-1/2 cup quinoa

-1 cup tomato puree

-1/2 cup onions

-2 to 3 garlic cloves

-1/4 tsp turmeric powder

-2 tsp sambhar powder

-1 tsp mustard seeds

-Handful of curry leaves

-Green chillies

-Salt as needed

Step 1

Cook quinoa and keep aside. Heat a container, add mustard seeds, when it's Heat a container, add mustard seeds, when it splutters, add curry leaves, onion, garlic. Add plutters, add curry leaves, onion, garlic. Add a little salt and saute until the onion turns translucent.

Step 2

Blend 3 ripe tomatoes and keep them aside. Add the blended tomato puree and all seasoning powders. Cook until the rawness of the tomato goes and it becomes a thick gravy.

Step 3

Once the tomato puree is cooked and is thick, add in the cooked quinoa and mix it well. Serve warm.

Quinoa is an excellent protein rich grain which is also a rich source of fiber. Tomato is an interesting tasty addition to the meal with its antioxidant capacity. This recipe is very easily prepared and a good oil free option for lunch/dinner.

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