Green Moong Dal Khichadi
Green Moong Dal Khichadi is a healthy and nutritious dish, perfect for weight loss and a low-fat diet. It is made with green moong dal, rice, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and low in calories, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of protein and fiber, thanks to the green moong dal. This recipe has less oil, making it a perfect dish for those who want to keep their calories in check.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
160 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
30 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Plain Water
2 medium cup (500g)
Mustard seeds
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 cup (100g)
Chopped Carrot
0.25 cup (25g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Green gram, whole
0.25 cup (50g)
Rice, raw, milled
0.5 cup (100g)
Green Bell pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the green moong dal and rice together in cold water until the water runs clear.
Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
Add chopped tomatoes, carrots, capsicum. Mix well.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add the rinsed green moong dal and rice. Mix well.
Add 2 cups of water and stir to combine.
Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles or until the khichadi is cooked and the green moong dal is soft.
Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and give the khichadi a quick stir.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Aniket Kumar Tiwari
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and Green Moong Dal Khichadi has quickly become a household favorite. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Arati Saran Menon
"Tried this earlier today, and this health-focused Green Moong Dal Khichadi blew me away with its authentic flavor. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Yash Chandra Rathore
"Making this regularly for dinner, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Juhi Saran Roy
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and the experience has been outstanding. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."