Vegetable Pesarattu

Vegetable Pesarattu is a nutritious and delicious green gram dosa that is packed with flavor and loaded with vegetables. This wholesome dish is perfect for a light dinner and is gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

• Green gram (moong dal) - 100 grams
• Water - 200 ml
• Fresh spinach - 50 grams
• Carrot (grated) - 1 medium
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Green chili (finely chopped) - 1
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil (for cooking) - as needed
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Soak the green gram in water for 4-6 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked green gram and blend it with 200 ml of water until smooth to form a batter.
3. Add the chopped spinach, grated carrot, chopped onion, green chili, cumin seeds, salt, and chopped coriander leaves to the batter. Mix well.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or tava over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
5. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the skillet and spread it into a circle, making it as thick or thin as desired.
6. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding oil as needed.
8. Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and aiding digestion.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, supporting overall health.

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