Quinoa Dalia
This recipe is perfect for those looking for a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan option for breakfast or lunch. Quinoa is a rich source of dietary fiber, protein, and essential minerals, making it an ideal food choice for weight loss and overall health. This dish is also low in calories and fat, making it a guilt-free meal option.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
98 kcal
Protein
4 g
Carbs
14 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Quinoa
0.25 cup (60g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (75g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Grated Ginger
1 tsp (3g)
Olive Oil
0.25 tbsp (3g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Mustard seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Split Urad Dal (Raw)
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Plain Water
2 medium cup (500g)
Instructions
Preparation
Rinse the Quinoa thoroughly and soak for 1- 2 hours.
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and urad dal and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions, green chili, and ginger and saute until the onions turn translucent.
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
Add the soaked quinoa and water. Stir well.
Add salt to taste and close the pressure cooker with the lid.
Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles on medium heat.
Once the pressure releases naturally, open the cooker and fluff up the dalia with a fork.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Radhika Deshmukh
"Making this regularly for dinner, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Quinoa Dalia was. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Ishita Dev Ghosh
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and Quinoa Dalia has quickly become a household favorite. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Nitin Lata Pandey
"Making this regularly for dinner, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Quinoa Dalia was. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Bhavna Prasad Reddy
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value. (Ref #310)"