Make This Quinoa Dosa For Breakfast Or Lunch, Eat Healthy

Quinoa is gluten-free and very high in protein. Off late, this plant food has become a favourite of all health freaks. It is nutritious and filling so what's there to lose? Before we share the easy recipe, here are some of the benefts of quinoa that you should know about.

Benefits Of Quinoa

• Quinoa is high in fiber, magnesium, B vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin E. 
• Includes plant antioxidants called flavonoids, which have been shown to offer various health benefits.
• It is  gluten0free which makes it perfect for people with gluten intolerance.
• Quinoa is an excellent plant-based protein source for vegetarians and vegans.
• It is good for low blood sugar control as it has a low glycemic index, Which is Good for Blood Sugar Control
• This plant food is high in important minerals like iron and magnesium.
• It is very high in antioxidants, which are substances that neutralise free radicals and are believed to help fight ageing and many diseases.
• The high amount of fibre may increase feelings of fullness, making you eat fewer calories overall.

Instant Quinoa Dosa Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup uncooked quinoa  
• 0.50 cup urad dal
• 0.50 cup raw moon dal
• 0.50 cup toor dal
• 1 tsp salt

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Method:

• Rinse quinoa with water until the water runs clear. If you are not rinsing the quinoa thoroughly then the dosa will taste bitter.
• Wash the dals together.
• Soak quinoa, and the dals in water for 5 - 6 hours.
• After 5 hours, drain the water from soaked quinoa and lentils.

   

• In a blender or grinder add the quinoa and lentils together, add water little by little and grind it to a smooth batter. Add salt and mix well.
• In a hot wide non-stick skillet or pan pour a ladle of batter and spread it in a circular motion.
• Drizzle oil on sides of a dosa and cook until the bottom side of a dosa becomes crispy.
• Transfer it to a plate and serve. Repeat the same with a rest of the batter.