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  • @PickUpLimes
    @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +3263

    📲 Our Pick Up Limes app is finally here (1-week free trial!): bit.ly/PUL_app 🎉
    Thinking of turning these videos into a little series 🤔😏 Whaddyathink? If you have any recipe requests for meals on a budget, pop them below! 👇 As with last time, prices indicated are per serving, and each recipe makes 4 servings. Happy cooking!

    • @ritamakundu6686
      @ritamakundu6686 4 года назад +1

      1st comment..❤️❤️

    • @zara1079
      @zara1079 4 года назад +6

      Happy to see you ♥️

    • @user-yt2ue8ez9u
      @user-yt2ue8ez9u 4 года назад +59

      Yess you should. Many students have debts and we want a delicious cheap meal. Keep what you are doing we stan

    • @zita0604
      @zita0604 4 года назад +2

      Hummus😍Can’t wait to try!

    • @jgaur6422
      @jgaur6422 4 года назад +32

      Yes that would be nice... also some quick and healthy recipes!! Most people are working from home and juggling between work and chores and kids... so some quick recipies that are healthy and quick would be great to go to!!

  • @christinaoldham6614
    @christinaoldham6614 4 года назад +230

    We're not vegans, but love your channel. It inspires us to heat more plant-based and healthier without giving up flavor. Your videos are wonderful, Sadia, upbeat and non-judgmental. Such a calming pleasure to watch during these unsettled times. And yes, I'd personally love this as a series!

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +18

      So very much appreciated, Christina, thank you!

  • @gracemosier8163
    @gracemosier8163 4 года назад +824

    Just made the green pasta for dinner-super yummy! Great with a sprinkling of Follow Your Heart Parmesan on top, too. :)
    Some notes for people who are wanting to make this dish:
    -Using fresh spinach instead of frozen which works great (I chopped it up a lil bit then pressed into measuring cup to get similar amount.. and then some more because I love spinach!)
    -If you want to use fresh herbs instead of dried, use 1 1/2 -3 times more than the dried amount
    -Coconut milk worked great! Didn’t give much of a coconut taste at all. So really, don’t worry about the cream if you don’t have it!
    -I didn’t have any lemon so I used a very ripe lime instead.
    Again, it was great! Super interesting flavor that my family loved.
    It’s probable that no one will see this comment haha, but I just thought I’d share my experience with it because I’ve always found comments like this helpful. :) Thank you Sadia for these lovely dishes!! Gonna try the pizza next!🥰

    • @laurahuang7563
      @laurahuang7563 4 года назад +25

      Thank you so much for the tips grace! I saw your comment, and I'm not no one!

    • @JourneeInJanuary
      @JourneeInJanuary 4 года назад +4

      Thank you for posting your review

    • @Bee-dp3st
      @Bee-dp3st 4 года назад +6

      Thanks for the tips 🙏😘

    • @bealeduc5815
      @bealeduc5815 4 года назад +3

      Niice Thank youu ! I just made the pasta too and it was a delight! The fresh lemon juice touch at the end is very important to make the pastas so delicious to its full potential... creamy and comforting. Zesty with the lemony 🍋 We could also add some cashew cream to the sauce Mmmm so delight! 🙏🏼✨

    • @gunznin
      @gunznin 4 года назад +4

      Who says nobody reads comments ! Yours provided good suggestions, thank you !

  • @journeywithrosie
    @journeywithrosie 4 года назад +564

    This channel encourages me to be healthier on one end, and on the under end makes me sad for not being where I want to be. Just have to keep moving forward.

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +709

      I feel that way sometimes too, no doubt. Sometimes I’ll look to other accounts and feel like something I’m doing/creating isn’t enough. It’s a normal thing to compare. But keep in mind, what you see on RUclips is made to look and feel pretty because of how it’s edited, and how the music plays overtop the clips. We want to tell a little story through the food we share, and make it look enticing so people feel welcomed to give it a try, but it doesn’t mean this is how our food looks or how we eat all the time. In fact, we’re on our way to pick up some takeout in a few minutes because I was too busy getting this upload ready to make anything and we just couldn’t be bothered. You’re doing great, Wife in the City. We’re happy you’re here with us 🌻

    • @shailysurti5274
      @shailysurti5274 4 года назад +96

      @@PickUpLimes wow. Such honesty and modesty!

    • @RochelletheRealtor
      @RochelletheRealtor 4 года назад +69

      Pick Up Limes
      That was so sweet of you to respond to her like that. This video was amazing. I’m a non vegan in Illinois pulling for you and what you all are doing by showing us a different way. Btw, the video quality on this one is amazingly clear. Thanks for what you do.

    • @journeywithrosie
      @journeywithrosie 4 года назад +96

      @@PickUpLimes wow thank you 😭😭😭 that made me cry. So nice of you to take the time for that long and thoughtful response.

    • @karthiprabha2739
      @karthiprabha2739 4 года назад +13

      @@PickUpLimes love you so much

  • @yennavaneeuwijk1890
    @yennavaneeuwijk1890 4 года назад +648

    My Dutch ass is yelling in excitement knowing I can actually find all ingredients at my local Jumbo for once.

  • @tamymagalhaes262
    @tamymagalhaes262 4 года назад +600

    I get jealous of how cheap the vegetables cost in Europe. Just the broccoli is about 4 bucks in Toronto :(

    • @edisonvegaofficial
      @edisonvegaofficial 4 года назад +34

      it's less than 0.25 $ in Ecuador lol

    • @criskp6861
      @criskp6861 4 года назад +76

      How can brokkoli be so expensive? That is insane!!

    • @keilidhseashore99
      @keilidhseashore99 4 года назад +29

      It's super expensive in sweden

    • @badurbangorgeous7843
      @badurbangorgeous7843 4 года назад +15

      This is really cheap broccoli. I first thought it was the price per serving. In Germany the price is mostly between 2,50 to 4 € (non organic).

