healthy breakfast recipes. healthy breakfast Indian recipes, ideas. We all know that breakfast is a meal that cannot be skipped, and of course no meal is as satisfying as a tasty and healthy breakfast. However, preparing breakfast in the bustle of the busy mornings can be a real sore point for most people! Lack of time often makes them revert to the same old dishes every day, opt for packaged cereals, or worst, skip breakfast itself. This section of Healthy Breakfast Recipes will surely change this scenario.
It is packed with really scrumptious breakfast ideas, which are not only tasty and nutritious enough to pep up your whole day, but also made using commonly-available ingredients to make your work simple and quick. Care has been taken to use low-fat ingredients and to avoid processed and refined food products. From elaborate to jhat-pat recipes, and options that suit all age groups, you are sure to find just what you want in here.
You really want to try and eat healthy through the day. So it's crucial to remove refined foods from your food like rava, maida, white bread, cornflour. So always look at the ingredients going into your food. Also you best bet is to make your breakfast at home. You know what is going in and its made fresh. See our list of items which should be included in a healthy breakfast.
1. | Whole Wheat Bread | 18 | Homemade Peanut Butter |
2. | Brown Bread | 19 | Chana Dal |
3. | Oats | 20 | Spinach |
4. | Steel Cut Oats | 21 | Paneer |
5. | Almond Milk | 22 | Apple |
6. | Ragi | 23 | Brown Rice |
7. | Jowar | 24 | Kale |
8. | Bajra | 25 | Broccoli |
9. | Buckwheat | 26 | Oranges |
10. | Sprouts | 27 | Eggs |
11. | Besan | 28 | Moong Dal |
12. | Low GI Foods | 29 | Avocado |
13. | Quinoa | 30 | Coconut |
14. | Raspberry | 31 | Soya |
15. | Strawberry | 32 | Karela |
16. | Blueberry | 33 | Curds |
17. | Homemade Almond Butter | 34 | Feta |
Healthy Breakfast Veg Sandwich Recipes
Enjoy a range Paneer Dill Toast to Oats Moong Toast all made with whole wheat bread or brown bread. Check here for our Healthy Breakfast Sandwiches entire list.
Healthy Rotis, Parathas for Breakfast
We all love Parathas and its an Indian favourite. We provide you some parathas which are made of whole wheat like Green Peas Parathas . Then there is a Soya basesd Minty Soya paratha which is high in Iron and Folic Acid. Healthy paratha recipes like yellow moong dal and spring onion paratha made with whole wheat flour + yellow moong dal. Paushtic parathas is another option. More Healthy Parathas here.
Our favourite healthy rotis we suggest are bajra roti, jowar roti, radish nachni roti recipe , basic ragi roti recipe, and whole wheat roti to make a healthy combination when had with healthy dals.
Idlis and Dosa for a healthy breakfast
Idlis, Dosas for Helathy Breakfast. Enjoy the Brown Rice Dosa with some Sambar. If your vegetarian, buckwheat is the perfect source of protein and this buckwheat dosa is cooked every week in my house and way healthier than the classic dosa recipe and read why is dosa healthy to understand the subtle difference between usage of rice and dropping it.
Then there is the innovative Moong Dal Spinach Idli with some healthy chutney. NOTE that oats idli is way superior to our traditonal idli recipe as you need to read is idli healthy to understand the subtle difference between usage of rice and dropping it.
Healthy chilas and healthy pancakes for a healthy breakfast
See why oats are perfect for healthy chilas and healthy pancakes. Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre, which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. The vegetable oats pancake recipe is a low calorie high fibre healthy snack option made with carrots and spinach. For spice lovers, there is spicy vegetable oats pancake made with whole wheat flour and jowar flour and ginger green chilli paste.
Green Moong Dal in healthy breakfast Dhoklas
See why we suggest green moong dal for healthy dhoklas. Moong Dal ( Green Moong Dal ) : Moong dal or green moong dal is rich in Folate, Vitamin B9 or Folic Acid which helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially red blood cells and is pregnancy friendly. Moong Dal is heart and diabetes friendly. Try this methi moong dal recipe where the addition of methi helps in improving glucose and insulin responses, hence good for diabetics. For a variation, they this low calorie moong dal dhokla recipe which has low fat curds and some carrots and cabbage added to it.
