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March 24, 2024 By Shivani Dalvi 2 Comments

Level Up Holi With This Delicious Homemade Rose Thandai Recipe

homemade rose thandai

We all know that no Holi celebration is complete without a sip of a refreshing glass of Thandai. Honestly, nothing beats the summer heat better than this awesome Homemade Rose Thandai! 

Holi has been celebrated in India since time immemorial and it gives people a chance to let loose and enjoy themselves. What enhances the spirit of Holi is the tradition of drinking Thandai along with other delicacies such as gujiya, mathri, malpua, puranpoli, dahi vadas, etc.

As the name suggests, Thandai is a refreshing milk beverage which helps you cool your system almost instantly and serves as a quick source of energy in this scorching summer heat. So let’s #LevelUp this Holi by preparing some homemade Rose Thandai with natural ingredients!

What You Will Need

  • Skimmed Milk – 1 ½ liter 
  • Blanched Almonds – ¾th cup 
  • Poppy Seeds – 3-4 tbsp 
  • Blanched Pistachios – 3-4 tbsp 
  • Soaked Melon Seeds – 3 tbsp 
  • Cardamoms – 4-5 green 
  • Black Peppercorns – 8-10 
  • Dried Rose Petals – 1-2 tbsp 
  • Cinnamon – 1 inch 
  • Saffron – ½ tsp 
  • Sugar – 1 cup 
  • Chia Seeds (optional) – 1-2 tsp  

For Serving & Garnishing:

  • Kulhads (clay mugs) 
  • Finely Chopped Pistachios 
  • Rose Petals 

How to Prepare 

  1. Pour milk in a pan and bring it to boil. Keep stirring it. 
  2. On the side, add the almonds, pistachios, poppy seeds, melon seeds and 2-3 tbsp of warm milk to the grinder jar and grind it till it turns into a smooth paste. Take that paste out into a bowl.
  3. In the grinder jar, add the green cardamoms, black peppercorns, rose petals and cinnamon. Grind them till it turns into a fine powder.
  4. Add saffron to the milk followed by sugar and stir till the sugar melts. 
  5. Add the smooth paste of nuts and seeds and mix it well. 
  6. Add the dry powder of spices with rose petals and let it boil for 5 minutes. 
  7. Pour it all into a jar or a vessel and add the chia seeds once the milk is at room temperature and not hot.  
  8. Let it cool in the refrigerator.  
  9. Serve it chilled in kulhads and garnish with finely chopped pistachios and rose petals.

Nutritional Benefits of the Homemade Rose Thandai 

Each ingredient added to this recipe has its own importance and all together, this is one of the healthiest drinks out there. 

  • Milk is the best source of calcium and good quality protein. Along with these, it also has Zinc and Phosphorus. Cold milk also acts as an antacid.
  • Almonds, Melon Seeds, Cashews and Pistachios are loaded with healthy fats, Magnesium & acts as a good quality source of protein.
  • The spices used are packed with nutrients such as Zinc, Magnesium, Calcium and Iron. They have antioxidants which helps one stay away from diseases.
  • Poppy seeds are a good source of Iron, Phosphorus and Fiber along with Vitamin B and Linoleic Acid.
  • Saffron provides antioxidants. It is a potent antidepressant, antiseptic and is good for digestion. 
  • Rose Petals are rich in Vitamin C, D, E & K along with malic acid and pectic which helps in building immunity. Most importantly, it strengthens the digestive function and gives a cooling effect to the body.

If you want to make this recipe healthier, you can add fennel seeds instead of rose petals. It would be wise to choose Thandai without Bhang. Do try this nutrient-loaded recipe and let us know what you think about it in the comments below! For hair and skincare tips, how to prepare your own colors and post celebration detox tips, speak to our coaches by subscribing for Personalised Health Coaching here. 

Wish you all a Happy Holi! 

#BeTheForce 

February 21, 2024 By Navnee Garg 1 Comment

Healthy Snacks You Must Eat While Watching Your Favourite Show!

healthy snacksIn my previous blog, I spoke about how Binge watching affects our health and how we can stay healthy while doing so! As promised, I will be sharing some recipes for super yummy healthy snacks that you can munch on while watching your favourite shows. These recipes are not only delicious but healthy as well!

