€asy Veg Masala Khichdi Recipe | One Pot Comfort Meal (30 mins)

Looking for a quick, healthy, and comforting meal?

This veg masala khichdi is a simple one-pot recipe made with rice, dal, and everyday vegetables.
What makes this recipe special is its minimal spice blend + a touch of lemon juice, which gives it a fresh and slightly tangy flavor.

Perfect for busy days, kids’ lunchboxes, or light dinners, this khichdi is ready in just 30 minutes.

🛒 Ingredients
🍚 Main:
*½ cup rice
*½ cup moong dal+ masoor dal
*4–5 cups water
*Salt to taste

🥕 Vegetables:
*Cauliflower
*Potato
*Green peas
*Tomato
*Garlic (chopped)
*Green chilli

🌶️ Whole Spices:
*1 tsp jeera
*5–6 whole black pepper
*1 dry red chilli
*A pinch of hing

🌿 Dry Spices:
*½ tsp Everest Chole Masala
*½ tsp haldi
*½ tsp coriander powder

🍋 Special Ingredient:
Juice of ½ lemon

🧈 Cooking:
2 tbsp oil or ghee


👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe
🥣 Step 1: Wash Rice & Dal
Wash rice and dal thoroughly and soak for 10–15 minutes.
🥕 Step 2: Prepare Vegetables
 Chop potato, cauliflower, tomato, garlic, and green chilli. Keep peas ready.
🔥 Step 3: Make Tadka
Heat oil/ghee in a pressure cooker and add:
•Jeera
•Whole pepper
•Red chilli
•Hing
•Then add garlic and green chilli. Sauté till aromatic.
🥘 Step 5: Add Vegetables & Spices
•Add potato, tomato ,cauliflower, peas.
Now add:
•Haldi
•Coriander powder
•Chole masala
•Salt
Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes
🍚 Step 6: Add Rice, Dal & Lemon 🍋
Add soaked rice and dal. Mix well.
👉 Now add water and squeeze half lemon juice.
Mix gently.
💨 Step 7: Pressure Cook
Cook for 3–4 whistles on medium flame.

🍽️ Step 8: Serve
Serve hot with:
•Ghee
•Pickle
•Papad
💡 Pro Tips
•Add more water for softer khichdi
•Use ghee for richer taste
•Lemon adds freshness—don’t skip it 🍋
•Adjust spice with green chilli

🥗 Why This Khichdi is Healthy
•Easy to digest
•Balanced (carbs + protein + veggies)
•Light and filling
•Great for kids and adults


❓ FAQs
Q. Can I add lemon juice in khichdi?
Yes! It enhances flavor and adds a mild tangy taste.

Q. Can I skip chole masala?
Yes, but it adds a unique flavor.

Q. Which dal is best?
Moong dal is best for soft and light khichdi.

Q. Is khichdi good for weight loss?
Yes, it is light and nutritious.

📌 Conclusion
This veg masala khichdi is the perfect comfort food that’s quick, healthy, and full of flavor. With simple spices and a refreshing lemon twist, it’s a must-try recipe for every home kitchen.

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