Seviyan Pulao recipe serves 5, 240 grams per serving.

114 calories for 1 serving of Seviyan Pulao, Semiya Pulao, Vermicelli Pulao, Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrates 18.3g, Protein 2.9g, Fat 3.3g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium.

Is Seviyan Pulao healthy?

Yes, but conditions apply.

Let's understand the ingredients.

What's good.

Whole wheat vermicelli or semiya: Whole wheat vermicelli or semiya is slightly higher in protein than the maida based vermicelli. It is also a good source of fibre, which regular vermicelli is not. Thus whole wheat vermicelli is a wiser choice for people with heart disease and those aiming for weight loss. However since it is also a good source of carbs, we recommend diabetics use them sparingly and balance its glycemic index and boost nutritional content  by adding fibre and antioxidant rich veggies. 

Carrots (gajjar) : Carrots have the nutrient Beta Carotene which is a form of Vitamin A, helps prevent deterioration of the eye as one gets older and prevents night blindness. Carrot is great for the eyes.They relieve constipation, lower blood pressure, have fibre and lower cholesterol. Read the 11 super benefiits of carrots and why to include them in your daily diet.

Onions (pyaz, kanda) :  Raw onions are a very valuable source of vitamin C – the immune building vitamin. Along with other phytonutrients from onions, it helps to build WBC (white blood cells) which serves as a line of defence against illness. Yes, it’s a source of many antioxidants, the most important one amongst them being Quercetin. The quercetin in Onions promotes production of HDL (good cholesterol) and lowers total cholesterol in the body. The sulphur in onions act as a blood thinner and prevents blood clotting too. This in turn would lower blood pressure and good for heart,  diabetics. Read the benefits of onions. 

French Beans ( Fansi ) : French Beans are rich in folic acid.  A deficiency of folic acid can also lead to anaemia, as like iron they are equally necessary to make red blood cells. Without enough folic acid, you can get easily tired. Pregnant women can also benefit from its folic acid count. It’s effective to achieve weight loss, overcome constipation, control blood sugar levels,  treat high cholesterol as well as prevent cancer. See here for detailed 15 benefits of french beans. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and overweight individuals have Seviyan Pulao?

Yes. Whole wheat vermicelli or semiya is slightly higher in protein than the maida based vermicelli. It is also a good source of fibre, which regular vermicelli is not. Thus whole wheat vermicelli is a wiser choice for people with heart disease and those aiming for weight loss. However since it is also a good source of carbs, we recommend diabetics use them sparingly and balance its glycemic index and boost nutritional content  by adding fibre and antioxidant rich veggies.