Written by Poorva Chavan | Updated : January 9, 2015 12:02 PM IST
Do you love meat or fish, but can’t indulge due to the ‘unhealthy’ tag attached with it? Here’s a healthy non-veg food guide just for you. Go grab them!
Chicken soup: Yes, it tops our list because it has minimal calories, and is known to help cure cold and cough. Chicken is rich in proteins and certain amino acids, which instantly lighten your mood. Toss in some vegetables like carrots, onions and garlic to reap their benefits.
Grilled chicken: Chicken in any form is delicious but grill it and it boggles your taste buds. Minimal in calories, when grilled with herbs, it is the best thing ever invented!
Chicken caesar salad: Caesar salad is loaded with the goodness of boiled chicken, garlic, croutons, lettuce and anchovies. Toss all these together in a bowl with some low fat mayonnaise for an instant salad.
Grilled chicken sandwich: Wrap the goodness of grilled chicken in some bread, add some fresh lettuce leaves and you have yourself a healthy snack. Lettuce is excellent for weight loss as it has zero calories and is rich in vitamin C. Add it to your sandwich if you are on a weight loss regime!
Tandoori chicken: Chicken marinated in spicy Indian masala grilled in a tandoor is a healthy option for chicken lovers. Usually regarded as unhealthy, tandoori chicken is actually healthy as it is grilled without oil or butter and the charcoal adds an earthy flavor to the chicken.
Seafood chowder: This is no different than a soup but a little bit of flour gives it a nice thickness. Stir fry some clams, shrimps, crab meat and fish like salmon with veggies of your choice and add some sea food stock to make this healthy chowder. Seafood chowder is loaded with proteins, minerals and omega-3-fatty acids. Sprinkle some dry herbs to enjoy this broth.
Baked garlic crabs: This is an ideal healthy dish when your entire family gets together for Sunday lunch. Crabs are rich in nutrients like chromium, which regulate insulin levels, making them excellent for diabetics. Like other sea food, it is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Sauté a few garlic cloves, parsley and some salt in olive oil. Add it to the crabs in the baking pan and bake it in a preheated oven at 375 degrees for 25 minutes.
Grilled salmon: Salmon is one of the healthiest fish available to you. There are no restrictions from eating it during weight loss diets either. Rub some herbs like thyme, rosemary and some sea salt before grilling it over some extra virgin olive oil and enjoy this delicious and satiating low-on-fat fish!
Grilled Hilsa, Rohu or Katla: Hilsa, rohu or katla are fresh water fish and are highly nutritious. Rohu is rich in vitamin C, while katla is an oily fish which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Common in south Asia, this fish, when grilled, is highly delicious.
Seafood salad: Shrimps, scallops, salmon, crab meat, tuna are excellent for a seafood salad. Not only is it a treasure house of minerals, nutrients and omega-3 fatty acids, but vitamin C too by adding some bell peppers and lettuce. When made with low fat mayonnaise, it is a healthy option to choose.
Start your day with a nutritious and delicious breakfast by incorporating eggs into your morning routine. Eggs, in numerous ways, can satisfy your taste buds and energise you throughout the day. RICHI, Founder Habbit and Orange Room explore five egg-based breakfast ideas that will help you maximise your mornings while maximising your nutrition, ensuring a healthy and satisfying start to your day.
Poached egg: Poaching an egg is a rather complex yet delicate way of cooking it. Bring some water to simmer and break open an egg in it. Cook until the egg white solidifies but let the yolk be soft. Pair it with some freshly cut vegetables and some whole wheat bread for a healthy eating experience.
Tuna sandwich: Sandwiches are easy to make and a handy snack. Put some tuna and lettuce in between two multigrain bread slices and you get a healthy snack. Tuna is called the ‘World’s Healthiest Fish’ for a reason. Not only is it rich in omega-3 fatty acids but also rich in antioxidants like selenium, which protect cells from oxygen related damage.
Turkey salad: Mix shredded and cooked turkey with some chopped onions, celery and bell peppers. Add olive oil as a dressing and enjoy this crisp turkey salad.
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