How to make Quinoa Khichdi

🍲 Quinoa Khichdi (Wholesome One-Pot Meal)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup quinoa (rinsed well)
• 1/4 cup moong dal (washed, optional for protein boost)
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, peas, spinach, etc.)
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp ginger (grated)
• 1 green chili (optional)
• 1/4 tsp hing (asafoetida, optional)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp ghee or oil
• 2–2.5 cups water (adjust as per desired consistency)
• Fresh coriander & lemon juice for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Heat ghee/oil in a pressure cooker or pan. Add cumin, hing, and sauté ginger & chili.
2. Add chopped veggies, sauté for 2 mins.
3. Add rinsed quinoa, moong dal, turmeric, and salt.
4. Pour in water, mix well.
5. Pressure cook for 2 whistles or cook covered until quinoa & dal are soft.
6. Garnish with coriander and a squeeze of lemon.

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✅ Healthy, light, and easy to digest – perfect for lunch, dinner, or recovery meals.
💡 Add a tadka of garlic or curry leaves for extra flavor.