176 basil recipes
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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 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
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 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
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 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
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
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 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 Soup
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Hope you liked this collection of vegetarian basil recipes, scroll down below for more.
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Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 2 wraps make the best use of aromatic basil, tangy lemon juice, … More..
Recipe# 4788
23 March, 2010
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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
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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
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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
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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
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This delicious olive, cheese and tomato topped bread is perfect for parties, buffets and makes a welcome appetizer. … More..
Recipe# 860
25 October, 2010
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Try this hearty, tangy pasta for its fresh and delicious flavors. A thick sauce of tomato pulp, onions, … More..
Recipe# 3966
07 March, 2011
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Today, pizzas are easily available at every restaurant and of course with any number of variations. Heres one … More..
Recipe# 3223
28 September, 2011
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Recipe# 4107
17 September, 2012
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A classic pasta recipe made with fusilli and cottage cheese, tossed along with garden fresh parsley and basil. … More..
Recipe# 4099
13 October, 2012
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A stylish summer salad made from ingredients representing the three colours of the italian flag - a sunny … More..
Recipe# 3110
27 August, 2013
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Pep up multigrain bread with a tangy tomato spread and a healthy topping of spinach and sprouts. Kids … More..
Recipe# 5945
26 November, 2013
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Tangy pineapple and juicy watermelon make a great combo! the success of this duo is further highlighted by … More..
Recipe# 2025
03 December, 2013
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The distinctive taste and aroma of basil goes very well not just with veggie salads and wraps but … More..
Recipe# 5975
03 December, 2013
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You may not have ingredients like mustard paste, foot long bread and coloured capsicum at hand, but with … More..
Recipe# 5957
15 January, 2014
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An aromatic rice preparation steamed in a banana leaf. This is a perfect meal to go with all … More..
Recipe# 678
05 February, 2014
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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
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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
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Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 2 wraps make the best use of aromatic basil, tangy lemon juice, … More..
calories per serving
Roll a la mediterranean! the specialty of this wrap is that it retains the original flavour of all … More..
calories per serving
Hariyali chanki, green as its name suggests, this non-fried snack combines seven green veggies with four different flours. … More..
calories per serving
Layers of delectably flavoured oven-baked paneer, neatly arranged with layers of tomatoes, basil and bread! make sure you … More..
calories per serving
Farfalle (bow-shaped pasta) tossed in a tomato basil sauce makes a quick and delicious snack to kids. You … More..
calories per serving
This delicious olive, cheese and tomato topped bread is perfect for parties, buffets and makes a welcome appetizer. … More..
calories per serving
Try this hearty, tangy pasta for its fresh and delicious flavors. A thick sauce of tomato pulp, onions, … More..
calories per serving
Today, pizzas are easily available at every restaurant and of course with any number of variations. Heres one … More..
calories per serving
Tomatoes and Mozzarella Salad recipe | Caprese Salad | tomatoes, olives Mozzarella Salad | The Tomatoes and Mozzarella Salad, … More..
calories per serving
A roomali roti wrap with a right balance of flavours arising from mushrooms, peanuts, chick peas, lemon grass … More..
calories per serving
Fried ladies finger and brinjal placed on spaghetti, topped with basil flavoured curd and pesto sauce. More..
calories per serving
Iron rich lettuce and celery teamed with crunchy apples to raise your haemoglobin levels. Being laced with a … More..
calories per serving
A classic pasta recipe made with fusilli and cottage cheese, tossed along with garden fresh parsley and basil. … More..
calories per serving
A simple yet delicious combination of stir-fried corn and zucchini with mint and basil leaves. More..
calories per serving
Pesto is a traditional italian sauce prepared with olives, crushed pepper, basil leaves and olive oil. It combines … More..
calories per serving
Queen margheritas favourite recipe served in the colours of the italian flag-red tomatoes, green basil and white mozzarella. Original … More..
calories per serving
A thin crust pizza topped with pesto and a colourful combination of fresh vegetables, cheese and then baked … More..
calories per serving
A traditional, fiery-red thai curry simmered with assorted vegetables, this goes well with steamed rice. The basil leaves … More..
calories per serving
Sliced french bread is topped with a freshly-made basil paste, chopped tomatoes, capsicum, zucchini, and cheese. Try using … More..
calories per serving
Minestrone is probably known worldwide. Every region and every cook in italy has their own version and personal … More..
calories per serving
A stylish summer salad made from ingredients representing the three colours of the italian flag - a sunny … More..
calories per serving
Pep up multigrain bread with a tangy tomato spread and a healthy topping of spinach and sprouts. Kids … More..
calories per serving
Tangy pineapple and juicy watermelon make a great combo! the success of this duo is further highlighted by … More..
calories per serving
The distinctive taste and aroma of basil goes very well not just with veggie salads and wraps but … More..
calories per serving
You may not have ingredients like mustard paste, foot long bread and coloured capsicum at hand, but with … More..
calories per serving
An aromatic rice preparation steamed in a banana leaf. This is a perfect meal to go with all … More..
calories per serving
Black olive pesto sandwich,much favourite pesto made using walnuts is used as a spread to make this sandwich…walnut … More..
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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