    • @9611-b7h
      @9611-b7h 4 года назад +5

      It's very expensive in india too..its not a vegetable ..that's why

  • @laurenbarrett4915
    @laurenbarrett4915 4 года назад +606

    Hi Sadia! I'd love a series of budget friendly recipes as I'm in currently in university. I tend to get into a routine of making the same recipes and I'd like to switch it up more frequently. Also your channel makes such a positive impact on me, I really look up to you. Thank you for being an inspiration in the kitchen, mindful living, and minimalism.

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +58

      Thanks for taking the time to share your kind words, Lauren, it means a lot

    • @TheTastyVegan
      @TheTastyVegan 4 года назад +6

      As vegan food youtubers ourselves, noted! 😁

  • @Lulu_Cleo
    @Lulu_Cleo 4 года назад +1048

    I've been trying some of your recipes and they have been life-changing. Made some for my mom and she loves them too

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +96

      Aw super awesome, really happy to read this, Lulu - thanks for sharing! Lots of love to you and mumma bear

    • @ering9271
      @ering9271 4 года назад +5

      lulu Nkosi same! She is so amazing!

    • @heizie88
      @heizie88 4 года назад

      May I ask which ones you tried?

    • @asahmed1095
      @asahmed1095 4 года назад +1

      Pick Up Limes hi its really nice 👍🏼 how u cooked! I think u should keep in mind please people like us 😢who has food hygiene OCD.. so plz little bit tidy up ur hair n cook 👩‍🍳rathen loose hair.. thanks 😊

    • @TheTastyVegan
      @TheTastyVegan 4 года назад +8

      These kinds of comments are what keeps us vegan food youtubers coming back to making more videos. Thank you on behalf of all of us 😁🌱

  • @shelbot
    @shelbot 4 года назад +331

    I would love if you continued this as a series! I love that you include tips on how to prepare certain veggies (leeks). I also like that these recipes yield 4+ servings. Thank you for yet another well-done video ❤️

    • @elinausner3467
      @elinausner3467 4 года назад +12

      Shelby S I agree but please also use the green part of the leek it’s as eatable as the white part!😊

    • @julecaesara482
      @julecaesara482 4 года назад +9

      Yes, but the green part of the leek is the best part... and very edible. You just need to trim the ends a little where they have dried...

    • @blueorchid9455
      @blueorchid9455 4 года назад

      @@julecaesara482 how can be used(like garnish or something else)? and in what type of dishes?

    • @julecaesara482
      @julecaesara482 4 года назад

      @@blueorchid9455 I wouldn't recommend the green parts as garnish as they tend to be rather chewy when left raw. I just... never saw a recipe that didn't include the green parts. You can use them exactly like you would use the white parts.
      I like them in curries, but they are also a very important ingredient of German Potato Soup. Where I am from we like to eat them as a side dish, simply cooked in a pan with some nutmeg and salt, or on top of Kartoffelpuffer (something like flat hash browns or potato fritters).

  • @QueenAlbatross
    @QueenAlbatross 4 года назад +27

    You’re obviously beautiful, but my favorite thing is that I absolutely love listening to you talk. You have such pleasant voice, and the way you enunciate your words is so clean and pretty to listen to. I could listen to you talk about anything. The fact that it’s clean, cruelty-free, vegan eating is a huge bonus! 😍

  • @lysaace6190
    @lysaace6190 2 года назад +11

    I cannot begin to tell you how many times your quick recipes have saved my small family on a late night or lazy day! Thank you for your amazing content ☺️

  • @samedimedi
    @samedimedi 4 года назад +111

    I've been on the fence about going vegan for a while, and since finding your channel a month ago, I finally made the plunge. Not only are your recipes perfect for building a whole new weekly arsenal of meals, but I just also find your whole persona and outlook so inspiring and wholesome 😊 this change has been truly nourishing for my body and my soul! Thank you!!

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +18

      I appreciate that so much, Meghan, and congrats on the decision! I hope you'll find it to be a rewarding one :)

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад +2

      Congrats! Let me know if you need any recipe ideas to help keep you on track. I've been collecting some for about a year now.

    • @Steph_Bx13
      @Steph_Bx13 4 года назад +4

      Pick Up Limes helped me during my initial transition when I went vegan 😊
      If you haven't already, I would also highly recommend SweetPotatoSoul, Rachel Ama and AdvanteGardeVegan. ❤️❤️

  • @amritg6349
    @amritg6349 4 года назад +146

    Here's a little tip!
    Rolling your pizza dough will kick out all the gas and result in a tough dough!
    Rather than rolling, use your fingertips and gently stretch the dough. The dough will naturally stretch really well and this will result in a chewy, crispy and soft pizza dough! :)

    • @julecaesara482
      @julecaesara482 4 года назад +8

      won't that result in a fluffy on the inside but crispy in the outside Focaccia?
      I associate risen dough to American pizza, and personally I prefer Italian pizza (because I grew up in Europe and the concept of American pizza is just very non-nostalgic)

    • @foreignfields5045
      @foreignfields5045 4 года назад +1

      @alisha yasmina she used self rising flour

    • @amritg6349
      @amritg6349 3 года назад

      @@julecaesara482 No, not really! Focaccia dough is so much more thick and it's made so there's actually some volume to the bread. You could easily change the thickness of your pizza bases or just maybe use lesser leavening (yeast). Oh yes, I do love Italian Pizza doughs and I might be a thin crust pizza person myself too! :)

    • @amritg6349
      @amritg6349 3 года назад

      @alisha yasmina excellent point! She did use self raising flour though, essentially all kinds of leavening agents follow the same priciples but in different proportions. Use less leavening and a thinner piece of dough to get a crusty thin crust base just like what Sadia does in the video! :)

