Low Sodium Veg Pulav

Elevate your mealtime with this Low Sodium Veg Pulav—a healthy and flavorful one-pot rice dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Made with fragrant basmati rice, a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, green beans, and cauliflower, and a blend of aromatic spices including cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste without the added sodium. The use of low-sodium vegetable broth ensures a heart-healthy alternative without compromising on flavor, while fresh coriander and mint leaves add a vibrant, herby finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this easy-to-make pulav is ready in just under an hour and pairs beautifully with raita or a simple green salad. Treat yourself to a wholesome, low-sodium comfort food experience today!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 0.5 cup Carrots (diced)
• 0.5 cup Green beans (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 0.5 cup Cauliflower florets
• 1 medium Onion (sliced thinly)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 small Green chili (slit)
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Mint leaves (chopped)
• 1 inch Cinnamon stick
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 3 whole Cloves
• 2 whole Cardamom pods
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 cups Low sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil or any neutral cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes and then drain it completely.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large, deep pan or a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 3

Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, cloves, and cardamom pods. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and slit green chili. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

Step 6

Add the diced carrots, green beans, green peas, and cauliflower florets. Stir well and cook for 3–4 minutes.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the turmeric powder and mix well to coat the vegetables evenly in the spice.

Step 8

Add the soaked and drained basmati rice. Gently stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.

Step 9

Pour in the low sodium vegetable broth. Add chopped coriander and mint leaves, and give it a gentle stir.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it cook for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and let the pulav rest, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 12

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, garnish with additional coriander leaves if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1204.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	764.3

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 422.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 20.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 281.9mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2037.8mg	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: 34.1%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 55.7%