Bread is a staple in many households, whether for toast, sandwiches, or quick snacks. However, most store-bought bread is made from refined flour (maida), which lacks fiber and essential nutrients. Regular consumption can lead to digestive issues like constipation, gas, and acidity, and its high glycemic index can raise blood sugar levels. Refined flour may also increase bad cholesterol and triglycerides, raising the risk of heart disease.

Fortunately, there are healthier alternatives you can easily prepare at home. Here are five nutritious bread recipes that don’t require refined flour.

1. Semolina Bread (Sooji Bread)
Semolina makes a light and nutritious alternative to refined flour.

• Mix warm water, half a teaspoon of sugar, and dry yeast. Let it rest.

• In another bowl, add semolina, salt, milk powder, and oil. Combine with the yeast mixture to make a dough.

• Let it rise, shape into a loaf, and bake.
  Your soft, golden semolina bread is ready.

2. Ragi Flour Bread
Ragi (finger millet) is rich in calcium and fiber, making it a great healthy choice.

• Activate yeast with warm water and sugar.

• Combine ragi flour, salt, oil, and the yeast mixture to form a dough.

• Let it rest, transfer to a bread container, and bake.
  This earthy, wholesome bread pairs well with nut butter or soup.

3. Whole Wheat Bread
Skip store-bought “brown bread” and make your own whole wheat version.

• Prepare yeast as usual.

• Mix whole wheat flour with salt, oil, and yeast.

• Knead into a dough, place in an aluminum tray, and bake until golden.
  Homemade wheat bread is rich in fiber and supports digestion.

4. Quinoa Bread
This gluten-free option is loaded with protein and nutrients.

• Soak quinoa overnight.

• Blend it and mix with gram flour, baking soda, apple cider vinegar, psyllium husk water, and water.

• Spread into a baking tin, sprinkle quinoa seeds, and bake for about 50 minutes.
  Once cooled, slice and enjoy a dense, nutty loaf.

5. Multigrain Bread
For a fiber-packed loaf, combine different flours.

• Mix whole wheat flour, ragi flour, and instant oats.

• Add baking soda, sugar, salt, olive oil, and yeast to make the dough.

• Bake at 200°C for 40–45 minutes.
  This hearty multigrain bread keeps you full longer and boosts metabolism.