Mediterranean Diet Kanda Pohe

Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this vibrant and wholesome Mediterranean Diet Kanda Pohe, a delightful fusion of traditional Indian poha and Mediterranean-inspired flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines soft, turmeric-infused flattened rice with the richness of extra virgin olive oil, tangy black olives, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a fresh burst of baby spinach. Topped with creamy crumbled feta cheese and a zesty hint of lemon juice, this dish is a perfect balance of savory and refreshing. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a nutritious, gluten-free dish that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful, making it ideal for health-conscious food lovers. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this twist on classic Kanda Pohe is a must-try for anyone embracing the Mediterranean diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams flattened rice (poha)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 green chili, slit
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup baby spinach leaves
• 50 grams feta cheese, crumbled
• 10 black olives, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Begin by placing the flattened rice (poha) in a fine sieve and rinse it under running water until it becomes soft. Let it drain completely and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them splutter for about 30 seconds.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and green chili. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.

Step 4

Add turmeric powder and salt to the pan, stirring well to combine.

Step 5

Gently fold in the rinsed poha, stirring everything together until the turmeric evenly coats the poha. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on low heat, ensuring the poha heats through.

Step 6

Turn off the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and half of the fresh coriander leaves.

Step 7

Add the cherry tomatoes, baby spinach leaves, and sliced black olives to the poha mixture. Toss them gently to mix.

Step 8

Transfer the pohe onto a serving dish. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and the remaining coriander leaves.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature, enjoying a fusion of Indian and Mediterranean flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1738.5 grams (1738.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1250

Total Fat 68.90g	88%
Saturated Fat 16.50g	83%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 42mg	14%
Sodium 2955mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 145.10g	53%
Dietary Fiber 25.20g	90%
Total Sugars 36.80g
Protein 27.20g	54%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474mg	36%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 3175mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 44.3%