Indian Vegetarian Recipes for Effective Weight Loss

Who tells you you have to sacrifice taste in order to lose weight?

In case you believed that healthy eating is bland and tasteless, you are mistaken! Indian vegetarian food is plentiful and delicious, and it can help you lose weight.

These are healthy meals rich in spices of all colours and plenty of nutritious vegetables, demonstrating that weight loss does not make you feel deprived.

Indian vegetarian meals are outstanding because they are well-balanced in terms of taste and nutrition. They include spicy, fibre-rich curries through to light, protein-based salads.

They offer something that anyone can enjoy, whether you are just beginning in the kitchen or have been cooking for many years. 

Feel like adding some flavour to your diet? You will feel better and lose weight.

So, read on to get into some delicious Indian dishes that will not leave you feeling guilty about eating them.

The Heroes of Indian Vegetarian Diets: Key Ingredients of a Weight-Loss Diet

To lose weight while retaining flavour, choose the appropriate ingredients.

These foods, when combined, may help keep you full, enhance metabolism, stabilise blood sugar, and add colourful flavour to your meals.

Here are just a few of the stars you would see frequently, each one adding its health benefits to your menu table:

• Whole wheat and multigrain flours (such as Atta mixes) – full of complex carbohydrates and fibre, and make you feel fuller.
• Millets and high-protein flour blends also help make vegetarian diets more varied and satiating.
• Legumes (e.g., lentils, dals, e.g., chana dal, moong dal) – good sources of plant protein, which are helpful in maintaining body muscles and weight-conscious diets.
• Organic legumes and pulses – contain slowly-digested nutrients and help maintain constant energy.
• Spices such as turmeric, cumin, ajwain, and pepper – with their digestive properties, and light metabolism-enhancing properties.
• Iodised salt and crystal salt – keeping your electrolyte balance in good health whilst keeping sodium low.
• Add fruits & vegetables

These ingredients are the foundation of both tasty and weight-loss-safe Indian vegetarian cuisine, which paves the way to the recipes that follow.

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Delicious Indian Vegetarian Recipes for Effective Weight Loss

Here are some delicious Indian vegetarian meals that will help you lose weight.

These meals are not only tasty but also full of nutrients that will keep you full and energised all day.

These meals are easy to create and taste great while being good for you.

Recipe 1: Moong Dal & Quinoa Khichdi

This Moong Dal & Quinoa Khichdi is a healthy and soothing recipe that combines high-protein moong dal with high-fibre quinoa.

This simple recipe is made with Aashirvaad Organic Moong Dal and your choice of quinoa. 

It will keep you full for hours and help you lose weight. It’s a meal that is good for you, tastes great, and doesn’t make you feel heavy.

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Serving Size: 2-3 servings

Ingridients

• 1/2 cup Aashirvaad Organic Moong Dal
• 1/2 cup of quinoa
• 1 small onion, cut up very small
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 1–2 green chillies, cut in half (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon of Aashirvaad Turmeric Powder
• 1/4 tsp of Aashirvaad Jeera
• 1/4 teaspoon of ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp of Aashirvaad Svasti Ghee 
• 1/2 tsp Aashirvaad Iodized Salt (to taste)
• Fresh coriander leaves to put on top
• Water (as needed, around 2–3 cups)

Instructions: 

• Rinse the quinoa and Aashirvaad Organic Moong Dal separately in cool water.
• Use a pressure cooker or a big pan to heat Aashirvaad Svasti Ghee. Put in the Aashirvaad Jeera and let them pop. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes clear.
• Add the diced tomato, ginger-garlic paste, green chillies, and Aashirvaad Turmeric Powder. For two minutes, stir. Then add the quinoa and moong dal, and mix everything.
• Add 2-3 cups of water (add or leave depending on the thickness you desire) and Aashirvaad Iodized Salt to taste. When using a pressure cooker, cover and cook for two whistles. 
• When cooking it in a pan, cook at low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes.
• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves after cooking. 
• Serve with plain curd or pickles on the side.

Recipe 2: Whole Wheat Methi Thepla

Whole Wheat Methi Thepla is a unique delicacy of Gujarat. It is a healthy, nutritious, and delicious flatbread made with Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta. 

Rich in fibre and full of the health benefits of fenugreek (methi) leaves, this dish is a good addition to your weight-loss program.

It is not difficult to prepare, and you can serve it with plain yogurt or a tangy pickle to make it a complete meal.

