Healthy Recipes

All healthy recipes are under this category. Try at your convenience.

Healthy eating means eating a variety of foods that give you the nutrients you need to maintain your health, feel good, and have energy.

 

 

These nutrients include protein, carbohydrates, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals. A healthy diet is essential for good health and nutrition.

It protects you against many chronic non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. It can also boost a person’s mood and provide them with more energy.

 

 

A doctor or dietitian can provide tips on eating a more healthful diet.  If you take care of yourself, you can keep your cholesterol and blood pressure within a safe range.

This keeps your blood flowing smoothly, decreasing your risk of cardiovascular diseases.

 

 

Eating a variety of foods and consuming less salt, sugars, and saturated and industrially-produced trans-fats, are essential for a healthy diet

Healthy  Recipes foods nourish us with vitamins, minerals, protein, fiber, and healthy fat.

 

 

So, healthy recipes are made up of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean meats, legumes, low-fat or fat-free dairy, and healthy fats.

It’s a combination of these foods that give us the most nutritional bang for our caloric buck. Nutrition is important for everyone.

 

 

When combined with being physically active and maintaining a healthy weight, eating well is an excellent way to help your body stay strong and healthy.

 

 

Having foods & drink that are high in fat, sugar & salt have these often & in small amounts.

Nutritious recipes can include butter and sugar, just like healthy meals can include an indulgent dessert—

it’s all about moderation and the big picture.

 

Garlic Milk (1 Cup Recipe)

By / Breakfast Recipes, Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Winter Recipes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, crushed or finely sliced
  • ½–1 tsp honey (optional, for sweetness)
  • A pinch of turmeric (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits)
  • A pinch of black pepper (optional, helps absorption)

Instructions

  1. Heat the milk in a small saucepan on low–medium heat.
  2. Add the crushed or sliced garlic.
  3. Let it simmer for 5–7 minutes until the garlic softens and the flavor infuses.
  4. Optional: Add turmeric and black pepper during the simmer.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Strain if you prefer smooth milk, or leave the garlic pieces in if you don’t mind them.
  7. Stir in honey after the milk cools slightly (so it doesn’t lose nutrients).

How to Drink

  • Best enjoyed warm, usually at night.
  • Drink immediately for best flavor and benefits.

One-Pot Quinoa With Spinach & Chickpeas

By / Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Weight Loss Recipes

Serves: 2–3

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 20 min

🥘 Ingredients

Base

  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed well)
  • 1 can chickpeas (or 1.5 cups cooked)
  • 2 cups spinach (fresh or 1 cup frozen)
  • 2.25 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped (or ½ cup canned tomatoes)
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 1 green chili, slit (optional)

Spices

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds (optional)
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1–1.5 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp red chili powder (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Oil

  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil, ghee, or coconut oil

Optional add-ins

  • ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder) or lemon juice
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

🍲 Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot or deep pan over medium heat.
  2. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds; let them crackle.
  3. Add onion, sauté until translucent (3–4 minutes).
  4. Add ginger, garlic, and green chili; sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Add tomatoes and cook until soft and pulpy.
  6. Add all dry spices (turmeric, coriander, garam masala, red chili powder); cook 1 minute.
  7. Add chickpeas and mix to coat with spices.
  8. Add rinsed quinoa, toast for 1–2 minutes.
  9. Add water or broth, bring to a boil.
  10. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy.
  11. Stir in spinach, cover again for 2–3 minutes to wilt.
  12. Add salt, lemon juice, and adjust seasoning.
  13. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

Healthy Ragi Mudde Recipe

By / Breakfast Recipes, Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Weight loss for Diabetes - Recipes, Weight Loss Recipes, Winter Recipes

Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 1 cup ragi (finger millet) flour
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ tsp ghee (optional but recommended for flavor & easier rolling)
  • ¼–½ tsp salt (optional)
  • (Optional healthy additions)
    • 1–2 tbsp cooked tur dal water / veggie stock (for extra nutrition)
    • 1 tsp flaxseed powder or chia seeds (optional)

🥣 Instructions

1. Boil water

  • In a heavy-bottomed pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  • Add salt and ½ tsp ghee.

