11 Best Healthy Recipes | Easy Healthy Recipes
Best Healthy Recipes | Healthy food doesn't have to be dull and neither does it have to be complex. And to prove this to you, we've got a wide range of surprisingly delicious tips and wholesome recipes. The kind that any out and proud foodie will love.
But first, we'll have to ask you to turn your back on all junk-food cravings. As David Kesler puts it rightly in his book 'The End of Overeating'- "A sense of powerlessness is a big obstacle to success. You need to develop a sense of your own capacity for control." You need to put a stop to untimely cravings, especially those that desire salt, fat and sugar.
After all that greasy biryani, piping hot halwa and crumbly shaami kebabs, our bodies could use a break. And that doesn't mean that you ban carbs from your diet or eat all you can in an eight hour window. New age nutritionists believe that eating healthy is all about eating desirable. So opt for a delightful mix of proteins like soya, chickpea,tofu, seeds, leafy greens, all kinds of grains and wheat.
If you're one of those who eat out-of-home because you can't crack an egg open, then we've got you covered as well. Our tips and easy healthy recipes such as kiwi smoothie, jowar medley and carrot salad, all these will put even the most amateur of cooks on the right track. We've also got some great advice for impulsive and emotional eaters.
Throw out the high-calorie food, empty your snack drawer even though we know it'll pain you to do so, and munch on seeds like flax, pumpkin and amaranth. Add some fresh fruits as well for a good dose of potassium, magnesium and calcium. And finally, some fiber-rich toasted almonds and walnuts that are rich in Omega-3 fatty acid.
It's really hard to switch to a healthy diet, especially when you've never had to think of it before. So let's start slow.
Here are a few handy tips that don't tell you to put out all your cravings, but show you how to manage them better
Tips For A Healthy Diet
1. Try low-fat yogurt with seasonal fruits like berries, bananas and melon.
2. Replace sour cream with blended low-calorie cottage cheese or a home-made buttery avocado spread. Both being protein rich options are extremely beneficial, especially for vegetarians.
3. Sugar lovers - Include a tiny portion of dark chocolate in your daily diet to cut out sugar cravings and make your skin softer and radiant.
4. If you like peanut butter, then make it at home. Just take soaked peanuts and grind them together till they look like cream. But restrict your intake to one spoon every few days.
5. Instead of frying eggs and bacon, lay them on a tray, and bake to perfection.
6. Eat a lot of baked fish for a healthy heart.
7. Add mushrooms to make meatballs, and use whole wheat pasta for a healthy variation of Spaghetti Meatballs.
8. Healthy cookies: Bake healthful cookies with ragi or oatmeal.
Now, let's get down to cooking. From sweet and sour salads to amaranth tikki, from buttermilk chicken to delicately charred broccoli, we've got it all.
Here are some fresh, inventive and elegant recipes that you'll want to bookmark | Easy Healthy Recipes:
1. Chicken Ball & Spinach Soup
Chef: Divya Burman
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
A subtle tasting and low fat soup. The flavor is light and lemony. Its full of healthy veggies, light chicken balls and is filling to the core.Ingredients Of Chicken Ball And Spinach Soup
For chicken balls:
- 500 Gram Chicken leg or breast (minced, leg will result in a softer texture)
- Spring onion greens, finely chopped
- Carrots, shredded
- 1 tsp White pepper powder
- 2 Chicken stock cubes (crumbled)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 2 1/2 Tbsp Ginger, grated
- 1 Egg (for binding)
- To taste Salt
- A pinch of Star anise powder
- 2 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 3 Tbsp Soya sauce
- Potato starch (optional)
- For the soup:
- 5 Cups Chicken stock or hot water mixed with 2 stock cubes
- 1/2 Cup Mushrooms, chopped
- Few Spinach leaves (ripped)
- Bean sprouts (cleaned and kept aside)
- 3 Lemons (juiced)
- Soya sauce
- To taste Salt
- 2 Eggs (beaten)
How to Make Chicken Ball And Spinach Soup
Prepare chicken balls:
1.Mix all ingredients above with mince till evenly distributed and place in the refrigerator.
Prepare the soup:
1.Heat stock and when boiling add the egg mix till it scrambles in the soup. Mix lightly.
2.Take chicken out of fridge and form balls with wet hands. Add to soup.
3.Now taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and soya sauce.
4.Finally add mushrooms and shredded carrots. Let it cook till they have a nice crunch and not overdone.
