Heart patients often face the dilemma of having to restrict themselves from eating certain kinds of foods that may be harmful to their health. If not taken care of properly, the effects of having heart disease can be catastrophic, such as leading to a heart attack or even a sudden cardiac arrest.
Your doctor may prescribe a number of medicines to help you work through this, as well as suggest incorporating a healthier diet for your heart and overall body’s health. Among the variety of meals needed to be included, doctors also recommend adding whole wheat flour as part of your meals.
Whole wheat flour consists of a good number of vitamins and minerals helpful to your body, as well as prove to be an effective source of protein, fiber and gluten.
If you keep reading ahead, you will find some very easy-to-make, delicious and hearty recipes to foods that a heart patient can have while trying to remain healthy and still fulfilling their cravings of the foods they miss out on due to their restrictive diet.
Table of Contents:
- Pita Bread with Hummus
- Whole Wheat Pancakes
- Atta Halwa
1. Pita Bread with Hummus
A popular combination of nutritious foods, Pita Bread and Hummus is a Mediterranean delicacy originating from sections of the Middle East. Pita Bread is made out of a variety of ingredients, but at its core stands whole wheat flour. Hummus, on the other hand, is a flavoursome dip to accompany the Pita Bread. It is a dip packed with the proteins of chickpeas and the tanginess of Tahini and Lemon Juice! Here’s how to make Pita Bread and Hummus:
Ingredients Needed
Pita Bread:
- 3 Cups of India Gate Whole Wheat Flour or Atta
- 1 tbsp active dry Yeast
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder or Mixture of Dried Herbs (Optional)
- ½ tsp Honey or Sugar
- ½ Cup Water
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
Hummus:
- 2 Cups Soaked Chickpeas
- 3-4 minced Garlic Cloves
- 3 tbsp Sesame Seeds or Tahini
- ⅔ tsp Red Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- Salt as per taste
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 3-4 tbsp Olive Oil
- Sliced Olives (Optional)
Directions
Pita Bread:
- Incorporate the yeast and honey into a bowl with lukewarm water and let it sit for about 10 minutes, till it becomes foamy.
- Add the Whole Wheat Flour, water, olive oil and salt to a separate bowl and combine the yeast mixture with it.
- Stir till it can be kneaded into the dough to divide into small balls for the bread.
- In an oiled bowl, let the dough rest for about 1-2 hours. Divide the dough into small balls to create equal pieces.
- Shape the balls into flatbreads and cook them on a non-stick pan or Tawa.
- Place the Pita Bread onto a hot skillet and let the bread puff up and bottom turn brown.
- Cover the bread in a kitchen towel and let it rest, or serve hot.
Hummus:
- Roast the Tahini or Sesame Seeds and make a fine powder out of it using a blender.
- Chickpeas must be soaked overnight and then boiled in salted water till they become soft.
- Blend or mix the boiled chickpeas in a food processor or blender to make a fine paste.
- Combine garlic, salt, cumin seeds, red chili powder, pepper and roasted tahini or sesame seeds into the paste.
- Additionally, incorporate olive oil and lemon juice and blend till the mixture becomes smooth and tastes delicious.
- Serve in a bowl by topping it off with drops of olive oil and sprinkle of red chili powder. You can also add sliced olives as garnish.
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2. Whole Wheat Pancakes
Usually, pancakes are made out of All-Purpose Flour or Maida, but many have realized that there are healthier alternatives that can be used to make pancakes, such as oats or even whole wheat flour. Not only is the taste enhanced, so is the impact it has on your health. You can enjoy your favorite sweet breakfast without having to worry about how it affects your body. Additionally, it can be topped off with several nutritious fruits such as apples, bananas, strawberries, etc.
Ingredients Needed
- ⅔ Cups of Whole Wheat Flour or Atta
- ¼ Cup of Oats
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- ⅔ Cup Milk
- 1 Egg (Lightly Beaten)
- 2 tsp Oil
Directions
- In a bowl, mix the given quantity of dry ingredients - flour, oats and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, add the milk, egg and oil and blend it well.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients and stir till the batter is smooth and pours easily.
- Rub a pan with some butter so your batter does not stick to the pan, and pour the batter in a circular shape to make a pancake on medium high heat.
- Once the bottom is cooked, flip the pancake gently from the edges to cook evenly on both sides.
- Remove from the heat and serve with some delicious fruits, maple syrup or butter.
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3. Atta Halwa
Atta Halwa is a delicious Indian dessert made from the goodness of whole wheat flour. It is made specially during festive seasons and tastes soft enough to melt in your mouth. It is diabetic friendly and good for you when served with jaggery. It assists with overall development of body tissues and keeps you and your heart healthy for a long time.
Ingredients Needed
- ⅓ Cup Ghee or Clarified Butter
- ½ Cup Whole Wheat Flour or Atta
- 1 Cup Water
- ½ Cup granulated Sugar or Jaggery
- Green Cardamom Powder
Directions
- On medium heat, melt the ghee and add the Whole Wheat Flour or Atta.
- Heat 1 cup water till it is boiling hot and then add it to the Atta mixture. Stir till it achieves a brown-ish colour - about 6-7 minutes on heat.
- Add sugar or jaggery to the mix, accordingly, and continue to cook on medium heat.
- Add cardamom powder and mix.
- Serve hot immediately and garnish with almonds and cashews as per your preference.
Conclusion
With these easy-to-cook recipes, you can make sure that your health and your family’s health remain in the best of conditions. These ingredients and recipes are all hearty and delicious and help a heart patient when they are trying to remain healthy all while fulfilling their daily cravings of foods they have to sacrifice due to their diets which are very rigid.
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