Dairy-Free Lemon Sevai

Delight in the zesty flavors of Dairy-Free Lemon Sevai, a vibrant South Indian-inspired dish crafted with tender rice noodles and infused with the tang of fresh lemon juice. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is a light yet satisfying option perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. Aromatic tempering with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chilies elevates the sevai, while roasted peanuts add crunch and cilantro imparts freshness. Naturally dairy-free and vegan, this wholesome dish strikes a balance between tangy and savory, making it a flavorful crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm for a comforting meal, or garnish with extra cilantro and lemon wedges for an eye-catching presentation!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams rice sevai (rice noodles)
• 1000 milliliters water
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 teaspoon chana dal (split Bengal gram)
• 2 dried red chilies
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons peanuts, roasted

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1000 milliliters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the rice sevai and cook according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 3

Add 1 teaspoon of urad dal and 1 teaspoon of chana dal to the pan. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until they turn golden brown.

Step 4

Break 2 dried red chilies into halves and add them to the pan along with 2 finely chopped green chilies and 10 curry leaves. Sauté for another minute.

Step 5

Add 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder to the pan and mix well.

Step 6

Add the cooked sevai, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of salt to the pan. Toss everything gently to combine, ensuring the sevai is coated evenly.

Step 7

Turn off the heat, add 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro and 2 tablespoons of roasted peanuts. Mix well.

Step 8

Serve warm, garnished with additional cilantro or lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1445.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	841.2

Total Fat 41.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2432.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.6g
Protein 19.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 172.2mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1004.8mg	0%

*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: 42.9%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 48.3%