Beet Rasam

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Beet Rasam
30 min.
3
31kcal

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Discover the vibrant and nourishing world of Beet Rasam, a delightful vegetarian and gluten-free dish that brings an explosion of flavors to your table. If you're looking for a unique twist on traditional rasam, this recipe is sure to captivate your taste buds. Made with the earthy sweetness of beets and the tangy undertones of tamarind or tomatoes, this dish is both refreshing and comforting. Ready in just 30 minutes, it makes for a perfect side dish or a standalone soup that's bursting with color and nutrients.

The key to a great Beet Rasam lies in the expertly balanced spices and aromatics. The combination of cumin, garlic, and mustard seeds in the tempering adds a depth of flavor that complements the natural richness of the beet water. Packed with just 31 calories per serving, this light yet fulfilling dish allows you to enjoy all the goodness without any guilt. Whether you choose to savor it on its own or mixed with fluffy hot rice, each sip or scoop promises an unforgettable taste experience.

So, if you're eager to enjoy a healthy, quick, and delicious meal, dive into the magic of Beet Rasam. Your family and friends will be amazed at the beautiful color and the delightful, aromatic flavors that come together in this extraordinary dish. Get ready to impress!

Ingredients

  • Teaspoon cumin 
  •  garlic cloves 
  • 0.5 Tablespoon ghee 
  • 0.3 Teaspoon mustard seeds 
  • servings salt as needed
  • Teaspoons tamarind sour crushed (I Used 2 Tablespoons Of Tomatoes)
  • 0.5 Teaspoon turmeric powder 
  • cups beets water cooked

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a vessel combine the beet water, tomatoes, salt and turmeric powder and let it boil.Meanwhile do the tempering. In a small frying pan add ghee, once it heats, add mustard and cumin, once it crackles, add the chillies and garlic cloves and sauteed it until the raw smell is gone.While the mixture is boiling, add the daal water (if you have) and the tempering and let it boil once again for 3 minutes.
  2. Garnish it with cilantro and beet rasam is ready. The color was unbelievable, so was the taste too. This can either be had as soup by itself or mixed with hot rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories31kcal
Protein4.9%
Fat76.87%
Carbs18.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26
Glycemic Load
0.27
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
1.1473912901205%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:30.88kcal
1.54%
Fat:2.78g
4.27%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.85%
Carbohydrates:1.48g
0.49%
Net Carbohydrates:1.21g
0.44%
Sugar:0.21g
0.23%
Cholesterol:6.4mg
2.13%
Sodium:207.68mg
9.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.4g
0.8%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.72%
Iron:0.68mg
3.79%
Copper:0.05mg
2.34%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.98%
Calcium:17.07mg
1.71%
Magnesium:6.75mg
1.69%
Vitamin C:1.08mg
1.31%
Selenium:0.87µg
1.25%
Potassium:39.87mg
1.14%
Fiber:0.28g
1.1%
Phosphorus:10.4mg
1.04%