5.Add lemon juice. Taste. If you need more juice, add. Dont overcook the lemon juice.
6.At the end, just before serving, throw in the bean sprouts and torn spinach leaves and serve.
7.Serve with vinegar-chillies and your favorite chilli sauce.
Key Ingredients: Chicken leg or breast (minced, leg will result in a softer texture), Spring onion greens, Carrots, White pepper powder, Chicken stock cubes (crumbled), Sesame oil, Ginger, Egg (for binding), Salt, Star anise powder, Garlic, Soya sauce, Potato starch (optional), Chicken stock or hot water mixed with 2 stock cubes, Mushrooms, Spinach leaves (ripped), Bean sprouts (cleaned and kept aside), Lemons (juiced), Soya sauce, Salt, Eggs (beaten)
A big bowl of inviting soup made with balls of mince chicken, fresh spinach, carrots and sprouts. It's the perfect partner on a rainy night, is light, lemony and will fill you up quick.
best-healthy-recipes-1A lemony, tangy bowl of chicken and spinach, full of nutrients. The perfect meal.
2. Patrani Machchi
Chef: Chef Rajdeep Kapoor, Intercontinental,Park Royal
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Cook Time: 1 hr
Difficulty Level: Easy
About Patrani Machchi Recipe: The classic Parsi fish preparation by ace Chef Rajdeep Kapoor. Pomfret fillets coated in coconut chutney, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed.Ingredients Of Patrani Machchi
800 Gram Pomfret fillet
6 tsp Malt vinegar
To taste Salt
2 Tbsp Olive oil
3 Lemons (juiced)
Banana leaves (to wrap each fillet separately)
For the coconut chutney:
- 1 Cup Curd
- 1/4 Cup Fresh coconut
- 1 Cup Coriander leaves
- 6 Green chillies whole
- 2 tsp Garlic
- 1 tsp Red chilli powder
- 1/2 tsp Coriander seeds
- 5 tsp Cumin seeds
- 2 tsp Castor sugar
- How to Make Patrani Machchi
- 1.Clean and wash fish.
- 2.Sprinkle vinegar and salt, marinate for 30 minutes.
- 3.Trim, wash and wipe banana leaves.
- 4.Prepare chutney with coriander leaves, coconut, green chillies, cumin seeds, garlic, coriander seeds and curd.
- 5.Add salt, lemon juice and red chillie powder.
- 6.Put the fish fillets in the chutney.
- 7.Apply oil to the banana leaves and wrap each piece separately.
- 8.Steam the fish in a steamer or an idli maker for 30 minutes.
- 9.Unwrap the fish, arrange on a platter and serve with lemon wedges.
Key Ingredients: Pomfret fillet, Malt vinegar, Salt, Olive oil, Lemons (juiced), Banana leaves (to wrap each fillet separately), Curd, Fresh coconut, Coriander leaves, Green chillies whole, Garlic, Red chilli powder, Coriander seeds, Cumin seeds, Castor sugar
This Parsi delicacy is an absolute delight! Fresh and fleshy pomfret pieces marinated in coconut, coriander, cumin, chillies, garlicand steamed till soft and perfect.
Wrapped in banana leaf, this fish recipe is a unique yet an easy one to prepare as a healthy snack option.
3. Jowar Medley
Recipe By: NDTV Food
Recipe Servings: 2
Prep Time: 05 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Cook Time: 25 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
About Jowar Medley Recipe : Cook up a healthy jowar medley filled with vegetables and flavor. Enjoy a light snack, the guilt free way!Ingredients Of Jowar Medley
- 1 Tbsp rice bran oil
- 2 tbsp mustard seeds
- 15-20 curry leaves
- green chillies (de-seeded)
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2-3 baby corn (diced)
- 1/2 zucchini, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow pepper, chopped
- to taste pepper
- to taste salt
- 1 cup jowar seeds (sorghum)
How to Make Jowar Medley
1.Soak the jowar seeds overnight and boil it in the same water for 15 minutes. (Optional: Boil it with 2 garlic cloves wrapped in a muslin cloth to infuse some flavor.)
2.Heat the rice bran oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chillies and ginger.
3.When the seeds splutter, add baby corn, after a minute add the the zucchin. Stir fry.
4.Add the red peppers and yellow peppers. Stir fry.
5.Add the salt , pepper & cooked jowar. Toss well.
6.Garnish with coriander leaves.
7.Serve.
