Subhash
Nidhi Staff answered 4 weeks ago
Here are 5 fast but healthy Indian breakfast recipes for vegetarians and 5 for non-vegetarians, along with steps for preparation.
Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes
1. Vegetable Upma
Ingredients:
Semolina (suji) – 1 cup
Chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, beans) – 1 cup
Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
Curry leaves – 8-10
Green chili – 1 (chopped)
Onion – 1 small (chopped)
Salt – to taste
Oil – 2 tbsp
Water – 2.5 cups
Steps:
Dry roast the semolina for 3-4 minutes and set aside.
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and curry leaves.
Add chopped onions, green chili, and sauté until onions turn translucent.
Add the vegetables and cook for 5-6 minutes.
Pour in water and bring it to a boil. Add salt.
Gradually stir in roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
Cover and cook on low flame for 3-4 minutes. Serve hot.
2. Poha
Ingredients:
Flattened rice (poha) – 1 cup
Onion – 1 small (chopped)
Green chili – 1 (chopped)
Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
Curry leaves – 8-10
Peanuts – 2 tbsp
Turmeric – 1/2 tsp
Lemon juice – 1 tsp
Oil – 2 tbsp
Salt – to taste
Steps:
Rinse poha under water and drain. Set aside.
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and peanuts. Sauté.
Add onions, green chili, and turmeric. Cook until onions are soft.
Add poha, salt, and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Squeeze lemon juice and garnish with fresh coriander. Serve.
3. Besan Chilla
Ingredients:
Gram flour (besan) – 1 cup
Chopped onion – 1 small
Green chili – 1 (chopped)
Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
Water – as needed
Salt – to taste
Oil – for cooking
Steps:
Mix besan with chopped onions, green chili, cumin, and salt in a bowl.
Gradually add water to make a smooth, pourable batter.
Heat a non-stick pan and lightly grease with oil.
Pour a ladle of batter and spread it into a thin circle.
Cook on both sides until golden brown. Serve with chutney.
4. Moong Dal Dosa
Ingredients:
Yellow moong dal – 1 cup (soaked for 4 hours)
Green chili – 1
Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
Ginger – 1/2 inch
Salt – to taste
Oil – for cooking
Steps:
Drain soaked moong dal and grind with green chili, ginger, cumin, and salt to a smooth batter.
Heat a tawa or non-stick pan and spread the batter like dosa.
Drizzle a little oil and cook until crisp and golden.
Flip and cook the other side for a minute. Serve hot with chutney.
5. Oats Idli
Ingredients:
Oats – 1 cup (roasted and powdered)
Semolina (suji) – 1/2 cup
Yogurt – 1 cup
Grated carrots – 1/2 cup
Eno fruit salt – 1 tsp
Salt – to taste
Steps:
In a bowl, mix powdered oats, semolina, yogurt, and grated carrots.
Add salt and enough water to make a thick batter.
Just before steaming, add Eno and mix gently.
Pour into greased idli molds and steam for 10-12 minutes.
Serve with chutney or sambar.
Non-Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes
1. Egg Bhurji (Scrambled Eggs)
Ingredients:
Eggs – 3
Onion – 1 small (chopped)
Tomato – 1 small (chopped)
Green chili – 1 (chopped)
Turmeric – 1/4 tsp
Salt – to taste
Oil – 1 tbsp
Steps:
Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until soft.
Add tomatoes, green chili, and turmeric, cook for 3-4 minutes.
Beat eggs with salt and pour into the pan.
Stir continuously until eggs are scrambled and cooked. Serve with toast or chapati.
2. Chicken Omelette
Ingredients:
Eggs – 3
Cooked, shredded chicken – 1/2 cup
Onion – 1 small (chopped)
Green chili – 1 (chopped)
Salt – to taste
Oil – 1 tbsp
Steps:
Beat the eggs with salt in a bowl.
Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions and green chili until soft.
Add shredded chicken and cook for 2 minutes.
Pour the eggs over the chicken mixture and cook until set.
