Dosa is very popular Indian food, which has a crunchy outer layer and a juicy inner layer. Beetroot is also a healthy and sweet root which can be regarded as a better alternative to any regular dosa. The addition not only enhances the color of dosa but also ensures the vital nutrients like vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Beetroot dosa is also a good way to make children eat beetroot because they would not have touched it otherwise. Its taste is good, it is nutritious and its appearance is appealing making it an excellent dish that can be served to picky eaters or young individuals, who have not yet learned to love vegetables.

The article will discuss the health values of beetroot dosa, its simple recipe, and how you can make your kids meal by adding beetroot dosa, and have it be an interesting, fun and healthy dish.

Why Beetroot in Dosa

Beetroot, which is frequently not included in children diet, is a powerful nutritional package that contains vital elements such as folate, fiber, vitamin C, potassium and iron. It also works towards maintaining good digestion, vitality and keeps the heart healthy. Beetroot is an attractive and beautiful red color that promotes the consumption of new foods among children. Another benefit of beetroots is that it improves blood circulation and immunity which is essential in growing kids. Beetroot is a nutritious addition to an already loved meal dosa, which parents can use to incorporate the good without it being spared. It is sweet in the most natural way, making the dish milder and more kid-friendly.

The Health Benefits of Beetroot

Before we get into the recipe, it would be interesting to know why beetroot makes such a wonderful addition to the diet of children:

Rich in Nutrients

Beetroot is a good dietary source of vitamin C, folate, manganese, and fiber which are crucial in growth and development. It also has betaines that stimulate liver health and help reduce inflammation.

Improves Digestion

Beets are rich in dietary fiber, which enhances good digestion and prevents constipation, which is a typical problem of young children.

Boosts Immunity

The beetroot contains vitamin c, which enhances the immune system to help guard children against common colds and infections.

Supports Heart Health

Nitrates in beetroot assist in reducing blood pressure and enhancing blood flow leading to a better general cardiovascular situation.

Helps in Detoxification

Beetroot assists in the detoxification process by stimulating the liver activity and enabling the body to remove toxins.

Beetroot dosa is an intelligent method of adding this marvelous health food to your childs diet with all these health benefits.

How to Make Beetroot Dosa for Kids

There are no special ingredients to prepare beetroot dosa and the process is almost the same as preparing ordinary dosa. Beetroot, however, makes the batter slightly smoother and more colorful in color. This is how you can make this healthy and appetizing beetroot dosa at home.

Ingredients:

1 cup rice (regular or dosa rice)
1/4 cup split urad dal (black gram split)
1 medium beetroot (grated or chopped)
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (optional)
1 small green chili (optional)
1-inch piece of ginger
Salt to taste
Water as needed
Oil or ghee for frying (use as per preference)

Instructions:

Step 1: Soaking the Rice and Dal

Wash the urad dal and rice very well. To get the best results, they should be soaked in water about 4-6hr or overnight. Absorbing the batter in water produces good fermentation and crisp dosas.

Step 2: Grinding the Batter

Wash the wet rice and dal. Mix rice, urad dal, and grated beetroot with a blender or wet grinder. Use a small amount of water to facilitate the process of grinding. The pancake batter-like consistency of the batter should be thick enough to pour.

To the batter, you can also add a hint of tradition with cumin seeds, green chilies, and ginger. But you may omit the chili in case you are preparing the dosa to younger children to make it sweet, not very spicy.

Once creamy, transfer the batter into a big bowl, cover, and ferment 6-8 hours or overnight (at whatever room temperature) until the batter rises, triples, and deflates. The trick to a light and crispy dosa is through fermentation.

Step 3: Preparing the Dosa

The batter should be bubbling slightly and be fermented to be usable.

Mix the batter and salt to taste.

A griddle or non-stick tawa should be heated on medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil or ghee to the hot pan.

Take your ladle of the batter and pour in the middle of the pan and spread the batter out in a circular movement creating a thin dosa. The batter must be able to spread out and the red beetroot will give the dosa a beautiful reddish colour.

Add some more oil or ghee to the borders of the dosa and fry till it is golden brown and crispy at the bottom. This is normally 2-3 minutes.

Turn the dosa and stir it over another minute on the other side until it is completely cooked.

Take the dosa off the tawa and serve hot.

Step 4: Serving Beetroot Dosa for Kids

The beetroot dosa can be accompanied with assorted side dishes which are kid favorites. Some of the most popular ones include:

Coconut chutney: Coconut chutney has a creamy, nuttiness which is perfectly contrasted to the slightly sweet dosa of beetroot.

Tomato chutney: A sour tomato chutney helps balance out the dirtiness of the beetroot and offers a good contrasting taste.

Sambar: Beetroot dosa also tastes great with a mild sambar, which can be packed with vegetables and mild spices to make a healthy dip in it.

Why Beetroot Dosa is a Perfect Meal for Kids

Visual Appeal

Beetroot dosa would also be very appealing to the eye in terms of the bright red color, which is usually an aspect that applies to younger children. They are usually adventurous and willing to sample something colorful and interesting.

Packed with Nutrition

The use of beetroot in the dosa also provides a good amount of vitamins and minerals that are vital in the growth of children. It is a fantastic idea to get in those veggies that children enjoy eating.

Easy to Make and Customize

The beetroot dosa is versatile dish and easy to prepare. One can adjust the spices, add other veggies, or even create the base with gluten-free flour or whole grains. It can be very flexible concerning dietary requirements.

Conclusion

Beetroot dosa is a healthy and kid-friendly version of the traditional Indian dosa with a spectrum of colors and a sort of spicy wholesome sweetened dose. It provides children with nutritious food that enhances growth and development, and a filling meal. Beetroot dosa allows children to consume more vegetables in a manner that they enjoy it, when it is served with chutneys, sambar, or ghee. It is a very colorful and healthy dish that children can love.