Here’s a best weight loss recipe in Pakistan that’s both delicious and effective: 🌿 “Masoor Dal & Quinoa Khichdi” – a healthy twist on a classic desi comfort dish, packed with fiber, protein, and nutrients.
🥣 Masoor Dal & Quinoa Khichdi (High-Protein, Low-Calorie)
🔸 Ingredients (2 servings)
- ½ cup Masoor Dal (red lentils)
- ½ cup Quinoa (or brown rice if not available)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 small tomato (chopped)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- ½ tsp turmeric (haldi)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp zeera (cumin seeds)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Fresh coriander for garnish
- Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach or carrots
👩🍳 Instructions
- Wash and soak masoor dal and quinoa separately for 15–20 minutes.
- In a pressure cooker or pot, heat olive oil, add cumin seeds, then sauté onions until light golden.
- Add ginger-garlic paste, cook for 1 min.
- Add tomatoes, turmeric, salt, pepper, and cook until soft.
- Add dal, quinoa, and 2–2.5 cups of water. Mix well.
- Add any veggies if using.
- Cover and cook:
- Pressure cooker: 2 whistles
- Pot: Simmer for 25–30 mins until soft and mushy
- Garnish with fresh coriander.
✅ Why This is Great for Weight Loss
- Low in fat and high in plant protein
- Quinoa is rich in fiber and keeps you full
- Masoor dal improves metabolism
- No refined carbs, no frying
- Great for diabetes, cholesterol, and belly fat
🧠 Tips
- Eat with low-fat raita or a side salad.
- Avoid roti/rice alongside—this dish is filling on its own.
- Can be taken for lunch or dinner.