    • @amritg6349
      @amritg6349 3 года назад

      @Serena Alexa Emmi hey there! I totally get your emotions about pizza but trust me life is too short to make judgements about something as gorgeous as a pizza. To each their own, and seriously as long as you like what you eat, it really shouldn't matter. Sadia's recipes are all vegan and she doesn't use cheese. If you ask me that sauce looks goddamn delicious and I would even consider using it sometime. Essentially, a pizza is too broad of a definition and maybe altering your recipes to your liking is the way to go! :)

  • @trinesorensen5461
    @trinesorensen5461 4 года назад +144

    The green part of the leek IS IN NO WAY TOO FIBROUS TO EAT!! I am shook! You can totally use the whole thing (minus the roots). Other than that great recipe ideas! I'd love to see higher protein meals if you make this a series :)

    • @hotfrozenpasta6932
      @hotfrozenpasta6932 4 года назад +4

      I think what she meant is that is is too fibrous in order to be pureed afterwards

    • @valentinodemilch8935
      @valentinodemilch8935 4 года назад +9

      You can eat even the roots, however the green part it's not nutricious bc in the stomach it becomes celulose wich is very hard for the body to process, specially if ingested raw

    • @morwennaforatenner604
      @morwennaforatenner604 4 года назад +1

      @@valentinodemilch8935 Better to eat it than waste it though, surely? Is there another way you can prepare it that would be easier on the digestive system?
      Edit: just pressed play again and she immediately said you can use it for stock, haha.

    • @mixedemotions8141
      @mixedemotions8141 4 года назад

      I don’t know what fibrous means. Please help. I tried to google it but no luck

    • @lillyboo1703
      @lillyboo1703 4 года назад +4

      @@morwennaforatenner604 It makes for an amazing creamy soup (and many more recipes) that even my non-veggie friends love...I just wash and chop up one entire leek (white and green part, just removing the root), fry it up on some oil, add diced potatoes (2-3 medium sized), cooked it in some veggie stock with a crushed 1-2 garlic cloves until soft, puree, season to taste with salt and pepper and add some (vegan) cooking cream, delicious with some toasted bread :)
      Or just fry up the chopped green parts with some eggs to make it a scramble...
      It's full of iron and flavour, such a shame to be wasted

  • @vivaldismurder8779
    @vivaldismurder8779 4 года назад +62

    I´ve always been eating the green part of the leek, i never had any issues (of course, I always cooked them in some form or another). It seems like a waste to not use them? They are still tasty

    • @Earwen999
      @Earwen999 4 года назад +4

      I was thinking the same! It works really well in soups and stews where is gets a tiny bit more cooking time. But chopped small it can even be eaten raw.

    • @PinkElephant8
      @PinkElephant8 4 года назад +1

      My thoughts exactly. People, use the green part of the leek as well! :)

    • @user-ed7et3pb4o
      @user-ed7et3pb4o 4 года назад

      Same I’ve always had it? But I guess in soup it’s a different situation, the boiling softens it enough to eat? I don’t know

    • @kleinebabyclaire
      @kleinebabyclaire 4 года назад +1

      Same, the green part is perfectly good to eat! For people with IBS (like me) only the green part is OK to eat... So if I eat leek, I just eat the green part so my belly does not get upset..

    • @kajape
      @kajape 3 года назад +2

      I eat that raw and for me it's the best part of the leek. :D

  • @joannehguoneerg3193
    @joannehguoneerg3193 4 года назад +4

    I don't understand how anyone could "dislike" these videos. Her food always looks so AMAZING!!!

  • @mjmomo541
    @mjmomo541 4 года назад +95

    The aesthetic of your videos is so unique and classy, yet incredibly creative! The recipes sound and look delicious as always! And in addition to that, the idea of budget-friendliness is greatly appreciated. Thank you, PUL-Team, and lots of love from Germany! xx

  • @sonaligarg98
    @sonaligarg98 4 года назад +57

    You know.. before watching your channel, I used to think that eating healthy requires a hell lot of discipline and will power.. as you have to give up on most things you like.. but with the passion you speak about nutrition, it so amazing! You can't help getting convinced! Loads of love Sadia!! ❤️

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +15

      That's a huge compliment, Sonali - thanks so much!

  • @swaralipatil5310
    @swaralipatil5310 4 года назад +24

    I like this budget friendly series! A vegan or vegetarian diet is always portrayed as a pricey affair with nuts, avocados and many things that not everyone has access to. This series is beautiful.

  • @sanamolly2645
    @sanamolly2645 3 года назад +4

    I love that you name alternatives to some ingredients! Sometimes I don't wanna buy something just for one recipe so it's great that you already say what works instead :)

  • @katiel8725
    @katiel8725 2 года назад +12

    I love the green leak and pea pasta. I was skeptical before making it (broccoli isn't my favorite), but it turned out so delicious. And I love how healthy and easy it is. Now it's in my regular recipe rotation. 🤤

  • @xkstrycharz
    @xkstrycharz 4 года назад +81

    Such a timely video since many are struggling financially right now

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад +6

      One of the cheap meals I like making is lentils with potatoes and sweet potatoes. I use a vegetable bouillon with the water and give it some salt and spices and it is delicious. You can also add broccoli as well and that will make it go further.

    • @kaitlin9288
      @kaitlin9288 4 года назад +1

      @@suicune2001 does it matter what types of lentils and potatoes are used? I'm thinking about trying this!

    • @athena608
      @athena608 4 года назад +2

      I think green or brown lentils would work best for texture reasons. Red lentils fall apart and get pasty when they cook (why they're good for soups and curries), and black lentils stay too firm (better for lentil salads).

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад

      @@kaitlin9288 My store only carries brown lentils so I use that and it comes out great.

  • @anja8595
    @anja8595 4 года назад +22

    I have integrated your nourishing oatmeal into my breakfast routine, made homemade hummus/tahini, and cook one of your dinners each week. I have been practicing intentional eating, and find myself not needing to eat lunch, since it has gotten hotter. It feels good to be able to tell what my body needs. It really feels like you are looking out for my health and taste buds, so any dish of yours I make is a gift for my body + spirit.
    The pizza and paella seem a bit outside of my current comfort zone in terms of complexity, but that pasta looks just perfect for next week. Excited to try it. =) Thank you, Sadia.

