A Wholesome Mini Platter: A Complete Feast on One Plate
A wholesome, delicious Mini Platter is a delight when it comes to comfort food that is both tasty, nutritious, and fulfilling. Think of a meal of spicy, tangy, creamy, and it’s the balance of crunch, comfort, and sweetness that forms the perfect meal.
Today, I am posting my own homemade Mini Platter, which consists of Chickpea Curry, Yogurt Curry with vegetable fillers, Curd Vada, Sago Pudding, crispy deep-fried bread, Steamed Rice, and fresh salad.
Every dish is a delight in itself, and when combined, it becomes a nutritious meal that brings the family together during a celebration or even a weekend outing.
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Why a Mini Platter?
A Vegetarian Platter is not merely a food but an experience in itself, all on one plate. Chickpea Curry, Yogurt Curry with vegetable fillers, Curd Vada, Sago Pudding, crispy deep-fried bread, Steamed Rice, and fresh salad. Each has its own taste and texture.
You’re already creating a mini platter that feels both wholesome and indulgent. You can add to this some deep-fried bread and crisp salad
The special thing about this platter is the balance; the spicy, sweet, tangy, and savory flavors blend together beautifully. Light yogurt is used to balance bold curries, and the sweet pudding is used to join soft vadas with crunchy bread.
It is a delight to the heart and the stomach and can be used during a festival, a family dinner, or even a very nice weekend treat.
What is a Mini Platter?
A Mini Platter is a perfect combination of food items that is presented on a single plate. It is like a small platter that features various flavors, textures, and cooking styles. You get a full meal, containing a balance of protein, carbs, fiber, and healthy fats, and not just one dish.
Why You’ll Love This Mini Platter
This dish will meet all your cravings. It is daring like chickpea curry, warm like Yogurt curry with vegetable fillers, cool like curd vada, and sweet like sago pudding and steamed rice. The dishes are a perfect match to each other, and every bite is delicious. It is not merely food but a festival of diversity.
A Balance of Flavors & Textures
The most extraordinary thing about this Mini Platter is the balance that it creates between contrasting things. The soft vadas are tasty with the tangy chutneys. The curry is made with rich curd soaked with crispy vegetable fillers.
And lastly, the meal is completed with a sweet taste of the creamy pudding. It is an adventure for your palate with each bite.
Perfect for Every Occasion
Perfect for a birthday treat, a festive family dinner, or a weekend meal, this Mini Platter can fit perfectly. It is rich, vibrant, and easily customizable, and everyone at the table is going to love it. Also, you are able to modify the spice content and serving size to fit children, adults, or visitors.
Homemade Goodness in Every Bite
The greatest advantage of making this Mini Platter at home is the fresh and genuine flavors. You can see right into what you are putting into every dish, and it can be as healthy or decadent as you wish. Homemade chutneys, freshly fried bread, and a creamy pudding are all personal and comforting touches that can never be found in store-bought meals.
Health Benefits of a Mini Platter
A properly made vegetarian dish is not only tasty, but it is also nutritious. Chickpeas are a source of plant-based protein and fiber, curd is a source of protein to provide energy, curd vada provides probiotics to the gut, and sago pudding provides a light dose of calcium and good carbs.
When it is mixed with fresh vegetables in the salad, this Mini Platter is a complete meal that not only nourishes the body but also satisfies the taste buds.
Serving Suggestions
It is best served on a Mini Platter or plate with small bowls holding each dish. This gives the meal a traditional and organized appearance. To add that freshness, add a bit of fresh herbs to each dish, like coriander or mint. Don’t forget to bring chutneys to have on the side in case everyone wants to make flavors their own way, Mini Platter.
Mini Platter
Ingredients
Method
- Blend tomatoes and green chili into a smooth puree.
- Heat oil in a pressure cooker, add bay leaf, then pour in the puree.
- Add chili flakes, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for 15 minutes until thick.
- Add boiled black chickpeas and kasuri methi.
- Pour water for desired gravy, close lid, and cook for 5–6 whistles.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.
- Blend yogurt, gram flour, turmeric, and salt until smooth.
- Heat oil in a pan, splutter mustard seeds, then add curry leaves and red chili powder.
- Pour in the yogurt mixture, add water, and simmer on low for 40 minutes.
- Mix gram flour, onion, coriander, green chili, salt, red chili, cumin, coriander, and turmeric powder into a thick batter.
- Heat oil in a pan and drop spoonfuls of the batter. Cook until golden and slightly crispy.
- Add the cooked fillers into yogurt curry and let soak for a few minutes.
- Soak urad dal for 1 hour. Grind to a smooth, fluffy batter.
- Heat oil and fry spoonfuls of the batter until golden and crisp.
- Soak fried vadas in cool water for 5 minutes, then squeeze gently to remove excess water.
- Dip vadas in whisked yogurt.
- Cook tamarind pulp with jaggery, fennel seeds, roasted cumin, black salt, and red chili powder until thick.
- Cool slightly and drizzle over vadas.
- Blend coriander leaves, green chili, salt, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Add over vadas along with spices.
- Boil milk in a pan.
- Add soaked sago pearls and cardamom powder.
- Stir continuously and cook for 30 minutes until creamy.
- Add almonds, cashews, and sugar. Mix well.
- Serve warm or chilled.
- Prepare deep-fried bread
- Chop cucumber and carrot, season with salt and lemon juice.
- Serve bread with fresh salad on the side.
Notes
FAQs About Mini Platter
Q1. Can I make this platter vegan?Yes. Replace curd with almond or soy yogurt, and use coconut/oat milk for sago pudding. Q2. Can I prepare the dishes in advance?
Definitely. Tamarind and green chutneys keep well for 2–3 days. Sago pudding can be made a day before. Curries taste best fresh but can be prepped a few hours ahead. Q3. What breads pair best with a mini platter?
Deep-fried bread like puris is traditional, but chapati, naan, or rice work just as well. Q4. Is this platter suitable for festivals?
Absolutely. It’s festive, colorful, and nourishing, making it perfect for pujas, family gatherings, or weekend celebrations. Q5. Is the platter healthy despite being indulgent?
Yes, when portioned wisely. It offers plant protein, probiotics, healthy carbs, and fiber. Just keep fried items in moderation.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving of Mini Platter)
- Calories: ~550–600 kcal
- Protein: 16–18 g
- Carbohydrates: 85–90 g
- Fiber: 12–14 g
- Fat: 18–20 g
- Sugar (natural & added): 12–14 g
- Calcium: ~12% of daily requirement
