This Moong Sprouts And Spinach Baked Khaman Dhokla is the healthier version of Khaman.Traditionallt this fluffy and spongy snack is made with gram flour, yogurt, spinach, sprouts and aromatic spices and herbs is steamed and is a crowd-pleaser. Baking reduces the oil used and it a guilt-free healthier option. Tangy and mildly sweet flavor, Khaman is a quick snack or a party appetizer. Make and enjoy the authentic Gujarati snack.
This Spongy Quinoa Idli is a delicious fusion and you can enjoy the health benefits of both Urid dal and Quinoa both Protein Rich Foods.
Quinoa Idli
A traditional breakfast in South India, Idli is now popular and enjoyed across the length and breadth of the country.
Idlis are breakfast and snack and for my husband dinner and for the girls tomorrow's breakfast.
An idli is 3 parts carbohydrate and 1 part protein and is paired with chutney, sambar, and/or other accompaniments. Mixtures of crushed dry spices such as milagai podi, chatni pudi are the preferred condiment for idlis eaten on the go. Ideal breakfast!!
To read more about idli check here.
One of the latest entrants in my pantry is Quinoa.
Quinoa pronounced as ‘keen-wah’ is tiny bead like grain. Looks quite a bit like tiny jowar seeds (also know sorghum). Quinoa is all protein and contains 8 essential amino acids. If that is not enough quinoa is packed dietary fibre, phosphorus, magnesium and iron. It is also gluten-free and easy to digest. About the health benefits and usage check here.
So this you will agree is an ideal candidate for protein healthy food and also as a Simple and Healthy Diet in Old Age.
The main ingredients in this Quinoa Idli are quinoa, rice and urid dal.
Quinoa Idli just out of the steamer
The other idlis in my space are Idli(Steamed Rice Cakes) , Mallige Idlis/ Jasmine Idlis, Khushboo Idli, Jowar Rava Idli~Diabetic Friendly, Idli~~ Old wine in a new bottle!, Hot Cross Idli, Mixed Daal Idli and the most difficult idli of all BUTTER IDLIS.
The idli variants appreciated by the girls are Idli Chilli Fry or fried idli.
This recipe I have adapted from Padhuskitchen and have loved it.
Quinoa Idli
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Vaishali says
The quinoa is a super Protein and the idli looks nice and spongy . I love the first click and the carrot specks look so pretty .
Sharmila - The Happie Friends Potpourri Corner says
Wow... What a lovely breakfast.. Super pick... I am going to recreate ur version of Quinoa idli soon.. Bookmarking!!
PJ says
Archana, first of all, that platter looks so delicious. Idli with peanut chutney is something that we love. Quinoa idli look so spongy and love the carrot specks. Beautiful!
Sapana says
Quinoa is a wonderful ingredient to work with if you love the taste. Those idlis look super soft and fluffy. Do you have the recipe of that groundnut chutney??
Gayathri Kumar says
The idlis looks so spongy. I have seen so many quinoa recipes but they charge a fortune for a small pack so I haven't yet tried it yet. Let the prices come down before trying.
Kalyani says
loved the bits of carrot peeking out ! do these idlis have a soft spongy texture, Arch ? else my kids won't touch it.
bookmarking to try .. I gen make dosa / adai with quinoa
Sowmya says
The idlis look so soft and spongy. Hard to tell it isn't the traditional ones. I have been planning to make these. Will try your recipe for sure!
Anlet Prince - Annslittlecorner says
idlis look super spongy. Must try this protein rich idli
Mayuri Patel says
Quinoa idlis is on my 'to do' list. The idlis look so soft and super tempting.
Srividhya Gopalakrishnan says
What a healthy idli...Nothing can beat this breakfast.
Srivalli Jetti says
That's one healthy idlis you have here Arch, never used Quinoa yet, this surely tempts me to try!
Priya Suresh says
How spongy and healthy this quinoa idli looks, feel like having some anytime of the day.
Rajani says
love how you have incorporated quinoa into something as traditional as idli. Makes it healthier without compromising on the taste right?
Nalini says
The idlys have come out so well and looks so soft and spongy.
ruchi indu says
so from 3:1 carb:protein; you changed it to 1:1.5 carb:protein. And the idlys really look too spongy. Will definitely try.
Shobha Keshwani says
Quinoa is a super grain and a healthy option.. will try the idlis with quinoa soon.. I love idlis.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, please try and let me know how you liked them.
Swati says
Healthy and delicious treat for breakfast or dinner..The idlis looks soft and fluffy!!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
Priya Srinivasan says
Wow arch! This is fabulous, quinoa in idlies, what a nice way to enjoy this grain in our regular dishes! Idlies have come out so well ! Any variety for me to try! ????
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Priya.
Renu says
Quinoa idli looks so soft and yum and they are protein packed and so so healthy. I am definitely making this.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Renu
Preethi'sCuisine says
Love these super soft protein rich Quinoa Idlis.This is on my to do list. Fabulous share.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
Sujata Roy says
Wow Archana you made these idli super healthy by adding quinoa. Loved the colour of the idli. Never used quinoa before but now planning to buy some. Superb share.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sujata.
Sasmita says
The idlis looks super spongy. love the idea of using quinoa along with rice rava and urad dal here
ArchanaPotdar says
Sasmita, thanks.
Shobha Keshwani says
I also use quinoa a lot these days. I have to try out these idlis now as Idli is my most favourite breakfast They look nice and spongy.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 thanks, Shobha. These are definitely delicious.