“Hearty Lentil Delight”

“Hearty Lentil Delight”

by | Jun 30, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Satisfying Lentil Soup Recipe: Comfort in Every Spoonful”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

200

Fat

3g

Carbs

35g

Protein

12g

Fiber

15g

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup lentils,rinsed and drained
  • 1 onion,chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 carrot diced.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or water.
  • 1 tsp cumin powder.
  • 1 tsp coriander powder.
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  •  Salt and pepper to taste 
  • 2 tbsp olive oil.
  •  fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions,garlic,carrot.Saute until the vegetables are softened about 5 minutes.
  3. Add cumin powder,coriander powder,and turmericpowder.Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
  4. Add lentils and vegetable broth or water to the pot.Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low cover the pot and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender and cooked through.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Use an immersion blender or transfer a portion of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.Alternatively, you can leave it chunky if you prefer.
  8. Serve the lentil soup hot,garnised with fresh cilantro.
“Kanda Poha: A Flavorful Maharashtrian Breakfast Dish”

“Kanda Poha: A Flavorful Maharashtrian Breakfast Dish”

by | Jun 19, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

” Kanda Poha Recipe: Authentic Maharashtrian Breakfast Delight”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

150

Fat

0g

Carbs

76g

Protein

7g

Fiber

6g

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of poha.
  • 1 tablespoon of oil.
  • 1 large onion finely chopped.
  • 3 to 5 green chilies chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon of peanuts.
  • 1 teaspoon of urad dal.
  • 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds.
  • 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida (hing).
  • Curry Leaves.
  • Salt to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder.
  • Lemon juice to taste.
  • Chopped fresh coriander leaves.
  • 1/2 cup of water.

Instructions

  1. In a bowl combine the poha,water, salt,turmeric and lemon juice.Mix and set aside.
  2. In a pan heat the oilk and roast the peanuts until golden.Add the mustard seeds,urad dal and hing.mix until golden.
  3. Add the onion curry leaves and green chilies. Add a pinch of salt,sugar,and turmeric mix it well.
  4. Add the poha and toss until everything is heated through Add the coriander leaves and mix it.
  5. Serve it and enjoy.

 

“Savory Besan Chilla: A Flavorful Indian Pancake”

“Savory Besan Chilla: A Flavorful Indian Pancake”

by | Jun 19, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Authentic Besan Chilla Recipe for a Delicious Breakfast”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

200

Fat

7g

Carbs

25g

Protein

8g

Fiber

5g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup besan.
  • 1/4 Cup finely chopped onions.
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes.
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped bell peppers.
  • 2 green chilies,finely chopped.
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder.
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder.
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder.
  • Salt to taste.
  • Water as needed.
  • Oil for cooking.
  • Fresh coriander leaves.

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl,add besan, chopped onions, tomatoes,bell pepper,green chilies,turmeric powder,cumin powder,red chili powder, and salt, mix it well.
  2. Gradually add water to the besan mixture while stirring continuously, until a smooth batter-like consistency is achieved. The batter should not be too thick or too thin.
  3. Heat a non-stick pan or tawa over medium heat and grease it with a little oil.
  4. Pour a ladleful of the besan batter onto the pan and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin pancake like shape.
  5. Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges of the cheela and cook for a few minutes until the bottom side turns golden brown.
  6. Flip the cheela and cook the other side until it is cooked through and lightly browned.
  7. Repeat the process with the remaining batter to make more cheelas.
  8. Garnish the besan cheelas with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with chutney or yogurt.

 

“Chia Delight: Indulgent Pudding Creations”

“Chia Delight: Indulgent Pudding Creations”

by | Jun 19, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Delicious Chia Seeds Pudding Recipes for a Healthy Treat”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

180

Fat

10g

Carbs

15g

Protein

10g

Fiber

11g

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup chia seeds.
  • 1 cup milk.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • Fresh fruits or nuts for topping.

Instructions

  1. In a bowl,combine chia seeds,milk,sweetner,and vanilla extract.Stir well.
  2. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes and then stir again to prevent clumping of chia seeds.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight or for atleast 4 hours to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
  4. After chilling, give the chia pudding a good stir.If it appears too thick, you can add a little more milk to adjust the consistency.
  5. Serve the chia seeds pudding in individual bowls or glasses and top with fresh fruits or nuts,if desired.
  6. Enjoy the chia seed pudding as a healthy and nutritious breakfast or snack!
“Ragi Idli: Traditional South Indian Recipe Made Healthy”

“Ragi Idli: Traditional South Indian Recipe Made Healthy”

by | Jun 16, 2024 | Healthy Indian Breakfast Recipes

“Ragi Idli: Traditional South Indian Recipe Made Healthy”

MACRONUTRIENTS

Calories

150

Fat

1g

Carbs

30g

Protein

5g

Fiber

5g

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ragi flour.
  • 1/2 cup urad dal.
  • 1/2 cup idli rice or parboiled rice.
  • 1/4 cup poha.
  • Salt to taste.
  • Water for soaking and grinding.
  • Cooking oil for greasing the idli plates.

Instructions

  1. Wash and soak the urad dal,eice, and poha in separate bowls for 4-6 hours.
  2. Grind the soaked urad dal to a smooth and fluffy batter using a grinder or mixer.Add water as needed.
  3. Grind the soaked rice and poha to a slightly coarse texture.Add water as needed.
  4. Mix the grind urad dal batter and rice poha batter together in a large bowl.Add ragi flour and salt.Mix well to form a smooth batter.The Consistency should be similar to regular idli batter.
  5. Cover the bowl and let the batter ferment overnight or for at least 8 hours.
  6. Once the batter is fermented,grease the idli plates with cooking oil.
  7. Pour a ladleful of the batter into each idli mould.
  8. Steam the idlis in a steamer for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through.
  9. Remove the idlis from the steamer and let them cool for a minute.
  10. Gently remove the idlis from the moulds using a spoon.
  11. Serve the ragi idlis hot with sambar,coconut chutney,or any desired accompaniment.
“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.