Dairy-Free Rava Upma

This Dairy-Free Rava Upma is a wholesome and aromatic South Indian breakfast dish that's light, fluffy, and packed with flavor. Made with roasted semolina and infused with the vibrant aromas of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and ginger, this upma is a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Fresh vegetables like carrots and green peas add color and nutrition, while a squeeze of lemon juice lends a tangy brightness to each bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this vegan upma recipe is perfect for busy mornings or as a satisfying snack. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves for an irresistible finish and serve it warm for a hearty, dairy-free treat the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Semolina (Rava)
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon Chana dal
• 1 tablespoon Urad dal
• 1 Green chili, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely chopped
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 small Carrot, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Green peas
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat a pan on medium flame and dry roast the semolina until it turns golden and aromatic (about 5 minutes). Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds. Once they begin to pop, add the cumin seeds, chana dal, and urad dal.

Step 3

Sauté the mixture until the dals turn golden brown.

Step 4

Add the chopped green chili, ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped carrot and green peas. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly soft.

Step 7

Add the water and salt to the pan. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and slowly add the roasted semolina, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 9

Cover the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until the semolina absorbs all the water and becomes soft.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for a few minutes.

Step 11

Add the lemon juice and mix well.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1164.7

Total Fat 32.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2426.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 34.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190.2mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1209.2mg	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: 25.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 63.1%