Key Ingredients: rice bran oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chillies (de-seeded), ginger, baby corn (diced), zucchini, red pepper, yellow pepper, pepper, salt, jowar seeds (sorghum)
A bowl of healthy jowar medley is not only healthy but is also a tasty option to include in your meal. Jowar being a rich source of protein, calcium and and fiber makes for a nourishing full meal. When combined with baby corn and zucchini it enhances the nutritious value. It is bright, it's inviting and it's bang on.
best-healthy-recipes-3Enjoy a light snack, the guilt free way!
4. Amaranth Tikkis
Chef: NDTV Food
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Cook Time: 45 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
Who would have thought that the humble amaranth could be transformed into something so delicious? A gluten free tikki made with amaranth seeds and stir fried vegetables that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients Of Amaranth Tikkis
- 1 cup amaranth (chaulai) seeds
- 2 cups water
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped zucchini
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 Tbsp chilli powder
- A pinch of amchoor powder
- 1 Tbsp garam masala
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Lots of freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp oil, to pan fry
Amaranth flour or breadcrumbs for dusting
How to Make Amaranth Tikkis
Cooking the amaranth seeds:
1.Boil 2 cups of water and add the amaranth stirring well.
2.After a quick boil, cover the bowl, lower the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
3.When amaranth is cooked, season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Keep aside.
For the masala:
1.In a small pan, add 1 Tbsp oil, saute garlic and onion until glossy.
2.Then add the red pepper and zucchini, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
3.Then add the lemon zest, garam masala powder, coriander powder, red chilli, and stir fry. Add the amchoor and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
4.Add this mixture to the boiled amaranth. Let it cool until easily handled.
5.Then make patties. Coat them in amaranth flour or breadcrumbs.
6.Pan fry them, using 2 tablespoons of oil till golden.
Key Ingredients: 1 cup amaranth (chaulai) seeds, 2 cups water, 1 Tbsp oil, 3 cloves garlic, finely minced, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1/2 cup finely chopped zucchini, 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper, Salt, to taste, 1/4 Tbsp chilli powder, A pinch of amchoor powder, 1 Tbsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp coriander powder, 1/2 tsp lemon zest, Lots of freshly ground black pepper, 2 Tbsp oil, to pan fry, Amaranth flour or breadcrumbs for dusting
This is by far our most favourite recipe. A gorgeous tikki made with amaranth, fresh vegetables and what's even better is that they're gluten free. Amaranth, besides being a powerhouse of nutrients like fiber and proteins, it is incredibly versatile.
best-healthy-recipes-4Healthy, guilt-free amaranth tikkis to savour along with a chutney of your choice.
5. Lentil and Charred Broccoli Chaat
Chef: NDTV Food
Recipe Servings: 4
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Cook Time: 25 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
Lentil and Charred Broccoli Chaat Recipe : Roasted/charred broccoli is tossed in with lentil, beans, potatoes and methi sprouts, sprinkled with a delicious mix of dressing.Ingredients Of Lentil And Charred Broccoli Chaat
- 1 Cup masoor dal (cooked)
- 30-40 Gram black beans (cooked)
- 8 broccoli florets
- Few drops Tabasco sauce
- 1/2 a sweet lime/mosambi cut into segments
- 100 Gram papaya (diced)
- 2-3 potatoes (cooked)
- 1 Cup methi sprouts
- For the Chaat Dressing:
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- 1/2 tsp amchur (raw mango) powder
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 20 Ml honey
- 30-35 Gram onions, chopped
How to Make Lentil and Charred Broccoli Chaat
1.Cut and trim broccoli florets.
2.Season with salt, pepper and olive oil and put on a grill until charred.
3.Alternately you could even roast in the oven for 15 minutes or so.
4.Whisk all the dressing ingredients together to mix well.
5.Add all the ingredients for the chaat in a bowl.
6.Pour in the dressing and toss together.
7.Add some methi sprouts and the charred broccoli and serve.
Key Ingredients : masoor dal (cooked), black beans (cooked), broccoli florets, Tabasco sauce, a sweet lime/mosambi cut into segments, papaya (diced), potatoes (cooked), methi sprouts, chaat masala, amchur (raw mango) powder, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey,
Enjoy the goodness of green with charred broccoli and a handful of fresh sprouts! And finish it off with some sweet and tangy olive oil dressing.