  • @einarcor
    @einarcor 4 года назад +44

    Hi. You know, I've been looking for good recipes and healthy eating tips for a long time. I need this not only to lose the extra weight I gained from stress, but also because of my stomach disease. I accidentally came across your video and I can say that it is really amazing. Due to the fact that I live in Russia, I can not get all the ingredients of your recipes. But I'm resourceful, so I try to replace them with something similar. Nevertheless, I am delighted with your dishes. These dishes are delicious and unusual (especially for my normal diet).
    You are very cheerful and smiling and I like to see that. This gives motivation to eat properly too. Unfortunately, I still study English, which sometimes makes it difficult to understand some of the videos, but as they say, "the dictionary helps me".
    Keep it up! You're wonderful! And thank you for sharing your knowledge with us

  • @tessarae3202
    @tessarae3202 4 года назад +2

    I don't get how anyone can dislike your videos. They're so calming and beautiful!

  • @ss60089
    @ss60089 4 года назад +130

    i’m not an expert but i think the green part of the leek is fine to eat and also really good in soup

    • @saparamita
      @saparamita 4 года назад +10

      Agree, here in Japan, we eat the green part all the time 😁👍🏻

    • @maaikevandijk-bokkers944
      @maaikevandijk-bokkers944 4 года назад +7

      Agree. Very wasteful to not use it!

    • @mariagil6645
      @mariagil6645 4 года назад +8

      Leek and potato soup! 👌

    • @fhernachingerzwerg
      @fhernachingerzwerg 4 года назад +13

      @@maaikevandijk-bokkers944 she didn't say to throw it away!

    • @olaiaj.9952
      @olaiaj.9952 4 года назад +2

      @@mariagil6645 yes! Porrusalda! :)

  • @manassashrikanth8316
    @manassashrikanth8316 4 года назад +121

    Talented and beautiful with the most calming voice and the heartiest smile in the world ❤️ I can't tell you how much you inspire me Sadia!! Within days of getting into your videos I've become so much more productive, positive, eating a lot healthier and loving myself a lot better! You spread so much positivity and happiness, Love you and your unique recipes so so much, keep the content and smiles coming💜❤️
    (Wish I'd found you sooner😭😭💜❤️)

  • @elizabethwagner7880
    @elizabethwagner7880 4 года назад +17

    I love that there are few “specialty” ingredients in your recipes, like specific flours or sugars, and that you often share substitutes.

  • @sowjin6671
    @sowjin6671 4 года назад +4

    I don't know why whenever I feel low I just watch your random videos. It is just like a therapy which calms me down.

  • @juliekonigskind6434
    @juliekonigskind6434 10 месяцев назад +1

    I love your budget friendly meal series.
    As a young family living on one income it is my job to keep track of our finances and do most of the cooking and shopping. So I am always on the lookout for tasty recipes, that are special yet affordable. Your channel helps immensely. Thank you so much:)

  • @TheMusicKale
    @TheMusicKale 4 года назад +38

    I can’t see myself eating just plant-based foods for lifetime😅. But I keep coming back to your channel it’s because I love how you make videos Sadia, I feel relaxed and happy every time I hear your voice. I love your tea time videos as well. I watch it almost everyday. I am hoping you can do more tea time tuesday videos🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️💋 I love you Sadia

    • @katyi
      @katyi 4 года назад +10

      Hey, try going vegan! It is really easy, not hard at all! I started last November and I feel so much better!

    • @VvV-kp3xw
      @VvV-kp3xw 4 года назад +4

      @@katyi Vegan for 2 months now and my body didn't felt like this since my teenage years.

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад +2

      It's not as heard as you think. I thought I was going to miss meat horribly but I didn't. It's actually been easier with teleworking since I no longer have the burden of my friends always trying to get me to eat meat. Before the pandemic I was plant-based and pretty lenient with it. I still lost 45 pounds over a year. COVID-19 made me become fully vegan. I finally realized how much eating meat not only negatively affected by my body, but the planet, and even the human population as a whole.
      Now I've told my friends I'm vegan and they didn't groan about it as much as I thought they would. lol. They might be used to the idea of me not eating meat by now. If you need any recipes, let us know! I'm sure we all have delicious recipes we'd love to share. Just let us know what type of foods you like. :)
      EDIT: I also have a list of fast food places that have vegan options. For example, Subway, or taco bell. Common places people might go.

    • @TheMusicKale
      @TheMusicKale 4 года назад

      Katrin Müller-Haag. thanks. I’ll try☺️

    • @ritikasharma3798
      @ritikasharma3798 4 года назад +1

      Don't forget to try Indian recepies!

  • @Lifestyle8
    @Lifestyle8 4 года назад +65

    Whoever is reading❤
    Have an amazing time ahead❤

    • @erdiaz13
      @erdiaz13 4 года назад +6

      And you too! 🥰

  • @TunELoon3
    @TunELoon3 4 года назад +16

    I love the new font you’re using when labeling the ingredients as you’re cooking ! It’s very clean, minimal, and visually appealing!

  • @sonakshi1513
    @sonakshi1513 4 года назад +1

    Hi Sadia! I wanted to drop in a quick comment to let you know how positively you have shaped my life! Your videos are like therapy to put one in a happy mood! I was a die hard carnivore and now I am transitioning into Vegan-ism; and you are the reason! You never mock non vegans and keep your channel "for all" and that's the beauty of it. Your trick of "could do" not "should do" is clearly working. Keep doing what you are doing! Happy vibes your way!

