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​6 healthy low-oil vegetarian Indian lunch options​

Vegetable Khichdi
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Vegetable Khichdi
Made with rice, moong dal, and seasonal vegetables, khichdi is easy to digest and requires minimal oil. It’s comforting, protein-rich, and ideal for a light yet filling lunch.


Palak Dal with Roti
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Palak Dal with Roti
Spinach dal cooked with basic spices and minimal oil provides iron, protein, and fibre. Pair it with whole wheat roti for a balanced, nutrient-dense meal.

Vegetable Upma
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Vegetable Upma
Prepared with semolina and plenty of vegetables, upma can be made using very little oil. It’s light on the stomach and keeps you energetic throughout the day.

Lauki Chana Dal
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Lauki Chana Dal

Bottle gourd cooked with chana dal is low in calories and high in fibre. This simple dish supports digestion and works well with phulka or brown rice.

Curd Rice with Tempered Seeds
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Curd Rice with Tempered Seeds
A small amount of oil for tempering mustard seeds and curry leaves is enough for this probiotic-rich meal. It’s cooling, gut-friendly, and ideal for hot afternoons.

Sprouts Salad with Multigrain Roti
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Sprouts Salad with Multigrain Roti
Mixed sprouts tossed with onions, tomatoes, lemon, and mild spices offer high protein and fibre without oil. Pair it with multigrain roti for a wholesome lunch.

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