Author Archives: Chitra Jagadish
Instant Idli – Oats and Cucumber
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This is similar to rava idli just to make it more fiber rich used oats. This is instant, healthy breakfast recipe. And used cucumber as it is a wonderful vegetable. These little cuties are delicious and they make an amazing snack/breakfast on the run or as a part of packed lunch. They are rich, wholesome and filling as well they have everything you need from a breakfast/snack.
Health benefits:
Cucumber has a light to dark green thin skin, moisture rich flesh and as tiny edible seeds in it. It has slightly sweet flavour and is mainly eaten raw in salad or sandwiches or in the form of juice. Calories in cucumber are very low and it contains no saturated fats or cholesterol. Daily consumption of cucumbers can be regarded as a remedy for chronic constipation.
Makes: 12-14 idlis
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
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Amla and Chickpeas – Pulao
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Chole Amla pulao is an aromatic rice dish, which is unique, simple, easy and healthy.
It warms you up from the inside out. Each serving is loaded with fiber, protein and vitamins. When I eat a bowl of this, I feel better immediately!
So it’s perfect for easy lunches/suppers or even for breakfast.
Health Benefits:
Amla/Gooseberry enhances food absorption, balances stomach acid, fortifies the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, supports the heart, strengthens the lungs, regulates elimination of free radicals, enhances fertility, helps the urinary system, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins, increases vitality, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and acts as an antioxidant.
Served-2-3
Preparation time-10 minutes
Cooking time-30 minutes
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