Quick healthy Indian breakfast recipes are a must in today’s fast-paced world, where everyone is caught up in their daily routines. Mornings can be hectic—whether you’re rushing to work, getting kids ready for school, or managing a busy household. Unfortunately, breakfast is often the first thing we skip, and that’s not a healthy habit. A well-balanced breakfast fuels your body, boosts your focus, and sets a positive tone for the rest of the day.
In this blog let’s explore some healthy and easy to make recipes in short time that are also easy to prepare, delicious and perfect for busy mornings.
Vegetable Upma
Vegetable upma is made from semolina (rava) and mixed vegetables. Upma is light, nutritious and fills your stomach.
How to make quickly
Roast rava beforehand and store it. In the morning, just sauté mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chopped veggies. Add water, salt, and the roasted rava. Your upma is ready in 10 minutes.
Poha
Why it’s good:
Poha is light on the stomach and rich in iron, especially when made with peanuts and lemon juice.Wash poha and keep it aside. In a pan, cook mustard seeds, onions, green chilies, turmeric, and then add the poha. Garnish with coriander and lemon juice.
Moong Dal Chilla (Savory Pancake)
Why it’s good:
Packed with protein and fiber, moong dal chilla is great for weight management and energy.
Make it faster:
Soak moong dal the night before and blend it in the morning with spices and ginger. Pour batter on a non-stick pan and cook like a dosa.
Besan (Gram Flour) Cheela
Why it’s good:
A high-protein, gluten-free breakfast that is quick and easy to make.
How to make:
Mix besan with water, onions, coriander, and spices to make a thin batter. Cook it like a pancake on a tawa. Serve with curd or mint chutney.
Idli with Sambar or Chutney
Why it’s good:
Idlis are steamed and low in fat. When paired with protein-rich sambar, they make a wholesome meal.
Time-saving idea:
Use ready-made idli batter or prepare it in bulk for the week. You can also steam idlis while getting ready!
Oats Upma or Oats Chilla
Why it’s good:
Oats are great for heart health and digestion.
Quick version:
Dry roast oats, add veggies, spices, and cook like regular upma. Or grind oats and mix with besan to make oats chilla.
Dalia (Broken Wheat) Porridge
Why it’s good:
Dalia is rich in fiber and keeps you full for a long time.
Quick hack:
Cook dalia in a pressure cooker with veggies and spices. You can also make it sweet with milk, jaggery, and dry fruits.
Sprout Salad or Toast
Why it’s good:
Sprouts are full of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
How to eat quickly:
Mix boiled sprouts with onions, tomatoes, lemon juice, and spices. Or, add sprouts to whole grain toast for a crunchy twist.
Final Thoughts
These quick healthy Indian breakfast recipes are perfect for those who don’t want to compromise on health even during busy mornings. Most of these recipes take less than 15 minutes and can be pre-prepped to save even more time.
At AS Nutri Help, we believe that eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult or boring. With a little planning and the right recipes, you can start your day the healthy Indian way—every day!