6. Ragi Cookies
Chef: NDTV Food
Recipe Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 seconds
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Cook Time: 40 mins 10 seconds
Difficulty Level: Easy
Calcium rich cookies with the goodness of ragi and cane sugar. Let your family enjoy cookies the guilt free way.
Ingredients Of Ragi Cookies
1 Cup ragi flour
1/2 Cup brown cane sugar
1/2 Tbsp green cardamom powder
2 pinches of ginger powder
1 Tbsp baking powder
1/2 Cup oil (rice bran)
1 egg (whisked)
1/2 Tbsp salt
How to Make Ragi Cookies
1.In a pan mix the ragi flour and cardamom powder. Then roast this gently on a tawa till the color gets a wee bit darker. (for a minute or two)
2.In a bowl break an egg and whisk it. Add the roasted ragi and sugar into it.
3.Mix well.
4.Add the dry ginger and salt to it.
5.Then add the oil and mix well. It will look like a dark dough.
6.Make round balls and flatten them in your palms.
7.Pre-heat the oven for 5-7 minutes. Take a flat dish, put butter paper on it. No need to grease it.
8.Place the biscuit roundels an inch away from each other and bake for 8 minutes at 180 degree Celsius.
Key Ingredients : ragi flour, brown cane sugar, green cardamom powder, ginger powder, baking powder, oil (rice bran), egg (whisked), salt
Try the protein cookies, made easy and mouth watering with the goodness of ragi. Add your favourite flavor and watch these baked goodies disappear in no time. Ginger and green cardamom adds up to flavour.
7. Oats Idli
Recipe By: Ramya Parameswaran
Recipe Servings: 2
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Cook Time: 40 mins
Difficulty Level: Medium
About Low Calorie Oats idli Recipe : Low on calories and healthy idlis made with oats and grated carrots. Ideal for those who are calorie conscious. Oats being rich in minerals, vitamins and proteins gives this dish a high nutritive value without compromising on the delicious taste. Easy and quick to make, this Low Calorie Oats Idli recipe is ideal for a good breakfast or brunch at home.Ingredients Of Low Calorie Oats Idli
- 2 Cups oats
- 1/2 litre curd (slightly sour)
- 1 tbsp mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp urad dal
- 1/2 tbsp channa dal
- 1/2 tbsp oil
- 2 tsp green chillies, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
- 1/2 tbsp turmeric powder
- 2 tbsp salt
- A pinch of fruit salt
How to Make Low Calorie Oats Idli
1.On a tawa, dry roast the oats until it turns slightly brown and then powder the oats in a mixer.
2.In a pan, add oil, mustard seeds, urad dal, channa dal and allow the mustard to splutter and the dals to turn golden.
3.To this, add the chopped chillies, coriander and grated carrots.
4.Add the turmeric powder and fry for a minute.
5.Add this seasoning to the powdered oats mixture and add the curd to it to make a batter like that of idli batter's consistency.
6.You can add as much curd to the mixture to achieve the consistency, but do not add water to the batter.
7.Grease the idli steamer plates with oil and pour the batter into each area of the steamer.
8.Steam the idlis for 15 minutes.
9.Note: To know if the idli is cooked, poke an idli with knife and check if the batter does not stick to the knife.
10.Once done remove the idlis and serve with Onion chutney.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Calories 618.5 Kcal 0
77.5 g
Carbs
23.1 g
Fats
N/A
Cholestrol
25.1 g
Protien
N/A
Fiber
Phosphorous: 965.8 mg
Sodium: 7121.8 mg
Potassium: 641.2 mg
Calories: 618.5 Kcal 0
RECIPE NOTES
You can serve the Idlis with Sambhar and Coconut chutney as well.
Key Ingredients: oats, curd (slightly sour), mustard seeds, urad dal, channa dal, oil, green chillies, carrots, coriander, turmeric powder, salt, fruit salt
We've got another great surprise for out calorie-conscious friends. Oats idli - Take some roasted oats, grated carrots, chopped chillies, coriander and steam this batter to get feather-light scrumptious idlis. Ideal for those who are calorie conscious. Oats being rich in minerals, vitamins and proteins gives this dish a high nutritive value without compromising on the delicious taste.
8. Carrot Salad with Black Grape Dressing
Chef: Preah Narang
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time: 05 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Cook Time: 25 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
Why buy salad dressings off the rack that are full of preservatives? Preah Narang whips up a quick carrot salad with raisins and almonds and a quick black grape dressing.
