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HEALTHY VERMICELLE / SEVIYAN UPMA
- Natasha Kanade
- January 24, 2022
- Easy
- Servings - 1
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup whole wheat vermicelli
- 1/4 cup chopped carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped green beans
- 1/4 cup peas
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp ghee
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves for garnish
Directions:
- Heat 1/2 tsp ghee in a pan, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are softened.
- Add chopped carrots, green beans, and peas. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add vermicelli and mix well with the vegetables.
- Pour in 1/2 cup water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the vermicelli is cooked and water is absorbed.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Whole Wheat Vermicelli: High in fiber, promotes digestion, and provides sustained energy.
- Veggies (Carrots, Green Beans, Peas, Onions, Tomato): Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, support immunity, promote heart health, and aid digestion.
- Spices (Turmeric Powder, Cumin Seeds, Mustard Seeds): Enhance flavor while providing anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antioxidant properties.
- Ginger-Garlic Paste: Supports digestion, boosts immunity, and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits.