Nutritionist Shira Lenchewski's Healthful Dosa Wraps

My friend and talented nutritionist Shira Lenchewski taught me how to make dosas recently, and I’m hooked. They’re a healthful lunch option the whole family can enjoy—and about as easy to make as pancakes. We filled ours with turmeric and tahini roasted cauliflower and cashew cream cheese but you could do any number of sweet or savory combinations. Shira also mentioned she likes to fill them with cashew cream cheese and greens, which sounds delicious.

A dosa is a traditional South Indian crepe made from grains, nuts, and legumes. The sprouting and fermentation process that takes place before you cook them helps break down the phytic acid found in the ingredients. Phytic acid is a compound that binds nutrients and inhibits their absorption by the body. So, while making dosas does require some advanced planning, the nutritional benefits are well worth the extra effort. If you’re in the habit of cooking and prepping meals on the weekends, you could easily get a batch of dough going for a mid-week meal. Alternatively, prep on Friday night for a delicious egg-free weekend brunch. XXJKE