Friday, March 1, 2024

Low-carb Indian foods


Low-carb Indian foods are categorized by food group

Vegetables:

  • All types of dark green leafy vegetables
  • Avocado
  • Aubergine (Baingan)
  • Broccoli
  • Bottle gourd (Dudhi)
  • Bitter gourd (karela)
  • Bell Peppers
  • Cucumber
  • Cabbage
  • Cauliflower

Fruits:

  • Apples
  • Berries
  • Cantaloupe
  • Guava
  • Gooseberries (amla)
  • Grapefruit
  • Kiwi
  • Olives
  • Papaya
  • Celery
  • Lemon
  • Pumpkin (kaddu)
  • Green beans
  • Drumsticks (moringa sticks)
  • Radish
  • Ridge Gourd (torai)
  • Tomato
  • Peaches
  • Pomegranate
  • Honeydew
  • Watermelon
  • Carrots
  • Mushroom
  • Okra
  • Onions
  • Snake Gourd (chichinda)
  • Zucchini

Dairy:

  • Low-fat milk
  • Almond milk
  • Coconut milk
  • Paneer
  • Tofu
  • Greek yogurt
  • Parmesan, gouda, cheddar, feta cheese
  • Heavy cream (in moderation)
  • Ghee (in moderation)

Grains:

  • Jowar (Sorghum)
  • Bajra (pearl millet)
  • Ragi (finger millet)
  • Almond flour
  • Flaxseed flour
  • Dalia (bulgar wheat)
  • Buckwheat
  • Shirataki rice
  • Poha (beaten rice)
  • Quinoa
  • Brown rice
  • Mung beans
  • Black-eyed beans (lobia)
  • Kidney beans (rajma)
  • Black soya beans, chickpeas (chana)

Spices:

  • Turmeric
  • Red chili
  • Cumin
  • Fennel seeds
  • Cinnamon
  • Ginger
  • Fenugreek
  • Rosemary
  • Black pepper

Nuts and Seeds:

  • Pecan nuts
  • Walnuts
  • Brazilian nuts
  • Macadamia nuts
  • Almonds
  • Hazelnuts
  • Pine nuts
  • Chia seeds
  • Flax seeds
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Poppy seeds
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Sesame seeds
  • Makhana (Lotus seeds)
  • Puffed rice

Remember to incorporate these foods into a balanced diet and consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian for personalized advice. Enjoy your healthy eating journey! 🌱🥦🍎

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