‘Idlis’ are quite healthy as is. Made with Rice and Urad dal these are steamed – so no oil or fat involved and the batter being fermented, they are light on the stomach too. Because of their high nutrition value and also because they are a little bit like finger food, kids usually like it. My kids do. So I thought how to make them even more healthier? One problem I still have with my daughter is that she does not eat vegetables. So I toyed with the idea of adding shredded veggies to the Idli batter but I knew that wouldn’t fly well with my ‘oh so fussy’ one. Hence I came up with this idea of adding pureed spinach and pureed carrots. This makes it colorful and attractive and taste wise these idlis turned out so delicious and flavorful that everyone enjoyed them – both kids and adults alike! As for me, I had a smug smile on my face and gave myself a mental pat on my back. Amazing how kids bring out your creative talents I say that… since I am anything but that:)
I am bringing these healthy ,delicious and vegan bread to Throwback Thursday this week. Also to Fiesta Friday where Sonal from Simply vegetarian777 and Petra from Foodeatlove are co-hosts. Have a fabulous weekend!
sounds so healthy & delicious! 🙂
thank you! Yes it is indeed very healthy. And the colors get the kids excited!
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healthy and colorful idli. Kids will love it
Yes Sowmya my kids really liked it! I am so glad I can feed veggies to my daughter this way now 🙂
I love it, stealthy veggies! The best part is how fun and colorful they are! Thanks for bringing this by Throwback Thursday! We hope to see you next week, and be sure to follow our Pinterest!
Mollie
Sure. Will do. thanks for stopping by!
brilliant creativity! Your idlis looks absolutely delicious and perfect for Fiesta Friday! 🙂
thanks Petra!
I love the secretly added vegetables here. These look so cute and sound really good, too. 😀
ha ha…yes I am the sneaky mum 🙂 thanks Jhuls
So beautifully made and presented! I need to try this the next time I make idlis. The kids would be thrilled.
thanks Apsara. Yes it was a hit with my family. Do try it 🙂
I love these!!! Do you need the proper pan to make them properly?
Elaine, you can try steaming in a shallow pan/pudding pan and cut into squares maybe?
Okay, cool, thank you 🙂
Wow Indu, these look sensational (very creative indeed)! We’ve never tried an Idlis before, but it looks like we’re now going to have to try them with our next curry! We love how you’ve managed to fit so many veggies in them too (sneaky mum!) 😀 Thanks so much for sharing these light and delicious morsels. 🙂
You are welcome. yes Idlis are a typical south indian delicacy and traditionally served as breakfast. But nowadays we eat it at every meal! Hope you can try them!
Thanks for linking up with us this week at the Throwback Thursday party. These sound so good and are a great addition to the part 🙂
sure. The Throwback party is a lot of fun – so much variety, incredible! thanks!
Great idea, Indu. Will be such a change from the usual. 🙂
Yes Aruna. I tried it because I was desperate to get some veggies inside my daughter! But it turned out be so tasty too! Double win! 🙂
Great idea, Indu. Will be such a pleasant change from the usual