Juices for a healthy breakfast
You can try our healthy Juices and Smoothies to kick start your morning. Spinach and Mint juice is a cool and healthy cleanser to start your day. There is the anti cancer and anti - infammation Spinach juice. Greens in your juices will provide your daily Vitamin C requirement.
Follow this with Upma or some Oats recipes.
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healthy idli recipes. healthy dosa recipes. the prefect breakfast snack. Evergreen South Indian delicacies like idlis, dosas and appams are now popular all over the world! And with good reasons too - they are healthy, tasty, quick and unbelievably versatile. There is no end to the variants you can prepare, reinforced with varied grains, vegetables, greens, sprouts, and a horde of other healthy ingredients. Moreover, when you have the batter ready on hand, it takes very little time and effort to make these delicious snacks. Indeed, what a delightful and nutritious way to start your day. Just ensure that when making dosas, you use minimal oil, to improve the health factor.
top 10 healthy dosa recipes. See that at number 9 is brown rice dosa. But the big surprise is the most popular dosa in India, called dosa or sada dosa is at number 10. While sada dosa is healthy, it has rice in it and hence it stays at the bottom of the pile. What we want to show you is to use healthy ingredients like buckwheat, dals, oats, ragi, barley and quinoa in your daily cooking as they are superior food quality to rice. Read below to understand why.
top 10 healthy dosa recipes below.
top 6 healthy idli recipes below.
Buckwheat used in healthy idlis and healthy dosas
See why buckwheat? are perfect for healthy idlis and healthy dosas. Buckwheat is a very good source of Iron and good to prevent anaemia. Rich in folate and good food for pregnant women. Buckwheat keeps your heart healthy and high in fibre and diabetic friendly. Buckwheat is a rich plant based source of protein and excellent option for Vegetarians. If your vegetarian, this is the perfect source of protein and this buckwheat dosa is cooked every week in my house and way healthier than the classic dosa recipe and read why is dosa healthy to understand the subtle difference between usage of rice and dropping it.
Oats used in healthy idlis and healthy dosas
See why oats are perfect for healthy idlis and healthy dosas. Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre, which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. Whole Oats have an antioxidant called Avenanthramide (a polyphenol from oats) which helps lower blood pressure levels. Enjoy our gluten free fibre rich oats dosa recipe. A good variation to this is the oats mutter dosa recipe. NOTE that oats idli is way superior to our traditonal idli recipe as you need to read is idli healthy to understand the subtle difference between usage of rice and dropping it.
The oats idli recipe is made with a bit of urad dal and ZERO rice.
Nachni, Ragi used in healthy idlis and healthy dosas
See why ragi, nachni are perfect for healthy idlis and healthy dosas. Ragi flour is high in protein and great source for vegetarians. In addition its gluten free, high in fiber which in turn is good for diabetics and a healthy heart. Nachni dosa recipe is made with urad dal to make it a very healthy breakfast recipe. An even healthier option is to use whole nachni and soak it to make ragi dosa with whole nachni recipe.
Barley used in healthy idlis and healthy dosas
See why barley is perfect for healthy idlis and healthy dosas. Barley is diabetic and pregnancy friendly. A high fiber diet for years has been paired with reduced risk of heart disease. The fiber (2.73 g) from barley helps reduce blood cholesterol levels. Enjoy this mysore barley dosa recipe made with urad dal. There is also the barley idli which uses par boiled rice.
Yellow moong dal used in healthy idlis and healthy dosas
See why yellow moong dal is perfect for healthy idlis and healthy dosas. The fibre (4.1 g in ¼ cup) present in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries which promotes a healthy heart in turn. Packed with nutrients like zinc (1.4 mg), protein (12.2 mg) and iron (1.95 mg), yellow moong dal helps to maintain the elasticity of your skin and help to keep it moist. Try our dal and vegetable idli recipe which has also toovar dal, chana dal and lots of methi in it.
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Enter, to discover a mighty handful of super-satisfying sandwiches to kick off your day with some healthy breakfast! Handy and portable, hearty and healthy, sandwiches can be made just the way you want it, from elaborate sandwiches on a relaxed day to quick stuff on a busy morning. From sandwiches to sit and chat with, to those that you can have on-the-go, there are umpteen options that you can choose from, and endless ideas you can tap to create your own personalised sandwiches.
