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Pumpkin Quinoa Khichdi

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Time30 Min
DifficultyIntermediate
Serves1

This recipe is an unconventional take on healthy and nutritious food. The pumpkin quinoa khichdi is an interesting variation of the traditional rice khichdi enjoyed in many Indian households. The khichdi is a great source for nutrition and is on its way to becoming one of the tastiest yet delectable khichdi recipes. An interesting twist to the ultimate Indian comfort food, the pumpkin quinoa khich ... di recipe is among many recipes shared by top fitness coaches and celebrities. By replacing the rice with quinoa and adding flavourful and nutritious vegetables, this Khichdi has all the ingredients to make your stomach healthy and happy. Quinoa, a gluten-free and a relatively good source of protein, is the main ingredient that makes this khichdi unique. Apart from the addition of squash pumpkins for that extra flavour and nutrition, the dish is pretty much the same as usual. This one-pot comfort food is as easy as the traditional lentil and rice khichdi. Imparting a delicious nutty taste to the dish, quinoa is a food that will be enjoyed by most. This super grain makes the khichdi ten times more healthy as well as lip-smacking. This pumpkin quinoa khichdi recipe is a safe bet to include in your health-conscious diets. The dish can be made even more delectable by adding fresh leaf condiments. By doing this, you get a pumpkin quinoa khichdi “restaurant-style”. Prepare the pumpkin quinoa khichdi at home within 30 minutes. This quick and easy recipe guarantees flavourful and soulful food.

Nutrition Info. (per serving)

ProteinFatCarbsFibre397 Cal397 Cal397 Cal397 Cal
  • 19.56gProtein
  • 9.6gFat
  • 58.12gCarbs
  • 14.92gFibre

Ingredients

Dry Grocery

Sesame White (til)

Sesame White (til)

0.5 teaspoons

Pumpkin Seed

Pumpkin Seed

0.5 teaspoons

Sunflower Seeds

Sunflower Seeds

0.5 teaspoons

Peanut (with Skin)

Peanut (with Skin)

1 teaspoon

Refined Oil

Refined Oil

1.5 teaspoons

Light Soy Sauce

Light Soy Sauce

0.5 teaspoons

Salt

Salt

1 teaspoon

Sesame Oil

Sesame Oil

0.5 teaspoons

Yellow Moong Dal

Yellow Moong Dal

1.5 teaspoons

Quinoa

Quinoa

0.25 cups

Red Gram Lentil (masoor Dal)

Red Gram Lentil (masoor Dal)

0.33 cups

Turmeric Powder

Turmeric Powder

1 pinch

Cumin

Cumin

0.5 teaspoons

Fruits & Vegetables

Bok Choy

Bok Choy

11 units

Haricot Bean

Haricot Bean

13.5 units

Carrot-regular

Carrot-regular

0.5 unit

Ginger

Ginger

1 piece

English Cucumber

English Cucumber

0.5 unit

Mint W/o Roots

Mint W/o Roots

4 leafs

Water Melon

Water Melon

1 small piece

Cantaloupe Melon

Cantaloupe Melon

1 small piece

Basil

Basil

4 leafs

Other

Garlic

Garlic

1 piece

Pepper

Pepper

0.75 teaspoons

Lemon Juice

Lemon Juice

0.5 teaspoons

Orange

Orange

1 piece

Pumpkin

Pumpkin

0.25 unit

Green Chillies

Green Chillies

1 unit

Water

Water

3.5 glasses

Directions
1
In a heavy pan toast Sesame Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Sunflower Seeds and Peanuts.
2
Set aside for cooling.
3
Cut Pokchoy, Haricot Beans, Carrot into diamonds and blanch.
4
Heat Oil in a pan and saute minced Ginger and Garlic.
5
Add the blanched veggies and saute.
6
Add Soy Sauce, Salt and Pepper.
7
Take off from the heat and add 1/3rd of Garnish Mix and Sesame Oil.
8
Wash and soak Yellow Moong Dal.
9
For Cucumber salad- dress and cut Cucumber julienne. Roughly chop mint.
10
Add Lemon Juice, soaked Moong, remaining 2/3rd of Garnish Mix, Salt to taste.
11
Mix well and keep aside.
12
For Basil Melon- cut Watermelon, Cantaloupe Melon, Orange and chopped Basil.
13
Mix and keep for later use.
14
For Pumpkin Quinoa Khichdi- Dice Carrot, Beans and Pumpkin.
15
Put it in a pan.
16
In a thick bottom pan add Quinoa, chopped vegetables, Masoor Dal, chopped Green Chilli, Black Pepper, Turmeric Powder and Salt to taste.
17
Add Water and boil. Remove when soft and keep it aside.
18
In a pan add Oil, put the Cumin Seeds saute.
19
Add minced Garlic and Ginger.
20
Saute till brown.
21
Add the boiled mixture.
22
Remove and serve with Cucumber Salad and Orange Melon Salad.
Health benefits of the pumpkin quinoa khichdi
This modern twist to an Indian staple dish is an advance in the name of nutritious and tasty food. The pumpkin quinoa khichdi benefits our digestive system by incorporating good portions of protein in our diet. This gluten-free grain is lighter on our stomachs and is easily digestible. The pumpkin allows our body a rich source of vitamin A and Vitamin C. Apart from this, pumpkin's are a great source of immunity-boosting foods. The nutty texture of the grain, along with the vitamin-packed fruit, makes it a great dish. It is uncomplicated to prepare the pumpkin quinoa khichdi at home as it doesn’t require too many ingredients. The pumpkin quinoa khichdi calories are estimated to be around 200-300 calories per serving. This low carb dish can be easily incorporated into your diet as lunch or dinner depending on your preference. Try making your own healthy pumpkin quinoa khichdi today!

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