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.

 

Healthy Veggie Bread Roll (Baked / Air-Fried)

✅ Ingredients (for 4 rolls)

  • 4 whole wheat bread slices
  • 1 large boiled potato, mashed
  • ¼ cup mixed veggies (peas/carrots/corn) OR use only potato if you want super simple
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp red chilli powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala (optional)
  • ½ tsp chaat masala (optional)
  • 1 tsp coriander (optional)
  • 1 tsp oil (for brushing)

👩‍🍳 Instructions (very simple)

1. Make the filling

In a bowl, mix:
✔ mashed potato
✔ veggies
✔ salt + chilli + garam masala
That’s it.

2. Prepare the bread

  • Take 1 slice, dip your fingers in water and lightly wet the bread (don’t soak it).
  • Flatten gently with your hand or rolling pin.

3. Fill

  • Add 1 big spoon of filling in the center.
  • Roll it tightly and press the edges to seal.

4. Cook (choose one)

A. Tawa / Pan (easiest)

  • Brush ½ tsp oil on the roll.
  • Cook on low flame, rotate till all sides turn golden.

B. Air Fryer

  • 180°C for 8–10 mins.

C. Oven

  • 200°C for 12–15 mins.

⭐ Ready to Serve!

⭐ Serving

Serve with green chutney, mint yogurt dip, or ketchup.

High-Protein No-Bake Granola Bars

Servings: 8 bars

Time: 15 minutes

Protein: ~7–9g per bar (natural protein sources only)


Ingredients (All Natural, Vegetarian)

Base

  • 1 cup rolled oats (or regular oats)
  • ½ cup roasted chana dal powder (Sattu also works)
  • ¼ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • ¼ cup honey or jaggery syrup
  • 1–2 tbsp ghee or coconut oil

Natural Protein Boosters

Use any 3–4 of these:

  • ½ cup roasted peanuts (crushed)
  • ¼ cup soy chunks (soaked, squeezed, and crumbled) — very high protein
  • ½ cup mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, chia, flax)
  • ¼ cup chopped almonds or cashews
  • ¼ cup black sesame seeds (til)

Optional Flavor

  • Cardamom or cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • 2–3 tbsp chopped dates/raisins

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Lightly roast the oats

Dry roast on low heat for 3–4 minutes until aromatic.
(Improves texture + taste.)

2. Mix the protein ingredients

In a big bowl add:

  • oats
  • roasted chana powder
  • peanuts
  • seeds
  • soy chunk crumbs (optional but gives highest protein boost)
  • nuts

Mix well.

3. Prepare the binder

In a small pan:

  • Add peanut butter + honey + ghee
  • Heat on LOW until it melts and turns smooth/sticky.
    Do NOT boil.

4. Combine

Pour hot mixture over the dry ingredients.
Mix quickly.

5. Shape

  • Spread mixture on a tray lined with baking paper.
  • Press tightly using a bowl or flat spoon.
    (Tighter = firmer bars)

6. Set

  • Refrigerate 1–2 hours
  • Cut into bars.

Stores well for 7–10 days in the fridge.


Approx Nutrition per Bar

(Depends on exact ingredients)

  • Calories: ~180–210
  • Protein: 7–9g
  • Fiber: High
  • Healthy fats: Good

Healthy Indian-Style Egg Noodles

Ingredients (2 servings)

Main:

  • 150 g whole wheat or millet noodles (or egg noodles)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ inch ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, slit (optional)
  • 1 small carrot, julienned
  • ½ cup capsicum (mixed colors), sliced
  • ½ cup cabbage, shredded
  • 2 tbsp spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

Sauce (mix in a bowl):

  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp honey or jaggery (balances flavors)

🔪 Method

  1. Boil the noodles
    • Cook according to packet instructions until just done (al dente).
    • Drain and toss with a few drops of oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Scramble the eggs
    • Heat ½ tbsp oil in a wok or large pan.
    • Beat eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, add to the pan, and scramble lightly.
    • Remove and set aside.
  3. Stir-fry the veggies
    • In the same pan, add the remaining oil.
    • Sauté garlic, ginger, and green chili for 20–30 seconds.
    • Add onion, carrot, capsicum, and cabbage.
    • Stir-fry on high heat for 2–3 minutes so they stay crisp.
  4. Combine everything
    • Add the boiled noodles, scrambled eggs, and sauce mixture.
    • Toss well for 2–3 minutes until evenly coated and heated through.
  5. Finish & serve
    • Sprinkle spring onions on top.
    • Serve hot, optionally with a squeeze of lime or a side of chili vinegar.

