilizes basil to represent the green.

Pizza MargheritaPizza Margherita

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Even Thai food makes use of this wonder ingredient. Thai Green Kodri is a classic example of how basil, coconut and lemongrass come together to form a medley of flavors. Laksa Soup, a Malaysian delicacy, is a mix of coconut milk and vegetable broth with the garnish of fresh basil leaves.

Laksa SoupLaksa Soup

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Hope you liked this collection of vegetarian basil recipes, scroll down below for more.

  • Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 2 wraps make the best use of aromatic basil, tangy lemon juice, … More..

    Recipe# 4788

    23 March, 2010

    0

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  • Roll a la mediterranean! the specialty of this wrap is that it retains the original flavour of all … More..

    Recipe# 4845

    25 March, 2010

    0

    calories per serving

  • Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..

    Recipe# 5057

    30 April, 2010

    0

    calories per serving

  • Layers of delectably flavoured oven-baked paneer, neatly arranged with layers of tomatoes, basil and bread! make sure you … More..

    Recipe# 4996

    10 May, 2010

    353

    calories per serving

  • Farfalle (bow-shaped pasta) tossed in a tomato basil sauce makes a quick and delicious snack to kids. You … More..

    Recipe# 849

    25 October, 2010

    145

    calories per serving

  • This delicious olive, cheese and tomato topped bread is perfect for parties, buffets and makes a welcome appetizer. … More..

    Recipe# 860

    25 October, 2010

    109

    calories per serving

  • Try this hearty, tangy pasta for its fresh and delicious flavors. A thick sauce of tomato pulp, onions, … More..

    Recipe# 3966

    07 March, 2011

    467

    calories per serving

  • Today, pizzas are easily available at every restaurant and of course with any number of variations. Heres one … More..

    Recipe# 3223

    28 September, 2011

    223

    calories per serving

  • Tomatoes and Mozzarella Salad recipe | Caprese Salad  | tomatoes, olives Mozzarella Salad  | The Tomatoes and Mozzarella Salad, … More..

    Recipe# 510

    03 February, 2012

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  • A quick meal which can be made in jiffy for your family and guests! More..

    Recipe# 528

    07 February, 2012

    0

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  • A roomali roti wrap with a right balance of flavours arising from mushrooms, peanuts, chick peas, lemon grass … More..

    Recipe# 550

    06 March, 2012

    0

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  • Fried ladies finger and brinjal placed on spaghetti, topped with basil flavoured curd and pesto sauce. More..

    Recipe# 554

    09 March, 2012

    0

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  • Iron rich lettuce and celery teamed with crunchy apples to raise your haemoglobin levels. Being laced with a … More..

    Recipe# 5682

    03 September, 2012

    0

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  • A delicious pesto easy to make. More..

    Recipe# 4107

    17 September, 2012

    532

    calories per serving

  • A classic pasta recipe made with fusilli and cottage cheese, tossed along with garden fresh parsley and basil. … More..

    Recipe# 4099

    13 October, 2012

    0

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  • A simple yet delicious combination of stir-fried corn and zucchini with mint and basil leaves. More..

    Recipe# 4551

    17 October, 2012

    0

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  • Pesto is a traditional italian sauce prepared with olives, crushed pepper, basil leaves and olive oil. It combines … More..

    Recipe# 935

    27 February, 2013

    458

    calories per serving

  • Queen margheritas favourite recipe served in the colours of the italian flag-red tomatoes, green basil and white mozzarella. Original … More..

    Recipe# 2434

    12 April, 2013

    0

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  • A thin crust pizza topped with pesto and a colourful combination of fresh vegetables, cheese and then baked … More..

    Recipe# 3118

    31 May, 2013

    782

    calories per serving

  • A traditional, fiery-red thai curry simmered with assorted vegetables, this goes well with steamed rice. The basil leaves … More..

    Recipe# 5806

    28 June, 2013

    0

    calories per serving

  • Sliced french bread is topped with a freshly-made basil paste, chopped tomatoes, capsicum, zucchini, and cheese. Try using … More..

    Recipe# 3963

    21 August, 2013

    0

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  • Minestrone is probably known worldwide. Every region and every cook in italy has their own version and personal … More..

    Recipe# 3105

    24 August, 2013

    0

    calories per serving

  • A stylish summer salad made from ingredients representing the three colours of the italian flag - a sunny … More..

    Recipe# 3110

    27 August, 2013

    400

    calories per serving

  • Pep up multigrain bread with a tangy tomato spread and a healthy topping of spinach and sprouts. Kids … More..