2. Mix ragi slurry (important for lump-free mudde)

  • In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp ragi flour with ¼ cup water to make a smooth paste.
  • Add this paste to the boiling water while stirring — this prevents lumps.

3. Add remaining ragi flour

  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Add the rest of the ragi flour in one go.
  • Do NOT stir immediately; let it steam for 1 minute.

4. Stir and cook

  • With a sturdy spoon (or mudde katti), mix vigorously until it forms a smooth dough-like ball.
  • Cook covered for 3–4 minutes on low heat.

5. Shape the mudde

  • Wet your palms with cold water or apply a drop of ghee.
  • Roll the hot ragi mixture into smooth balls.

✔️ Healthy Tips

  • Add dal water instead of plain water for protein boost.
  • Use minimal ghee—just enough for shaping (optional).
  • Great to pair with:
    • Sambar
    • Bassaru
    • Chicken or mutton saaru
    • Coconut chutney + rasam

🍽️ Nutrition Benefits

  • High in fiber → good for digestion
  • Rich in calcium & iron
  • Low glycemic index → diabetic-friendly
  • Gluten-free

Fresh & Healthy Dal Salad Recipe

By / Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Salads, Weight Loss Recipes, Winter Recipes

⭐ Serves: 2–3

⭐ Ready in: 25 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 1 cup cooked dal (Chana dal, moong dal (whole or split), masoor dal (whole or split), kala chana, kabuli chana, whole masoor, and rajma are the best dals to use in dal salads.)
  • 1 small cucumber, diced
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • ½ red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ capsicum (any color), diced
  • 2–3 tbsp fresh coriander or parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup boiled corn (optional)
  • ¼ cup pomegranate seeds (optional, adds sweetness)
  • A handful of lettuce or baby spinach (optional)

For the Dressing

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tsp mustard ( Dijon or regular )
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp cumin powder (optional — adds great flavor)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the lentils

  • Cook dal until they are soft but not mushy.
    (Boil ½ cup raw lentils with water for 15–20 minutes or use pre-cooked ones.)
  • Drain and let them cool.

2. Chop the veggies

  • Dice cucumber, tomato, onion, capsicum, and chop herbs.

3. Make the dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together:
    Olive oil + lemon juice + mustard + garlic + honey + cumin + salt + pepper.

4. Combine everything

  • Add cooked dal to a large bowl.
  • Toss in all chopped vegetables, herbs, and optional add-ins.
  • Pour the dressing over and mix gently.

5. Serve

  • Serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes for deeper flavor.
  • Great as a snack, side dish, or light lunch!

💚 Why this salad is super healthy

  • High plant-based protein
  • Great source of fiber → keeps you full
  • Low-fat, nutrient-rich
  • Perfect for weight loss & meal prep

Healthy Kala Chana Tikki Chaat(No-Fry Version)

By / Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Weight Loss Recipes, Winter Recipes

🍛 Ingredients (Indian-style but healthified)

For the Tikkis

  • 1 cup kala chana (black chickpeas), soaked overnight
  • 1 medium sweet potato or regular potato (boiled & mashed)
  • ¼ cup oats flour (ground oats) — Indian healthy binding
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1–2 green chilies, chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1 tsp jeera (cumin) powder
  • 1 tsp dhaniya (coriander) powder
  • ½ tsp red chili powder
  • ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder)
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped
  • A few drops of oil for brushing

For the Chaat Toppings (Indian Street Style)

  • Homemade curd, whisked with a pinch of salt + pinch of sugar
  • Green chutney (coriander, mint, green chili, lemon, salt)
  • Sweet chutney (imli + a little jaggery)
  • Finely chopped onion
  • Finely chopped tomato
  • Roasted jeera powder
  • Chaat masala
  • Red chili powder
  • Coriander leaves
  • Pomegranate seeds (optional but healthy)
  • Roasted chana dal / crushed peanuts instead of sev for a healthy crunch

🍳 How to Make It (Indian Method)

1. Cook Kala Chana

  • Pressure cook soaked kala chana with a little salt (4–5 whistles).
  • Drain completely.
  • Mash slightly or pulse in mixer once (keep some texture).

