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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Recipe# 2962
25 April, 2014
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Recipe# 2959
26 April, 2014
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Cubes of tomato and cottage cheese marinated in herb oil and topped on crusty french bread. Quick as … More..
Recipe# 2952
05 May, 2014
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Vitamin C rich veggies like lettuce, capsicum,tomatoes and cucumber tossed together with an Italian basil dressing. But dress … More..
Recipe# 3592
29 May, 2014
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Salads are ambrosia to health-conscious folks, as they offer variety in texture, flavour and colour without any worrisome … More..
Recipe# 3778
21 June, 2014
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Recipe# 4834
24 June, 2014
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Recipe# 4841
25 June, 2014
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Recipe# 3140
02 July, 2014
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Risotto is a classic Italian preparation of rice simmered with cheese, milk, cream and pepper. In this sumptuous … More..
Recipe# 5818
14 August, 2014
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With unmistakable shades of Italian cooking, the Broccoli and Basil Rice is a comforting rice preparation with crunchy … More..
Recipe# 6060
14 August, 2014
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A colourful rice preparation with a refreshing flavour, the Thai Green Rice has strong hints of lemon grass … More..
Recipe# 5866
22 August, 2014
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Flavour, aroma, texture, the Herb Rice with Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Sauce has it all! Tauntingly aromatic herb … More..
Recipe# 3882
15 September, 2014
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A delicious salad of cooked shell pasta and soft, succulent paneer cubes dressed in a mixture of walnuts, … More..
Recipe# 2451
21 November, 2014
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Potatoes, stuffed with an exotic herbed mixture of spaghetti, sun-dried tomatoes and capsicum, are topped with cheese and … More..
Recipe# 6116
21 November, 2014
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Crunchy sweet corn and mellow baby corn both feature together in this tantalizing Basil Corn Fusilli, which as … More..
Recipe# 3931
25 November, 2014
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Risotto is a traditional continental preparation of rice and cheese. It is a soft dish, somewhat similar to … More..
Recipe# 6114
01 December, 2014
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Paneer-Sundried Tomato Bruschetta | Mediterranean Paneer Toast | Sun-dried Tomato, Paneer and Basil Spread On Toast | This Sun-dried … More..
Recipe# 6130
27 December, 2014
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Soft, crumbly paneer and crisp capsicum are perfectly complementary in texture, colour and flavour. Understandably, they are the … More..
Recipe# 6139
29 December, 2014
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Tiny bite-sized pizzas any one? Well, that is what the Cheesy Corn Tarts with Caramelised Onions will seem … More..
Recipe# 1489
16 January, 2015
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An exquisite preparation of potatoes stuffed with sharply flavoured jalapenos, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic basil, floated in … More..
Recipe# 6149
11 February, 2015
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The Penne Salad in Basil Dressing is a true tongue-tickler. Tangy sun-dried tomatoes and crunchy walnuts decorate cooked … More..
Recipe# 556
30 March, 2015
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Pizza in a jiffy, anyone? When your kids turn up from school and want to have pizza, and … More..
Recipe# 854
08 April, 2015
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Creamy low-fat curds pair remarkably well with the assertive flavours of basil, pepper, salt and lemon rind. This … More..
Recipe# 427
03 June, 2015
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Lettuce, corn and tomatoes are a great combination for a salad. Basil lends a very unique aroma and … More..
Recipe# 768
29 June, 2015
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Sugo allarrabbiata is a spicy Italian pasta sauce usually made with garlic, tomatoes and red chili peppers cooked … More..
Recipe# 5871
10 July, 2015
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A quick and easy Pizza that you can put into the Oven minutes after you get back from … More..
Recipe# 2448
03 September, 2015
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Revel in the charm of this satiating soup, with the soothing flavour of basil! The mild sweetness of … More..
Recipe# 1232
27 October, 2015
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Simply mouth-watering, that’s what this creation is! So tasty that you can’t believe it takes just minutes to … More..
Recipe# 529
26 November, 2015
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Small is beautiful! That’s so true of these splendid mini Pizzas , which are brimming with taste and … More..