  • @eva-kr4zx
    @eva-kr4zx 4 года назад +6

    I've never tasted a paella this good, I still can't believe I made it myself, I'd love to have more affordable recepies like these

  • @saamyarana2096
    @saamyarana2096 4 года назад +84

    Didnt watch the video as yet, but gave it a like coz i know your videos are always superb.. Love you so much Sadia❤

    • @kiral7790
      @kiral7790 4 года назад +2

      Ha ha I’m the same! I will click “like” maybe 10 seconds into a PUL video because I’m scared I’ll forget to afterwards, especially if I’m distracted by the delicious recipes and by binging other videos. With some channels you might wait until you actually watch the video before you decide if you like it, but with this one I think who am I kidding, this is Sadia (and the PUL team) and everything she does is amazing so it deserves that like even before I see it! 😘🤷🏼‍♀️

    • @saamyarana2096
      @saamyarana2096 4 года назад +1

      @@kiral7790 Ya so true. Sadia always puts in so much effort to make her videos flawless.

  • @tiarnabreen
    @tiarnabreen 4 года назад +15

    Hey girl!! Love this. I’d love if instead of ‘per serving’ cost you just did normal prices of the meals - just as someone who is on a budget, it’s good to know how much in total xx

  • @unnaty
    @unnaty 4 года назад +79

    My goodness Sadiaaa!! Thess recipes are just fabulous and affordable too. I'm definitely gonna try these asap and thanks for sharing such wonderful recipes with us. We are learning so muchh from you! Loved it ❤ Great job 👍

  • @TheKittysoba
    @TheKittysoba 4 года назад +328

    What I learnt from this video: YOU CAN EAT THE STALK OF A BROCCOLI!!

    • @steptanm
      @steptanm 4 года назад +19

      And the green parts of leek actually

    • @thewhat531
      @thewhat531 4 года назад +8

      Of course you can. It's wonderful in a stir fry.

    • @cait3196
      @cait3196 4 года назад +6

      its the best part! sweet and crunchy..

    • @TessaOswin
      @TessaOswin 4 года назад +5

      Chop the stalk smaller than the head or put it to cook about 5 minutes before, the stalk takes slightly longer to cook.

    • @artsylor
      @artsylor 4 года назад +1

      It is soooooo goood ! Actually it is my favourite part of the broccoli 😂 I eat it raw !

  • @haleyready5854
    @haleyready5854 4 года назад +9

    I love the idea of a budget-friendly recipe series. Everything looked delicious!

  • @lisjonas1
    @lisjonas1 4 года назад +16

    I love these budget friendly videos, proving you don't need a ton of money to eat healthy. Love your voice and the pace you choose to speak at in your videos, it's just perfect. I'm not a vegan or vegetarian yet I find myself trying (and loving!) your recipes so often. Please keep on posting content like this

  • @manoekhulzebos1761
    @manoekhulzebos1761 4 года назад +36

    The green part of the leek is perfectly eadible, really good in things like preischotel (Dutch)

  • @adrianeguevarra2355
    @adrianeguevarra2355 4 года назад +44

    I'd love to watch something about positivity or self-encouragement. A Tea Time Tuesday session perhaps.😇😇😇

    • @alessandraventre6878
      @alessandraventre6878 4 года назад +2

      I'd love it too!! Good idea!!😍

    • @skywalker6648
      @skywalker6648 4 года назад

      Yeah, I like the occasional motivational, goal planning, and organizational videos too. Maybe something that is up to date.

  • @sweetcrimson
    @sweetcrimson 4 года назад

    😋 so good. Made this tonight, I used light coconut milk and the lemon juice is a must!!! This was really good and the entire family loved it. Thanks so much.

  • @jemshenasajid7538
    @jemshenasajid7538 4 года назад

    Hallo, I have been watching you since almost past 2 years not knowing the fact that we both were living in Eindhoven. My husband is also doing PhD in TU Eindhoven almost wrapping up now. I moved to Germany 3 months back and accidentally I stepped into one of your old Q&A today realising you too were living in the same city.. Hope I can meet you sometime when I come to Eindhoven. Your videos have been really a motivation for me to meal prep and eat healthy. ❣️❣️❣️

  • @fionahurland2544
    @fionahurland2544 4 года назад +10

    I am so surprised to see you not using the green part of the leek. I usually cook/fry it for a minute or so longer than the white part, but it is perfectly edible and really delicious. Maybe try it again? Thanks for the video!

  • @JerinaEngel
    @JerinaEngel 4 года назад +57

    Is this going to be the next video that I’ll watch seven hundred times while cooking until the next pickuplimes video gets uploaded? Perhaps

  • @vixthahomegirl2924
    @vixthahomegirl2924 4 года назад +21

    We need a series !! 🤍💋🥰

  • @lolollo4481
    @lolollo4481 4 года назад +8

    I tried the green pasta today and although I was hesitant at first it turned out sooo good and was super easy to make!! Definitely don't leave out the mint, it really gives it a kick. Thanks so much! I will definitely make this more often :)

  • @peestink
    @peestink 4 года назад +203

    hi :) I am almost 14 years old, I have two picky, younger brothers, and an older sister, so most of us are very picky being younger and only wanting to eat dinosaur chicken nuggets and canned tomato soup XD My parents (mostly my dad) want us, the kids, to contribute by taking turns making dinner for the whole family, mostly to help my mom out because she always has to work now. I normally have trouble finding recipes that I know my brothers would enjoy, as well as my sister and parents. I was wondering if you can do a more kid-friendly recipe(s) that I can follow so my brothers don't cause a fit and everyone will eat without a problem. Thank you!! :))))))))😊😊😀😓

    • @Bloombaby99
      @Bloombaby99 4 года назад +15

      Try ravioli soup and garlic bread. They have a vegan version, too. Good luck!

    • @eccentricfeminine
      @eccentricfeminine 4 года назад +10

      a good easy side is just cutting a sweet potato into small slices and putting them in the oven at 400f for about 20 to 30 minutes or so, then you can have sweet potato fries! and you can add any seasoning before or after depending on if you want to dip them in something salty or add powdered sugar and syrup for a dessert type of thing :) but i recommend using parchment paper to line the tray so nothing gets hard and sticks on it.

