AuthorNutrition Bangla AuthorCategoryOne Dish Meal, Vegetarian RecipesDifficultyIntermediateThis quinoa pulao is a nutrient-dense, gluten-free, and low-calorie dish perfect for a diet. It provides a good balance of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins.
Heat ghee or olive oil in a pan.
Add cumin seeds and bay leaf; let them splutter.
Add onions and saute until translucent.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add chopped tomato and cook until soft.
Add the mixed vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
Add the rinsed quinoa and stir well.
Pour water into the pan, cover, and cook on low heat for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
Sprinkle garam masala and mix gently.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve warm.
1 servings
265g
- Amount per serving
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g11%
- Saturated Fat 3.9g20%
- Sodium 19mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 37g14%
- Dietary Fiber 11.8g43%
- Protein 9g
- Vitamin A 323mcg36%
- Vitamin C 59mg66%
- Calcium 127mg10%
- Iron 4.6mg26%
- Potassium 513mg11%
- Folate 136mcg34%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
Directions
Heat ghee or olive oil in a pan.
Add cumin seeds and bay leaf; let them splutter.
Add onions and saute until translucent.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add chopped tomato and cook until soft.
Add the mixed vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
Add the rinsed quinoa and stir well.
Pour water into the pan, cover, and cook on low heat for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed.
Sprinkle garam masala and mix gently.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve warm.