Lower KG – Class V
Dear Parent,
Dear Parents,
The students of Class V have created a menu for the months of June & July 2024 to promote healthy eating habits, keeping in mind the nutritional requirements and taste. Please follow it from Tuesday 18.06.24.
| Day | Food Items | Benefits |
| Monday | Paneer paratha with curd.
Pomegranate and cucumber salad | Paneer is a good source of protein. Curd improves digestion and boosts immunity.
Pomegranate is a rich source of Vitamin C. Cucumber keeps us hydrated and is also good for our skin. |
| Tuesday | Rawa/ semolina Dhokla
Watermelon
Roasted makhana /fox nuts | Rawa/semolina improves immunity and boosts energy.
Watermelon keeps us hydrated and reduces dental problems. Makhanas are a good source of calcium and are great to snack on, |
| Wednesday | Vegetable and corn vermicelli
Soaked almonds and water apple (safed jamun) | Vermicelli is rich in carbohydrates and gives us instant energy. Onions, tomatoes, carrots, beans and corn can be added to make it more wholesome and colourful.
Soaked almonds are good for brain health while water apples keep us hydrated. |
| Thursday | Vegetable Pulao (carrot, capsicum, tomato)
Jowar puffs roasted in ghee | Tasty and colourful this dish is full of vitamins and carbohydrates to give us energy.
Jowar is rich in protein. Ghee contains Vitamins A, D, E and K, good for brain and nerve health. |
| Friday | Whole Wheat Pasta in your favourite sauce (red/white/mixed) Mango slices | Whole wheat pasta is high in energy.
Mango is important in strengthening our bones and is rich in Vitamin A. |
Please note:
- The quantity of the food packed should be appropriate to the appetite of your child.
- A napkin must be carried to school daily.
- A fork /spoon must be carried every day.
- Packaged food items should not be sent.
- It is advisable to give an extra tiffin to the students on club days.
- It is important for children to drink sufficient water throughout the day to ensure that they stay adequately hydrated.
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
JOWAR PUFFS
| • 1 small bowl- jowar puffs • 2 teaspoon - ghee • salt and black pepper to taste |
INSTRUCTIONS
• Heat a teaspoon of ghee in a wok.
• Add the jowar puffs and roast them on low flame till crunchy.
• Add the remaining ghee from the side of the wok.
• Lastly, add salt and pepper to taste.
Thank you,
Yours sincerely,
Mrs. V. Panja
Headmistress