2. Prepare the Tikki Dough

Mix together:

  • Crushed chana
  • Mashed sweet potato/potato
  • Onion + ginger + chili
  • Spices (jeera, dhaniya, red chili, chaat masala, amchur)
  • Oats flour for binding

Taste and adjust spices (Indian tikkis are usually tangy + spicy).

3. Shape & Cook

Air Fryer (healthiest Indian style)

  • Shape tikkis
  • Brush with 2–3 drops of oil
  • Air fry at 180°C for 12–15 mins
  • Flip halfway

Tawa (Indian home style, low oil)

  • Heat a cast-iron tawa
  • Brush lightly with oil
  • Cook tikkis on medium flame
  • Press gently to make them crisp on both sides

🍽️ Assemble the Indian Chaat

On a plate:

  1. Place 2–3 hot tikkis.
  2. Spoon over curd.
  3. Add green chutney + imli-jaggery chutney.
  4. Sprinkle onion, tomato.
  5. Add chaat masala, roasted jeera powder, red chili powder.
  6. Add roasted peanuts/chana dal for crunch.
  7. Garnish with dhania + pomegranate.

❤️ Healthy Tips (Indian Cooking Style)

  • Use sweet potato to avoid too many carbs.
  • Add sprouts on top for a protein boost.
  • Use homemade curd — lighter and fresher.
  • Avoid sev to make it weight-loss friendly.
  • Add lemon juice before serving for an authentic Indian tang.

⭐ Why This Recipe Is Healthy

  • High in plant protein + fiber
  • Low oil (no deep frying)
  • Low glycemic index
  • Gluten-free (if using besan)
  • Great for weight loss & digestion

Soft & Fluffy Paneer Idli Recipe

By / Breakfast Recipes, Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Breakfast Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Science behind weight loss, Weight Loss Recipes

Paneer idli is a protein-rich, kid-friendly twist on the classic South Indian idli. You can make it two ways:

  1. Paneer mixed into the batter, or
  2. Paneer stuffing inside the idli.

Below is the easiest mixed-batter version, plus an optional stuffing version.

⭐ Ingredients (for 12–14 idlis)

For the idli batter

  • 2 cups idli batter (fermented)
  • ½ cup grated paneer
  • 1–2 tbsp curd (optional, for softness)
  • Salt to taste (if your batter isn’t already salted)
  • 1–2 tbsp chopped coriander (optional)
  • 1 green chilli finely chopped (optional)

⭐ Optional Tempering (adds flavor)

  • 1 tsp oil or ghee
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp urad dal
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped onions
  • Few curry leaves
    (Mix this into the batter if you want masala-style paneer idlis.)

⭐ Method

1. Prepare the batter

  • Take fermented idli batter in a bowl.
  • Add grated paneer, curd (optional), coriander, and chillies.
  • Mix gently—don’t overmix or the idlis won’t be fluffy.

2. Optional: Tempering

  • Heat oil, splutter mustard seeds, add urad dal and onions; sauté lightly.
  • Let it cool slightly and fold it into the batter.

3. Steam the idlis

  • Grease the idli plates.
  • Pour batter up to ¾ full.
  • Steam for 10–12 minutes on medium heat.
  • Let them rest for 2 minutes before removing.

4. Serve

Serve hot with:

  • Coconut chutney
  • Tomato chutney
  • Sambar
  • Or drizzle ghee on top!

🍽 Alternative: Paneer Stuffed Idlis (Quick Version)

Stuffing:

  • ½ cup crumbled paneer
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • ¼ tsp red chilli powder
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • Salt, pepper
  • Coriander

Steps:

  1. Prepare a dry paneer bhurji–style stuffing.
  2. Pour a spoon of batter into each mould, add 1 tsp paneer stuffing, cover with more batter.
  3. Steam 12–14 minutes.

If you want, I can also give:
✅ Paneer Idli Fry recipe
✅ Restaurant-style chutney pairing
✅ Instant no-fermentation idli with paneer

Pregnancy-Friendly Date Milk

By / Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Winter Recipes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (preferably pasteurized, full-fat or low-fat)
  • 2–3 soft dates (pitted)
  • A pinch of cardamom (optional)

Instructions

  1. Clean the dates
    Rinse them well and remove the pits.
  2. Boil the milk with dates
    • Add milk to a small saucepan.
    • Add the dates.
    • Bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Simmer
    Simmer for 5–10 minutes so the dates release flavor and natural sweetness.
  4. Remove the dates
    Lift the dates out with a spoon (or strain the milk).
  5. Serve
    Enjoy warm. You can drink it in the morning or at bedtime.