Ingredients Of Carrot Salad With Black Grape Dressing
For the salad:
- 4 Cups Carrots, grated
- 1/2 Cup Almonds (sliced), blanched
- 1/2 Cup Raisins, soaked
- 1 Cup Spring onions, sliced
- For the French dressing:
- 1/4 Cup Olive oil
- 1/2 Cup Vinegar
- 1/4 Cup Sugar syrup (chashni)
- To taste Salt & pepper
- 1 tsp Mustard powder
- 1 (heaped) Tbsp Garlic, chopped
- 4 Tbsp Onion, chopped
- For the black grape dressing:
- 1 Cup Black grapes
- 2 Tbsp Garlic, chopped
- 2 Tbsp Onion
- 2 Tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 4 Tbsp Olive oil
- To taste Salt & pepper
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- 2-3 Green chilies
How to Make Carrot Salad with Black Grape Dressing
Prepare salad:
1.Mix all the ingredients for the salad in a bowl and keep aside.
Prepare French dressing:
1.Put all the ingredients in a blender except the olive oil, and start blending. While blending, slowly add the olive oil to emulsify the mixture.
2.Mix the dressing with the carrot salad.
Prepare black grape dressing:
1.Put all the ingredients for the dressing in a blender and blend till smooth. Check seasoning and adjust accordingly.
2.Top the salad with this dressing and serve at room temperature.
Key Ingredients : Carrots, Almonds (sliced), Raisins, Spring onions, Olive oil, Vinegar, Sugar syrup (chashni), Salt & pepper , Mustard powder, Garlic, Onion, Black grapes, Garlic, Onion, Red wine vinegar, Olive oil, Salt & pepper, Honey, Green chilies
A quick and creative salad with raisins, almonds and some runny black-grape dressing. Carrots has innumerable benefits which are widely known such as being an excellent antioxidant and the most popular one being a powerhouse of Vitamin A. When added t a salad with the goodness of raisins and almonds, it only enhances the nourishing value of the salad bowl.
9. Panchratna Dal
Recipe By: Food Blogger Divya Burman
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Total Cook Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
About Panchratna Dal Recipe : A tasty and healthy Rajasthani dal preparation with five lentils: Moong, channa, masoor, urad and tuar or arhar cooked with masalas to make a creamy dish.Ingredients Of Panchratna Dal
- 1/4 Cup whole urad dal (black lentils)
- 1/4 cup chana dal ( Bengal gram split)
- 1/4 cup moong (whole green grams)
- 1/4 cup masoor dal (Egyptian lentils)
- 1/4 cup tuar dal ( Arhar/ pigeon peas )
- 2 small onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste (Garlic: optional )
- 2-3 green chillies
- 2 large tomatoes
- As per taste salt
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp ghee/oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- A pinch of asafoetida powder (Hing)
- for garnishing coriander leaves
How to Make Panchratna Dal
1.Mix, pick, rinse several times and soak the lentils in water for 1-2 hours.
2.In a pressure cooker ( or slow cooker ) add the mix of lentils and pour some water, till the water level reaches above the level of lentils. Add salt and turmeric and pressure cook ( or cook it, if using slow cooker) till 3-4 whistles of cooker.
3.If cooking in a pan, let the water reach the boiling point and then simmer on low heat for 30 -40 minutes.Be sure to cover the pan and to stir the dal occasionally. Add some more water if needed.
4.Meanwhile in a frying pan or kadahi, pour 1 1/2-2 tbsp of ghee or oil and let it heat up. Carefully add a pinch of hing and some cumin seeds.
5.When cumin is brown, add ginger garlic or just ginger paste, saute well, then add onions and saute again till slight brown in colour.
6.Add tomatoes, green chillies, coriander powder and cook well till oil separates out or till tomatoes are cooked well.
7.Now just whisk the dal slightly and pour it in the pan or kadahi ( you can pour the onion- tomato mixture in the cooker if your frying pan cannot accommodate the dal).
8.Mix well, add some water if needed and cook on low flame for atleast 15 minutes or pressure cook it till 3 whistles of cooker.Simmer for 5 more minutes.
9.Adjust the consistency of dal. This dal is supposed to be of creamy consistency.The longer you cook it on low flame , the more creamy texture is obtained.
10.Garnish with coriander leaves.
11.Serve it with rice/ roti.
