Dahi Matar For a Veg Punjabi Thali

We all know that no festival is complete without good food and Vaisakhi is no exception. This spring harvest festival celebrates the vast agricultural history of Punjab and offers gratitude and thanks to the farmers who grow crops year after year. It also happens to be the birthday of the Khalsa Panth, a sacred part of Sikhism. But regardless of the religious background, it is celebrated with much fun and zeal throughout the region. Vaisakhi is tomorrow.

We’re Indians, so it goes without saying that at any given festival we prepare veg meals (except for one, and that is LOHRI).  I always try and follow the traditions and make sure that I cook something special. So, today’s recipe is Dahi Matar, a staple high protein side dish, quick to make but totally restaurant-worthy. I hope you will enjoy watching the video for Dahi Matar on my YouTube channel.

There are a handful of recipes that I just know by heart, and this Dahi Matar sabzi is one of those. I am pairing Dahi matar with Langar waali daal, Karahi Paneer, No Fry Dahi Bhallay, Gluten-free parshad, and Gluten-free Tandoori Roti. A wonderful veg meal to be served on Vaisakhi.

The tiny green peas not only add flavor to our meals but also have multiple health benefits.  They are low in saturated fat, cholesterol, and salt. Although we tend to think of them as vegetables, peas are technically legumes. So, nutritionally, they have more in common with foods like beans and chickpeas. And, like those other legumes, peas are a “great source of plant-based protein and are also high in fiber,” They promote gut health and a feeling of fullness. If you are a vegetarian or considering vegetarianism, or limiting the amount of meat you will love to add Dahi matar and other dishes as well to your repertoire.

Dahi Matar is a tasty dish that you can prepare with minimum ingredients. You just need peas, onion, garlic, yogurt, tomato, and some spices. Thick and creamy, gluten-free, and low fat, too. While the texture is creamy, it doesn’t require cream to make. Moreover, it is super easy to make within no time. This easy Dahi Matar recipe is the perfect side dish to serve with any Indian-inspired meal. This is the best option for me on busy weekdays because I always have a bag of frozen peas in the freezer. In addition, it goes well with hot roti or rice since it is a semi-dry dish.

I hope you make this recipe for your family. If you enjoy it, please let me know. If you feel the recipe needs a few tweaks, even then, drop me a message. You can find me, on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest. Let’s stay in touch.

Bringing Dahi Matar to Angie’s linky party Fiesta Friday.