Healthy Oats Idli

Healthy Oats Idli

Per Serving

  • Rolled Oats: ¼ cup
  • Curd (slightly sour): ½ tbsp.
  • Urad dal: 1 tbsp.
  • Ginger green chillies, finely chopped: ¼ tsp
  • Coriander, finely chopped
  • Fruit salt: ¼ tsp
  • Salt: ¼ tsp
  • Water

 

Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm

*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon

  • Combine oats and urad dal in a blender to make smooth powder.
  • Add ½ cup of water, curd, ginger chilli paste, salt and mix well to make a batter of pouring consistency. Allow it to rest for 1 hour.
  • Mix the batter and add fruit salt, 2 tsp of water and mix.
  • Add spoonful of batter into greased idli moulds.
  • Steam in an idli steamer for 10 – 15 minutes or until cooked.
  • Demould the oats idli and serve hot idli with sambhar.
  • Oats idli is a powerhouse of nutrients and a healthy breakfast recipe that gives you sustained energy throughout the morning while taking care of your heart’s health. It is also a perfect way to start your day if you want something nutritious.
  • Oats contain beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that has been shown to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. Regular consumption of beta-glucan has also been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease.
  • Urad dal is an excellent source of plant-based protein. Protein is an essential nutrient that helps maintain muscle mass and is important for overall heart health.
Calories (kcal)
Carbohydrates (g)
Proteins (g)
Fats (g)

285.26

45.43

13.42

5.54

Reference:

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