7 Quick And Easy Indian Dinner Recipes For Busy Weeknights

By Bharati Kumari
11 Sep 2024, 21:30 IST

Balancing work and life can make preparing dinner a challenge. These seven quick and healthy Indian recipes ensure you can serve a nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Tap to check!

PALAK DAL

Ideal for all vegetarians, palak dal is loaded with protein and iron. In just 30 minutes you can make this dish with the following : lentils, spinach, spices and garlic.

VEGETABLE KHICHDI

Khichdi is a one-pot meal made from rice, lentils and veggies. It’s perfect for a wholesome and hearty dinner that requires minimal preparation.

CHANA MASALA

Chickpeas are full of protein cooked with onions, tomatoes, and Indian spices for a flavourful dish that pairs well with roti or rice.

BESAN CHILLA

A wholesome chilla made of chickpea flour (besan), again high in protein and it is also easy to make. Load it with veggies for added nutrition and pair it with chutney.

TAWA PANEER

Spicy paneer with bell peppers and whole spices on a tawa is another power dinner. Serve with roti or naan for a fulfilling meal.

VEGETABLE PULAO

Basmati rice cooked with veggies and whole spices is aromatic & makes an easy dinner. It is tasty and can be had with yoghurt.

MASOOR DAL SOUP

A light but satisfying, quick lentil soup. Lentils are high in protein and masoor dal cooks rapidly —a great choice for a speedy no fuss dinner option.

CONCLUSION

Quick, easy, and nutritious meals make healthy eating achievable every night. Consult a healthcare professional for personalised advice.