8 Indian Low-Cal Options For Lunch If Counting Your Calories

Counting Your Calories? Try 8 Indian Low-Cal Options For Lunch

By Risha Ganguly August 3, 2023

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Khichdi

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Chicken Tikka Salad

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Stir-Fried Bhindi

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Tandoori Fish

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Baingan Bharta

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Lauki Chana Dal

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Palak Paneer

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Veg Pulao

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