“Healthy Quinoa Poha Recipe for a Wholesome Breakfast”

“Healthy Quinoa Poha Recipe for a Wholesome Breakfast”

by | Jun 16, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Easy Quinoa Poha Recipe for a Quick Morning Meal”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

220

Fat

5g

Carbs

35g

Protein

8g

Fiber

6g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa.
  • 1/2 cup mixed vegetables(such as carrots,peas,bell peppers),finely chopped.
  • 1 small onion,finely chopped
  • 1 green chili,finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds.
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds.
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder.
  • A pinch of asafoetida (hing).
  • Curry leaves, a few.
  • Salt to taste.
  • 1 tbsp oil.
  • Fresh coriander leaves.
  • Lemon wedges for serving.

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under running water and drain.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds Let them splutter.
  3. Add cumin seeds,Asofoetida, and curry leaves.Saute for a few seconds.
  4. Add finely chopped onion and green chili.saute until the onion turns translucent.
  5. Add mixed vegetables and cook until they are slightly tender.
  6. Add turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
  7. Add rinsed quinoa and mix everything together.
  8. pour water into the pan,cover it,and let it cook on low heat for 10-12 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
  9. Fluff the quinoa with fork and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
  10. Serve the quinoa poha hot with lemon wedges.
“Fuel Your Body: Protein-Packed Parfait Delight”

“Fuel Your Body: Protein-Packed Parfait Delight”

by | Jun 16, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Boost Your Morning with a Protein Parfait”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

250

Fat

8g

Carbs

25g

Protein

20g

Fiber

6g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup mixewd berries (such as strawberries,blueberries, raspberries).
  • 1/4 cup granola,
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 tbsp nuts (such as almonds,walnuts or cashew nuts).
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds.
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish.

Instructions

  1. In a glass or bowl, layer half of the Greek yogurt.
  2. Add a layer of mixed berries on top of the yogurt.
  3. Sprinkle some granola over the berries.
  4. Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the granola.
  5. Add another layer of Greek yogurt on top.
  6. Sprinkle chopped nuts and chia seeds over the yogurt layer.
  7. Repeat the layers until all the ingredients are used.
  8. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
  9. Serve the protein parfait immediately or refrigerate for later consumption.
“Healthy and Delicious: Chickpea Pancakes Explained”

“Healthy and Delicious: Chickpea Pancakes Explained”

by | Jun 16, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Easy Chickpea Pancakes Recipe | Gluten-Free & Delicious!”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

150

Fat

3g

Carbs

25g

Protein

8g

Fiber

5g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chikpea flour (besan).
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder.
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder.
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder.
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder.
  • Salt to taste.
  • Water as needed.
  • Cooking oil for greasing the pan.

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl,Combine Chickpea flour,Baking powder,Turmeric powder,Cumin powder,red chili powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually add water and whisk until a smooth batter is formed.The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.
  3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.Grease the pan with cooking oil.
  4. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan and spread it evenly to form a thin pancake.
  5. Cook the pancake for 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to crisp up and the bottom turns golden brown.
  6. Flip the pancake and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Remove the pancake from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
  8. Serve the chickpea pancakes hot with chutney,yogurt or any desired topping.
“Easy Tofu Scramble Recipe”

“Easy Tofu Scramble Recipe”

by | Jun 16, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Easy Tofu Scramble Recipe”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

150

Fat

8g

Carbs

8g

Protein

14g

Fiber

2g

Ingredients

  • 200 grams tofu,firm.
  • 1 small onion,finely chopped.
  • 1 small bell pepper,finely chopped.
  • 1 small tomato,finely chopped.
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic,minced.
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder.
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder.
  • 1/2 tsp paprika or red chili powder
  • Salt to taste.
  • Pepper to tatse.
  • Fresh coriander leaves.
  • Cooking oil.

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture.crumble the tofu using your hands or a fork.
  2. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.Add chopped onions and saute until they become translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and saute for a minute until fragrant.
  4. Add Chopped bell peppers and tomatoes.Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  5. Add crumbled tofu to the pan. Mix well with the vegetables.
  6. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, salt and pepper.Mix it well to coat the tofu and vegetables with spices.
  7. Cook for 5-7 minutes,Stirring occasionally,until the tofu is heated through and well combined with the spices.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
  9. Serve hot tofu scramble as a delicious and protein rich breakfast or brunch option.
“Healthy Moong Dal Idli Recipe”

“Healthy Moong Dal Idli Recipe”

by | Jun 16, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

”Moong Dal Idli Recipe | Healthy Steamed Lentil Cake”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

120

Fat

1g

Carbs

20g

Protein

7g

Fiber

5g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup split moong dal.
  • 1 cup idli rice (parboiled rice).
  • 1/4 cup poha.
  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds.
  • Salt to taste.
  • Water as needed.
  • Cooking oil for greasing the idli molds.

Instructions

  1. Rinse the split moong dal, idli rice, and falkttened rice separately under running water.
  2. Soak the split moond dal, idli rice, and flattened rice in enough water for 4-5 hours or overnight.Also soak fenugreek seeds along with them.
  3. Drain the water from the soaked ingredients and transfer them to a blender.
  4. Add some water and grind into a smooth batter.The consistency should be similar to a pancake batter.
  5. Transfer the batter to a large bowland add salt. Mix well.
  6. Cover the bowl with a lid and let the batter ferment for 4-5 hours or overnightin a warmplace. The batter should rise and become slightly sour.
  7. Once the batter is fermented, mix it well.
  8. Grease the idli molds with cooking oil.
  9. Pour a ladlefulof  batter into each mold, filling it up to 3/4th.
  10. Place the idli molds in a steamer and steam for about 12-15 minutes or until the idlis are cooked.