Dietician recommends 10 protein-rich dishes for your diet to meet your daily requirement | Health News

Protein is one of the most important macronutrients of our diet. It plays a big role in repairing and building muscles, boosts immunity and maintains skin and hair.
Despite having a versatile cuisine spanning over a thousand years, Indians have one of the lowest protein intakes in the world, according to several studies. Most of them are unaware of their body’s daily protein requirements.
Most Indians harbour many common misconceptions regarding protein. consulted Avni Kaul, dietitian and founder of Nutriactivania, to discuss why Indians lack protein in their diet and common misconceptions. She shared many protein-rich meals to help people meet their daily protein needs.
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Common misconceptions about protein
Kaul explains the prevalent misconceptions regarding protein among Indians.
1.⁠ ⁠”Protein is merely for bodybuilders”: The truth, she shares, “Every cell in your body needs protein, not only your biceps!”
2.⁠ ⁠”Dal contains enough protein”: She points out that dals are fine to consume, but they are incomplete proteins and will not do much unless supplemented with something else.
Here’s how to follow a protein-rich diet (Photo: Freepik)
3.⁠ ⁠”High protein harms kidneys”: She explains that protein may harm people only with pre-exing kidney disease and not in a healthy individual.Story continues below this ad
4.⁠ ⁠”Vegetarian food = protein-rich” : The nutrition highlights, “Most vegetarian meals are carbohydrate-dominant food, and protein is typically negligible unless added with conscious effort.”
5.⁠ ⁠”Protein supplements are steroids”: She spills the fact regarding protein powders. She says they are concentrated food, not medicine.
Protein-rich Indian dishes you should try
Kaul shares a l of desi food that’s healthy and protein-filled:
Vegetarian options
Paneer Bhurji with Multigrain Roti – Cottage cheese is a complete protein.Sprouted Moong Chaat – Fiber and plant protein-rich.Soya Chunk Curry with Brown Rice – Soya is an excellent plant protein food.Besan Chilla with Mint Chutney – Easy and protein-rich breakfast/snack.Quinoa Upma with Veggies – Quinoa is a complete protein grain.
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Boiled Eggs with Masala Oats – Healthy, easy, and nutritious.Grilled Chicken with Stir-Fried Vegetables – Fiber + lean protein.Fish Curry with Red Rice – Protein + Omega-3s = winning combination.Egg Curry with Bajra Roti – Healthy and satiating.Mutton Keema with Ragi Roti – Iron + protein combination.