5 Healthy recipes to break the fast on this Teej

Teej is one of the most auspicious Hindu festivals. On this day, women fast for their Husband’s good health and marital life. Women dress up beautifully in traditional attire, wear jewelry, and apply Heena. They meet in a group to perform puja and offer prayer to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, sing folk songs, and wait until moonrise to break the fast. Well after fast it’s time to feast and no Indian festival is complete without tempting and delicious food. But what is important is to have a healthy feast, so that health is not affected.

Here are 5 healthy recipes to try right after Fast

• Hara Bhara Kebab – One of the most enjoyed delicacies. Hara Bhara Kebab is a popular dish and a perfect to celebrate Teej healthily. Hara Bhara Kebab is prepared using healthy ingredients like green peas, boiled potatoes, and spinach. Instead of deep-frying, either you can bake or cook in a pan by brushing some oil to keep Hara Bhara Kebab healthy and low in calories.
• Ragi Gur Halwa – Sweets are an integral part of the meals during festivals. Halwa is the traditional dish prepared during festivals. During festivals are you avoiding sweets because they are not healthy? This week you can indulge in Ragi Gur Halwa without any guilt. Ragi being a rich source of calcium, iron, and jaggery is also a good source of iron making the recipes healthy as well as nourishing.
• Makhana Kheer – Kheer is a classic Indian dessert prepared during celebrations and festivals. The major ingredient of kheer is milk prepared along with rice. Well, you can enjoy kheer during the festival without having to worry about the weight. Instead of full-fat dairy milk can replace with nut milk or low-fat milk. Rice can be replaced with oats and sugar can be swapped with jaggery. Adding saffron makes kheer aromatic and nuts make the rich in nutrients.
• Soya Pulav – Rice is the main ingredient in the meal. Pulav is the classic flavorsome and aromatic Indian delicacy. Pulav prepared with vegetables and soya is very healthy and nutrient-dense. Soya Pulav is a one-pot meal that includes all nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fiber.
• Matar Paneer – Paneer is one of the most ingredients during the celebration and is enjoyed by all. Matar paneer is a mouth-watering dish and also easy to prepare. Prepared in the base of tomato gravy gives a perfect tangy flavor. Both the major ingredients paneer and green peas are nutrient-dense and rich in protein. Matar Paneer is a healthy dish to enjoy during the festival.

Over To You
After fasting for the whole day, feasting on healthy dishes adds more benefits to overall health. Do try these healthy dishes this Teej.