Radish and Turnip Chickpea Stir-fry with Muskmelon Mint Yoghurt
Citrusy, crunchy, and completely scrumptious, this one-bowl Radish and Turnip Chickpea Stir-fry with Muskmelon Mint Yoghurt makes a light yet fulfilling meal. The crunch of radish and turnip, paired with the richness of the chickpeas and wonderfully complemented by the cool muskmelon mint yoghurt, creates a heavenly melange of tastes and textures sure to satiate your taste buds. The nourishment one derives from this dish is an added bonus! Low in calories and high in fibre, it makes for a perfect choice for health-conscious foodies. Dive into this recipe and experience the magical flavours of fresh produce and invigorating spices.
Ingredients
½ cup radish, chopped
½ cup turnip, chopped
½ cup chickpeas, boiled
½ cup muskmelon, pureed
1 cup yoghurt, whisked
1 tsp olive oil
A handful of fresh mint leaves
Rock salt to taste
Toasted sesame seeds for garnishing
Spices: 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp turmeric powder, ½ tsp chili flakes
Method
1. Heat the oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and once they start to sputter, add radish and turnip.
2. Stir fry the vegetables until cooked yet crunchy, add the spices, chickpeas and salt, cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Set aside the stir-fry, in another bowl combine the muskmelon puree, whisked yoghurt, finely chopped mint, and a pinch of salt.
4. In a serving bowl, add the stir-fry, top it off with the muskmelon mint yoghurt, garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
5. Serve this beautiful, refreshing one bowl meal at room temperature or slightly chilled.
This recipe not only provides you the opportunity to enjoy an array of flavors but also the goodness of fresh seasonal vegetables. An enticing dish that can be prepared in just 30 minutes, it’s worth giving it a try. So why wait? Get cooking today!
