Watermelon rind is a rich source of fibre which helps in helps maintain regular bowel movements and may help reduce the risk of developing diseases of the colon, help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels and it fill you up faster, helping achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The rind possesses large percentage of nutrients but usually people discard the leaves. It encompasses low calories and high content of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, potassium, Vitamin B6 and zinc. It is loaded with citrulline, chlorophyll, amino acids, lycopene, phenolic compounds and flavonoids. In this recipe I have incorporated the healthy watermelon rind along with ragi. Try this healthy tasty recipe.
Ingredients:
- 2 Cups Ragi Grains
- 1 Cup Tightly Packed Grated Watermelon Rind
- 1/2 Cup White Whole Urad dal
- 1.25 Tsp Salt
- 1.25 Tsp Salt
- 1.25 Tsp Salt
- 1 Tsp Fenugreek/Methi Seeds
- Idli Podi to serve with
- Idli Podi to serve with
- Idli Podi to serve with
Directions:
- Place ragi, urad dal, methi seeds in a wide bowl, wash thoroughly and soak for 6 hours. Drain.
- Using a mixie or wet grinder grind the ingredients to a fine batter adding the grated watermelon rind. Add salt.
- Ferment overnight or 8 hours. Make dosas and serve with chutney/sambar/podi.