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  Weight loss salad recipe, channa sweet potato salad recipe for weight loss can be had as a filling meal for lunch or dinner. The resistant starch in sweet potato helps to keep you feel fuller for a longer time along with the protein in channa. Channa is also known as chickpeas. This bowl of salad is drizzled with homemade vegan cashew yogurt. Loaded with healthy gut friendly probiotics this salad is a meal in itself. Ingredients: 2 carrots, grated handful of shallots, chopped 1 green chilli, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1/2 capsicum handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped 1 medium sweet potato, cubed 1/4 inch ginger, grated 2 garlic cloves, grated 2 cups cooked channa (chickpeas) Juice of 1 whole lemon 1 tsp roasted jeera powder (cumin powder) Pink himalayan salt as needed 3/4 tsp amchur powder (dry mango powder) A sprinkle of chaat masala (optional) 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp black pepper powder 3-4 tbsp vegan cashew curd/yogurt (Recipe video link below) ------ Notes: Sw...

whey protein shake, how to make a post workout whey protein shake at home. whey protein isolates is a must after a workout for fat loss and muscle building. So today, I am sharing my favourite whey protein shake. It is loaded with antioxidants, healthy carbs and protein.

sweet potato upma, how to make sweet potato upma with left over boiled sweet potatoes. This is an easy and quick yet filling recipe, perfect for breakfast or lunch. You can even pack this for office lunch when you plan to want a grain free meal.

Oil free chicken fry roast recipe. This zero oil chicken fry is cooked in coconut milk without any extra added oil. A 100% oil free chicken recipe for the health conscious. The whole process is detailed in my video including making homemade garam masala, grinding fresh masala gives a nice flavour to the chicken roast. This is one oil free chicken recipe that you can enjoy without any guilt. I know I am not consistent in posting recipes here on my blog and imagine its been 8 long years since I started this small place of mine and its always a joy to share recipes with you. I am a little more active on my Youtube channel, so feel free to check my channel "Skinny Recipes" on Youtube. This chicken is cooked in coconut milk and roasted with freshly ground spices and can be paired with rice, roti, appam or even with puttu . How to make oil free chicken roast Ingredients: Chicken with bones (bone-in chicken): 900 gms for the garam masala: 1/2 tsp saunf 1/4 tsp jeera...

Chocolate peanut butter in 1 minute, how to make chocolate peanut butter in Indian mixie/mixer grinder. This healthy refined sugar free chocolate peanut butter is so much better than store bought one or even nutella. It has no unhealthy fats, added preservatives or even refined oil. This is an excellent guilt free healthy snack option for kids and adults alike. Peanuts are high in protein and can also be used in smoothies, oats porridges and as a spread on your breakfast toast. Hope you will try this amazing chocolate peanut butter recipe which takes just under 1 minute to make in your mixie. Wishing you all an amazing Christmas with family and friends.

Jackfruit roti recipe, learn how to make jackfruit roti; a perfect whole some diabetic diet meal. Jackfruit roti is made with raw jackfruit powder and whole wheat flour. The high fibre in raw mature jackfruit will help with constipation, bloating and the low glycemic index in the jackfruit flour make it a perfect meal replacement for diabetes. The high fibre in raw jackfruit gives a feeling of fullness and satiety and thus you wont feel hungry after a meal with jackfruit. Jackfruit flour is very low in calorie when compared to rice and wheat and the low GI helps in managing blood sugar levels. Traditionally in Kerala, raw jackfruit was had as a meal with some protein based curry like a fish curry or a meat curry. Chakka kuzhachathu or chakka puzhukku is a perfect filling diabetic friendly meal. I have made a detailed video on how to make jackfruit roti, pls do check the video to understand more.

Jackfruit flour for diabetes and weight loss. Cure diabetes with raw jackfruit flour. Jackfruit flour is made from mature raw jackfruit; either sun-dried or dehydrated and ground to a find powder. Jackfruit flour is gluten free and has a lower GI rate than rice and wheat. The low GI, low calorie, and high fibre in raw mature jackfruit helps a diabetic patient feel fuller and thus avoid snacking which eventually will help in weight loss.