Flip and cook the other side. Serve hot.
3. Chicken Salad Wrap
Ingredients:
Cooked chicken breast (shredded) – 1 cup
Whole wheat tortilla – 2
Lettuce leaves – 2
Mayonnaise – 1 tbsp
Salt and pepper – to taste
Lemon juice – 1 tsp
Steps:
Mix shredded chicken with mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Place lettuce leaves on a tortilla and spoon the chicken mixture on top.
Roll the tortilla tightly and serve.
4. Egg and Spinach Sandwich
Ingredients:
Eggs – 2 (boiled and sliced)
Spinach leaves – 1/2 cup (blanched)
Whole wheat bread – 2 slices
Salt and pepper – to taste
Mayonnaise – 1 tbsp
Steps:
Spread mayonnaise on the bread slices.
Layer boiled egg slices and blanched spinach.
Season with salt and pepper, and close the sandwich.
Toast or grill the sandwich if desired.
5. Chicken and Oats Porridge
Ingredients:
Oats – 1/2 cup
Cooked chicken breast (shredded) – 1/2 cup
Water – 1 cup
Milk – 1/2 cup
Salt and pepper – to taste
Steps:
Boil water and milk in a pan.
Add oats and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
Stir in shredded chicken, salt, and pepper.
Cook for another 2 minutes and serve warm.
These recipes are nutritious, easy to prepare, and ideal for busy mornings!
raman Staff answered 3 months ago
Here are some quick and healthy breakfast ideas, categorized into vegetarian and non-vegetarian options:
Vegetarian Breakfast Ideas:
Overnight Oats
Ingredients: Rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, honey, berries, and nuts.
Preparation: Mix all ingredients in a jar and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy cold in the morning.
Greek Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients: Greek yogurt, granola, honey, mixed berries.
Preparation: Layer yogurt, granola, and berries in a bowl or jar. Drizzle with honey.
Avocado Toast
Ingredients: Whole-grain bread, ripe avocado, salt, pepper, cherry tomatoes, and sprouts.
Preparation: Toast the bread, mash the avocado and spread on toast, top with cherry tomatoes and sprouts.
Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients: Frozen banana, spinach, almond milk, chia seeds, and mixed fruit toppings.
Preparation: Blend banana, spinach, and almond milk until smooth. Pour into a bowl and top with chia seeds and fruit.
Chia Seed Pudding
Ingredients: Chia seeds, coconut milk, vanilla extract, honey, and fresh fruit.
Preparation: Mix chia seeds with coconut milk and vanilla. Refrigerate overnight and top with honey and fruit.
Non-Vegetarian Breakfast Ideas:
Egg and Avocado Toast
Ingredients: Whole-grain bread, ripe avocado, poached egg, salt, pepper, and cherry tomatoes.
Preparation: Toast the bread, mash the avocado and spread on toast, top with a poached egg and cherry tomatoes.
Smoked Salmon Bagel
Ingredients: Whole-grain bagel, cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, red onion, and dill.
Preparation: Spread cream cheese on the bagel, top with smoked salmon, capers, red onion, and dill.
Breakfast Burrito
Ingredients: Whole wheat tortilla, scrambled eggs, black beans, salsa, avocado, and cheese.
Preparation: Scramble the eggs, then fill the tortilla with eggs, beans, salsa, avocado, and cheese. Roll up and enjoy.
Turkey and Cheese Omelette
Ingredients: Eggs, sliced turkey, shredded cheese, spinach, salt, and pepper.
Preparation: Whisk eggs and pour into a pan. Add turkey, cheese, and spinach. Fold and cook until done.
Chicken Sausage and Veggie Scramble
Ingredients: Chicken sausage, eggs, bell peppers, spinach, salt, and pepper.
Preparation: Cook chicken sausage and veggies in a pan. Add whisked eggs and cook until scrambled.
These recipes offer a variety of quick and nutritious breakfast options that cater to both vegetarian and non-vegetarian preferences.