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Urad Dal and Rice Dosa

Many cultures consider rice to be a staple grain because it contains vital carbohydrates that provide the body energy even though it contains less protein than other cereals. Carbohydrates can keep you energized and satisfied and are important for fueling exercise. Rice, particularly white rice, generally gets digested easily because it is low in fat and fiber, and so it’s better to eat brown or semi-brown rice. Brown rice, especially, is an excellent source of many nutrients, including fiber, manganese, selenium, magnesium, and B vitamins. Urad dal, also known as black gram, is high in protein, fibre, and minerals. It’s a versatile ingredient that can be used in many dishes. Urad dal is high in protein compared to other legumes and is a good source of both soluble and insoluble fibre. It also contains iron, which can help increase energy levels, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium, which are vital for strong bones and teeth, potassium, which can help reduce cholesterol levels and improve heart health, and zinc as well as niacin, thiamine, riboflavin, and other B vitamins. The antioxidants in urad dal help protect the body against free radicals and strengthen the immune system. Urad dal has a low glycaemic index, making it suitable for maintaining stable blood sugar levels.

Gajarachi Koshimbir (Carrot Salad)

One-vegetable salads are a common part of Indian meals. Carrots are rich in vitamin A and contain high amounts of vitamins C and K. Vitamin A supports eye health, and vitamin C is necessary for the production of collagen, which strengthens skin. They also contain plant compounds called carotenoids, which act as antioxidants. Antioxidants protect your skin from damage by fighting unstable molecules called free radicals (which are responsible for aging.) The potassium and antioxidants in carrots help lower blood pressure and promote heart health. Compounds in carrot juice have even been shown to trigger cancer cell death in some test-tube studies. Apart from all these, as a rich source of vitamins A, B6, and C, carrots help strengthen your immune system.

Carrot Raita

Carrots are a great snack — crunchy, full of nutrients, low in calories, and sweet. Carrots are rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene and lutein, which protect the body against damage from free radicals and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases by improving the immune system. The body converts beta-carotene to vitamin A, which is essential for good vision and preventing night blindness. It is also important for growth, development, and immune function. Eating fat (coconut in this recipe) with cooked carrots can help you absorb more of the beta-carotene. Vitamin A and antioxidants also contribute to healthy skin. Carrots are rich in carotenoids, which may help protect against several types of cancers like prostate, colon, and stomach cancers, leukemia, and breast cancer in women. Carrots contain potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure, and fiber, which can lower cholesterol levels. Vitamin K and calcium in carrots contribute to strong bones and may help prevent osteoporosis. The fewer calories and fiber in carrots can help with weight management by promoting fullness and satiety and healthy digestion. The insoluble fibers in carrots may reduce your risk of constipation and promote regular bowel movements. The soluble fiber can also help lower blood sugar levels by slowing down your digestion of sugar and starch. Soluble fibre, like pectin, also feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut, which may lead to improved overall health and decreased risk of disease. Moreover, certain soluble fibres impair the absorption of cholesterol from your digestive tract, helping to lower blood cholesterol. Carrots have a low glycemic index, so they are good for diabetics because they prevent a rapid spike in blood sugar.

Suran (Yam) Raita

Recipe credit: Darshana Muzumdar Serves 4 people as a part of an Indian meal. Important: Always rub oil on your hands before handling yam even

Gopal Kala

This dish is usually made on Janmashtami and is served as prasad. This is an extremely easy to make dish and you can add any other fruits you wish to. It’s not only delicious but also filling and requires no cooking. It is highly nutritious because of the combination of vitamins in the fruits and carbohydrates in the poha. It is very soothing on the digestive system as well.

Kakdi Tomato chi Koshimbir (Cucumber and Tomato Salad)

Cucumbers are low in calories but high in many important vitamins and minerals and are a refreshing, nutritious and incredibly versatile addition to any meal. To maximize their nutrient content, cucumbers should be eaten unpeeled. Cucumbers are great eaten raw as a low-calorie snack. They contain antioxidants, including flavonoids and tannins, which prevent the accumulation of harmful free radicals and may reduce the risk of chronic disease. The large amount of water in cucumbers can help keep you hydrated, and the fiber content in them helps prevent constipation and regulate bowel movement. They are also good for bone health because of the Vit K in them. The lignans in them may help prevent osteoporosis, heart disease, and some cancers.

Tomato and Onion Koshimbir

Usually red when mature, tomatoes can also be eaten while they are still green, yellow or orange. It’s best to buy locally grown unripened tomatoes and keep them for a few days to allow them to ripen naturally as these taste better. Tomatoes are a good source of insoluble fibre, which is not digested by the body but helps in moving food through the digestive system and thus assisting bowel movement. Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants like Vitamin C, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and improves the immune system. Lycopene, another antioxidant, found in large amounts in tomatoes may help reduce the risk of certain cancers. Beta carotene is another antioxidant found in tomatoes that often gives foods a yellow or orange hue. Beta carotene is converted into vitamin A in our body and is believed to help improve eyesight. Chlorogenic acid in tomatoes is a powerful antioxidant compound, which may lower blood pressure in people with elevated levels. Naringenin is a flavonoid found in tomato skin, which has been shown to decrease inflammation and protect against various diseases. Tomatoes also contain a good amount of potassium, which may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease. Vitamin K1 in tomatoes is important for blood clotting and bone health, and folate is important for normal tissue growth and cell function. Moreover, tomatoes are high in water content, which helps keep you hydrated.

Tomato Raita

Carrot Koshimbir

Carrots are a great snack — crunchy, full of nutrients, low in calories, and sweet. Carrots are rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene and lutein, which protect the body against damage from free radicals and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases by improving the immune system. The body converts beta-carotene to vitamin A, which is essential for good vision and preventing night blindness. It is also important for growth, development, and immune function. Eating fat (oil used for tempering and walnuts in this recipe) with cooked carrots can help you absorb more of the beta-carotene. Vitamin A and antioxidants also contribute to healthy skin. Carrots are rich in carotenoids, which may help protect against several types of cancers like prostate, colon, and stomach cancers, leukemia, and breast cancer in women. Carrots contain potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure, and fiber, which can lower cholesterol levels. Vitamin K and calcium in carrots contribute to strong bones and may help prevent osteoporosis. The fewer calories and fiber in carrots can help with weight management by promoting fullness and satiety and healthy digestion. The insoluble fibers in carrots may reduce your risk of constipation and promote regular bowel movements. The soluble fiber can also help lower blood sugar levels by slowing down your digestion of sugar and starch. Soluble fibre, like pectin, also feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut, which may lead to improved overall health and decreased risk of disease. Moreover, certain soluble fibres impair the absorption of cholesterol from your digestive tract, helping to lower blood cholesterol. Carrots have a low glycemic index, so they are good for diabetics because they prevent a rapid spike in blood sugar.

Pineapple Sasam Raita

Pineapple is a versatile fruit and though not easy to cut, it is delicious. The sweet and sour taste of the pineapple combined with coconut and spices is refreshingly different. This salad is best had fresh.

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