    • @eccentricfeminine
      @eccentricfeminine 4 года назад +7

      and another good one would be washing a potato, poking at it all over with a fork so some heat n water can get into it lol and then wrapping it with parchment paper or aluminum foil as well and putting it straight in the oven no tray needed. if you leave it in there for about 30 to 40 mins you can take it out and have a baked potato, anyone can choose their toppings from there so they can have options. and you can also cut a potato up boil it until the pieces are soft, take them out add some milk, i like adding garlic salt but any seasoning you like just taste/try anything out! mash n mix it all together and you can have mashed potatoes toooo super easy and quick

    • @peestink
      @peestink 4 года назад +3

      @@Bloombaby99 I will, that sounds good 😂👍🤤

    • @peestink
      @peestink 4 года назад +3

      @@eccentricfeminine oo I should try that 🙌🤤

  • @WellandTasty85
    @WellandTasty85 4 года назад +14

    Love this!! So timely. Going to try a plant based July - I'm West African and grew up on meat so the idea terrifies me but this video made me so excited

  • @elinausner3467
    @elinausner3467 4 года назад +8

    Whaat nooo! You can totally eat the green top of the leek!! It’s delicious! Please don’t throw it away, it’s very healthy too 😊

  • @RanmaRanmaBou
    @RanmaRanmaBou 4 года назад +5

    Oh my god, you used Saffron!!! As a Persian I am so so so proud. We grow Saffron in our garden and we use it in everything!

    • @sp8236
      @sp8236 4 года назад

      Can you please tell me how to grow saffron? 😭

  • @amongthewildspices
    @amongthewildspices 4 года назад +1

    Always love seeing more budget friendly healthy meals. I always cook/recommend healthier options as a kitchen whiz and I get asked most about what’s the cheapest! There IS A WAY to do it! 💕💕

  • @lamaachkar6590
    @lamaachkar6590 4 года назад +1

    Everytime i think about ordering fast food i watch one of your videos and all the stuff looks so good and healthy the craving just goes away! It's been helping so much!! 💗💗

  • @bhagyalakshmi9827
    @bhagyalakshmi9827 4 года назад +32

    Your video is Just like an oasis in this lockdown desert...😘

  • @juliaa.9870
    @juliaa.9870 4 года назад +16

    You don‘t eat the green part of the leek? I always cook it just like the white part and it is delicious!

  • @grose3996
    @grose3996 4 года назад +7

    Oh wow! Never thought of making pizza with hummus. Brilliant idea! Will need to try these recipes. Thank you!

  • @rosalinplaat380
    @rosalinplaat380 4 года назад +1

    You’re videos never dissapoint! Great video❤️👌

  • @janamitic5127
    @janamitic5127 3 года назад

    I can't stop watching these videos, it's late, I had a hard workout, haven't eaten much today and I'm looking at this like______________
    give me the food. So good!! Just watching the process is satisfying.

  • @aavv1818
    @aavv1818 4 года назад +12

    GREAT series to begin, since I'm learning how to cook.

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад +1

      I was a huge fan of watching the Food Network to learn how to cook. I also had the benefit of one of my friends teaching me as well. Worst Cooks in America might be a good one to get some basics since they are REALLY bad and the first couple seasons are hilarious.

    • @aavv1818
      @aavv1818 4 года назад

      @@suicune2001 THANK YOU for the great info! I'll look into it.

  • @vivyabarathi
    @vivyabarathi 3 года назад +3

    i love how this entire comment section is so positive

  • @GothicaBeauty
    @GothicaBeauty 4 года назад +86

    Ooooo eat the dark green leaves of leeks they’re so tasty when cooked.

    • @becky08701
      @becky08701 4 года назад +6

      GothicaBeauty. And super healthy! most of the beta-carotene sits in the green part - so highly recommended to eat it because of flavour annnd health benefits☺️

    • @zurlich9359
      @zurlich9359 4 года назад

      poor

    • @GothicaBeauty
      @GothicaBeauty 4 года назад

      Zurlich ya wot?

    • @GothicaBeauty
      @GothicaBeauty 4 года назад +2

      becky08701 we never waste the green parts when we used them & i love a good leek & potato soup.

  • @lkriticos7619
    @lkriticos7619 2 года назад +1

    A tip for preparing leeks: Slice it in a cross shape down from the green part but not going all the way to the end. This opens up the center of the leek while keeping it intact and makes it easier to rinse out dirt and grit before you cook.

  • @anitapenkert389
    @anitapenkert389 2 года назад

    Tried out the rice but I tweaked it a bit to accomodate the ingredients I had and the preferences of family: I had no bell peppers so I used powdered paprika, instead of artichokes I used sliced olives and I topped the rice with soft boiled eggs from our happy hens and organic salmon pieces for those who eat fish in our family. I used a bit of saffron I had. So delicious, thanks for the inspiration!

  • @thealexasaurusrex
    @thealexasaurusrex 4 года назад +7

    Your knife skills are A+ now

    • @PickUpLimes
      @PickUpLimes  4 года назад +7

      Haha thanks for noticing, Alexandra! I've really been trying the last few months, and now I look back at the older videos on the channel and cringe - looks sketchy and like I could hurt myself :P But still some learning left to do!

  • @garvitkharbanda7
    @garvitkharbanda7 4 года назад +15

    I might never get to making them, but I had so much fun watching. Loved it.

  • @amyloftis5387
    @amyloftis5387 4 года назад +3

    Please keep making these *affordable* yet healthy recipes! :)

  • @pugleader3965
    @pugleader3965 4 года назад +1

    Hi Sadia, I love your channel, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and bringing inspiration for a healthy life!
    Since iron deficiency is common for women can you please share recipes and tips for a iron rich diet and easy absorption?

  • @bethanyhynes8211
    @bethanyhynes8211 4 года назад +1

    I'd love this to be a series! It would also be great to have a grocery list/budget/servings option. I'd love to see these recipes organized into a weekly meal plan.

