Urvashee Patel

Urvashee Patel

Vegetarian Fanatic

I'm a mom, wife, former high school science teacher, and the writer and photographer behind "Dessarts" a blog focusing on the art of dessert. In recent years, my husband and I have become more focused on healthy eating. Yes, sometimes it's hard to love dessert and be a health nut at the same time. I justify eating my sweets by making sure I cook a healthy dinner for my family everyday. As a vegetarian, I used to find it difficult to make a good meal without cheese or pasta. I'm happy to say that a healthier approach has made us more adventurous. Vegetarian food can be packed with nutrients and taste delicious too.

Urvashee's Recent Posts

Fennel Orange Salad Recipe

Fennel Orange Salad Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Winter
This Fennel Orange Salad is sweet, crunchy and full of flavor. Orange and mint come together with fennel to make this vibrant winter salad.
Roasted Beet and Carrot Quinoa Salad Recipe

Roasted Beet and Carrot Quinoa Salad Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Quinoa Salads
This festive colorful Roasted Beet and Carrot Quinoa Salad is perfect for fall and winter. Quinoa, roasted beets and carrots, spinach and goat cheese are topped with a delicious cranberry dressing.
Tamarind Date Chutney Recipe

Tamarind Date Chutney Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Spicy
Tamarind Date Chutney is a sweet and sour sauce that’s perfect for dipping or drizzling. Use it on samosas, pakoras, paneer tikka and all your favorite Indian street foods.
Ragda Recipe

Ragda Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Pressure Cooker
Ragda is a spicy green pea curry used in many chaat dishes. This Instant Pot version makes it so easy. Homemade Mumbai street food can’t get better than this!
Lentil Burger Recipe

Lentil Burger Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Burgers
This Lentil Burger recipe will become your new vegetarian favorite. All the flavors of the Mediterranean in one amazing burger!
Kung Pao Cauliflower Recipe

Kung Pao Cauliflower Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Spicy
Looking for a tasty bite with some spice? Tickle your taste buds with this sweet, sour, garlicky, spicy Kung Pao Cauliflower.
Spring Vegetable Quiche Recipe

Spring Vegetable Quiche Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Quiche
Asparagus, leeks and and peas make this the perfect spring vegetable quiche. This vegetarian quiche is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Italian Farro Salad Recipe

Italian Farro Salad Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Farro
Italian farro salad is packed full of nutrients and colorful veggies. It makes a delicious side dish or lunch bowl.
Sofritas Recipe

Sofritas Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Sauteed
Make your own homemade sofritas! These spicy tofu crumbles are the perfect vegan addition to fill your tacos, quesadillas, burritos and more.
Instant Pot Pav Bhaji Recipe

Instant Pot Pav Bhaji Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Pressure Cooker
Love trying exotic street food? Pav bhaji is a popular Indian street food made of spicy mashed vegetables served with hot buttery bread. Make it in your Instant Pot for an easy tasty meal.
Easy Vegan Queso Recipe

Easy Vegan Queso Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Cashews
This easy vegan queso is just as tasty as the real thing and comes together in just 5 minutes. It’s perfect as a dip or for drizzling over tacos, nachos, burritos and more!
Pear and Goat Cheese Tart Recipe

Pear and Goat Cheese Tart Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Tarts
This savory pear and goat cheese tart can be made in no time at all. Perfect for when you need a quick appetizer dish.
Grilled Halloumi Strawberry Salad Recipe

Grilled Halloumi Strawberry Salad Recipe

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Salads
Vegetarian grilling options don’t have to stop at veggie burgers. This grilled halloumi strawberry salad makes the perfect vegetarian summer side dish.
Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower

Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Side Dishes
Turmeric and spices turn your plain cauliflower into a vibrant side dish or snack. Deliver delicious turmeric roasted cauliflower to your table with this easy recipe.
Instant Pot Dal Dhokli

Instant Pot Dal Dhokli

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Instant Pot
This easy Instant Pot Dal Dhokli recipe can be ready for you in a snap. Store bought noodles make this sweet and spicy traditional Indian lentil stew easier than ever.
Fresh Tomato Pizza Sauce

Fresh Tomato Pizza Sauce

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Tomatoes
Homemade fresh tomato pizza sauce is made with simple ingredients but has all the full flavor. You’ll feel so good after trying this that you won’t ever go back to sauce in a jar.
Cucumber and Mint Cilantro Chutney Tea Sandwiches

Cucumber and Mint Cilantro Chutney Tea Sandwiches

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Indian
Tea sandwiches are perfect for luncheons, tea time or any snack time. These creamy crunchy cucumber and mint cilantro chutney sandwiches are an irresistible Indian twist on traditional English cucumber tea sandwiches.
Spinach and Tofu Stuffed Shells

Spinach and Tofu Stuffed Shells

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Spinach
These spinach and tofu stuffed shells are healthier alternative to traditional stuffed shells. It’s perfect for your next meatless Monday too.
Tofu Vegetable Lo Mein

Tofu Vegetable Lo Mein

Urvashee Patel
Urvashee Patel
Dessarts
Vegetarian
Tofu Vegetable Lo Mein is quick and tasty! It’s loaded with colorful vegetables and a spicy Sriracha kick. Simple enough for any weeknight dinner.