I guess, you are trying to eat healthy but somehow can’t get used to the recipes. While many of us associate healthy eating with eating only greens, fruits and vegetables- this is not the case! If you’re looking for a good amount of nutrition and protein, you can get them from many everyday ingredients. Take, for example, dal (lentils). Lentils are a good source of protein and nutrients. They are part of our daily diet, and cooking with them is something we are familiar with. So, if you want to include lentils in your protein-rich diet, here are some recipes to try.
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Here are 7 protein rich lentil recipes for breakfast
1. Sprouted Idli (our recommendation)
In this Sprouts Idli recipe, we have added a new twist by replacing the traditional urad dal idli batter with sprouts. Idli will be ready in no time if few ingredients are easily changed. This recipe is also suitable for weight loss.
2. Dal Paratha
This paratha with moong dal is rich in protein and delicious. It can be enjoyed in breakfast by mixing it with a bowl of curd. This recipe is easy to make and delicious.
3. Pesarattu
This famous dosa from Andhra Pradesh is an absolute delight. It is hearty and healthy and is made with moong dal. This green colored dosa has a soft texture which melts in your mouth. You can stuff Upma in Pesarattu and enjoy its delicious taste.
4. Dal Broth
The main part of every traditional North Indian feast is dal ka shorba, a delicious soup made from lentils. Usually, the broth is quite filling. Additionally, you end up consuming fewer calories because of the high water content in the dish. In this rainy season, it is perfect to eat spicy lentil broth.
5. Dhokla
Dhokla is considered to be one of the healthiest Indian snacks. Dhokla saves you a lot of calories by not deep frying. It’s made from fermented batter, steamed to perfection, and topped with a tempering for an extra zing!
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6. Dal Chutney
This chutney may not be that popular but still it is delicious. The wonderful thing about this chutney is that it is made from a mixture of several pulses including Chana, Urad, Moong Dhuli and Arhar. You can mix this chutney with any meal.
7. Moonglet
A protein-rich breakfast like this ‘Moong Dal Omelette’ or Moonglet is a great way to start the day. Apart from moong dal, moonglets also contain healthy ingredients like onion, tomato and capsicum.
So, the next time you are looking for healthy and protein-rich recipes, do give these a try! Tell us which was your favorite in the comments below!