Portfolio Diet Score: 3.5 points per serving
- Nuts & Seeds: 0.5 point
- Plant Protein: 2 points
- Viscous Fibre: 0.5 point
- Oils (MUFAs): 0.5 point
Nutrition Information
Calories | 443.3 kcal | Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2 g |
Protein | 21.4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g |
Bean Protein | 18.3 g | Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g |
Fat | 6.8 g | Dietary Fibre | 17.4 g |
Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | Viscous Fibre | 1.2 g |

Barley Khichdi (inspired by the traditional Indian dish Khichdi)
Description
Portfolio Diet Score: 3.5 points per serving
- Nuts & Seeds: 0.5 point
- Plant Protein: 2 points
- Viscous Fibre: 0.5 point
- Oils (MUFAs): 0.5 point
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium pot, add 1 cup of water and the barley. Bring to a boil. Cook for 30 minutes or until barley grains are soft.
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In a small saucepan, over medium heat; heat oil and add cumin seeds. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft; about 5 minutes.
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Once onions are soft, add minced ginger and garlic. Then add the remaining 1 cup of water along with the mung beans and cook until mung beans are soft for approximately 15 minutes. Add tomatoes, green peas, ground chili
pepper and finely chopped walnuts. Cook for 5-7 minutes. -
Once all vegetables have cooked, add cooked barely and season with salt.
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Serve warm and garnish with cilantro if desired.
Note
- Adjust seasoning and spices according to preference.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3-5 days.
- **it is optional to soak the barley overnight. Soaking can help to reduce the cooking time and make the barley softer.