Idli, dosa, vada, pongal. Carb-leaning by tradition. Here's how to shift the balance.

The classic gap

2 idlis + sambar = ~12 g protein. Not enough for breakfast. Bulk it up.

Easy stacks

Add a boiled egg or paneer bhurji or extra sambar with mostly dal. Or eat 1 idli + 1 egg roast + 1 katori extra-dal sambar (~26 g).

Replace

Try ragi idli or oats idli for higher fibre + slightly more protein. Vada is high-fat fried — save for occasional.