Masala Dosa (1 Piece), Sambhar (Saravana Bhavan) (1 Serving) and Coconut Chutney (1 Tablespoon)

Reduce the masala dosa portion (for example, have half) and avoid adding extra potato filling; keep coconut chutney and sambhar as the larger accompaniments.

Choose a thinner, less-oily dosa and ask for less potato in the masala; skip sweetened chutneys or sugary drinks alongside it.

Start the meal with a small serving of salad or non-starchy vegetables such as cucumber, tomato, leafy greens, or sautéed okra.

Add protein before or with the dosa, such as eggs, paneer, tofu, or plain unsweetened Greek yogurt.

Include a small handful of almonds, walnuts, or peanuts with the meal rather than eating the dosa alone.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating, and avoid sitting continuously immediately after the meal.