Low Calorie Ven Pongal Recipe

Looking for a cozy South Indian breakfast that won’t weigh you down? This Low Calorie Ven Pongal Recipe is your answer! By infusing the traditional dish with Plantigo Vegan Protein Powder for Muscle Gain, this version delivers more than 24 grams protein per serving, without compromising on flavor. It's the perfect fusion of comfort and clean plant protein —ideal for your fitness-focused mornings. Best part? You get all the taste of the classic ven pongal recipe with fewer calories and more power!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup moong dal (yellow split lentils)

• 1/4 cup foxtail millet or brown rice (for low calorie twist)

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

• 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

• 5–6 whole black peppercorns (crushed)

• 1 green chili, slit (optional)

• 6–8 curry leaves

• 1 teaspoon cold-pressed coconut oil or ghee

• Salt to taste

• 2.5 cups water

• 2 scoops Plantigo Vegan Protein Powder for Muscle Gain – Unflavored

• Optional: steamed spinach or bottle gourd for added fiber

Steps to Make Low Calorie Ven Pongal Recipe:

1. Roast & Rinse:

Lightly dry roast moong dal until fragrant. Rinse dal and millet/rice thoroughly. Drain well.

2. Cook Together:

Pressure cook the dal and millet/rice with 2.5 cups of water and a pinch of salt for 3–4 whistles. Let it cool and release pressure naturally.

3. Make the Tempering:

In a separate pan, heat oil or ghee. Add cumin, ginger, peppercorns, green chili, and curry leaves. Sauté for 1–2 minutes till aromatic.

4. Combine & Fortify:

Add the tempering to the cooked pongal and mix well. Let it cool for a couple of minutes. Stir in 2 scoops of Plantigo Vegan Protein Powder for Muscle Gain to enrich your ven pongal recipe with clean plant protein.

5. Serve Light & Hot:

Enjoy warm with coconut chutney or plain low-fat yogurt. This version of ven pongal recipe gives you indulgence without the guilt, plus a protein boost!

Why You’ll Love This Low Calorie Ven Pongal Recipe:

• Gives you more than 24 grams protein per serving with Plantigo Vegan Protein Powder for Muscle Gain

• Keeps pongal calories in check while boosting nutrition

• A flavorful, balanced ven pongal recipe that fuels your day

• Loaded with clean plant protein and fiber-rich grains

• Ideal for weight-watchers, athletes, or anyone looking to eat clean

With this Low Calorie Ven Pongal Recipe, you no longer have to choose between tradition and transformation. Light on calories and heavy on nutrition, this updated ven pongal recipe gives you everything you love — taste, texture, and wholesome fuel — now supercharged with Plantigo Vegan Protein Powder for Muscle Gain.