Millet Pasta with Veggie Sauce – Healthy School Lunch Alternative
As a parent, finding that perfect balance between nutritious meals and your child’s picky preferences can often feel like a balancing act. Millet Pasta with Veggie Sauce, is a simple, yet incredibly wholesome option that ticks both boxes. Packed with fiber-rich millet and a colorful mix of vegetables, this dish is a powerhouse of essential vitamins and minerals that support your child’s growth, energy levels, and overall health. The veggie sauce provides essential minerals while the millet delivers plant-based protein, making this a complete, well-rounded meal. It’s the kind of dish that satisfies their hunger without the guilt, offering a healthy alternative to the usual processed options.
Serves: 2
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup millet pasta
½ cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers, broccoli, etc.)
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup tomato puree
¼ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp dried basil
Salt to taste
¼ tbsp Avocado oil
Optional: A2 paneer, grated (for topping)
Method:
- Cook the millet pasta till it is al denté, drain, and keep aside.
- In a saucepan, heat the avocado oil on a medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onions. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
- Add the mixed vegetables and continue to sauté for a few more minutes until they slightly cook..
- Pour in the tomato puree and season with dried oregano, dried basil, and salt. Stir well and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cooked millet pasta to the sauce mixture. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Optionally, sprinkle some grated A2 paneer on top and serve.
Notes:
- Millet is a whole grain that provides essential nutrients like fibre, B vitamins (especially niacin and B6), and minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc.
You Care Tip
Avocado oil has a high smoke point, making it suitable for high-heat cooking methods like sautéing, frying, and grilling.
Nutritional information per serving
Total Calories: 345 kcal
Total Carbohydrates: 65 gms
Total Protein: 7.6 gms
Total Fat: 3.5 gms
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