Ingredients used for Healthy Sandwiches, Toasts | |
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1. | Whole Wheat Bread |
2. | Brown Bread |
3. | Sprouts |
4. | Homemade Almond Butter |
5. | Homemade Peanut Butter |
6. | Spinach |
7. | Paneer |
8. | Apple |
9. | Eggs |
10. | Avocado |
11. | Coconut |
12. | Soya |
13. | Curds |
14. | Green Peas |
15. | Mushrooms |
16. | Tomato |
17. | Eggplant |
18. | Hummus |
19. | Carrot |
20. | Green Chutney |
21. | Oats |
Paneer Breakfast Sandwiches
Paneer is healthy and contains good fat. You can use both low fat paneer and full fat paneer. We have the Spicy Paneer on Toast and Carrot and Paneer Toast.
Sprouts Sandwiches
Sprouts are high in Fibre and very low cal food. Try Mixed Sprouts on Toast or Spicy Sprouts Sandwich.
What Ingredients you should not put in your Sandwich
Whats worth noting that Ketchup consists 50% sugar and its better to use Tobasco or Mustard. White Bread is made of refined flour which will push up your insulin levels and shut down your fat burning. Make your own low fat Mayonaise at home and avoid store bought processed Mayonaisse. Potatoes to be avoided as comsumption of that will make you look like a potatoe.
8 Ingredients you should not put in your Sandwich
8 Ingredients you should not put in your Sandwich | |
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1. | Tomato Ketchup |
2. | Pav |
3. | White Bread |
4. | Mayonnaise |
5. | Potatoes |
6. | Processed Cheese |
7. | Burger Buns |
8. | Sugar |
9. | Corn |
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healthy upma recipes. healthy poha recipes. Packed with iron and carbohydrates, poha is an all-time favourite breakfast option for many of us, and the same goes for energy-packed upmas too. But, variety is the spice of life and it rules these desi nashtas too! So, here are some innovative poha and upma recipes to make your breakfast time more fun and exciting! Colourful, fibre-rich veggies and protein-loaded sprouts adorn these recipes, along with spice powders and other ingredients used to jazz up simple poha and upma in a way that makes them all the more nutritious and tasty too.
The recipes in this section for upma don't have any rava added to them. Hence we have a small but healthy collection of recipes. In one case we have a jowar upma recipe with some rava in it. But the jowar is the main ingredient making the recipe healthier with also the addition of vegetables. NOTE that also try and add vegetables as they increase the fibre to your upma or poha.
Why the classic poha recipe is healthy?
Poha health details. High iron count (2.67 mg in a cup) of poha. Most people prefer eating poha for breakfast. The reason behind it is its high carb count. Poha helps us accomplish nearly 5% of potassium requirement which will control blood pressure and sustain cardiac health and further aids in controlling blood cholesterol too. Cons. Due to high carb content it is not good source of diabetic food and weight loss due to lack of fibre. Have the classic Maharashtrain poha recipe and drop the sev in the garnish to keep it healthy. The best way to consume poha is to toss in some vegetables that increase the fibre count and make it way healthier. So have this green peas poha recipe.
Other options are tomato poha recipe. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in Vitamin C, good for heart. Tomatoes are a Pregnant women's friend and are rich in Folate or Folic Acid which helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially red blood cells.
Sprouted Matki in healthy poha
See why sprouted matki is good for you. Matki sprouts abound in fiber and thus form an ideal choice for weight watchers, diabetes, heart disease etc. The process of sprouting increases the protein count of matki by 30%. Try this sprouted matki poha recipe. Another healthy variation is mixed sprouts poha recipe. Oats used in healthy upma recipes
See why oats are perfect for healthy upma. Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre, which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. Whole Oats have an antioxidant called Avenanthramide (a polyphenol from oats) which helps lower blood pressure levels. This oats upma recipe is made with carrots, green peas and onions which makes the recipe even healthier.
Quinoa used in healthy upma recipes
See why quinoa are perfect for healthy upma. Quinoa lowers cholesterol and heart diseases. The soluble fibre in this grain gains the credit of reducing the total blood cholesterol and LDL (bad cholesterol) levels in our body. Harnessed with nutrients like protein, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, quinoa has been considered as the bone-building power grain. This quinoa veg upma recipe is made with carrots, green peas and onions which makes the recipe even healthier.
