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Tarla Dalal

21 August, 2017

Low Salt Multigrain Bread | low sodium High Fiber Multigrain Bread | Heart-Healthy Multigrain Bread | Blood Pressure-Friendly Multigrain Bread |

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Ingredients

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Low Salt Multigrain Bread | low sodium High Fiber Multigrain Bread | Heart-Healthy Multigrain Bread | Blood Pressure-Friendly Multigrain Bread |

The Low Salt Multigrain Bread is a wholesome alternative to regular bread, crafted using whole wheat flour, ragi, jowar, bajra, and nutrient-dense seeds such as flaxseeds, sesame seeds, and melon seeds. This combination creates a High Fiber Multigrain Bread that is naturally rich in minerals, plant protein, antioxidants, and complex carbohydrates. The recipe uses only ¼ tsp salt, making it a suitable choice for individuals who need to watch their sodium intake. The inclusion of quick-cooking oats further boosts the beta-glucan fiber content, known for supporting heart and digestive health.

This Heart-Healthy Multigrain Bread uses a mix of millet flours—ragi, jowar, and bajra—that provide a steady release of energy, making it ideal for daily consumption. By avoiding refined flour and keeping the salt content minimal, this bread helps support long-term cardiovascular well-being. The mixture of flaxseeds, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, adds anti-inflammatory benefits, which may help lower bad cholesterol and protect arterial health. This makes the bread notably better than commercial loaves that often contain preservatives and excess sodium.

For individuals managing high blood pressure, this bread serves as a Blood Pressure-Friendly Multigrain Bread. The low sodium content ensures that it does not contribute to water retention or elevated blood pressure levels. Moreover, magnesium-rich flours like bajra and ragi support natural blood pressure regulation. Since bread is often a staple snack, switching to a low-salt option like this becomes an effective dietary modification for long-term hypertension management.

This recipe’s high dietary fiber makes it a healthy option for diabetes too. The blend of whole wheat, millets, and seeds slows down digestion and prevents sudden spikes in blood sugar, helping maintain improved glycemic control. Millets like jowar and bajra have a naturally low glycemic index, which makes the bread suitable for diabetics when eaten in controlled portions. Pairing it with protein-rich spreads can further help stabilize post-meal blood glucose.

The bread also benefits overweight individuals due to its high fiber and whole-grain profile. Fiber increases satiety, helping reduce overeating and unnecessary snacking. The absence of refined flour and the inclusion of nutrient-rich grains make this loaf far more filling and metabolically supportive than store-bought white or brown breads. The seeds provide healthy fats that help curb cravings and improve fullness after meals.

Overall, this Low Sodium High Fiber Multigrain Bread is a nutritious and balanced option for anyone looking for healthier alternatives to regular bread. It is good for blood pressure, beneficial for heart health, supportive for diabetes management, and ideal for those trying to lose weight. With wholesome flours, minimal salt, and power-packed seeds, it provides sustained energy and essential nutrients. Bread lovers with lifestyle conditions need not avoid bread entirely—this thoughtful recipe proves there are delicious, health-conscious alternatives available.

Ingredients

for Low Salt Multigrain Bread

2 cups whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)

1/4 cup ragi (nachni , red millet) flour

1/4 cup jowar (white millet) flour

1/4 cup bajra (black millet) flour

1 tbsp powdered flaxseeds (alsi)

1 tsp white sesame seeds (til)

1 tsp melon seeds (charmagaz)

1 tsp quick cooking oats

1/4 tsp salt

1 tbsp instant dry yeast

1 tbsp sugar

To Be Mixed Into A Topping

1/2 tsp ragi (nachni , red millet) flour

1/2 tsp bajra (black millet) flour

1 tsp quick cooking quick cooking oats

1/2 tsp flax seeds

Method

for Low Salt Multigrain Bread

Combine the yeast, sugar and ¼ cup of warm water in a bowl and mix well. Cover it with a lid and keep aside for 10 minutes.
Combine all the remaining ingredients along with the yeast-sugar mixture in a deep bowl, mix well and knead into a loose sticky dough using approx. 1½ cups of warm water.
Place the dough in a greased bread loaf tin of 200 mm. (8”). Wet your fingers and press the dough lightly to spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the prepared topping evenly over it, cover it with a dry muslin cloth and keep aside in a warm place for 30 minutes.
Bake it in a pre-heated oven at 210°c (420°f) for 20 minutes.
Lower the temperature to 160°c (320°f) and bake it for 10 minutes. Keep aside to cool slightly.
Once the bread loaf has cooled slightly, de-mould it and cut it into 13 mm. (½“) bread slices.

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what is Low Salt ?Multigrain Bread made of ?

Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate

Nutrient values (Abbrv) per slice

Energy	83 cal
Protein	2.6 g
Carbohydrates	16.8 g
Fiber	2.7 g
Fat	0.8 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	52.4 mg

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Srividya

Sept. 29, 2020, 3:28 p.m.

Hi when you say preheat the oven how much time should I preheat it for ?

Tarla Dalal

Sept. 29, 2020, 3:28 p.m.

Pre-heat the oven for 5 minutes at the same temperature used for baking the dish.

Srividya

Sept. 12, 2020, 5:01 p.m.

Hi in case I don''t have jowar flour what else can i use

Tarla Dalal

Sept. 12, 2020, 5:01 p.m.

You can use similar quantity of any other flours mentioned in the recipe.

Swetha

Oct. 14, 2016, 3:53 p.m.

Just wanted to bring it to your notice that there is no mention of water in the ingredients list but is mentioned in the process in two different steps. So the total amount of water used is 1 3/4 th cup?? thank you for your time.