  • @maria.3.3.3
    @maria.3.3.3 4 года назад +4

    I tried the BBQ pizza and my whole family loved it! Even my six years old brother! Thanks for the recipe, definetly making it again! :)

  • @nickys4011
    @nickys4011 4 года назад +6

    Can you share cold salads/dishes that are filling and nutricious in the warmer weather?

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад

      Greek salad: ruclips.net/video/5ysExIzN9fQ/видео.html Just take out the cheese.
      Spicy Noodles:
      ruclips.net/video/O88OSs2DFAU/видео.html
      Easy Black Bean Corn Salad
      : ruclips.net/video/rFo_78CJwJo/видео.html
      Crunchy Veggie Wrap
      •½ green bell pepper, roughly chopped
      •½ yellow or red bell pepper, roughly chopped
      •1 Roma tomato, chopped
      •½ cucumber, peeled and chopped
      •1 carrot, peeled and grated
      •½ avocado, chopped
      •¼ cup balsamic vinegar
      •1 clove garlic, minced
      •½ tsp dijon mustard
      •½ tsp salt & pepper to taste
      •4 (12-inch) whole grain wraps (high-fiber)
      •1 cup (8 oz) hummus
      •2 cups baby spinach, lightly packed
      •1 cup alfalfa sprouts
      Here is a pasta dish that's delicious hot or cold:
      Greek Pasta:
      (Inspired by Johnny Carino’s Angel Hair and Artichoke meal)
      Angel hair pasta (or whatever pasta you want)
      Artichoke Hearts (sliced)
      Kalamata olives (sliced)
      Capers
      Raw Tomatoes (diced. Or sun dried / fire roasted tomatoes might be really good.)
      Red Onion (diced)
      Pickled asparagus
      Spinach

    • @suicune2001
      @suicune2001 4 года назад

      Bean Salad:
      Chickpeas
      Black beans
      Kidney beans
      Corn
      Red onion
      Green/Red pepper
      Celery
      Lemon juice
      Red wine vinegar
      Herbs de Provence
      Avocado BLT Toast:
      vegan bacon
      1 large, ripe avocado
      1 small green onion, diced
      1 lemon, halved
      2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped or julienne
      1/4 teaspoon dried chili flakes
      1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
      2 cups baby arugula
      4 slices of whole grain bread (we love the seeded variety)
      Sea salt
      Black pepper

  • @danaswann639
    @danaswann639 4 года назад +3

    That first green pasta looked amazing! Can’t wait to make it. I feel like it would be a good use for when I have lots of random amounts of frozen veggies or produce that needs to be used up. Minimal waste friendly and inexpensive. Thank you! Love your videos.

  • @tayyabashams8997
    @tayyabashams8997 4 года назад

    Hey Sadia
    Pleassseeeee I need a teatime Tuesday video from your side please 🥺🥺
    I miss the times when I used to make tea for myself and then start your video comfortably sitting and Blessing my ears listening to you . It literally felt like you are talking to me ♥️ teaching me in many ways 🌟 that was my most productive Time. I want it again please🌼

  • @juliarodkiewicz3961
    @juliarodkiewicz3961 4 года назад +1

    Woah! on a budget I expected something like spiced beans with rice.. But your recipes have just blown my mind! Thank you for this video!

    • @thewhat531
      @thewhat531 4 года назад

      Still one of my favorite meals. I am finally making enough money to eat what I want, and very often what I want is simple beans and rice.

  • @paigeh1670
    @paigeh1670 4 года назад +68

    I'd need to add a more substantial protein than peas to feel satisfied with these. I'd love more inexpensive bean and lentil recipes, though, so I think the series is great.

    • @breathe4778
      @breathe4778 4 года назад +11

      Making a side with chickpeas, roast spiced chickpeas maybe could be a good idea?

    • @casey33818
      @casey33818 4 года назад +8

      You could use chickpea or lentil pasta to boost the protein

    • @taylorg7630
      @taylorg7630 4 года назад +2

      I used banza pasta and it worked great with the recipe and added plenty of protein. For reference, I’m a 20 year old female bodybuilder

    • @paigeh1670
      @paigeh1670 4 года назад

      @@taylorg7630 That does sound like a great option! Unfortunately I live in the middle of no where and my high protein pasta options are very limited at the local grocery store, so it makes it easier to use more conventional plant protein sources.

  • @worldofjulie4941
    @worldofjulie4941 4 года назад +3

    Yay, finally serving sizes for adults! As a student I really love these cheap and fairly easy recipes, and I would love to see more in the future! You just got yourself a new sub :)

  • @drvincentesposito
    @drvincentesposito 4 года назад +37

    So many in our millennial age bracket get caught up in this, thinking that healthy food is expensive. I live in NYC, and I know there's places you can get a slice of acvocado toast for $14-15.
    You can make that same dish for a fraction of that at home. Thank you for taking this a step further here!

    • @TheJora92
      @TheJora92 4 года назад

      not really sure what this "healthy" thing is supposed to mean. i mean my grandma has been living in the countryside for 85 of which 77 she has been working the fields, went trough a 2 years famine which reduced her family of 14 to 3, ate literal garbage, she never heard of this "healthy" food yet is still working the fields and the only health problem is a bit high sugar blood.

    • @ashavila7999
      @ashavila7999 4 года назад +1

      I live in the middle of the south, the nearest major grocery spot is 30 minutes away. Glad you don’t live in a food desert and are out of touch with what millennials actually eat, it’s doubtful it’s $15 on avocado toast and the fact you think that’s healthy sustaining food is crazy, this video is great stop finding weird ways to shame people.

