Moong Dal Chilla with Vegetables
140
kcal
9g
protein
4g
fat
18g
carbs
Prenatal

Moong Dal Chilla with Vegetables

A high-protein moong dal chilla loaded with vegetables — light, folate-rich and gentle on the stomach, ideal for morning sickness during pregnancy.

Total Time

20 min

Serves

4 people

Calories

140 kcal

Nutrition per serving

140kcal
Calories
9g
Protein
4g
Fat
18g
Carbs

Key Pregnancy Nutrients

  • Fiber4 g
  • Folate60 mcg

Ingredients

  • Yellow moong dal (soaked 3-4 hrs) – 1 cup
  • Grated carrot – 1/4 cup
  • Chopped onion – 1/4 cup
  • Chopped coriander – 2 tbsp
  • Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
  • Ginger, grated – 1/2 tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Oil – 2 tsp (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grind soaked moong dal with a little water into a smooth, thick batter.

  2. 2

    Mix in grated carrot, onion, coriander, cumin seeds, ginger, and salt.

  3. 3

    Heat a non-stick tawa, pour a ladle of batter, and spread into a thin circle.

  4. 4

    Drizzle a little oil around edges; cook both sides until golden.

  5. 5

    Serve with mint chutney or curd.