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Revisit these healthy dishes, all under 350 calories, and make them a part of your daily diet once again

- Kavita devgan Nutritioni­st, Delhi

10 traditiona­l dishes to have, with their calorific count

Bhutte ki Kees

The milk and corn-based light breakfast from Indore is is loaded with protein and fibre, but also carotenoid­s lutein and zeaxanthin. Delivers 11 gm protein and 270 calories per serving

Ragi Kuzhu (porridge)

This ragi and buttermilk dish is an excellent cooler. Gluten-free, one-pot meal from Tamil Nadu, it is low in calories, and rich in calcium and iron. Delivers 10 gm protein and 250 calories per serving

Kosambari (lentil chaat)

Packed with proteins, the refreshing salad from Karnataka has essential enzymes that cooked food lacks. Delivers 7 gm protein and 200 calories per serving

Sattu Parantha (makuni roti)

Sattu is a high energy, protein giving food comprising all essential ingredient­s. This popular Bihari staple is good for weight watchers. Delivers 11 gm protein and 200 calories per serving

Bajra Khichri

This delicious khichri from Rajasthan delivers lots of insoluble fibre and is rich in niacin, a vitamin that helps in lowering cholestero­l levels. Delivers 10 gm protein and 270 calories per serving

Rice Pongal

The rice and dal mix south Indian comfort food is light on the stomach and can be prepared in a jiffy. It is packed with proteins, and is great for days when you want to give your stomach some rest. Delivers 10 gm protein and 300 calories per serving

Kelyachi Shikran

Made from banana, milk, and jaggery, the dessert from Maharashtr­a is a quick, healthy sweet cravings settler. Delivers 7.5 gm protein and 220 calories per serving

Sarki

The traditiona­l Bohra cold lentil, yoghurt soup is refreshing and replenishi­ng and delivers benefits of both lentils and dairy. Delivers 12 gm protein and 350 calories per serving

Beetroot Chaach

The yoghurt and beetroot combinatio­n helps in lowering blood pressure due to the high nitrate content of beetroot. Delivers 6 gm protein and 200 calories per serving

Sabja lemonade

Loaded with antioxidan­ts, the summer cooler made with sabja seeds and lemon juice is a immunity booster and a low calorie snacking option. Delivers 60 calories per serving

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