If you love aromatic pulao dishes but want a healthier alternative to white rice, Kodo Millet Vegetable Pulav is the perfect choice. This wholesome version uses fiber-rich kodo millet instead of polished rice, creating a light, fluffy, and nutritious meal packed with vegetables and gentle spices.
Kodo millet is known for its excellent digestion support and detoxifying properties. When cooked with whole spices 🌿, colorful vegetables 🥕🥦, and fragrant herbs, it turns into a flavorful one-pot meal that’s satisfying yet easy on the stomach.
Whether for lunchboxes, quick dinners, or meal prep — this millet pulao is comfort food made healthy!
🌾 Why Kodo Millet is Perfect for Pulav
Kodo millet is an ancient grain with powerful health benefits:
✅ High in fiber for digestion
✅ Low glycemic index – great for diabetics
✅ Keeps you full longer
✅ Naturally gluten-free
✅ Helps in weight management
Replacing rice with kodo millet boosts nutrition instantly.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
🌾 Main Base:
- 1 cup kodo millet (soaked 20 minutes)
- 2½ cups water 💧
- Salt to taste 🧂
🥕 Vegetables:
- 1 small carrot (chopped) 🥕
- ¼ cup green peas 🟢
- ¼ cup beans (chopped) 🫛
- ¼ cup cauliflower florets 🥦
- 1 small onion (sliced) 🧅
🌿 Whole Spices:
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cloves
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1 green cardamom
🌶️ Flavor:
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 🧄
- 1 green chili 🌶️
- ½ tsp turmeric powder 🟡
- 1 tsp garam masala
🫒 Cooking:
- 1½ tbsp oil or ghee
🌱 Garnish:
- Fresh coriander leaves 🌿
- Lemon juice 🍋
👩🍳 How to Make Kodo Millet Vegetable Pulav
🌾 Step 1: Prepare Millet
Wash and soak kodo millet for 20 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
🔥 Step 2: Sauté Spices
Heat oil/ghee in a pot or pressure cooker. Add bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom. Let them release aroma.
Add onions and sauté until golden.
🧄 Step 3: Add Flavor Base
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for 30 seconds.
🥕 Step 4: Add Vegetables & Spices
Add chopped vegetables, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Stir well.
🍚 Step 5: Cook Pulav
Add soaked millet and water. Cook until millet is soft and fluffy (2 whistles or 18 minutes in pot).
Finish with lemon juice and coriander.
Your fragrant millet pulav is ready! 😍
🌟 Tips for Perfect Millet Pulav
✨ Soaking improves softness
✨ Use whole spices for aroma
✨ Don’t overcook millet
✨ Fluff gently before serving
🥗 Health Benefits
🌾 Improves digestion
🥕 Loaded with vitamins
🔥 Maintains steady energy
💪 Keeps you full longer
Ideal for weight loss and diabetic-friendly meals.
🍽️ Best Served With
🥒 Cucumber raita
🥗 Fresh salad
🥭 Pickle
🥛 Buttermilk
🌼 Conclusion
Kodo Millet Vegetable Pulav is a perfect blend of rich flavors and powerful nutrition. Light, aromatic, and packed with veggies, it makes everyday meals both delicious and healthy.
By switching to kodo millet, you’re choosing better digestion, balanced blood sugar, and wholesome eating — without losing the joy of comfort food. 🌾💚
Make this millet pulav a regular in your meal plan!