#wildgreens

This Wild Greens Spanakopita Tart is a delightful twist on the classic Greek dish. Packed with a variety of nutritious wild greens and flavorful herbs, it's encased in flaky phyllo dough for a deliciously savory tart that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients: 1 pack frozen phyllo dough, thawed. 1/4 cup olive oil. 1 onion, finely chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 pound mixed wild greens such as spinach, Swiss chard, and dandelion greens, chopped. 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped. 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped. 1 cup crumbled feta cheese. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 eggs, lightly beaten.

Instructions: Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C. Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat. Put in the garlic and onions, and cook them until they get soft. Put wild greens in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, until they wilt. Take the pan off the heat and add the feta cheese, parsley, and dill. Add pepper and salt to taste. Lightly beat the eggs in a different bowl, then fold them into the greens. Use olive oil to coat a 9-inch tart pan. Put phyllo dough sheets in the pan one on top of the other, brushing each one with olive oil. Spread the greens and egg mix out evenly on top of the phyllo dough in the tart pan. To make a rustic crust, fold the edges of the phyllo dough that hang over the filling. The tart should be baked in a hot oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and sets. Take it out of the oven and let it cool down a bit before cutting it. You can serve it hot or cold. Have fun!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

These savory stuffing waffles are a unique twist on traditional stuffing. Packed with wild greens and sardines, they offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Perfect as a side dish or a main course for a brunch or dinner.

Ingredients: 2 cups wild greens such as dandelion greens or arugula, chopped. 1 can 4.4 oz sardines in olive oil, drained and flaked. 1 1/2 cups cornbread stuffing mix. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/2 cup milk. 2 large eggs. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Cut up the wild greens and put them in a large bowl. Add the flaked sardines, cornbread stuffing mix, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix the milk, eggs, and olive oil together in a different bowl. Add pepper and salt to taste. Add the wet mixture to the dry ones and mix them together until they are well blended. Follow the directions on the package to heat up your waffle iron and lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray. Place the stuffing waffle batter on a waffle iron that has already been heated. Cook the waffles for the amount of time that your waffle iron says to usually 3 to 5 minutes per waffle. Take the waffles out of the iron and serve them while they are still warm. If you want, you can add more grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil on top before serving. Have fun with your waffles with wild greens and sardines.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

This recipe for a gluten-free, vegan samosa is both healthy and tasty. It bakes up wild greens for a guilt-free snack or appetizer. Great for people who are tight on money!

Ingredients: 2 cups wild greens e.g., dandelion, spinach, or kale, finely chopped. 1 cup chickpea flour. 1/2 cup rice flour. 1/2 cup water. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/2 tsp turmeric powder. 1/2 tsp cumin seeds. 1/2 tsp coriander powder. 1/4 tsp chili powder. 1/4 tsp garam masala. 2 tbsp olive oil.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 375F 190C. In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, salt, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, chili powder, and garam masala. Add water gradually and mix to form a smooth, thick batter. Let it rest for 10 minutes. In a separate pan, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil and saut the finely chopped wild greens until they wilt and become tender. Remove from heat and let them cool. Once the greens are cool, mix them into the batter until well combined. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spoon small portions of the mixture to form triangular shapes resembling samosas. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce. Enjoy your gluten-free, vegan wild greens baked samosas!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

A delicious take on classic hummus, msabbaha blends the flavor of fresh wild greens with the depth of sardines. The end product is a flavorful, creamy dip that's great served with crunchy vegetables or spread on pita bread. To experience a hint of the wild with a taste of the Mediterranean, try this novel take on hummus.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chickpeas. 1/4 cup tahini. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for garnish. 1 lemon, juiced. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup wild greens e.g., dandelion greens, arugula, or watercress. 1/4 cup canned sardines, drained and mashed. 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Fresh parsley, for garnish. Pita bread or vegetables, for dipping.

Instructions: Put tahini, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cooked chickpeas in a food processor. Mix until it's creamy and smooth. Mix in salt and pepper to suit your taste. Put the wild greens into the food processor and pulse it a few times to make small pieces that are mixed into the hummus. Move the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to make a well in the middle. The sardines should be mashed and put into the well in the hummus. Cover the sardines with ground cumin and paprika. Add a little olive oil on top. Add fresh parsley as a garnish. You can dip the Msabbaha hummus in pita bread or a variety of fresh vegetables.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

A delicious take on classic hummus, msabbaha blends the flavor of fresh wild greens with the depth of sardines. The end product is a flavorful, creamy dip that's great served with crunchy vegetables or spread on pita bread. To experience a hint of the wild with a taste of the Mediterranean, try this novel take on hummus.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chickpeas. 1/4 cup tahini. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for garnish. 1 lemon, juiced. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup wild greens e.g., dandelion greens, arugula, or watercress. 1/4 cup canned sardines, drained and mashed. 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Fresh parsley, for garnish. Pita bread or vegetables, for dipping.