Weight loss pizza recipe with a healthy Italian pizza sauce which has both Indian and Italian flavours; which can be made on a tawa or pan and no oven needed. In this video I am also sharing how to make a healthy tomato sauce recipe to be topped on top of the pizza base. I already shared a weight loss pizza topped with green chutney  and paneer. This pizza can be a filling and nutritious, fibre rich meal for lunch. You can make ahead this pizza base and keep in the fridge and simply reheat it lightly on the tawa and then top it with the pizza toppings. A quick and easy healthy meal ready in minutes.

Weight loss pizza recipe, learn to make easy and healthy Indian style weight loss pizza on tawa or pan at home. Yes, no oven needed to make this multigrain pizza at home. Topped with healthy green chutney, vegetables, and dahi. I used curd/dahi as a "cheesy topping" and for protien I used crumbled panner. The base is made with whole wheat flour and ragi.

Who doesn't like curd rice and today, I am sharing my version of healthy curd rice for weight loss. Indian meal plans are elaborate and time consuming, but this curd rice is so easy and filling minus the unhealthy fats and calories; full of fibre, packed with vitamin A, healthy fats!! yes, curd rice can be an healthier option too. Healthy curd rice can be packed for lunch especially if you are a busy working lady or had as a dinner to beat that summer heat.

Golden milk chia seed pudding is an excellent and easy filling weight loss pudding which has all the goodness of turmeric and chia seeds. It also keeps you fuller for a longer time and hence is a great breakfast option if you are on a weight loss journey.

green chutney buttermilk is a quick and easy summer weight loss diet drink. If you have some left over green chutney then this buttermilk is a must for summer. It cools down your body from the summer heat and keeps you feeling fuller for a longer time. buttermilk is a perfect weight loss drink to beat the summer heat and enriched with the goodness of green chutney, it is perfect for kids as well as adults. PS-if making for kids reduce the chilli. Himalayan pink salt helps to reduce water retention, so it is good choice over ordinary salt. You can make 2 batches of this and carry to work, and it will fit in your tote bag without spilling out. So I highly recommend an airtight mason jar, if you are planning to carry it to work. Shallots have many health benefits and in Kerala it is used widely in cooking and usually shallots are had raw in buttermilk. ingredients: 4 tbsp homemade curd 1- 1 1/2 tbsp green chutney (or as needed) 1 1/2 cups water Salt as needed 1 green chil...

Vegan mango chia pudding, chia seeds for weight loss. This vegan mango chia pudding is healthy, refined sugar free pudding with chia seeds and mango and the perfect breakfast if you are trying to lose weight. Chia seeds are rich in fibre and one of the best plant based sources of omega 3 fatty acids. Did you know that omega-3 promotes weight loss?? Chia seeds are one of the best plant based sources of omega 3 fatty acids, reduces harmful cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of diabetes, reduces appetite, and fat storage. This mango chia pudding will keep you fuller for a longer time and helps to keep hunger pangs away.

how to make Indian ghee/desi ghee at home for weight loss, the traditional Ayurvedic way. ghee or clarified butter is an healthy fat which has many benefits and can be made from the cream/malai of milk. Ghee is a superfood and homemade ghee is a must in your diet as it contains many vital nutrients much needed for the body. Ghee helps to lose body fat with its short chain fatty acids . It also helps to absorb fat soluble vitamins like A, E, D, and K2 much needed for combating issues like thyroid, pcod, leaky gut syndrome etc. Homemade ghee has a subtle yellow color and I have not added any color or flavourings. Desi ghee will harden a little once it has cool down completely. Do check my video on how to make homemade ghee the traditional Ayurvedic way.

poha upma recipe, poha upma for weight loss - poha or flattened rice or beaten rice is light on the stomach and helps to keep your fuller for a longer time. This meal is ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner; replace one meal with this traditional upma to help you lose weight. I am using the thick variety of red poha which is hand pound, poha is completely gluten free, light on the stomach, and an excellent source of energy. It provides vitamin B1, iron, zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, vitamin A, and calcium. It contains no cholesterol and saturated fat. It is an excellent option for hypothyroid and pcod diet or for people who are anemic. Poha is inexpensive and easily available and is a whole some food. I used ghee in this recipe; did you know that ghee reduces the glycemic index of the food it is added too? I ngredients: 1 cup poha peanuts: 1/4 cup 1 tbsp: coconut oil or ghee 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds 1 whole red chilli 1 sprig curry leaves 1 chopped ...

