Beetroot Pulao

Beetroot Pulao is an amazing dish to enjoy during lunch with your family and friends. Made with the goodness of beetroot it is a perfect dish to be tried upon which can be prepared instantly too.

Nutritional benefits

Rice serves as the instant source of energy. Beetroot provides you with fibre, iron, potassium, folate and Vitamin C which is good for skin and further acts as an antioxidant.

Ingredients:

• 20 grams cooked rice
• 3-4 garlic cloves
• 3-4 sprigs of curry leaves
• 20 grams onion
• 30 grams beetroot (grated)
• 1inch cinnamon stick
• 20 grams tomatoes
• 2-3 green chillies
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt as per taste
• ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 3-4 sprigs mint leaves

Calorie count
Per Serving:

• Nutrition Info
• Amount
• Calories
• 125.2 kcal
• Carbs
• 13.2 grams
• Protein
• 3.7 grams
• Fats
• 6.5 grams

Method:

• Firstly, combine the rice and lemon juice together for enhanced flavour. Mix well and keep it aside. Note – Adding lemon juice is completely optional.
• Next, heat oil and add cumin seeds, onion, tomato, green chillies, curry leaves and cinnamon. Stir well.
• Then add 1 cup water and let it boil for some time. Now add all the vegetables like grated beetroot, onion and tomatoes. Cook it for a few minutes until they soften.
• Add boiled rice and mix well. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
• Serve hot with curd or yogurt.

Over to you:

Beetroot Pulao is a perfect dish for any meal and is a combined package of good taste and ample benefits. It is for sure a must try!