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As the winter chill sets in, it's the perfect time to embrace the season with hearty and wholesome breakfast options that are not just delicious but also exclusive to these cold winter mornings. While there are many seasonal vegetables that are available only in the winter, carrot is one such veggie that is in the markets during the whole year. But the juicy, red carrots that you only get in the span of December to February need to be used in as many dishes as you can to get the taste of winter.
So, in this winter special article, we explore the versatility of carrots in creating eight tasty breakfast dishes. From the warmth of carrot paratha to the nutrition of a carrot smoothie, these recipes are sure to add extra flavour and a healthy tadka to your mornings.
Carrot Paratha:
Recipe - INDIA Eats
Kick off your winter mornings with the wholesome goodness of carrot paratha. This simple breakfast dish combines the sweetness of carrots with spices like red chilli, jeera, and dhaniya powder. Grate fresh carrots and mix them into your whole wheat flour dough, adding a pinch of cumin, coriander, and chilli powder. You can also add very finely chopped green chillies and instead of adding the carrots to the dough, use it as a filling. Roll out the parathas and cook them on a hot tawa with ghee until golden brown. Serve with curd or a dollop of butter for a hearty breakfast that will keep you energised throughout the day.
Carrot Smoothie:
For those looking for a lighter, healthier option, a carrot smoothie is the way to go. Blend together fresh carrots, oranges, a banana, and a splash of soy milk for a nutritious start to your day. The carrots add a natural sweetness, while the orange provides a nice, tangy kick. This smoothie not only packs a nutritional punch with vitamins and minerals but also gets ready very quickly, making it an ideal choice for those busy winter mornings when you're on the go.
Carrot Cheela:
Recipe - Seema's Indian Tadka
Give this traditional Indian breakfast dish a nutritious, winter-friendly twist with carrot cheela. Combine grated carrots with besan chickpea flour, finely chopped onions, green chillies, grated ginger, and a hint of turmeric. Cook the batter with cooking oil or ghee on a tawa and flip until golden brown on both sides. These carrot cheelas are not only delicious but also rich in protein, making them an ideal breakfast option. Pair them with pudina-dhaniya chutney or achaar for some extra-tangy flavours.
Carrot-Quinoa Tikki:
Elevate your breakfast game with carrot-quinoa tikki, a protein-packed dish that combines the goodness of carrots and quinoa. Boil quinoa and mix it with grated carrots, chopped coriander, and spices like a little garam masala, hing, jeera, and dhaniya powder. Shape the mixture into small patties and pan-fry until golden and crispy. These tikkis are not only a delicious and crunchy addition to your breakfast plate but also a great source of plant-based protein. You can add these tikkis inside a bun to make a filling breakfast burger as well!
Carrot Mug Cake:
This dish is for people who need a quick-fix breakfast that is also delicious. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a simple carrot mug cake that can be whipped up in minutes. Mix grated carrots, all-purpose flour or maida, powdered sugar, a touch of baking powder, and a pinch of cinnamon in a mug. Add milk and oil and stir until well combined. Microwave for a few minutes, and voila—you have a warm and indulgent carrot mug cake. This single-serving treat is perfect for those lazy winter mornings when you crave a sweet treat without the hassle of baking an entire cake.
Carrot Dosa
Recipe - Devee Kitchen
Who does not love dosa? It is an amazing breakfast option, and when you add the goodness of carrots to it, the winter spread seems complete. There are two different ways to make it. Add a mixture of carrot and potato filling inside of your dosa or make a dosa batter with grated carrots for a lovely, orange-coloured dosa that is as pleasant to look at as it is to eat.
Carrot Muffins
Want to impress the kids in the house with a winter breakfast that is yummy as well as healthy? Look no further than carrot muffins. Make these tiny dessert treats with grated carrots, some coconut, all-purpose flour or almond flour, and a tiny hint of ginger. These muffins can also be stored for a couple of days and heated up for a couple of minutes in the microwave or oven to enjoy it.
Apple-Carrot-Ginger Juice
For everyone who prefers a light, healthy, and refreshing breakfast, this juice can be your ultimate meal in a tall glass! Throw in some carrots, apples, ginger, a tiny hint of lemon juice, and mint leaves in your juicer to get this breakfast treat within minutes. This is a healthy potion that can be the fuss-free, nutritious start to your perfect winter day.