thyroid diet smoothie recipe , chocolate smoothie for breakfast with poha or aval is a filling and gluten free breakfast meal and perfect way to start your day. thyroid health is a concern these days and trying to include foods that are good for your thyroid heath is a great way to combat the disease naturally. thyroid and weight loss is easy to manage if you include certain foods in your diet which will not only help to reduce weight, bloating and fatigue but will give you more energy and a glowing and radiant skin. my favourite thyroid food is cacao, if you ask me its the best thing in the world. Cacao nibs are rich in iron , magnesium, zinc, copper, manganese, and vitamin C and that means it is great for your thyroid health. Be sure to choose raw cacao powder.  The best thing about cacao is that it increased brain function, metabolism, and prevents and treats depression...yes, cacao makes you happy! it certainly does make me!! Banana is one healthy natural plant base...

heard of cacao nibs?? its not cocoa nibs! its cacao nibs! they are raw chocolate chips, no processing, no added refined sugar, but you still get that chocolate flavour plus all the amazing natural benefits of chocolate and this my friends is a super food that should be included in your diet if you are a chocoholic like me. if you are not familiar with cacao nibs, then you should continue reading. Most of us knows that cacao or Theobroma cacao, is the source of original natural chocolate. It actually comes from the seeds of the fruit of the cacao tree; I remember during my childhood on one summer holidays while playing with my cousins at Kottayam, we came across the cacao tree and we managed to pull out a large fruit and somehow opened it and found some white seeds and in my all kiddish innocence thinking it is pure cacao I tasted some and it was the most bitterest taste I have experienced and the reason why I still remember it when I think of original cacao fruit. So, the seeds o...

super weight loss chocolate smoothie - healthy chocolate banana shake ; is one of my favourite healthy refined sugar free breakfast smoothie and best of all it keeps you fuller and satiated for a long time...and helps you to lose weight fast. chocolate for weight loss ?? yes!! does chocolate makes you happy?? well, it does it seems it releases some good hormones which elevates our moods! so, need any more reason not to have chocolate for breakfast? to make this a power packed, fortified with antioxidants and omega 3s, I am using some super foods plus they will also keeps you fuller for a long time. no refined sugar?? where does the sweetness comes from? its bananas! the trick is to freeze banana once it is ripened and that gives more sweetness, try it!! if you feel you need more sweetness; then my choice would be dates! raw cacao  nibs ! how much I love thee! if you bite into raw cacao nibs, you sure wont like the bitter taste (the more bitter the more heal...

Avocado salad or avocado mango salsa is a quick salad which I make when avocados are in season.  This is a great filling salad and the mangoes gives an nice flavour along with the crunch of the onions. A must try recipe if you have the ingredients at hand. This salad is a great luch option and if you are on the go and want to take it to work; just put in a mason jar and give it a shake before you have it. You can check this salad in a jar recipe if you are looking for more filling salad recipes for lunch, the video recipe is down below. Avocados are fruits and not vegetable and they have the most healthiest fat and they are high in fiber, potassium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin E, and they have a high concentration of mono-saturated fatty acids. Avocados have healthy fats and cancer fighting anti-oxidants, 11 different carotenoids in avocado helps to fight heart diseases. The highest concentration of these above mentioned compoounds are found just under the skin, the dark...

Overnight oats recipe (Indian style mango lassi overnight oats/oatmeal), have you heard of overnight oats? they are quick and easy oats recipe for that busy mornings or if you are on a weight loss plan. Overnight oats are made by soaking oats in milk, yogurt, water, or even fruit juice and kept in fridge for a few hours or overnight.  They can be topped with your favourite fruits and dry fruits and the best of all it's NO COOK!! And it takes just under 5 minutes to prepare them and your breakfast is ready to serve the next day. They will keep you fuller for a long time too. Need any excuse for skipping the most important meal of the day?? I have started another youtube channel   where I share only healthy and low calorie recipes, do hop over and subscribe :) Okay, back to the overnight oats recipe, usually they are prepared in a mason jar or a glass container with a lid for the sole reason they can be able to be carried to work place. If you plan to take this t...