A wholesome and comforting Indian breakfast made with nutritious oats, fresh vegetables, and light aromatic spices cooked to perfection.
This quick and healthy upma is rich in fiber, easy to digest, and perfect for busy mornings or light evening meals.
Loaded with colorful veggies and balanced flavors, it keeps you full while supporting a healthy lifestyle.
Serve hot with coconut chutney, curd, or a squeeze of lemon for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 small carrot (chopped)
• ¼ cup green peas
• 1 small capsicum (chopped)
• 1 green chilli (chopped)
• 1 tsp ginger (grated)
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 6–8 curry leaves
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper (optional)

Cooking Essentials

• 1 tbsp oil or ghee
• 2 cups water
• Fresh coriander leaves
• Lemon juice

Optional Add-ons

• Roasted peanuts or cashews
• Coconut chutney
• Curd or yogurt
• Chilli flakes for extra spice

Instructions

• Dry roast oats in a pan for 2–3 minutes and keep aside
• Heat oil or ghee and add mustard seeds, cumin, and curry leaves
• Add onions, ginger, green chilli, and sauté until soft
• Mix in carrots, peas, capsicum, turmeric, salt, and cook for 2–3 minutes
• Pour water into the pan and bring it to a gentle boil
• Add roasted oats and stir continuously to avoid lumps
• Cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and fluffy
• Garnish with coriander, lemon juice, and roasted peanuts
• Serve hot with chutney or curd