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Top 10 Healthy Dhokla Recipes, Which Dhoklas are healthy? Dhoklas for breakfast. Dhoklas are had for breakfast, snacks or even with lunch and dinner in most Gujarati households. We have a stunning variety of dhoklas from khatta dhokla to innovative dhokla sushi with carrots. So what is the issue with dhoklas? Fist lets look at the healthy dhokla options first.
We have analysed 50 dhokla recipes and this is our top 10 healthy dhokla recipes and the reason why they are healthy is explained below.
Yellow Moong Dal in healthy Dhoklas
See why we suggest yellow moong dal for healthy dhoklas. Yellow Moong Dal : The fibre (4.1 g in ¼ cup) present in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries which promotes a healthy heart in turn. Packed with nutrients like zinc (1.4 mg), protein (12.2 mg) and iron (1.95 mg), yellow moong dal helps to maintain the elasticity of your skin and help to keep it moist. Fiber, potassium and magnesium from yellow moong dal will work together to regulate blood pressure and soothe the nerves and is diabetic friendly. Try our yellow moong dal dhokla recipe which is made with ZERO rice and hence super healthy. For daibetics, drop the usage of sugar or cut it by half.
Green Moong Dal in healthy Dhoklas
See why we suggest green moong dal for healthy dhoklas. Moong Dal ( Green Moong Dal ) : Moong dal or green moong dal is rich in Folate, Vitamin B9 or Folic Acid which helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially red blood cells and is pregnancy friendly. Being rich in Antioxidants like Flavonoids, mung reduces the damage done by free radicals to the blood vessels and lowers inflammation. Moong Dal is heart and diabetes friendly. Moong Dal or Split Green Gram are high in Fibre and 1 cup of cooked Moong dal gives 28.52% of your daily Fibre requirements. Try this methi moong dal recipe where the addition of methi helps in improving glucose and insulin responses, hence good for diabetics.
For a variation, they this low calorie moong dal dhokla recipe which has low fat curds and some carrots and cabbage added to it. Read details of is moong dal dhokla healthy? For those who like chillies, try spicy moong dal dhokla recipe.
Besan in healthy Dhoklas
See why besan is healthy and must be used in dhoklas. Besan has more good fat than whole wheat flour and also higher protein content. Rich in complex carbohydrates and with a low glycemic index, besan is good for diabetics too. Besan is high in Folate or folic acid, which is important for rapid growth and multiplication of red blood cells and WBC’s in the bone marrow. Try the green peas dhokla recipe which is made of besan and green peas. Then there is cabbage dhokla recipe which is besan + cabbage + low fat curds. Cabbage is rich in Antioxidants in turn lowers the risk of infection and inflammation of the body due to eating processed foods.
Sprouted Moong in healthy Dhoklas
See why sprouted moong is healthy and must be used in dhoklas. Moong sprouts is a nutri-dense sprout. It’s a good sources of several nutrients like b vitamins, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus. These sprouts are a protein boost. Sprouted moong is beneficial in relieving the symptoms of anaemia by building haemoglobin levels due to its high iron count. Enjoy this sprouts dhokla recipe made with loads of spinach.
Is the famed khatta dhokla healthy?
Yes, khatta dhokla is safe. Khatta dhokla is a fermented food which is easy to digest. Fermentation of foods increases the bioavailability of nutrients which helps the body to assimilate more nutrition. The microorganisms break down the complex protein, carbohydrates and fat efficiently thereby helping to assimilate more nutrients from the food. The bioavailability of proteins and Vitamin B content also increases. BUT, diabetics and weight loss individuals can only have a few pieces as the carb content is very high due to the high percentage of rice used.
Chola Dal in healthy Dhoklas
See why chola dal is healthy and must be used in dhoklas. Chola dal is high in fibre and protein rich. Good source of patassium and boon for diabetics and heart patients. Enjoy chola dal dhokla recipe and diabetic chola dal dhokla recipe made with spinch and methi leaves.
Buckwheat in healthy Dhoklas
See why buckwheat is healthy and must be used in dhoklas.Buckwheat is a very good source of Iron and good to prevent anaemia. Rich in folate and good food for pregnant women. Buckwheat keeps your heart healthy and high in fibre and diabetic friendly. We eat this healthy buckwheat dhokla very often for dinner in our family and our 12 year old daughter also loves it.
