South Indian Dishes That Promote Weight Loss

Palak

Avial 

It is a healthy dish rich in fiber and vitamins made with a variety of vegetables such as beans, pumpkin, carrots, and eggplant that is cooked in coconut-based gravy.  

Curd Rice

Curd rice is a filling South Indian dish that contains rice, spiced curd mixture, red chilies, and curry leaves.

Rasam 

A spicy and tangy South Indian soup low in calories and fats made with lentils, tomatoes, tamarind, and spices that can help control appetite.

Pongal

A traditional South Indian dish made with lentils, rice, and spices and is rich in fiber, protein, and complex carbohydrates.

Neer Dosa

It is a basic dosa made from rice batter and is known for its lack of fermentation and simple preparation methods.

Vegetable Upma

A nutrient-rich dish that is made using rava and several veggies like potatoes, onions, tomatoes, peas, carrots, and others

Idli Sambar

Idli is a soft, fluffy steamed cake made from fermented rice and lentil batter and the Sambar is a lentil-based stew made with several veggies and spices.