NEW DELHI: Weight loss can be a daunting task that demands constant attention to diet and lifestyle. However, it’s a misconception that weight loss always means sacrificing taste and indulging in unappetising dry salads. Contrary to popular belief, there are various delicious and exciting foods that can be healthy and tasty. As India experiences the scorching summer, cold salads can be a refreshing and delightful addition to one’s diet. It’s an excellent option for those opting for a low-carb diet and aiming to maintain a healthy weight. To help you spice up your salad game, ShareChat creator Rashmi R Rai has come up with three no-fuss, refreshing and delicious recipes that will leave you craving more! Please note that Rashmi R Rai is a food creator and not a certified nutritionist or dietician.
Cucumber Salad: Cucumber Salad is a total classic! Cucumber, a low-calorie vegetable is known to have high-water content, hydrating our body from the inside while keeping us full! Load your refrigerators with tonnes of cucumbers this summer because you will definitely make this recipe again and again!
Ingredients: 2 Cucumbers, boiled black channa - 1 and 1/2 cup, 1 chopped Tomato, 1/2 chopped Onion, 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice - 1/2 cup Granted Paneer, 1/2 cup chopped coriander, 1/2 cup mint paste, 1-2 tablespoons Black pepper, 2 teaspoons chopped green chilli, 4-6 tablespoons Schezwan sauce, salt to taste.
Method: Peel the cucumber, and cut them into two lengthwise pieces, deseed them. Add the boiled black channa, tomato, onion, black pepper, green chilli, mint paste, Schezwan sauce and salt. Mix them all well together. Add this mix to the deseeded cucumbers. Decorate this with grated paneer, chopped coriander and lemon juice. Serve it fresh and enjoy this healthy snack
Green Moong Salad: A chilled hearty bowl of moong salad is all you need to feel refreshed and energised. Extremely filling, easy to digest, low in calories and rich in protein, this scrumptious salad with moong dal can easily be eaten as a meal.
Ingredients: Boiled green Moong dal - 1 cup. Chopped Cucumber - 1 cup. Tomato - 1. Pomegranate pearls - 1 cup. Walnut - 1/2 cup. Black pepper powder - 2-3 teaspoons. Olive oil - 3 tablespoon. Chopped Coriander - 1/2 cup. Lemon juice - 1-2 tablespoons. Salt to taste.
Method: Take a bowl and add all the ingredients and mix it well. Refrigerate for 10 minutes if you like your salad cold and serve immediately.
Macaroni Salad: The classic macaroni salad is a must-make every year, and we can’t imagine summer without it! This creamy bowl of goodness, made with elbow macaroni, sliced vegetables and yoghurt is a healthy and delicious alternative to your pasta craving.
Ingredients: Boiled wheat or multigrain macaroni - 2 cups. Boiled white chana - 1 cup. Chopped tomato - 1 cup. Chopped or diced cucumber - 1 cup. Boiled sweet corn - 1/2 cup. Chopped cabbage - 1 cup. Chopped green chilli - 1-2. Black pepper powder - 1 teaspoon. Chopped onion - 1. Chinese chilli sauce - 1-2 tablespoons. Yoghurt - 1-2 tablespoons
Method: Boil the chopped cabbage if you like it soft, or use it raw if you like the crunch. Mix all the ingredients well and enjoy the salad. (IANS)
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