Recipe# 3849
01 January, 2016
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This Italian favourite is a great any-time snack. Basil and tomatoes add subtle flavour and texture to this … More..
Recipe# 4275
09 January, 2016
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Cheesy Corn and Pesto Mini Pizza recipe | Indian style Mini Corn and Pesto Pizza | Corn and … More..
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Cherry tomatoes are a fit addition to any salad or sandwich. In this interesting presentation, it combines with … More..
calories per serving
Cubes of tomato and cottage cheese marinated in herb oil and topped on crusty french bread. Quick as … More..
calories per serving
Vitamin C rich veggies like lettuce, capsicum,tomatoes and cucumber tossed together with an Italian basil dressing. But dress … More..
calories per serving
Salads are ambrosia to health-conscious folks, as they offer variety in texture, flavour and colour without any worrisome … More..
calories per serving
I’ve brought together many authentic thai recipes in this wrap, which is truly wonderful due to right balance … More..
calories per serving
Find heaven in italy, and bring it back to your kitchen! this italian-style wrap is prepared from exotic … More..
calories per serving
Fusilli is a short twisted pasta from southern Italy usually served with a spicy tomato sauce. Originating from … More..
calories per serving
Risotto is a classic Italian preparation of rice simmered with cheese, milk, cream and pepper. In this sumptuous … More..
calories per serving
With unmistakable shades of Italian cooking, the Broccoli and Basil Rice is a comforting rice preparation with crunchy … More..
calories per serving
A colourful rice preparation with a refreshing flavour, the Thai Green Rice has strong hints of lemon grass … More..
calories per serving
Flavour, aroma, texture, the Herb Rice with Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Sauce has it all! Tauntingly aromatic herb … More..
calories per serving
A delicious salad of cooked shell pasta and soft, succulent paneer cubes dressed in a mixture of walnuts, … More..
calories per serving
Potatoes, stuffed with an exotic herbed mixture of spaghetti, sun-dried tomatoes and capsicum, are topped with cheese and … More..
calories per serving
Crunchy sweet corn and mellow baby corn both feature together in this tantalizing Basil Corn Fusilli, which as … More..
calories per serving
Risotto is a traditional continental preparation of rice and cheese. It is a soft dish, somewhat similar to … More..
calories per serving
Paneer-Sundried Tomato Bruschetta | Mediterranean Paneer Toast | Sun-dried Tomato, Paneer and Basil Spread On Toast | This Sun-dried … More..
calories per serving
Soft, crumbly paneer and crisp capsicum are perfectly complementary in texture, colour and flavour. Understandably, they are the … More..
calories per serving
Tiny bite-sized pizzas any one? Well, that is what the Cheesy Corn Tarts with Caramelised Onions will seem … More..
calories per serving
An exquisite preparation of potatoes stuffed with sharply flavoured jalapenos, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic basil, floated in … More..
calories per serving
The Penne Salad in Basil Dressing is a true tongue-tickler. Tangy sun-dried tomatoes and crunchy walnuts decorate cooked … More..
calories per serving
Pizza in a jiffy, anyone? When your kids turn up from school and want to have pizza, and … More..
calories per serving
Creamy low-fat curds pair remarkably well with the assertive flavours of basil, pepper, salt and lemon rind. This … More..
calories per serving
Lettuce, corn and tomatoes are a great combination for a salad. Basil lends a very unique aroma and … More..
calories per serving
Sugo allarrabbiata is a spicy Italian pasta sauce usually made with garlic, tomatoes and red chili peppers cooked … More..
calories per serving
A quick and easy Pizza that you can put into the Oven minutes after you get back from … More..
calories per serving
Revel in the charm of this satiating soup, with the soothing flavour of basil! The mild sweetness of … More..
calories per serving
Simply mouth-watering, that’s what this creation is! So tasty that you can’t believe it takes just minutes to … More..
calories per serving
Small is beautiful! That’s so true of these splendid mini Pizzas , which are brimming with taste and … More..
calories per serving
This Italian favourite is a great any-time snack. Basil and tomatoes add subtle flavour and texture to this … More..
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