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One-Pot Weight Loss Meal: Oats Vegetable Khichdi

A delicious, fiber-rich, and easy one-pot meal made with rolled oats and colorful vegetables. A perfect replacement for rice khichdi that keeps you full for longer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Healthy., Indian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Rolled Oats dry roasted for 2 mins
  • 1/2 cup Moong Dal soaked for 20 mins
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mixed Veggies Carrot, Beans, Peas
  • 1 tsp Ginger-Garlic paste
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds Jeeragam
  • 1 tsp Ghee or Olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 2.5 cups Water

Method
 

Step 1: Heat 1 tsp ghee/oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
    Step 2: Add onions and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until the raw smell goes away.
      Step 3: Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 2 minutes on medium flame.
        Step 4: Add the soaked moong dal, roasted oats, turmeric, and salt. Mix everything well.
          Step 5: Pour 2.5 cups of water. Close the lid and pressure cook for 2-3 whistles.
            Step 6: Once the pressure is released naturally, open the lid and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
              Step 7: Serve hot with a bowl of curd or a simple roasted papad.

                Notes

                Nutrition Facts (High Fiber)

                • Calories: 210 kcal
                • Protein: 7g
                • Carbohydrates: 32g
                • Fat: 5g
                • Fiber: 8g

                My Secret Tips

                • Crucial Step: Always dry roast the oats for 2 minutes before adding to the cooker. This prevents the khichdi from becoming too sticky (slimy).
                • Vegetable Variety: You can also add chopped spinach (palak) at the end for an extra iron boost.
                • Consistency: If you like your khichdi more watery, add an extra 1/2 cup of hot water after cooking and mix well.