Vegetarian Indian Rice and Potatoes
Looking for a meatless Indian dish that isn’t completely spicy? Here is a delicious Vegetarian Indian Rice and Potatoes with peas, spinach and chickpeas. It’s so super easy and fragrant and sure to be a hit tonight!
Back in the day, my husband and I used to go to Indian buffet every single Sunday and I loved it! There’s nothing like authentic Indian food on a lazy Sunday. This, of course, was before kids. This was when we had the luxury to have a leisurely lunch in the city, when the most pressing responsibility on the weekend was getting laundry done. But, of course, now I wouldn’t change anything but I can think sweetly back to those days with friends over a steaming chicken korma and the most perfectly cooked basmati rice.
Since then, I am always trying to find Indian recipes I can make at home. I found this recipe a few weeks ago and immediately wanted to try it. I was a little unsure about pairing rice AND potatoes, but once I added the other ingredients which included peas, spinach and chickpeas, it felt a lot more rounded out. It isn’t too spicy but can definitely be adjusted for people who like spicier food. This is one of those healthy recipes I will keep and make again!
Yum
Tuesday
Chicken Cacciatore with Brined Chicken
I’ve never brined anything in my life, but it actually looks pretty simple with these directions.
Wednesday
Healthy Sweet Potato Skins
I think I may have already linked this recipe but it’s sooooo good.
Thursday
Salmon Peas and Rice Salad
Friday
Slow Cooker Lasagna Rolls
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Believe it or not I have never had Indian food before. But my husband and I being on a very tight budget don’t eat any meat except for the occasional chicken. I love how this sounds, the cilantro to brighten it up as well as the peas. And I have never had rice and potatoes in one dish.
I do have a question. Would it make a big difference if I didn’t add the turmeric? That is one spice I don’t have. Thanks!
Hi Robin – It won’t kill the dish if you don’t have turmeric, however, turmeric is a really healthy spice. I think it would still taste really yummy without the turmeric – maybe try some curry?
This sounds great! I love Indian food. Thank you for sharing.
This looks fantastic. I love your recipes. It uses “real” ingredients versus processed crap. Thanks 🙂