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Healthy Khakhra Recipes. Crunchy, munchy, flavoursome…these are a few words that best describe khakhras! Keeping some khakhras ready on hand can be very handy on a busy morning, when you do not even have time to make or for that matter, even sit and eat a breakfast. Just grab a few khakhras from the box and munch on them on-the-go! This can double up as a really nutritious breakfast option, as it is roasted and can be reinforced with various ingredients for additional flavour and nutrition. All you need is to master the art of rolling them as thinly as possible, and you are all set to prepare these delicious khakhras at home with ease!
We have a collection of healthy khakhra recipes made with 7 different healthy flours. Bajra flour, Ragi flour, Whole wheat flour, Jowar flour, Quinoa flour and Rajgira flour. Always avoid store bought khakhras as its easy to make your healthy khakhra recipes at home in advance and store them.
Whole wheat flour khakhra recipes are healthy. Whole wheat flour is excellent for diabetics as they will not shoot up your blood sugar levels as they are a low GI food.Whole wheat flour is rich in Phosphorus which is a major mineral which works closely with calcium to build our bones. Hence we love using whole wheat flour in these healthy khakhra recipes. We have the basic whole wheat khakhra recipe, a famous Gujarati dry snack made from whole wheat flour, salt, oil and water.
If you want your khakhra spicier, then opt for the masala khakhra recipe made from sesame seeds and chilli powder. I love to have this with some homemade curds using cows milk or low fat curds.
Oats in healthy khakhara recipes. See why we love oats. Oats are a great source of protein for vegetarians. It is rich in soluble fibre (to make it good for diabetics), which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. Whole oats have an antioxidant called Avenanthramide (a polyphenol from oats) which helps lower blood pressure levels. Mini oats kahakra recipe provides the protein for kids and keeps them away from processed foods.
These crisp and tasty Oats and Methi Multiflour Khakhras recipe are full of iron-rich ingredients like fenugreek, jowar and nachni, which not only contribute iron to the recipe, but also improve the flavour and texture of the khakhra remarkably.
Why bajra flour is used to make healthy khakhras?
Let's see why bajra is used to make healthy khakhras. Bajra flour is high in protein and is a complete protein for vegetarians when combined with dal. So as a vegetarian, include bajra in your diet. Bajra is a great option for those on a gluten free diet. Bajra is rich in Magnesium which improves insulin response by lowering insulin resistance which is good for Diabetics and healthy heart. We have the basic bajra khakhra recipe which is subtly flavoured with ginger-garlic paste, green chillies, sesame seeds, turmeric powder, oil and salt.
Wholesome bajra methi khakhra recipe made of bajra and whole wheat flour perked up with fenugreek leaves, green chilli paste and so on is a perfect accompaniment for tea. The bitterness of methi is surprisingly very pleasant in this creation.
Why Quinoa flour is used to make healthy khakhras?
See why we love quinoa. Quinoa is a super grain lowers cholesterol and reduces heart diseases. The soluble fibre in this grain gains the credit of reducing the total blood cholesterol and LDL (bad cholesterol) levels in our body. Harnessed with nutrients like protein, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium, quinoa has been considered as the bone-building power grain. Quinoa red chawli leaves khakhra recipe is a healthy and tasty khakhra that’s mind-bogglingly unique. Made of a mix of flours including quinoa flour and oats flour, this khakhra is fortified with red chawli leaves, sesame seeds and other flavour-enhancing ingredients. Similarly, you cna pair up quinoa with kale leaves to make healthy quinoa kale khakhra.
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Healthy Rotis Parathas and Theplas, Healthy Rotis Parathas and Theplas for Breakfast. Parathas and theplas are often considered unhealthy because of the amount of oil used to cook them and also because of the use of ingredients like plain flour in the dough. However, all it takes is a few healthy twists to transform this versatile category into a satiating and delicious breakfast! There are innumerable theplas and parathas that you can prepare using whole grain flours, reinforced with grated veggies, herbs or greens; and a stuffing of healthy ingredients like low-fat paneer, dal or veggies; all cooked in minimal oil, to make a tasty treat!
