Category Archives: Healthy Meals

Tofu matar masala recipe – How to make tofu and peas curry recipe – healthy recipes

Tofu matar masala is a healthy side dish for rotis made with ‘tofu’ also called as ‘soya paneer’.  Tofu is low in calorie but has got high protein content.  An excellent source of amino acids, iron, calcium and other micro-nutrients, tofu is a versatile ingredient with many health benefits.  Tofu, or bean curd, is a

Oats dhokla recipe – How to make oats dhokla recipe – oats recipes

Oats dhokla is a healthy recipe made with powdered oats and little gram flour.  This tasty snack is also easy to make and makes up for a perfect tea-time snack .  Oats helps reduce cholesterol, gives energy to keep you going and helps maintain weight. Oats is a good source of protein and a rich

Strawberry milkshake recipe – How to make strawberry milkshake recipe

Strawberry milkshake is a healthy and refreshing drink made from strawberries and milk.  You can use fresh ones if they are in season  or use frozen strawberries for making this drink.  This drink energises you instantly and can be had as breakfast drink or any time of the day.  Strawberry milkshake is made with minimum ingredients and very

Palak chana dal recipe – How to make spinach chana dal – Dal recipes

Palak chana dal is a healthy and nutritious dal made with spinach leaves and chana dal.  Palak is rich in iron and chana dal is highly nutritious and equally rich in proteins, calcium, iron and B vitamins.  It is a healthy indian curry which goes well with rice and chapathis.  Spinach gives a nice colour

Palak tofu / spinach tofu recipe – How to make tofu in spinach gravy recipe – palak recipes

Palak tofu is a healthy vegan dish made with spinach puree and tofu. Palak paneer is one of the most popular North Indian dish and is available easily in most of the restaurants in  India. Palak tofu is very similar to palak paneer.  But here only paneer is replaced by tofu and cooked in spinach gravy.  Tofu goes well

Sprouts fried rice recipe – How to make sprouts fried rice recipe – rice dishes

Mixed sprouts fried rice is a quick and tasty one pot meal made with mixed sprouts and rice and seasoned with vinegar, soya sauce, tomato sauce and green chilli paste.  It is a filling and healthy rice dish  which does not need any side dish and can be had just as it is.  You can

Carrot moong dal salad recipe – How to make carrot kosambari recipe – salad recipes

Carrot moong dal salad or hesaru bele kosambari (as called in Karnataka) is the  healthiest salad made from carrot and moong dal and a traditional salad of Karnataka State.  This salad is commonly served as a side dish during a wedding feast.  Lemon juice added to this salad gives a tangy taste.   Carrot moong dal

Amla rice | Nellikai chitranna | Nellikai sadam recipe – Amla recipes

Amla rice or gooseberry rice is one of the easiest but also healthiest dish made with amla and rice.  Amla is an excellent source of Vitamin C and hence it helps boost your immunity, metabolism and prevents viral and bacterial ailments, including cough and cold.  It also helps in slowing down the ageing process, keeps

Chana dal fry recipe – How to make punjabi chana dal recipe – dal recipes

Chana dal also called as bengal gram (split chickpeas) is produced by removing the outer layer of kala chana (black chickpeas).  It is high on proteins and regular consumption helps in reducing protein malnutrition.  Chana dal is used to make curries and one of the most popular vegetarian foods in India.  Chana dal is one of

Apple chocolate smoothie recipe – How to make apple chocolate smoothie recipe

Apple chocolate smoothie is a healthy and quick smoothie recipe made with apple, milk, cocoa powder and sugar.  It is an ideal drink for kids as well, as it is tasty as well as healthy.  Apple goes well with chocolate and milk along with apples provides nutrition as well as taste.  Do try this healthy drink and