🥣 Mild Poha with Veggies – Kid-Friendly Tiffin Recipe

Looking for a light and healthy tiffin idea your kids will love? This Mild Poha with Veggies is perfect! Made with flattened rice, colorful veggies, and very mild spices, it’s easy to digest, quick to make, and stays fresh till lunchtime.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup thick poha (flattened rice)
• 1 tsp oil or ghee
• 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tbsp finely chopped onion (optional)
• 2 tbsp grated carrot
• 2 tbsp boiled peas or sweet corn
• 1 tbsp chopped capsicum (optional)
• 5–6 curry leaves
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste (use less for younger kids)
• 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)
• Lemon juice – a few drops
• Chopped coriander for garnish

👩‍🍳 How to Make Mild Veg Poha

1. Wash poha gently in a colander. Let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
2. Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
3. Add curry leaves and chopped onions (if using). Sauté for a minute.
4. Add grated carrot, peas, and capsicum. Cook for 2–3 minutes till slightly soft.
5. Add turmeric, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add the soaked poha. Stir gently so it doesn’t break. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
7. Add lemon juice and chopped coriander. Mix once and turn off the heat.

💡 Tips for Kids’ Tiffin

• Use minimal or no green chilies. You can add a pinch of black pepper instead.
• Mix in boiled corn or grated beetroot for variety.
• Pack it warm in an insulated tiffin for best taste at lunchtime.

🥄 Serving Suggestion

Serve the mild poha with a small fruit or dry fruits on the side. It’s a balanced and satisfying tiffin idea for school-going kids!

Tags: #KidsTiffin #PohaRecipe #HealthyLunchbox #IndianTiffinIdeas #TiffinForKids

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🍱 More Kids’ Tiffin Recipes:

• Healthy Rava Mix Veg Appe
• Mini Idli with Ghee & Chutney
• Cheesy Vegetable Paratha
• Mild Poha with Veggies
• Paneer Roll with Mint Mayo