From Laddoo to Paratha: 5 nutritious recipes made with moringa leaves

Moringa leaves are also called the miracle greens and are rich in vitamins A, C, and E, calcium, iron, potassium, and high-quality plant protein that helps boost immunity, digestion, skin, and energy levels. In traditional medicine, they are valued for regulating blood sugar, improving heart health, and promoting overall vitality. According to a study, they are said to be a rich source of bioactive compounds that help control diabetes and have antimicrobial effects and neuroprotective properties. They are said to be rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids, alkaloids, and tannins that help protect against chronic diseases. Here we have curated a list of 5 easy recipes one can prepare with these fresh and tender miracle greens on a daily basis.

To make this laddoo, roast 1 cup whole wheat flour along with 1/4 cup ghee. To this add 1/2 cup moringa leaves. Cook until moisture evaporates. Turn off the flame, add 1/2 cup jaggery, mix well until the jaggery melts. Add 1 cup chopped nuts of your choice,1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds, and 1/2 tsp cardamom powder. Shape the mixture into laddoos and store in an airtight jar.

To make this morning drink, take 1/2 cup fresh moringa leaves, 1 ripe banana, 1/2 cup curd, and 1 tsp honey. Blend them well. Add 1/2 cup water and blend again. Once done, pour in a glass and top it with 1 tsp soaked chia seeds. Enjoy it fresh.

Wash and pressure cook 1/2 cup toor dal along with salt, water, and turmeric powder for 2-3 whistles. Once done, set it aside. Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pan, add 1/4 cup fresh moringa leaves, 1/2 onion, 1 tomato, 2-3 garlic cloves and 2 green chillies. Simmer for 5 minutes, once done, add to the dal along with a tempering of ghee, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Mix well and serve hot with rice.

Knead a soft dough using 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/4 cup moringa leaves, salt, 1 tsp carom seeds, 1 chopped onion, and green chillies, using enough water or you can avoid water too. Roll out parathas and cook on a preheated tawa using enough ghee or oil. Serve hot with curd and pickle.

To make this condiment, grind 1/2 cup fresh washed moringa leaves, with 1/2 cup coconut, 2 green chillies, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp ginger, and salt. Serve it fresh with dal chawal.

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