Why This Is Good During Pregnancy

  • Natural iron from dates (even when dates are removed, some minerals infuse into the milk).
  • Energy + mild sweetness without added sugar.
  • Warm milk can help relaxation and better sleep.

Safety Notes (Important)

Guava Smoothie

By / Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Smoothies, Weight Loss Recipes

Ingredients (1–2 servings)

  • 2 ripe guavas (pink or white), washed and chopped
  • 1 cup milk or coconut milk or water (for a lighter smoothie)
  • ½ cup yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
  • 1–2 tbsp honey or sugar (to taste)
  • 4–5 ice cubes
  • 1 tbsp lemon/lime juice (optional, enhances flavor)
  • A pinch of salt (optional, balances sweetness)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the guava:
    Chop the guavas and remove seeds if you prefer a smoother drink. (You can blend with seeds and strain afterward.)
  2. Blend:
    Add guava, milk (or coconut milk), yogurt, sweetener, and ice to a blender.
  3. Blend until smooth.
  4. Strain (optional):
    Use a fine sieve if you want a silkier texture.
  5. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Variations

  • Tropical twist: Add ½ banana or ¼ cup pineapple.

healthy Indian-style Paneer Masala Oats

By / Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Weight Loss Recipes

Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • Paneer (cottage cheese) – 100 g, cubed
  • Rolled oats – ½ cup
  • Onion – 1 small, finely chopped
  • Tomato – 1 medium, finely chopped or pureed
  • Green chili – 1, finely chopped (optional)
  • Ginger-garlic paste – ½ tsp
  • Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp
  • Red chili powder – ½ tsp
  • Coriander powder – ½ tsp
  • Garam masala – ¼ tsp
  • Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
  • Oil – 1 tsp (preferably olive or sunflower)
  • Salt – to taste
  • Water / low-fat milk – 1 cup
  • Fresh coriander leaves – for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roast the oats (optional, for nuttiness):
    Dry roast the oats in a pan for 2–3 minutes on medium heat until they turn slightly golden. Keep aside.
  2. Prepare the masala:
    Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, let them splutter. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add aromatics:
    Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for 1 minute until raw smell disappears.
  4. Cook tomatoes & spices:
    Add chopped/pureed tomato, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the masala (2–3 minutes).
  5. Add paneer:
    Add paneer cubes, gently mix so they are coated with the masala.
  6. Add oats and liquid:
    Add roasted oats and 1 cup water (or milk for creaminess). Stir well and cook on medium heat for 3–5 minutes until oats are soft and cooked. Stir occasionally to avoid sticking.
  7. Finish with garam masala & garnish:
    Sprinkle garam masala and chopped coriander leaves. Mix gently.
  8. Serve hot:
    Enjoy as a healthy breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

✅ Tips for extra healthiness:

  • Use low-fat paneer or homemade paneer to reduce calories.
  • Add vegetables like peas, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrients.

Low-Fat Dates Milkshake (Healthy & Easy)

By / Breakfast Recipes, Fitpiq Team, Health Tips, Healthy Breakfast Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Protein Rich Recipes, Smoothies, Weight Loss Recipes, Winter Recipes

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 1 cup low-fat milk (can be warm or chilled)
  • 2–3 soft dates (Medjool or regular; remove seeds)
  • ½ cup water or a few ice cubes (optional for thinner texture)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon or cardamom (optional, for flavor)
  • 1 tsp chia seeds (optional, adds thickness & nutrition)

Instructions

  1. Soak the dates in warm water for 10 minutes to soften (skip if already soft).
  2. Add milk + soaked dates to a blender.
  3. Add cinnamon/cardamom if using.
  4. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding one extra date if needed.
  6. Serve immediately.

Tips to keep it low-fat & healthier

  • Use low-fat or skimmed milk for fewer calories.
  • Limit to 2–3 dates if you want lower sugar.
  • For extra thickness without fat: add ½ frozen banana slice or chia gel (optional).
  • Want it cold? Blend with 2–3 ice cubes instead of adding more milk.