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Rinse the quinoa and moong dal separately until the water runs clear to remove any impurities.
Heat the olive oil in a pressure cooker or a deep pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them sizzle until they start to pop.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent. Then add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
Add the chopped carrot and bell pepper to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in the turmeric and coriander powder, and cook for a minute to release their flavors.
Add the rinsed quinoa and moong dal to the pan, and sauté for a couple of minutes to toast them slightly.
Pour in the water or vegetable broth, and add salt to taste. Stir everything together.
If using a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook for 3-4 whistles. If using a pan, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the quinoa and dal are cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Once the khichdi is cooked, turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then, fluff it with a fork and stir in the lemon juice.
Serve the quinoa khichdi hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or herbs of your choice.