Healthy Indian Breakfast

 

We have often heard doctors talk about the benefits of a healthy breakfast.

 A healthy start to a long day is important to keep up your pace and 

finish all your chores in time. But, having the same cereals, 

oats and porridge for breakfast everyday can be so boring that 

you might want to avoid the the meal altogether. So, do you have the

 time to prepare an elaborate Indian breakfast early in the morning? 

Well, probably not. We list 10 healthy Indian breakfast options 

that are easy to prepare and provide the right boost of energy to kick-start your day.

Aloo paratha: A simple and easy to prepare flattened bread with 

a filling, aloo parathas are a favourite in most Indian households. 

Every recipe has variations in the preparation of the filling that needs 

to be cooked and then stuffed into the chapatti dough. Accompanied by

 curd or pickle, parathas make for a nutritious breakfast for 

mornings that need a power punch.
Dosa: Dish out a whole wheat dosa, famously called adhai,

 for breakfast if you are bored of your cereal and oats. A healthy option,

 it is packed with multiple nutrients that will help kick start your day.

 Pre-mixed dosa batters are available at a number of stores and 

all you need to do cook and enjoy.
Idli: Idlis are full of vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates. 

They are prepared with no oil or masala, which makes them a 

very healthy alternative. Try eating your idli with honey,

 nutela or peanut butter if you are too lazy to make the chutney.
Upma: A favourite breakfast item, upma - made out of âœsujiâ"- 

can be ready in a jiffy and works well as a breakfast option. You can add

 veggies for a punch of vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates and iron. 

Perfect to start a busy day
Poha: Flattened rice takes little time to make, tastes great and makes 

for a filling meal too. Throw in some peas and veggies to make it

 more nutritious, and remember to use a non stick pan so that you use

 as little oil as possible.
Sabudana khichdi: If you are looking for a healthy and energising

 breakfast option which will be light on your tummy, then sabudana (sago)

 khichdi is something you must try. It is full of carbohydrates and

 starch that provide a boost of energy. It is easy to digest due to

 its very low in fat content. Best option to jumpstart your day.
Indian-style Eggs: Masala omlete, boiled eggs, egg sandwich and

 bhurji are healthy breakfast dishes especially when accompanied by

 brown bread and prepared with little oil and spices. A masala 

omlette or bhurji will even satisfy the urge to have a masale-daar meal.