691.Veg Protein Burrito Bowl

MEGA BLOGGING MARATHON -SEPT 2017

#80TH BLOGGING MARATHON

THEME: PROTEIN RICH DISHES

DAY:9

Why is it important to include protein in our diet? Before I can explain the importance of protein, its imperative to know that proteins are of two kinds – complete proteins and incomplete proteins.
Complete proteins means all 9 amino acids, the building blocks of protein are present such as meats. Most plant based proteins do not have all 9 amino acids present so it becomes important to mix your plant based proteins to get the maximum amount of protein requirement.
We must include protein in our daily diet for the following reasons:

• All the cells in our bodies are composed of protein. These cells need protein to maintain and repair themselves.
• Every day must include protein as the body cannot store protein like the way its stores carbohydrates.
• Protein provides energy.
• Protein helps to stabilize blood sugar in our body.
• Protein rich diets helps you to feel more satiated and less hungry in a short time.
• Helps to build and maintain muscle mass.
• Promotes healthy brain function and learning as proteins are needed to make enzymes, hormones and neurotransmitters.
• Proteins help to maintain strong bones.
• Protein rich food helps to lower the bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels therefore promoting a healthy heart.
• Improves metabolism.

By no means am I claiming or supporting any sort of fad diet that are the latest craze in the fitness world. I’m just trying to include non meat non fish dishes from which you can get your protein source. 

VEG PROTEIN BURRITO BOWL
Serves 4

For the rice layer:
1 cup brown rice
2½ cups water
1 tsp salt
½ cup chopped spring onion
¼ cup fresh tomato puree, thick
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp garlic paste
1-2 green chilli chopped or jalapeño
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp cayenne powder
½ tbsp oil

For the chickpeas:
2 cups boiled chickpeas (kabuli chana)
1 medium onion finely chopped
1 tbsp garlic
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp paprika powder
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp oil

For the corn:
2 cups boiled corn kernels
1-2 tbsp lime juice
½ tsp salt
1 tsp chipotle powder

For the lime yogurt:
1-1½ cups thick yogurt
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp sugar
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander or cilantro stalks

Topping:
1 cup tomato salsa sauce
1 avocado, sliced
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (coriander, dhania)

Optional add ins:
Guacamole
Grated Cheese

Preparation of the rice:

1. Wash the rice till the water is clear.
2. Add 2½ cups of water, ½ tsp salt and rice into a deep saucepan.
3. Place it over high heat. When the water begins to boil, lower the heat.
4. Cover the pan and let the rice cook till done.
5. Remove the rice into a plate of tray.
6. Spread it out gently with a fork so that it can cool.
7. Heat oil in a wide pan.
8. Add cumin seeds.
9. Add spring onion, chopped chilli and garlic and stir fry for a few seconds.
10. Add tomato puree, salt, cayenne powder and coriander powder. Mix well.
11. Add the rice and mix well.
12. Take the pan off the heat.

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