    Recipe# 5945

    26 November, 2013

    0

    calories per serving

  • Tangy pineapple and juicy watermelon make a great combo! the success of this duo is further highlighted by … More..

    Recipe# 2025

    03 December, 2013

    275

    calories per serving

  • The distinctive taste and aroma of basil goes very well not just with veggie salads and wraps but … More..

    Recipe# 5975

    03 December, 2013

    19

    calories per serving

  • You may not have ingredients like mustard paste, foot long bread and coloured capsicum at hand, but with … More..

    Recipe# 5957

    15 January, 2014

    0

    calories per serving

  • An aromatic rice preparation steamed in a banana leaf. This is a perfect meal to go with all … More..

    Recipe# 678

    05 February, 2014

    0

    calories per serving

  • Black olive pesto sandwich,much favourite pesto made using walnuts is used as a spread to make this sandwich…walnut … More..

    Recipe# 5338

    06 February, 2014

    222

    calories per serving

  • Chock-full of antioxidants, eggplant is a great addition to your diet, but do you often wonder if there … More..

    Recipe# 511

    19 March, 2014

    235

    calories per serving

    0

    calories per serving

    Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 2 wraps make the best use of aromatic basil, tangy lemon juice, … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Roll a la mediterranean! the specialty of this wrap is that it retains the original flavour of all … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..

    353

    calories per serving

    Layers of delectably flavoured oven-baked paneer, neatly arranged with layers of tomatoes, basil and bread! make sure you … More..

    145

    calories per serving

    Farfalle (bow-shaped pasta) tossed in a tomato basil sauce makes a quick and delicious snack to kids. You … More..

    109

    calories per serving

    This delicious olive, cheese and tomato topped bread is perfect for parties, buffets and makes a welcome appetizer. … More..

    467

    calories per serving

    Try this hearty, tangy pasta for its fresh and delicious flavors. A thick sauce of tomato pulp, onions, … More..

    223

    calories per serving

    Today, pizzas are easily available at every restaurant and of course with any number of variations. Heres one … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Tomatoes and Mozzarella Salad recipe | Caprese Salad  | tomatoes, olives Mozzarella Salad  | The Tomatoes and Mozzarella Salad, … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    A quick meal which can be made in jiffy for your family and guests! More..

    0

    calories per serving

    A roomali roti wrap with a right balance of flavours arising from mushrooms, peanuts, chick peas, lemon grass … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Fried ladies finger and brinjal placed on spaghetti, topped with basil flavoured curd and pesto sauce. More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Iron rich lettuce and celery teamed with crunchy apples to raise your haemoglobin levels. Being laced with a … More..

    532

    calories per serving

    A delicious pesto easy to make. More..

    0

    calories per serving

    A classic pasta recipe made with fusilli and cottage cheese, tossed along with garden fresh parsley and basil. … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    A simple yet delicious combination of stir-fried corn and zucchini with mint and basil leaves. More..

    458

    calories per serving

    Pesto is a traditional italian sauce prepared with olives, crushed pepper, basil leaves and olive oil. It combines … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Queen margheritas favourite recipe served in the colours of the italian flag-red tomatoes, green basil and white mozzarella. Original … More..

    782

    calories per serving

    A thin crust pizza topped with pesto and a colourful combination of fresh vegetables, cheese and then baked … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    A traditional, fiery-red thai curry simmered with assorted vegetables, this goes well with steamed rice. The basil leaves … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Sliced french bread is topped with a freshly-made basil paste, chopped tomatoes, capsicum, zucchini, and cheese. Try using … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Minestrone is probably known worldwide. Every region and every cook in italy has their own version and personal … More..

    400

    calories per serving

    A stylish summer salad made from ingredients representing the three colours of the italian flag - a sunny … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Pep up multigrain bread with a tangy tomato spread and a healthy topping of spinach and sprouts. Kids … More..

    275

    calories per serving

    Tangy pineapple and juicy watermelon make a great combo! the success of this duo is further highlighted by … More..

    19

    calories per serving

    The distinctive taste and aroma of basil goes very well not just with veggie salads and wraps but … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    You may not have ingredients like mustard paste, foot long bread and coloured capsicum at hand, but with … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    An aromatic rice preparation steamed in a banana leaf. This is a perfect meal to go with all … More..

    222

    calories per serving

    Black olive pesto sandwich,much favourite pesto made using walnuts is used as a spread to make this sandwich…walnut … More..

    235

    calories per serving

    Chock-full of antioxidants, eggplant is a great addition to your diet, but do you often wonder if there … More..

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