Using Bajra to make healthy Rotis and healthy Parathas
Bajra flour is high in protein and is a complete protein for vegetarians when combined with dal. So as a Vegetarian, include bajra in your diet. Bajra is a great option for those on a gluten free diet. Bajra is rich in Magnesium which improves insulin response by lowering insulin resistance which is good for Diabetics and a healthy heart. You can start with the basic bajra roti recipe which is fibre rich. Adding vegetables to your roti is always good as in bajra cauliflower roti recipe, lehsun bajra kaddu roti recipe or bajra gajar paratha recipe.
Bajra stuffed with paneer is rich in Vitamin C and super healthy. For those on weigh loss, replace the full fat paneer with low fat paneer. There are those who are scared to have full fat paneer. Remember that full fat paneer is made of healthy fat and recommended to be avoided by only those with diabetes and heart issues.
Jowar to make healthy Rotis and healthy Parathas
Why use jowar flour is something we always wanted to know. Jowar is a complex carb and will be absorbed slowly in the blood stream and not cause a spike in insulin. Jowar and all Millets are rich in Potassium. Potassium is critical for those with High Blood Pressure as it lessens the impact of sodium. Hence a good safe food for diabetics and also for those who want to live and eat healthy. You can have the basic jowar roti recipe. Then jowar pyaz ki roti which which will reduce acidity or the mooli jowar ki roti recipe which is gluten free. Or mix two healthy flour for the jowar bajra garlic roti reccipe.
Makkai ka Atta to make healthy Rotis and healthy Parathas
Why use makkai ka atta is something we always wanted to know. Maize flour ( makai ka atta) : Maize flour is a carbohydrate rich and energy rich flour loaded with fibre. Cornmeal prevents your blood sugar from shooting up and loaded with Zinc which is necessary for the formation of insulin. Maize flour is a good source of magnesium which is necessary for maintaining a steady heartbeat and normal blood pressure. The fibre binds with the bile salts and throws it out of the body, which helps in reducing the cholesterol from the body and good for heart.
Try two flour combo of makkai ka atta and whole wheat flour in methi makkai ki roti recipe where methi is an excellent source of iron and Vitamin A. Parathas are a must for Punjabi breakfast and makai mooli methi paratha recipe is perfect and gluten free. Tikkar is a famous Rajasthani roti made from makkai ka atta and whole wheat flour, loads on onions and spices.
Theplas is what the Gujaratis love and also those who have eaten it
So what is the famous Thepla made of. The base is whole wheat flour. Whole wheat flour is excellent for diabetics as they will not shoot up your blood sugar levels as they are a low GI food. Whole wheat flour is rich in Phosphorus which is a major mineral which works closely with calcium to build our bones. Enjoy the basic thepla recipe. Methi leaves help in improving glucose and insulin responses, hence good for diabetics. So make methi thepla recipe.
Radish has many heart protective nutrients like Vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, potassium and flavonoids. They are an amazing source of fibre which helps in lowering cholesterol levels. So try our mooli thepla recipe.
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healthy chutney recipes. healthy Indian chutney recipes collection. In India, there is a vast choice of Chutney to go with your food. These chutneys can be used for dosa, idli, vada, samosa, sandwiches, bhel puri, sev puri and all kinds of chaats. Its common to see some chutney in every kitchen as its used for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. We have sweet chutneys, spicy chutney, non spicy chutney and chutney powders. We have chosen ingredients which have a low glycemic index.
So what goes into a healthy chutney?
We have chosen chutneys from all over India and those that are healthy only. The classic Coconut Chutnety is made of coconut which is really a super food. Then you have the Green Chutney which is nothing but pudina and coriander and zero oil. Then you have the Lehsun Chutney which is made of garlic and chilli powder.
Coconut used in healthy South Indian chutneys
See why coconut is good for usage in chutney. The fresh coconut has saturated fats but most of it is MCT (Medium Chain Triglycerides) which promote weight loss. The high fibre content 13.6 gm (45.3% of RDA) along with high lauric acid content of coconut improves cholesterol levels in the body. Improving the action of insulin secretion and lowering the raised blood sugar levels is yet another benefit of coconut for Diabetics.
Coconut chutney recipe is the basic one to start with. Coconut chutney is made all over India and uses as an accompaniment to Idlis and Dosas mainly. If you have grated coconut on hand, it takes a few minutes to prepare.
