Recipe- 5 Tasty And Healthy Low Calorie Breakfast You Can Try

Having a satiating yet low calorie breakfast sets the right tone for the rest of the day. When you eat light, you feel energetic throughout the day. A good breakfast also helps your body recover faster from any training or physical activity. However, in rushed mornings, preparing a healthy, low fat breakfast may not be an option. Here are some simple recipes to solve this issue for you.

# Methi Oats Roti

This low calorie Indian breakfast takes just 15 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients:

Whole wheat flour- 1 cup
Rolled oats- ¼ cup
Chopped methi/ fenugreek leaves- ½ cup
Chilli paste- 1 teaspoon
Salt to taste

Directions:

- Knead all the ingredients together in a bowl to prepare a smooth and soft dough.

- Pick small, equal portions, and roll each one out into a circle that is about 7” in diameter.

- Then, heat some oil on a non-stick pan and roast both sides till light brown.

- Serve this low calorie breakfast with a side of yogurt.

# Vegetable Jowar Porridge

Jowar is one of the best low calorie breakfast foods because it is also rich in fibre.

Ingredients:

Coarsely ground jowar- ½ cup
1 teaspoon oil
Chopped mixed vegetables- 1 cup
Mustard seeds- ½ teaspoon
Asafoetida- a pinch

Directions:

- Mix the powdered Jowar with 3 cups of water and salt to taste. Cook well in a pressure cooker.

- In a deep pan, heat some oil and add the asafoetida and mustard seeds.

- When the mustard seeds begin to crackle, add the mixed vegetables and saute them for a few minutes.

- Mix in the cooked jowar, some water and salt and allow it to simmer for 10 minutes.

- When it has reached the desired consistency, let it cool down.

- Serve this healthy low calorie breakfast with a topping of freshly chopped coriander, onion, and tomato.

# Pumpkin Oats

Oats is one of the most popular low calorie breakfast foods. Here is a simple recipe with a healthy twist.

Ingredients:

Red pumpkin cubes- 1 cup
Soaked and cooked oats- ½ cup
Chopped, unpeeled apple- ½ cup
Nutmeg- 1 pinch
Vanilla essence- ¼ tsp
Maple syrup- 1 tsp

Directions:

- In a deep, non-stick pan, add 1 cup of water and combine the red pumpkin. Cover the pan and let the pumpkin cook for a few minutes.

- After it has cooled completely, blend it into a paste.

- Transfer this mixture into a bowl and mix in all the other ingredients. You may add some warm water to bring it to the desired consistency.

- Top with roasted pumpkin seeds and chopped apples.

- This healthy low calorie breakfast can also be stored for a few days in the refrigerator and used when needed.

# Moong and Methi Sprouts Wrap

This low calorie breakfast is also a hit with the little ones. It is highly recommended for diabetics too.

Ingredients for the filling:

Chopped fenugreek leaves- 1 cup
Boiled whole green gram or moong sprouts- 1 cup
Oil- 1 tsp
Chopped green chillies- 2 tsp
Turmeric powder- ¼ tsp
Lemon juice- 1 tsp
Salt to taste

Ingredients for the onion and garlic spread:

Chopped garlic- 1 tsp
Chopped onions- 2 tbsp
Low fat curd- ½ cup
Cumin seeds- ½ tsp
Chilli powder- ½ tsp
Salt to taste

Directions:

- In a non-stick pan, heat some oil and saute the green chillies.

- Add the fenugreek leaves and saute for about 1 minute.

- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Cook for a few minutes on a low flame.

- Mix all the ingredients for the garlic spread in a small bowl.

- You can use pita bread or chapatis to make the rolls.

- Spread a thin layer of the garlic spread first.

- Top with the methi and moong filling and roll it up.

- You can serve this low calorie Indian breakfast with any chutney of your choice to add some spice to it.

# Orange, Oatmeal, and Almond Milk

If you are in a real rush, this is a great breakfast option. You can also make this low calorie breakfast the night before and store it in an airtight container for consumption the next day.

Ingredients:

Quick cooking rolled oats- ½ cup
Unsweetened almond milk- 1 cup
Whisked curd- ¼ cup
Honey- ½ tbsp
Chopped dates- 1 tbsp
Chia seeds- 1 tsp
Orange segments- ¼ cup

Directions:

- In a tall jar or mason jar, combine the almond milk, oats, and curds. Mix it well with a whisk.

- Add the chia seeds, dates and honey.

- Refrigerate it for about 4 hours.

- When serving this low calorie breakfast, top it with orange segments to add a citrus twist.

- You can also add other fruits of your choice.