Here are 3 healthy snacks you can easily make and munch on!

1. Crispy Kale Chips

All you need is 3 ingredients and 20 minutes to prepare this super healthy and yummy snack! Believe it or not, these crispy chips taste better than fried potato chips, and they are absolutely good for you!

What you will need:

  • 1 head of kale – washed and dried
  • 2 tbsp of olive oil
  • Salt to sprinkle

How to Prepare:

  1. Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  2. Separate kale leaves from stem and cut into 1 ½ inch pieces.
  3. Spread the leaves on a baking sheet and toss with the olive oil and salt.
  4. Bake them for 20 minutes. (Turn the side of leaves halfway to get equal baking on both sides).
  5. Serve the crispy snack in a bowl.

2. Apple Chips

I can understand your hesitation but once you try this, it will be your preferred go-to snack! These cinnamon-laced chips might take a little more time to prepare but are totally worth it!

What You Will Need:

  • 2 golden apples – thinly sliced
  • ½ teaspoon powdered cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoon white sugar

How to Prepare:

  1. Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C).
  2. Spread the Apple slices on a metal baking sheet.
  3. Mix sugar and cinnamon powder together in a bowl; sprinkle equally over apple slices.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven till the apple slices look dried and their edges curl up, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Let then cool and serve after 15 minutes.

3. Fruit Salsa & Cinnamon Chips

Could we ask for anything more? A clever fruit-based recipe that scoops a colourful mixture onto a crunchy flour tortilla (roti), baked with cinnamon and a little sugar! It not only sounds like a treat but tastes like one too!

What You Will Need:

  • 2 Kiwis and Apples – both peeled and diced
  • 1 cup raspberries and strawberries
  • 2 tbsp white sugar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 Rotis (tortilla)
  • 1 spoon butter (for greasing)
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar

How to Prepare:

  1. Mix the kiwi, apples, raspberries, strawberries, white and brown sugar in a large bowl. Cover it and keep it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. Grease one side of each roti with butter and cut them into wedges. Spread them out on a baking tray.
  4. Sprinkle the wedges with the desired amount of cinnamon sugar and grease butter on top again.
  5. Grease one side of each roti with butter. Cut into wedges and spread them in a single layer on a baking tray. Sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. Grease butter on top again.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Once done, allow them to cool for approximately 15 minutes.
  8. Serve with chilled fruit mixture on the top.

Aren’t these recipes just mouthwatering? Try these healthy snacks with your current series and let me know your experience in the comments below.

For more awesome recipes, check out Healthy Reads or ask your GOQii Coach by subscribing for Personalised Health Coaching here.

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November 25, 2023 By Urvi Gohil 1 Comment

Low Calorie Open-Faced Sandwich for Weight Watchers

healthy recipeCraving for a quick snack? Want it to be healthy and aid your weight loss goals? This one is dedicated to weight watchers who wish to eat a low calorie, tasty sandwich! This is my personal healthy recipe for a good low-calorie open-faced sandwich.

Here’s what you will need:

  • Finely chopped purple cabbage (you can use normal cabbage) – 250 gm
  • Shredded carrots – ½ cup*
  • Finely chopped onions – ½ cup
  • Finely chopped fresh coriander leaves – ½ cup
  • Shredded paneer – ½ cup
  • Chilly ginger paste – 1 tbsp*
  • Salt to taste
  • Multigrain bread – 6 slices
  • Green chutney (coriander, garlic, chilly, ginger)
  • Butter or ghee for toasting

Method

  1. In a big bowl, add cabbage, carrot, onion, coriander and paneer and mix
  2. Add chilly ginger paste and salt to the mixture
  3. Take a multigrain bread and spread a tsp of green chutney, top the bread with 3 tbsp of vegetable mix. Repeat this process for all slices.
  4. Grease a pan with butter or ghee and put the slices with vegetable mixture on it to get toasted for 3 to 5 minutes on medium flame.
  5. Once the base of the bread is golden brown, remove it.
  6. Cut diagonally and serve immediately.
  7. Add some cheese on the prepared open bread sandwich if required

Highlights of the Low-Calore Open-Faced Sandwich

  • It has so much color on the plate and gives you the required antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamins and minerals in a quick way
  • Reducing the use of an extra bread makes it a light snack
  • It tastes absolutely delicious!!

