Beetroot Curd Rice Recipe For A Soulful Summer Lunch

By Tarishi Shrivastava

April 16, 2024

Beetroot curd rice is a delicious and healthy South Indian dish made with yoghurt, rice, and beets. This vibrant pink rice dish gets its beautiful colour from beetroot and is full of nutritious ingredients.  

Ingredients

½ cup cooked rice   ½ cup plain yoghurt or curd   1 chopped, cooked beetroot   1 chopped green chilli   ½ teaspoon chopped ginger   10 curry leaves   1 and ½ teaspoons of mustard seeds   ½ cup urad dal   2–3 chopped coriander leaves   Salt to taste   1teaspoon Oil  

Step 1

In a pan, heat the oil and add the mustard seeds. Let them splutter.  

Step 2

Add urad dal and let it turn golden brown.  

Step 3

Add green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves. Saute for a minute.  

Step 3

Add chopped beetroot and salt. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Switch off the heat and let the mixture cool completely.  

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk the curd or yoghurt smoothly. Add the cooked rice and beetroot mixture. Adjust the salt if needed.  

Step 5

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!