Low Fat Biryani Rice

Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Low Fat Biryani Rice, a lighter twist on the classic Indian dish. Packed with aromatic spices like cumin, cardamom, and cinnamon, and studded with colorful vegetables such as carrots, peas, and tomatoes, this recipe delivers authentic biryani flavors without the guilt. Swapping heavy ingredients for low-fat yogurt and a splash of olive oil keeps this dish heart-healthy and perfect for weight-conscious diets. Ready in under an hour, it’s ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve this fragrant and perfectly spiced rice dish as a wholesome main course or a side to your favorite curries. Healthy, satisfying, and irresistibly delicious, this low-fat biryani is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Basmati rice
• 2.5 cups Water
• 1 medium, thinly sliced Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 inch piece, minced Ginger
• 1 medium, diced Carrot
• 0.5 cup Green peas
• 1 medium, chopped Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 2 Cardamom pods
• 3 Cloves
• 1 inch piece Cinnamon stick
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Low-fat yogurt
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, bay leaf, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the pot and cook until golden brown. Stir in the garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot and green peas, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Stir in the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil begins to separate from the mixture.

Step 5

Stir in the low-fat yogurt, mixing well to combine all the ingredients. Cook for 2 more minutes.

Step 6

Add the drained rice to the pot, gently stirring to coat the rice with the spice mixture.

Step 7

Gently pour the 2.5 cups of water over the rice and bring to a boil.

Step 8

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and let the biryani rice sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro and mint before serving. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1516.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	861.4

Total Fat 20.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 8.1mg	0%
Sodium 3728.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 29.3g	0%

Vitamin D 68.5IU	0%
Calcium 627.0mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 1725.9mg	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: 21.1%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 65.8%