For a variation try the tomato coconut chutney recipe which is a popular dosai chutney served in Tamil Nadu. This cooked chutney stays well for upto 2 days in an air-tight container in the fridge, but it is best when freshly prepared.
Coconut + coconut oil are a super combination for a healthy chutney. A classic South Indian accompaniment, the Coconut Thuvayal recipe is a slightly spicier coconut chutney made by blending coconut with roasted dals and spices in coconut oil. A dash of asafoetida boosts the aroma of this chutney while tamarind gives it an appetizing tang. The Coconut Thuvayal can be enjoyed with any meal. You can have it with idlis or dosas, or with curd rice, Sambhar rice or dal rice.
Yes, a special chutney for dosa. Try the coconut corainder chutney recipe has the goodness of coconut, coriander and spinach with some roasted chana dal and made with zero oil. This chutney goes well with idlis and vada also.
Garlic used in healthy chutney recipes
see why garlic is good for you to use in chutney. Garlic has been proven to lower cholesterol. The active ingredient allicin present in garlic aids in lowering blood pressure. Garlic is also alleged to help regulate blood glucose levels for diabetics. Garlic is great for the heart and circulatory system. Read here for complete benefits of garlic.
The basic chilli garlic chutney recipe is quick and easy to make. Perfect recipe for those with cholesterol issues. A good variation is the carrot garlic chutney recipe which is excellent for the eyes + heart. Garlic tomato chutney recipe is a simple twist to garlic chutney by adding tomatoes and spring onions to it.
Coriander and Mint (Pudina) used to make healthy chutney
see why coriander is good for your chutney. The antioxidants vitamin A, vitamin C and the quercetin present in coriander works towards strengthening our immune system. Coriander is a fairly good source of iron and folate – the 2 nutrient which help in the production and maintenance of red blood cells in our blood. Good for reducing cholesterol and for diabetics. Check our nutritious green chutney recipe which is used with snacks like samosa, vada, panki etc.
see why mint (pudina) is good for your chutney. Mint (pudina) being an anti-inflammatory reduces the inflammation in the stomach and shows a cleansing effect. Sipping on a healthy drink like fresh mint and lemon tea is the best option to overcome nausea for mums-to-be. Moreover it's vitamin A (10% of RDA) and vitamin C (20.25%) serve as an additional boost to bring relief from cough, sore throat and also cold. See our zero oil green chutney recipe which will speed up the recovery of your sore throat and has no sugar added to it.
What Ingredients go into a healthy chutney?
What Ingredients go into a healthy chutney? | |
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1. | Garlic |
2. | Tomato |
3. | Coriander |
4. | Coconut Oil |
5. | Beetroot |
6. | Peanuts |
7. | Curd |
8. | Carrot |
9. | Onions |
10. | Green Peas |
11. | Pudina |
12. | Coconut |
13. | Urad Dal |
14. | Chana Dal |
15. | Dry Kashmiri Red Chillies |
16. | Sesame Seeds |
17. | Green Chillies |
18. | Red Chillies |
19. | Ginger, Adrak |
What to Avoid in Chutney's
What to Avoid in Chutney's | |
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1. | Oil |
2. | Sugar |
3. | Dates |
4. | Pineapple |
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Healthy breakfast Indian juices, healthy breakfast smoothies. A great way to kick start your morning is a glass of fresh homemade juice or a chilled smoothie. Also on days that you don’t have time for breakfast, drinks especially smoothies are a best option to rely on.
They will boost your energy, give you the necessary nutrients and satiate you as well. So instead of leaving for work on empty stomach, grab a glass of smoothie.
5 Benefits of Juices and Smoothies for Breakfast
1. Juices are a natural detox. They help you flush out toxins from your body and cleanse your system with Nature’s nourishing basket of fruits and vegetables.
2. The thought behind whipping and serving healthy juices and smoothies is to inundate your system with vitamins and minerals.
3. Moreover juices and smoothies are also a great way to make up for the water requirements thus keeping you well-hydrated.
4. The abundance of antioxidants in juices and smoothies builds you immune system which helps to fight infections.
5. They maintain electrolyte (sodium-potassium) levels in the body too.
We present you a range of healthy juices and healthy smoothies for Breakfast. It’s all about what you put inside the juice or smoothie.
