Want to try healthy recipes for Indian dinner but in a healthy way?
We, as Indians, always seek something special on our dinner tables, where food is more than just nourishment—it's an expression of love. The warmth of family, the laughter shared over a meal, and the irresistible flavours make every dinner a cherished moment. But, as much as we crave the richness of taste, balancing it with mindful, healthy, and low-calorie recipe choices is never easy. So, to help you serve both love and health on the plate, here are a few wholesome dinner recipes that are perfect for sharing with your loved ones. Are you ready to fall in love with your dinner all over again?
Healthy Recipes for Indian Dinner List:
- Moong Dal Khichdi
- Egg bhurji
- Chana Masala / Chickpeas Curry
- Sooji ka Halwa or Semolina Halwa
- Seviyan Kheer/Vermicelli
1. Moong Dal Khichdi
Nothing beats the taste of hot moong dal khichdi, which is a combination of yellow moong dal, rice, vegetables, and spices. It is comforting, nutritious, and easily made.
Procedure:
- Melt 1 tablespoon of ghee (or butter) in a pressure cooker.
- Add 1/8 stick cinnamon + 2 tbsp of black pepper powder +1 clove, 1/4 tsp jeera + 1/4th tsp hing + 1/2 tsp of salt + Guud Sugar (low-calorie sugar as per taste).
- Add chopped vegetables like onion, carrots, beans, chillies, and 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic + 1/4 tbsp of Haldi and sauté.
- Combine water with the mixture and cook it in a pressure cooker.
- Wait for two whistles.
- Add some vegetables for garnishing.
- Serve hot.
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2. Chana Masala / Chickpeas Curry
Chana masala is one of the favourite North Indian dishes that can be easily prepared within half an hour. It is rich in protein and goes best with rotis or bread for dinner.
Procedure:
- Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to a saucepan and warm it up.
- Fry 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and a thinly sliced onion.
- Add sliced garlic and ginger, stir, and cook.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, and 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder, and cook for a few minutes.
- Add approximately 400 grams of diced onions and half a cup of water to the mixture and stir it.
- Cover the saucepan and reduce the heat. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes.
- Add 400 gm of chana (chickpeas) and sauté.
- Add salt and low-calorie sugar according to your taste.
- Add some spinach leaves and garnish before serving.
- Serve hot with roti or bread.
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3. Sooji ka Halwa or Semolina Halwa
If you like something sweet yet wholesome and fulfilling for dinner to end your day on a good note, this popular low-calorie recipe idea is just for you!
Procedure:
- Melt ghee in a pan and then add sooji.
- Roast thoroughly in medium flame until it turns deep golden in colour.
- Add boiling water with some salt to the roasted sooji with care.
- Mix it quickly, cover it, and let it get absorbed.
- Combine warm milk, saffron, and natural sugar (to your liking) and mix thoroughly.
- Keep stirring continuously for a few minutes till it gets an even texture.
- Add fried nuts and raisins and switch off the flame.
- Serve hot.
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4. Seviyan Kheer/Vermicelli
This is undoubtedly one of the most delicious Indian Desserts that can be a great inclusion to your dinner. It is a creamy noodle pudding made of milk, vermicelli, nuts, and dry fruits.
- Put 1 tbsp of ghee in a kadhai/pan, add 3 cloves, and fry for a few seconds, and then add one cup of seviyan, vermicelli, or semiya.
- Roast seviyan on low-medium heat. Keep stirring until the vermicelli noodles reach a golden-brown color and are cooked through.
- Stir in warm milk, saffron, and natural sugar to taste
- Heat the milk on low-medium heat until it simmers and then boils.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the vermicelli noodles from sticking to the bottom of the kadhai.
- Add 4-5 tbsp of low-calorie sugar and mix well.
- Add 10-12 saffron strands + sliced almonds, cashews, pistachios, and dry fruits.
- Add 1/2 tbsp of cardamom powder and mix well.
- Cook for about 5 minutes till the mixture gets thickened and looks creamy.
- Switch off the flame and add golden raisins.
- Mix well and add some more natural sugar if required.
- Top with chopped nuts, dry fruits, or dried rose petals for garnish.
- Enjoy it hot or warm, or cool it down and serve chilled.
How Can These Recipes Be Healthy Yet Low in Calories?
Imagine savoring delicious food that’s also low in calories – it feels like a dream, doesn’t it? Well, Patrika Wellness has turned that dream into reality! With a heartfelt vision to transform the way Indians eat, they’ve created healthy, low-calorie options like Guud Sugar, 100% natural sugar.
These delightful dinner recipes strike the perfect balance between flavor and health by incorporating natural Guud Sugar. This wonderful ingredient offers a sweet taste without the guilt of excessive calories from refined sugars. The goodness of Guud Sugar includes:
- 50-60% less in calories.
- Low Glycemic Index (low-GI)
- Same sweetness as regular sugar
- Half quantity but the same sweetness
- Infused with natural herbs.
- Safe for Everyone.
To conclude, your dinner is supposed to be the shortest meal of the day, but that does not mean it has to be boring. You should not overeat at night, but with the help of Guud Sugar you can add so much sweetness to your meals without burdening yourself with the guilt of consuming too many calories.