Quick and Filling Sehri Ideas | #MiraclesOfRamadan
It is important to eat and drink right during Sehri (Suhoor), in order to survive the long and hot summer fasts. Sehri is an important part of keeping a fast, and thus should not be skipped.
It is important to indulge in a hydrating and nourishing Sehri to give our bodies the strength to make it through the fast. Unfortunately, many people are starting to skip Sehri in order to sleep in longer. However, doing this, they are missing out on the rewards and blessings that come with this important part of keeping a fast.
Be sure to include fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.
Here are some quick and easy options:
DRINKS
SMOOTHIES/MILKSHAKES
There are so many different options for making a smoothie depending on what you have at home. Personally, I love using frozen berries and spinach in mine!
- Banana, Strawberry, Peach: granola, nuts, greek yogurt, chia seeds
- Mixed Berry: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, spinach
- Mango: mangoes, yogurt, milk, banana
- Banana-Peanut Butter: bananas, peanut butter, nonfat milk, honey
FRUIT JUICE
Drinking pure fruit and vegetable juice is a great alternative to water in the morning. It's high in vitamins, that you won't be getting otherwise, due to fasting. You can either buy these pre-made, or make some with a juicer the night before.
INFUSED WATER
If you're someone who enjoys water, you can always infuse it with fruits, in order to drink more. Some great options are:
- Watermelon & Mint
- Orange, Lemon & Lime
- Lime, Kiwi & Strawberry
- Strawberry, Mint & Lemon
PRE-MADE IDEAS
PROTEIN SHAKE MUFFINS
It can be hard to get protein in during Ramadan. An easy way to include some protein in your Sehri is to make a batch of protein muffins! This is a great snack and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Here are several options.
Click the links for some of my favourite recipes!
- Banana Bread Protein Muffins - for the banana bread lover
- Cinnamon Role Protein Muffins - for the cinnamon bun lover
- Chocolate Mocha Protein Muffins - for the brownie lover
Oatmeal is full of carbohydrates and protein which will boost your energy for the day ahead. It's also full of fibre, calcium and potassium, which is great for the heart! This can also be made the night before, and served cold or warm for Sehri!
Here are several options.
Click the link for some of my favourite recipes!
- 8 Classic Overnight Oats Recipes
- Classic (my favourite)
- Chocolate Peanut Butter
- Carrot Cake
- Banana Chocolate Chip
- Tropical Fruit
- Strawberry Cheesecake
- Pumpkin Spice
- Chocolate Coconut
OMELETTE MUFFINS
For someone with less of a sweet tooth, omelette muffins are a great way to incorporate eggs and vegetables into Sehri. Here is my recipe for making these:
Serves 12
Ingredients:
- 12 - 15 eggs
- ground pepper and salt (to taste)
- Any toppings you prefer: cheese, green pepper, onion, broccoli, red/green pepper, mushrooms etc.
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 F.
- Spray your muffin tray or use 12 muffin liners.
- Finely chop your vegetables.
- Divide the vegetables evenly (fill 2/3 of the liners)
- Beat the eggs in a bowl, pour into something with a spout, and pour into the trays (fill 3/4 of the liners).
- Top off with your favourite spices!
- Bake 25-35 minutes, until muffins have risen and are slightly brown, and set.
- Muffins can be refrigerated for no more than a week. Microwave on high for about 45 seconds to one minute before serving. (Egg muffins can be frozen and reheated but I like them better when they are refrigerated. Frozen muffins will release some water when they thaw).
FOOD
BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This is a quick and easy way to have a filling breakfast full of dairy, protein, vegetables and grains!
Click here for one of my favourite recipes!
This recipe can easily be substituted for vegetables and meat you have access to in the moment. It's also a good recipe for larger families, serving 10-12.
Click here for one of my favourite recipes!
This recipe can easily be substituted for vegetables and meat you have access to in the moment. It's also a good recipe for larger families, serving 10-12.
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| Image from: http://littlespicejar.com/veggie-loaded-breakfast-casserole/ |
OVEN-ROASTED BREAKFAST POTATOES
This is a nice savoury breakfast which will keep you full for quite some time. It's also not too time consuming, just let it bake while your praying or reading the Qur'an in the morning.
Click here for my favourite recipe!
Click here for my favourite recipe!
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| Image from: http://www.tastesoflizzyt.com/easy-oven-roasted-potatoes-recipe/ |
BREAKFAST SANDWICHES
You can never go wrong with a quick and easy sandwich! Here is a list of recipes for sandwiches for the meat lovers... or the veggie lovers...and anything in between!
WRAPS
If you enjoy wraps, I have a recipe for you! It consists of salsa, black beans, avocado, corn, and more!
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| Image from: http://veggieprimer.com/black-bean-wrap-quick-and-easy/ |
Hopefully these recipes help you decide what to eat for sehri this Ramadan so that you can change it up! It can be hard waking up early to prepare a large sehri, nonetheless, there are some who are willing to do this, and so I've added several recipes for such people. On the other hand, some people wake up a few minutes before Fajr, and for these people I've included several breakfast ideas that can be made in advance and eaten quickly, yet still keep one full throughout the day.
May Allah bless you this Ramadan and forgive your sins, Ameen!
1 comments
Alhamdulilah I've been doing the smoothies luv luv luv
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