5 Healthy Ingredients for Juices and Smoothies for Breakfast
1. Fruits : All fruits which are high in fiber and have a low glycemic are the best to be added in a mixer jar to make a juice or smoothie. Blueberries, Apples, Green apples, Oranges, Sweetlime, Strawberries, Papaya, Pear All these fruits have a low glycemic index.
2. Veggies : You can also use the vegetables like Spinach, Kale, Carrot etc. Fresh herbs like Mint and Parsley are good as taste enhancers, though used in small quantities.
3. Curd : If making smoothie, use curd. It is a probiotic which is easier to digest and also tops up your calcium and protein intake.
4. Healthy seeds : These include chia seeds, flax seeds, sunflower seeds etc. can be bonus ingredients. These abound in protein and omega-3 fatty acids which reduces inflammation in the body. About a tbsp. of these seeds will suffice a glass of drink.
5. Healthy Grains : Some people would love to make their smoothies more fiber rich. They can turn to wholesome grains like oats and make Strawberry Oatmeal Curd Smoothie.
5 Worst Ingredients for Healthy Juices and Smoothies for breakfast
1. Sugar – It is only full of calories and will lead to weight gain.
2. Excess of plain milk – It is difficult to digest. More healthier options are almond milk of oats milk instead.
3. Canned fruits - These are pre-loaded with sugar.
4. Ice cream – These are fat and sugar laden both. They are just a quick route to increasing belly fat.
5. Readymade sherbets and syrups – Again their base ingredient is only sugar.
Green Healthy Juices for Healthy Breakfast
Healthy breakfast green juices There are a lot of greens to explore. The most common leafy vegetables which are used in juicing is spinach. Have it by itself in the form of Anti-Cancer and Anti-Inflammation Spinach Juice or combine it with other veggies to Super 7 Stress Reliever, Brain Booster, Carrot Apple Beetroot and Spinach Juice, Spinach and Mint juice is also a cool and healthy cleanser to start your day with.
Other common greens used are kale, coriander, mint, parsley, celery, mint. Try Carrot Coriander Juice to keep your heart in a healthy state and Palak Kale and Apple Juice to build your immunity to fight infections.
Almond Milk Smoothies for Healthy Breakfast
For Vegetarians, Almond milk is a blessing as it contains proteins, good for heart and a powerful antioxidant. Try our Saffron Cardamom Almond Milk which has dates as a sweetener. There is also the Chocolate Almond Milk for Vegans.
While Almond Milk is easily available in the market, if you want to try making it at home we have mastered that art as well. See detailed recipe of Almond Milk. This doesn’t require any soaking or cooking. Just blending! Try it out…
Healthy Breakfast Fruity Smoothies
healthy breakfast Indian fruit smoothies. Ah! These smoothies are pleasing to most palates. The sweetness the fruits lends is the true reason behind it. While you can include real sweet fruits like banana, chickoo, custard apple etc., you must remember that these are high in carbs and glycemic index. Addition of small quantity can be considered, but weight watchers must totally avoid them.
Opt for other naturally sweet fruits like apple, papaya, pear etc. You can whip up recipes like Apple Dragon Fruit Vegan Smoothie and Papaya Pear and Yoghurt Smoothie. This is a complete health potion for early mornings. It comprises of papaya and pear along with Greek Yoghurt as well as coconut milk and sunflower seeds for healthy fats. You are sure to not feel hungry for the next 2 hours after having this smoothie.
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Oats are a great source of protein for Vegetarians. Nearly 15% of the energy of Oats comes from Fats which are healthy fats good for you. So go ahead and try these healthy oats Indian breakfast recipes which are quick, easy and tasty to make.
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Steel-cut oats is a variety that’s gaining popularity of late. Here, whole grains of oats are cut into two or three groats. Hence, the name steel-cut.
Since it is made from whole grains of oats, it has a mealier mouth-feel. Being rich in fibre , this gluten-free grain is also healthy.
It is therefore a good option to make breakfast or healthy snacks. You can just add some fruits or nuts, a dash of spices and some almond milk or coconut milk to your cooked oats, and you have a delectable breakfast in front of you.
See how to cook steel cut oats.
1. Steel-Cut Oats with Strawberries and Almond Milk is a healthy vegan breakfast that the whole family will enjoy.
While strawberries steal your heart with its sweet fragrance and tangy flavour, roasted almonds add an exciting crunch to this recipe.
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