Key Ingredients : whole urad dal (black lentils), chana dal ( Bengal gram split), moong (whole green grams), masoor dal (Egyptian lentils), tuar dal ( Arhar/ pigeon peas ), onions, ginger garlic paste (Garlic: optional ), green chillies, tomatoes, salt, turmeric powder, coriander powder, ghee/oil, cumin seeds, asafoetida powder (Hing), coriander leaves
A medley of five types of dal - moong, channa, masoor, urad andarhar, this Panchratna dal is health-food fanatic's dream come true. A protein packed recipe with goodness of all these lentils cooked in delicious spices. Top it off with fresh coriander and enjoy it with some steamy rice or fresh baked bread.
10. Buttermilk Chicken with Char Grilled Broccoli
Chef: NDTV Food
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Cook Time: 40 mins
Difficulty Level: Easy
About Buttermilk Chicken with Char Grilled Broccoli: This buttermilk chicken with char-grilled broccoli recipe is a lip smacking combination of flavors that will leave your guests wanting for more. Served with chilli and garlic sauce. Topped with almond flakes.
Ingredients Of Buttermilk Chicken With Char Grilled Broccoli
- 3 Chicken legs
- 2 Cups Buttermilk
- 1 Tbsp Vumin powder
- 6 Tbsp Vegetable oil
- 4 Tbsp Olive oil
- 8 Garlic cloves
- 1 Tbsp Maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp Red chillies
- 100 Gram Broccoli
- 50 Gram Almond flakes
- Salt
- Pepper
How to Make Buttermilk Chicken with Char Grilled Broccoli
For the buttermilk chicken:
1.In a deep bowl take buttermilk, cumin powder, salt, pepper, vegetable oil, garlic and maple syrup. Mix them together to prepare the marinade.
2.Dip the chicken legs in the marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours.
3.Line a baking tray with butter paper; place the chicken legs and drizzle some olive oil. Bake for 40 minutes at 200 C.
4.After 30 minutes, take the tray out, drizzle some more olive oil; brush the chicken legs with maple syrup and bake for another 10 minutes.
For the broccoli:
1.For dressing, in another pan take some oil, add garlic flakes and fry until golden brown. Add some red chillies, salt and pepper.
2.In a deep pan, take 1 liter of water,add some salt and leave it to boil. Cut broccoli into small florets.
3.Blanche the broccoli in the salted water for about 2-3 minutes. Take them out and remove excess moisture from the broccoli using kitchen towel.
4.Drizzle some oil over the broccoli and season with salt and pepper.
5.On a hot grill pan, place the broccoli florets and drizzle some oil. Leave them to grill for about 1-2 minutes and keep turning them to avoid burning.
6.To serve: Serve Buttermilk chicken with Char grilled broccoli with chilli and garlic sauce and garnish with almond flakes.
Key Ingredients: Chicken legs, Buttermilk, Vumin powder, Vegetable oil, Olive oil, Garlic cloves, Maple syrup, Red chillies, Broccoli, Almond flakes, Salt, Pepper
An elegantly spiced dish, this one is a real treat. Chicken marinated in buttermilk, cumin powder, salt, pepper, vegetable oil, garlic and maple syrup is cooked in a hot oven and served with delicately charred broccoli.
11. Melon and Kiwi Fruit Smoothie
A power drink that will shoot up your energy levels instantly. Fresh fruits, milk, honey and oats come together to make this energy booster. Kiwi is a tangy and sweet fruit that has numerous benefits and when this is combined with fruits like papaya, melon and grapes, it only enhances the nutritious value of this smoothie.
kiwi smoothie
Recipe By : NDTV Food
Recipe Servings : 2
Prep Time : 05 mins
Cook Time : 10 mins
Total Cook Time : 15 mins
Difficulty Level : Easy
Ingredients Of Melon And Kiwi Fruit Smoothie
- 1 Kiwi (cut)
- 2-3 Papaya slices
- 2 Melon slices
- Grapes
- 1 Plum, sliced
- 1 glass milk
- 1/2-1 tsp honey
- 1/2 cup oats
- How to Make Melon and Kiwi Fruit Smoothie
- 1.Mix all the ingredients in a blender and blend well.
- 2.Serve chilled.
RECIPE NOTES
You can use sugar/honey according to your taste. Feel free to throw in any fruits that you like.
Key Ingredients: Kiwi (cut), Papaya slices, Melon slices, Grapes, Plum, milk, honey, oats
- with or even have for mid-day hunger pangs since this is no less than a full meal.
With so many healthy and delicious options to choose from, why go for anything unhealthy?
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