Quick & Healthy Satvik Daliya Khichadi | High-Protein Dinner Recipe
Jai Shree Krishna!
If you’re looking for a light, wholesome, and comforting meal, Satvik Daliya Khichadi is the perfect choice. This dish combines broken wheat (daliya), green moong dal, oats, and fresh vegetables to create a nutritious, protein-rich khichadi.
Ideal for dinner, a light lunch, or even when you’re fasting, this khichadi is gentle on the stomach yet packed with flavor. The addition of aromatic spices and a tempering of ghee makes it extra delicious while keeping it completely healthy and satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Khichadi
Light, wholesome, and nourishing
Easy to digest and ideal for all age groups
One-pot meal ready in minutes
Rich in fiber, protein, and essential nutrients
Comforting yet flavorful without being heavy
Ingredients
- Dalia – ½ cup
- Green Moong dal – ½ cup
- Oats – ¼ cup
- Ghee – 2 tbsp
- Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
- Dried red chili – 2
- Black peppercorns – 4 – 5
- Cinnamon stick – 1 small piece
- Clove – 1
- Green chili – 2
- Chopped ginger – 1 tsp
- Curry leaves – 1 spring
- Hing powder – 1/8 tsp
- Mix veggies – 1 cup (Potato, Carrot chopped, French beans, Cauliflower, Green peas)
- Chopped tomato – 1
- Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
- Red chili powder – ½ tsp
- Coriander powder – 1 tsp
- Garam amsala powder – ½ tsp
- Salt – as per taste
- Fresh coriander leaves – to garnish
Method
Step 1: Prepare the Moong Dal
- Rinse ½ cup moong dal (with skin) 2–3 times.
- Soak in water for 15 minutes. Soaking helps the dal cook faster and improves digestion
Step 2: Prepare the Aromatic Base
- Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pressure cooker on medium heat.
- Add 1 tsp cumin seeds, 4–5 black peppercorns, 1 small cinnamon stick, 1 clove
- Add 2 chopped green chilies, 1 tsp chopped ginger, 1 sprig curry leaves..
- Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
- Add all mixed vegetables:
potato, carrot, French beans, cauliflower, and green peas. - Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Add chopped tomato and cook for 2 minutes until soft.
Step 4: Add the Spices
- Add and mix well ½ tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp red chili powder, ½ tsp garam masala.
- Coat the vegetables evenly in the spices.
Step 5: Add Grains & Dal
- Add ½ cup daliya, Soaked moong dal (drained), ¼ cup oats
- Sauté everything together for 2 minutes. This enhances the nutty flavor of daliya.
Step 6: Add Water & Pressure Cook
- Add 3–4 cups water depending on whether you want soft or slightly thick khichadi.
- Add salt as per taste.
- Bring to a boil.
- Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 2 whistles on medium heat.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally before opening the lid…our soft, aromatic khichadi is ready!
Step 7: Prepare the Ghee Tadka
- Heat 2 tsp ghee in a small pan.
- Add ½ tsp cumin seeds, 2 dried red chilies, and a pinch of hing.
- Pour this hot tempering over the khichadi.
Step 8: Garnish & Serve
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander.
- Serve hot with papad, salad, or a spoonful of extra ghee.
This Satvik Daliya Khichadi is a perfect blend of taste and health—warm, flavorful, and absolutely comforting. Whether you’re fasting, craving something light, or simply want a nutritious dinner, this khichadi will soothe your stomach and satisfy your taste buds.
Enjoy it hot with a drizzle of ghee and let its simplicity warm your heart.
If you try this recipe, do share your experience in the comments!
Tips & Tricks for Perfect Satvik Khichadi
- Use green moong dal with skin for extra fiber and nutrition.
- Adjust water as needed—more for softer consistency, less for thicker khichadi.
- Add oats for an extra boost of fiber (optional but recommended).
- Cook on medium flame to prevent the grains from sticking to the bottom.
- Customize vegetables with zucchini, bell peppers, spinach, or any seasonal veggies.
- For fasting: skip peas and add bottle gourd or pumpkin