Instructions: Put tahini, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cooked chickpeas in a food processor. Mix until it's creamy and smooth. Mix in salt and pepper to suit your taste. Put the wild greens into the food processor and pulse it a few times to make small pieces that are mixed into the hummus. Move the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to make a well in the middle. The sardines should be mashed and put into the well in the hummus. Cover the sardines with ground cumin and paprika. Add a little olive oil on top. Add fresh parsley as a garnish. You can dip the Msabbaha hummus in pita bread or a variety of fresh vegetables.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

A delicious take on classic hummus, msabbaha blends the flavor of fresh wild greens with the depth of sardines. The end product is a flavorful, creamy dip that's great served with crunchy vegetables or spread on pita bread. To experience a hint of the wild with a taste of the Mediterranean, try this novel take on hummus.

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chickpeas. 1/4 cup tahini. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for garnish. 1 lemon, juiced. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup wild greens e.g., dandelion greens, arugula, or watercress. 1/4 cup canned sardines, drained and mashed. 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Fresh parsley, for garnish. Pita bread or vegetables, for dipping.

Instructions: Put tahini, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cooked chickpeas in a food processor. Mix until it's creamy and smooth. Mix in salt and pepper to suit your taste. Put the wild greens into the food processor and pulse it a few times to make small pieces that are mixed into the hummus. Move the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to make a well in the middle. The sardines should be mashed and put into the well in the hummus. Cover the sardines with ground cumin and paprika. Add a little olive oil on top. Add fresh parsley as a garnish. You can dip the Msabbaha hummus in pita bread or a variety of fresh vegetables.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Firefly & Wild Greens Festival – A Magical Monsoon Escape at Tadmal

Tadmal Retreat – Best Village Experiences Near Panvel & Raigad

Rice Planting | Mutton Bhakri Feast | Firefly & Wild Greens Festival

If you're tired of traffic, noise, and endless screens, then it’s time to reconnect with nature. Luckily, Tadmal Retreat, located near Panvel and Raigad, offers the perfect escape. With exciting weekend events designed for families, couples, and adventure lovers, your monsoon weekends are completely sorted!

Have you ever wondered how rice is planted? Now, you can experience it yourself at Tadmal Retreat! Step into the soft, muddy fields, learn directly from local farmers, and enjoy the real joy of working close to nature.

What to Expect:

 Hands-on rice planting in lush green fields

 Traditional folk songs to keep the mood lively

 Mud play – fun for kids and adults alike

 Delicious hot bhaji-bhakri and fish meal after farming

 A refreshing dip in the nearby river

Moreover, the Rice Planting Festival is perfect for families, friends, and city folks looking for an authentic village experience.

 Location: Tadmal Retreat, Pen Taluka, Raigad  Booking Contact:+91-9167768648

Calling all food lovers! If you enjoy mouth-watering, authentic village-style food, you simply cannot miss the Mutton Bhakri Utsav at Tadmal Retreat. Here, you can savour the rich flavours of freshly prepared gavathi mutton, soft rice bhakri, tangy pickles, and enjoy a crackling bonfire under the stars.

Highlights:

 Authentic gavathi (local) mutton curry

 Hot rice bhakri and spicy pickles

 Bonfire under the forest sky

 Local stories and a peaceful village vibe

Consequently, this event is ideal for couples, groups of friends, and anyone who wants to enjoy great food and nature away from the city rush.

 Location: Tadmal Retreat, Pen Taluka, Raigad  Booking Contact:+91-9167768648

Monsoon brings magic to the forests near Tadmal Retreat. Therefore, you must join the Firefly & Wild Greens Festival for an unforgettable night-time jungle walk and a tasty wild food experience.

Why You Should Join:

 Explore the jungle and witness glowing fireflies

 Taste fresh, local wild greens

 Experience the beauty of Raigad's countryside

 A calm, peaceful break from city life

Above all, this weekend experience is ideal for families, photographers, nature lovers, and anyone who loves the outdoors.

 Location: Tadmal Retreat, Pen Taluka, Raigad  Booking Contact: Call 9167768648

Tadmal Retreat isn’t just a resort — it’s a peaceful village escape, only 1.5 hours from Mumbai. Known for its scenic beauty, friendly atmosphere, and authentic rural activities, it's the perfect destination for:

Nature lovers

Families with kids

Couples seeking a romantic getaway

Foodies craving real village food

Adventure seekers

Easy to Reach

From Panvel Station: 35 km (Approx. 40-45 minutes)

From Mumbai: 70 km (Approx. 1.5 hours)

From Raigad Fort: 30 km

Ample parking is available. The resort is accessible by car, bike, or cab.

        Tadmal Retreat is your chance to slow down, breathe fresh air, eat local food, and experience Maharashtra's simple village   life.

            Visit: www.tadmalretreatnresort.com                                                                                           Call or WhatsApp: 9167768648