Mixed Dal Cheela (Protein Pancakes)

Time: 15 minutes | Calories: ~160 per cheela

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup mixed dal (moong, masoor, chana) soaked 4–5 hrs
  • 1 green chili, ginger, coriander, salt
  • Optional veggies: grated carrot or spinach

Instructions:

  1. Blend soaked dal with water into a batter.
  2. Add salt and veggies, cook like dosas on tawa.

💡 Protein-packed and very filling — great with mint chutney.

Egg White & Veggie Mug Omelette

Time: 3–4 minutes
Calories: ~180 per serving

Ingredients:

  • 3 egg whites
  • 2 tbsp chopped bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp spinach (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp onion (optional)
  • 1 tbsp low-fat cheese (optional)
  • Salt, pepper, and chili flakes

Instructions:

  1. Spray a microwave-safe mug with oil.
  2. Add all ingredients and whisk lightly.
  3. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, then cook another 30–60 seconds until firm.
  4. Eat straight from the mug!

💡 Quick protein hit for mornings or post-workout.

Singhara & Paneer Stir-Fry (Protein Boost)

Ingredients

  • Fresh singhara – 1 cup, halved
  • Paneer cubes – 1 cup
  • Capsicum – ½ cup, diced
  • Ghee or olive oil – 1 tbsp
  • Cumin seeds – ½ tsp
  • Crushed black pepper – ½ tsp
  • Salt or rock salt – to taste
  • Lemon juice – 1 tsp

Method

  1. Heat ghee, add cumin, then paneer cubes.
  2. Lightly brown paneer; add singhara and capsicum.
  3. Stir-fry for 5–6 minutes.
  4. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
    ✅ Tasty, filling, and nutritious.

Singhara Stir-Fry Recipe (Water Chestnut Stir Fry)

🍽️ Servings:

2 people

⏱️ Time:

15 minutes total


🌰 Ingredients

IngredientQuantity
Fresh singhara (water chestnuts), peeled and halved2 cups
Ghee or oil1 tbsp
Cumin seeds½ tsp
Green chili, chopped1
Ginger, grated½ tsp
Rock salt (sendha namak) or regular saltto taste
Lemon juice1 tsp
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped1 tbsp

(Optional additions: diced bell peppers or carrots for color and crunch)


🔪 Instructions

  1. Prep: Peel and halve the singharas. If using raw chestnuts, rinse them well.
  2. Heat pan: Add ghee or oil to a kadhai or pan on medium flame.
  3. Temper: Add cumin seeds; let them splutter.
  4. Flavor: Add chopped green chili and grated ginger; sauté for 20–30 seconds.
  5. Add singhara: Toss in the halved water chestnuts. Stir-fry for 5–7 minutes — just until they turn slightly glossy but remain crunchy.
  6. Finish: Add salt and lemon juice. Stir well.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped coriander. Serve hot.

Tip: Don’t overcook — singhara tastes best when it stays crisp.

Ragi Mudde (Finger Millet Mini Balls)

🌾 Ingredients (for 2 servings / about 6 mini balls)

  • Ragi (finger millet) flour – ½ cup (60 g)
  • Water – 1 cup (250 ml)
  • Salt – ¼ tsp
  • Ghee / oil – ½ tsp (optional)

Optional for flavor:

  • A pinch of jeera (cumin) or hing (asafoetida)
  • 1 tsp grated coconut or chopped coriander for garnish

🍳 Instructions

  1. Boil Water:
    In a small pan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add salt (and cumin/hing if using).
  2. Add Ragi Flour:
    Slowly sprinkle the ragi flour into the boiling water while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
  3. Cook:
    Lower the flame, cover, and let it cook for 3–4 minutes until the water is absorbed and the mixture thickens like a dough.
  4. Knead:
    Turn off the heat. Wet your hand slightly and knead the dough (using a wooden spoon if too hot) for 1–2 minutes till it becomes smooth and elastic.
  5. Shape:
    Make small balls (ping-pong size). You’ll get about 6–8 mini mudde from this quantity.
  6. Serve:
    Enjoy warm with:
    • Plain curd (low-fat) + salt
    • Sambar or rasam
    • Or drizzle a little ghee + chutney podi for flavor

💪 Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)

NutrientAmount
Calories~160 kcal
Protein~5 g
Carbs~28 g
Fiber~3 g
Fat~2 g (depends on ghee used)

🧠 Health Benefits

✅ Keeps you full for long — low GI, slow energy release
✅ Excellent for fat loss & diabetes control
✅ Rich in calcium, iron, and amino acids
✅ Improves gut health & digestion
✅ Gluten-free