Spinach & Peas Rice

This delicious and nutritious Spinach & Peas Rice is a quick and easy meal packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins. The combination of spinach, peas, and spices makes it a flavorful, wholesome option for a light lunch or dinner. It’s perfect for those looking to boost their greens intake while enjoying a satisfying, comforting dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked rice (for higher protein and calories)

• 1 medium-sized onion, chopped

• 1 medium-sized tomato, chopped

• 2 cups chopped spinach

• 1 cup frozen green peas (to boost protein)

• 1 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)

• 1 tsp ginger garlic paste

• 3 tsp ghee (for added richness)

• Salt to taste

• Red chili powder, to taste

• Turmeric powder, to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat 1 tsp of ghee in a pan and add jeera. Once it crackles, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

2. Add ginger garlic paste and cook for 1 minute. Then, add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become mushy.

3. Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Stir to combine the spices evenly.

4. Add chopped spinach and peas, cooking until the spinach wilts and the peas are tender.

5. Stir in the cooked rice, ensuring all the ingredients are well mixed.

6. Serve with an additional 1 tsp of ghee for extra flavor and richness.

Nutrition:

• Calories: 400 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 61g

• Protein: 14g

• Fats: 16g

• Fiber: 9g