    • @zurlich9359
      @zurlich9359 4 года назад

      thank you genius. eating food out costs more who would have thought

  • @snehar_6231
    @snehar_6231 4 года назад +1

    my mom was able to easily grow the flower that saffron threads come from! we got a looot more threads that you would get by weight at the store, and it's a super easy plant to maintain :)

  • @mariannerady1137
    @mariannerady1137 4 года назад

    Great recipe ideas! I so appriciate your filming and editing, it makes your channel very special.
    Often people say, eating vegan food is expensive, you show in this video (series) that it's not. Thank you for that!
    Huge love from south Germany

  • @shreyaburande2730
    @shreyaburande2730 4 года назад +11

    Hey Sadia
    I am missing teatime Tuesday please make some of it I really enjoy find it helpful

    • @heizie88
      @heizie88 4 года назад

      Yes! I would love an updated version of those videos even.

  • @Tinky1rs
    @Tinky1rs 4 года назад +6

    You can just eat the green part of the leek (do rinse it well), it barely needs longer than the stem-like part. It really wilts in the pan!

  • @annelynn7266
    @annelynn7266 4 года назад +5

    My tip: Rinse the leek before cutting off the root end. The layers can be opened up, but won’t separate, making it easier to rinse.

  • @matildesilva6415
    @matildesilva6415 Год назад

    We came from vacation and had nothing in the freezer, just pasta and frozen veggie. I noticed all of the frozen veggies we had were green so we did this pasta! It turned out amazing, the lemon and the herbs really elevate it, and in terms of nutrition is great, it has so many vegetables and good things❤️❤️

  • @shygirlshar8509
    @shygirlshar8509 4 года назад

    I love that u include the measurements as u speak during your presentation that way we can easily follow along instead of having to search for measurements in your written recipe. Thabk u for keeping it so easy to follow

  • @himavarshamadala1474
    @himavarshamadala1474 4 года назад +9

    Waiting for so long to see you, lots of love from India Sadia ❤️

  • @amogelangpatience2740
    @amogelangpatience2740 4 года назад +3

    Your voice is incredibly soothing 🤭🙆🏽‍♀️. Love your recipes btw. All the way from South Africa .

  • @saraatje7995
    @saraatje7995 4 года назад +5

    I don't understand that I never came up with that myself haha... to cook the pasta and broccoli together! Good idea, thanks!

  • @ripleyrguez
    @ripleyrguez 4 года назад

    Hi Sadia, I'm spaniard and I just want to share a little trick for colouring the paella, since saffron as you said is really expensive I learned that you could get the same colouring with turmeric powder and as a plus it gives a great taste too. And obviously is cheaper than saffron.
    This recipes where just amazing, can't wait to try the pizza!! Thank you for your energy and love in every video.

  • @cameronwescott3229
    @cameronwescott3229 4 года назад +1

    I'm in college, so I really appreciate budget-friendly meals as well as ones that use simple ingredients and are quick.

  • @roziworld77
    @roziworld77 4 года назад +5

    Adore watching you, the aesthetic is so good, vibes are calm and the food looks delicious❤️

    • @magdaleenmalan6780
      @magdaleenmalan6780 4 года назад

      I am always amazed that you can make vegan food look so scrumptious, and they taste just as delicious. Please give us another studio tour as it is now.

  • @David-go4ot
    @David-go4ot 4 года назад +737

    i'm not vegan but it is such a silly conception that eating vegan is more expensive. This video definitely proves otherwise. People think healthy fruits and veggies are pricey but the hail in comparison to the cost of meat, fish, cheese, etc.

    • @AnqaOdyssey
      @AnqaOdyssey 4 года назад +6

      These lack a direct source of protein (say 15g/100g, even chickpeas have 6g/100) making them cheaper.

    • @Acdhcup267
      @Acdhcup267 4 года назад +6

      @@AnqaOdyssey Just eat seitan or TVP

    • @Rennie212
      @Rennie212 4 года назад +49

      Animals products are subsidised by the US government so sometimes it’s way more expensive to buy a lot of fruits and veggies

    • @abbey2101
      @abbey2101 4 года назад +4

      instead of supplementing your protein and other nutrients with vitamins maybe you could just, oh i don't know, eat....fish?

    • @isabellapalacio4631
      @isabellapalacio4631 4 года назад +38

      AnqaOdyssey tofu, black beans, tempeh, spiralina, whole oats, quinoa say hi. It’s not hard to get enough protein. Search up high protein vegan meals- it’s literally as simple to get enough protein - it’s not even the most important macro biologically anyways. The only thing that may take more is if ur building muscle you’ll need a protein powder to make ur life easier - which no vegans use anyways when they feel like they want/need to.
      ~ a non vegan

  • @rafaelaverdan4778
    @rafaelaverdan4778 4 года назад +4

    I really want to eat all of those dishes, they all look incredibly tasty

  • @karengraves3900
    @karengraves3900 4 года назад

    Yes, yes and yes to the series idea for budget friendly meals. Also anything about herbs - just started to grow for first time and any advice on growing, etc. is appreciated!

  • @dawnmacdonald5800
    @dawnmacdonald5800 4 года назад +1

    Yes please. I would love to see a series of budget friendly recipes. You do make them look so yummy.

  • @nozee77
    @nozee77 4 года назад +13

    Sure you can eat the green part of the leaks, we always did and still do. It is delicious!

  • @theresatrudelle3972
    @theresatrudelle3972 4 года назад +8

    I would love to get nutritional info on these recipes.

  • @heyitstimi6143
    @heyitstimi6143 4 года назад +6

    Yes!! I can make them tomorrow!! So excited, thank u for inspiring us❤️

  • @madhuribhavsar7671
    @madhuribhavsar7671 4 года назад

    Hi I am from India. Your motivational videos encourage me to stay happy and healthy. We didn't go out anywhere since last three months and stuck at home due to this pandemic Corona. Now waiting for some motivational video in this pandemic condition like how to stay happy and occupied at home.

  • @bethanywhite1248
    @bethanywhite1248 4 года назад +1

    Oh the Paella was so good! Thank you!! In true uni style I used garlic granules, mixed herbs, chilli flakes and tinned tomatoes. Still tastes amazing!