Fuel your morning: 4 nutritious millet recipes for a healthy breakfast

Kickstart your day with nutritious millet! These healthy breakfast recipes will keep you energised and satisfied, combining taste and wellness in every bite.

Published on: Jun 12, 2024 10:03 AM IST

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Millet is a versatile, nutrient-rich grain often used in healthy diets. It's gluten-free, high in fiber, and rich in essential minerals like magnesium and phosphorus. These healthy and hearty breakfast recipes shared by Dr Dimple Jangda, Ayurveda & Gut Health Coach in her recent Instagram post provide a balanced mix of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber to keep you full and energised throughout the day. (Pexels)

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Millet Breakfast Bowl: Mix cooked millet with sautéed vegetables and cooked beans or lentils. Season with herbs and spices. (Pinterest)

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Millet Porridge: Cook millet grains (such as foxtail millet or pearl millet) with water. Add sweeteners like honey. Sprinkle with nuts and seeds for added protein. (Unsplash)

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Millet upma: Sauté mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, and bell peppers. Add cooked millet and season with salt, turmeric, and other spices. Garnish with cilantro. (Pinterest)

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Millet Idli or Dosa: Ferment finger millet overnight with a little urad dal. Use the fermented batter to make idlis or dosas. Serve with healthy coconut chutney. (Pinterest)

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Ensure millet is thoroughly rinsed to remove any debris and bitter compounds. For optimal digestion, consider soaking millet before cooking to reduce anti-nutrients like phytic acid. (Pexels)