The cuisine of India is praised by rich spices, fragrant herbs, and varied tastes. However, a number of the classic dishes are very caloric when they are not prepared thoughtfully. However, luckily, you may not stop enjoying the flavor of Indian food and continue a weight loss process. The following are five healthy Indian recipes that are mostly nutrient-dense, minimally caloric and fat loss friendly.

Stuffed Moong Dal Chilla (Indian Pancake)

Why it helps You in Weight Loss

Plant based protein and fiber help in keeping you full and Moong dal is a good source of the same longer and cuts unnecessary snacking. It also has little fat and is easily digestible.

Ingredients

• 1 cup moong dal (split green gram)
• 1 green chili (optional)
• 1-inch ginger
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 cup chopped coriander
• Finely chopped vegetables (onions, carrots, capsicum)
• A few drops of oil for cooking

Instructions

• Moong dal should be soaked in water 2-3 hours; it has to be made in a specimen of dal.
• Smooth form along with ginger, green chili and water.
• Mix in some salt, turmeric and vegetables to the batter.
• Heat a pan that is not sticky and pour one ladle of the batter and make it spread like a pancake.
• Toasted on each side with little oil to be golden.
• They are best served warm with mint chutney or low fat yogurt.

Calories in a serving: about 120

Vegetable Ragi Vutha Upma

Why it is fantastic for Weight Loss

Ragi (finger millet) is one complete grain with good amount of calcium, Fiber & amp (Complex Carbohydrate). It has low glycaemic soil which manages the blood sugar quantities and reduces hunger.

Ingredients

• 1\2 cup ragi flour
• 1 cup of water
• 1/2 cup of chopped vegetables (Beans, Green Beans & Peas)
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp Urad dal
• A few curry leaf
• 1 green chili chopped
• 1/2 cup of chopped onion
• Salt as per taste
• 1 tsp of oil

 Instructions

• Ragi flour will also make slurry of non lump formation when mixed with water, in a bowl.
• Sauté mustard seeds, urad dal and curry leaves in a heated oil in a frying pan and saute onion and chili pieces.
• Put in some cut-up vegetables and simmer to tender.
• Mix the ragi and add along with the continuation of the stirring so that no lumps are formed.
• Only cook, using a low flame, till it thickens into an upma consistency.
• Salt and pepper with coriander leaf and a small quantity of lemon juice.

Per serving: Calories – Est. 180

Palak Tofu Bhurji (Spinach refined Scrambled Tofu)

Why it is so terrible for Weight Loss

Tofu is a very good source of  high quality protein, it is also low-calorie food. Spinach contributes volume, iron, and fiber to the dish with a little energy.

Ingredients

• 200gm tofu, crumbled
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 2 green chillies
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

• Cook cumin, onions and green chilies in hot oil.
• Add tomatoes and cook it to be soft.
• Now thrown in some spices that is turmeric powder, salt and handful of spinach let it wilt.
• Add tofu that is crumbled and mix it.
• Simmer 57 minutes, and stir.
• Eat it hot with whole wheat roti or as its salad topping.

Serving calories: About 220

Vegetable and Oats Khichdi

Reasons Why You Should Use It in Weight Loss

Soluble fiber is found in oats and it can help in keeping the cholesterol levels down and the person feeling fuller longer. It is a complete, balanced meal when it is mixed with lentils and vegetables.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of rolled oats
• 1/4 cup moong bean (split)
• 1 cup mix veg (carrot, green peas-beans)
• 1/2 tsp cumin Seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp Ghee or Oil
• Water to usage

Instructions

• Roast oats on low heat or in a dry frying pan and keep aside.
• Make moong dal and vegetables in turmeric and salt by pressure cooking until they become soft.
• Heat ghee/oil in a pan, sauté cumin and add in the cooked and chopped vegetables in the pan along with the cooked dal.
• Add roasted oats and water with the aim of adjusting consistency.
• Cook 5-7 minutes until the oats are soft.
• To serve it, garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Calories per serving: Approx. 250

Keto Baingan Bharta (Smoky Mashed Eggplant)

Reasons why it is the best for Weight Loss

Baingan (eggplant) is very low in calories, and carbs, and thus making it ideal as part of low-carb or keto diets. The smoked process contains flavor without the requirement of extra oil.

Ingredients

• 1 big eggplant
• 1 big onion, finely chopped
• 1 big tomato, finely chopped
• 1 green chilli
• 1-inch ginger
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Salt as per taste
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp of mustard oil (to add flavor, optional)

Instructions

• Grill the eggplant in an open source of fire or inside the oven until the skin has burnt and the inner soft.
• Cool, and remove the skin, and pound the meat.
• In a pan, heat oil then add cumin, ginger, garlic, onion to it and green chilli. Brown in the frying-pan.
• Pour tomato into it and cook until it becomes soft then add the mashed eggplant and salt.
• Fry it 5-7 minutes, and mixing thoroughly, that the flavors will get carried about.
• Coriander and drizzling of mustard oil (optional) can be used to garnish.

Serving size: 1 calorie per serving: about 100

Weight Loss plan hints to use these recipes

• The big thing is portion control. Regular food may result to excess weight gain even in healthy food.
• None of these meals should be consumed without physical activity and proper hydration.
• Incorporate proteins and fiber into all meals and snacks so that they can last longer.
• Stay away of too much oil, sugar and refined flour. Write off unhealthy processed products.
• Substitute white rice and refined carbs with millets, oats, brown rice or quinoa.

Final thoughts about Weight Loss

Healthy eating cannot be associated with the lack of taste, particularly Indian food. All these five recipes are very delicious and nutritious with a combination of taste and tradition. They are simple to prepare and cheap and they consider people who want to lose weight and still have real Indian food. You can come up with dishes that are slimming and satisfying by simply doing some small alterations such as swapping traditions of adding oil, adding more vegetables, and instead using whole grains. Also, keep in mind that consistency always beats perfection. It is important to include these meals in your life not only for weight loss, but also you will learn to have a healthier approach to food.