Quinoa Moong Dal Khichdi (Healthy High-Protein Indian One-Pot Meal)

Quinoa Moong Dal Khichdi is a healthy twist on traditional Indian khichdi. Made with protein-rich quinoa, yellow moong dal, vegetables, and aromatic Indian spices, this comforting one-pot meal is naturally gluten-free, easy to digest, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Health Benefits

Quinoa is a complete protein packed with essential amino acids, while moong dal provides fiber, plant protein, and important vitamins. Combined together, they create a wholesome meal that's filling, nutritious, and easy on digestion.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Quinoa Moong Dal Khichdi with:

• Plain yogurt
• Pickle
• Papad
• Fresh cucumber salad
• A drizzle of ghee

1. 1/2 cup quinoa
2. 1/2 cup yellow moong dal
3. 1/2 cup green moong dal
4. 1 small onion (chopped)
5. 1 small tomato (chopped)
6. 1 green chili (slit)
7. 1–2 garlic cloves (chopped)
8. 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
9. 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
10. 1/2 tsp coriander powder
11. 1–2 tbsp ghee or oil
12. Salt to taste
13. Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

1. Rinse and soak: Wash quinoa and moong dal thoroughly. Soak for 15–20 minutes, then drain.
2. Pressure cook quinoa and dal: Add quinoa, moong dal, salt, turmeric, and 2.5–3 cups water to a pressure cooker.
3. Cook for 2–3 whistles (or until both are soft and mushy). Set aside.
4. Prepare tempering: Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker or heavy pot.
5. Add cumin seeds, let them splutter.
6. Add onion, ginger, garlic, and green chili. Sauté until golden.
7. Add chopped tomato, carrot, beans, and peas.
8. Stir in coriander powder and cook until veggies soften.
9. Add the cooked quinoa-dal mixture into the pan with the vegetables and tempering.
10. Mix well and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Adjust consistency with hot water if needed
11. Garnish with fresh coriander and a drizzle of ghee.

Final Product