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Serving Size: 4-5 Theplas

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta.
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped whole methi (fenugreek) leaves.
• 1/2 tsp Ashirvaad Himalayan Pink Salt (to taste)
• 1/2 tsp Aashirvaad Turmeric Powder
• 1/2 tsp red Aashirvaad Chilli Powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder
• 1/4 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1 tbsp Aashirvaad Svasti Ghee (to prepare the dough and cook)
• Water (to knead the dough)

Instructions:

• Add Aashirvaad Whole Wheat Atta, chopped methi leaves, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, cumin powder, and Aashirvaad Iodised Salt in a mixing bowl.
• Add water bit by bit and work the mixture into a light, soft lump of dough. 
• Add a little Aashirvaad Ghee to the dough to render it more pliable and stinky.
• Roll the dough into small, similar balls. Take every piece, roll it into a ball, and then flatten it with your palms. 
• Then roll it out with a rolling pin into a thin circle, dusting it with a bit of dry flour as needed.
• Place a tawa or griddle on medium heat. Roll out thepla, place it on a hot tawa, and cook for 30 seconds. Turn it around and pour a few drops of Aashirvaad Ghee or oil over it. Turn and cook until the sides are golden.
• Served hot, Methi Theplas with plain yogurt, pickle, or any other side dish of your choice.

Recipe 3: Healthy Ragi & Jaggery Ladoo

Ragi & Jaggery Ladoo is a guilt-free, healthy Indian sweet made with Aashirvaad Ragi Flour and natural jaggery.

These high-fiber, iron, and protein ladoos will serve as a perfect alternative when you just need to fulfill your candy cravings without jeopardising your weight-loss goal.

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Serving Size: 6-8 ladoos

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Aashirvaad Ragi Flour
• 1/2 cup grated jaggery (add more or less sweetness)
• 1/4 cup Aashirvaad Svasti Ghee
• 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts (cashews, almonds, or pistachios)
• 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
• A pinch of salt
• 2-3 tbsp water (if needed)

Instructions:

• Heat a pan on medium flame. Add Aashirvaad Ragi Flour and dry roast, stirring continuously until they turn slightly golden and the nutty aroma emerges.
• Heat Aashirvaad Svasti Ghee in another pan together with grated jaggery. Stir until the jaggery melts into a syrup. One may add a little water to help it melt if it is stuck.
• Once the jaggery syrup is ready, pour it over the roasted ragi flour, cardamom powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend it thoroughly.
• Set aside the mixture to cool. For the manageable option, chop and incorporate some nuts, then roll them into small round ladoos.
• The ladoos should be allowed to cool before serving. 

Recipe 4: Multigrain Dosa

Multigrain Dosa is a delicious and nutritious version of basic dosas, made with Aashirvaad Atta with Multigrains, a source of added fibre and protein.

This dosa is not too heavy on the stomach and is filling enough to keep you going till lunchtime, thus a delicious breakfast or lunch option.

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Serving Size: 4-5 dosas

Ingredients:

• 50 g of Aashirvaad Atta with Multigrains
• 1/2 cup rice flour
• 1/4 cup Aashirvaad Besan (chickpea flour)
• 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp Aashirvaad Salt Active (as per your taste)
• 1/4 tsp Aashirvaad Turmeric Powder
• 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste (optional)
• 1-2 tbsp chopped onions (finely) 
• 1-2 tbsps sliced coriander leaves.
• Water (as required to create a smooth batter)
• 1 tsp Aashirvaad Svasti Ghee  (to cook)

Instructions:

• Mix Aashirvaad Atta with Multigrains, rice flour, and Aashirvaad Besan in a large mixing bowl.
• Add cumin seeds, turmeric powder, ginger-garlic paste, and salt.
• Gradually add water till the batter is smooth and runny. The batter has to be similar to pancake batter. 
• Add the coriander leaves (not omitted) and chopped onions.
• Heat a non-stick tawa or griddle on medium heat. Grease the surface with a little Aashirvaad Ghee.
• When the tawa is hot, pour a ladleful of batter onto the surface and, with the back of the ladle, scatter it in a thin, smooth circle. 
• Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip the dosa and cook for 1-2 minutes on the other side until crisp and golden brown.
• Serve the hot multigrain dosa with coconut or tomato chutney.

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Bottom Line

Incorporating Indian recipes using healthier ingredients, such as Aashirvaad products, is an excellent way to help you lose weight while enjoying your meals. These meals are rich in nutrients your body needs and will help you achieve your health goals. 

However, it is imperative to remember that a balanced diet is the secret to both long-term health and weight management.

Consume a wide variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and proteins. 

Always consult a health care provider or nutritionist, who will provide you with customised dietary advice based on your specific health conditions. They will assist you in creating a sustainable diet plan tailored to you.

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