Pack your thali with protein-rich ingredients

With Indian food known to be largely loaded with carbohydrates, protein-rich foods can come in handy in keeping us satiated for longer time and in controlling our portions. Hence, health experts and nutritionists suggest eating foods rich in protein to our diet, particularly when you are trying to shed a few kilos, protein is very important. So, we bring to you some simple tips to pack your vegetarian thali with proteins.

A dal made out of mixed greens can help you absorb more nutrients. So, instead of just using spinach in your dal, next time mix it up with 1/8 cup each of kale, bok choy, and red amaranthus leaves for an enriching and delicious dish. Upgrade your curries by mixing two-three different kinds of vegetables and also greens, if preferred, to make them packed with goodness. For instance, carrot poriyal can also include some bell peppers and chopped spinach with grated coconut. Greens and vegetables can also be added in to raithas. If you prefer eating chapatis, make them using a mix of millet and whole wheat flour to grab some extra proteins. Ingredients like sattu and soybean flour can be great flours to be added to your chapatis. One can even opt to make a filling out of sattu, which is not only loaded with essential nutrients, but is also a summer cooler.