*Abbreviations: 1 cup = 200 ml, 1 tbsp = 15 ml

Do try this low-calorie open-faced sandwich, upload your pics on social media or the GOQii Arena and tag us! For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or to get more advice on recipes, nutrition and diet tips for kids, subscribe to GOQii’s Personalised Health Coaching here.

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September 7, 2023 By GOQii 5 Comments

Gopalkala Recipe – A Perfect Evening Snack

Gopalkala RecipeWe always learn a lot from our traditions. It’s not only stories, but also practical implementations that we can do in our day to day life. There’s so much to learn from mythology and history alike. For instance, we have grown up listening to stories of Lord Krishna. We all know that Lord Krishna was brought up in Gokul, where there was plenty of milk & milk products. He was considered notorious for stealing milk, butter, and curd in his childhood. In one of the folklores, it’s mentioned that Lord Krishna used to gather all the food stuff brought by his fellows and mix it up. This gave birth to the dish – Gopalkala (Dahikala) which has different foods mixed up with curd.

We celebrate Janmashtami –Lord Krishna’s birthday, the way Lord Krishna celebrated it; With all the goodies that he liked, prepared at home. Gopalkala or Dahikala is made and given in offering to him on this occasion and then served to the rest of the people.

On the occasion of Janmashtami, let’s look at a Gopalkala Recipe. It’s easy to prepare and doesn’t involve cooking. At the same time, it’s nutritious & healthy. One can have it as an evening snack, mid meal or even as a pre-workout meal! You can even give this dish to your kids in their school tiffin box as well.

What You Will Need

  • Thick Poha or rice flakes – 1 bowl
  • Fresh curd – 1 bowl
  • Chopped Cucumber- ½ bowl
  • Groundnuts – ¼ bowl
  • Roasted chick pea – ¼ bowl
  • Pomegranate – ¼ bowl
  • Grated coconut/ Coconut pieces – ¼ bowl
  • Grated ginger – 1 tsp
  • Chopped Green Chillies – 1-2 tsp
  • Chopped coriander – 1-2 tsp
  • Sugar – 1 tsp
  • Salt to taste

How To Prepare

  1. Wash the rice flakes in a sieve and keep it aside for 5 mins. Let it get soaked
  2. In 1 big bowl, beat the curd with sugar, salt, ginger, green chillies & coconut pieces
  3. Add rice flakes in this bowl. Let it soak for another 5 mins
  4. Add cucumber, groundnuts, roasted chick pea and pomegranate seeds
  5. Mix well & top it with coriander

Nutritional Value

It’s a healthy filling snack, nutritionally well balanced.

  • Poha or rice flakes contribute to the carbohydrate content
  • Curd, groundnuts and roasted chick pea make up for the protein content
  • Curd is an excellent probiotic that is extremely good for gut health and digestion
  • While the Gopalkala recipe doesn’t require oil or ghee, it has healthy fats from groundnut (MUFA) & coconut.
  • It completes your salads & fruits quota too through cucumber & pomegranate. So don’t worry about the fiber, vitamins and antioxidants!

Worried about Poha being a rice product and its GI (Glycemic Index)? Please don’t! The protein, fats and fiber in it will bring down the GI. So what are you waiting for? Don’t just eat it as an offering to God but include it in your daily meals.

We hope you do try this Gopalkala recipe at home and share your thoughts with us in the comments below! Alternatively, you can also take pics of your preparation and share it with us on the GOQii Arena or our Instagram page, tagging GOQii.

For more healthy recipes, check out Healthy Reads or ask a GOQii Coach by subscribing for Personalised Health Coaching here.

Wish you all a happy Shri Krishna Janmashtami! 

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