Heart-Healthy Classic Indian Parathas
Elevate your mealtime with these **Heart-Healthy Classic Indian Parathas**, a nutritious twist on a beloved traditional dish. Crafted with whole wheat flour, vibrant spinach, flaxseed meal, and a dash of aromatic spices like cumin and carom seeds, these parathas deliver robust flavor while supporting heart health. The addition of low-fat yogurt ensures a soft, pliable dough, while olive oil keeps things light without compromising on taste. Perfectly pan-cooked to golden perfection, these wholesome flatbreads are ideal for pairing with low-fat yogurt or tangy chutney, offering a balanced and satisfying meal. Quick to prepare and packed with fiber, nutrients, and bold Indian spices, this recipe guarantees nourishment and guilt-free indulgence with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup Spinach leaves, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Low-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Flaxseed meal
- 2 pieces Green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Carom seeds (ajwain)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil or heart-healthy oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, finely chopped spinach, yogurt, flaxseed meal, green chilies, cumin seeds, carom seeds, and salt.
Mix the ingredients together, gradually adding water as needed to form a soft and pliable dough. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is smooth.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. This resting period will make the parathas softer.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
Flatten each ball slightly, and using a rolling pin, roll out each portion into a circle approximately 6-7 inches in diameter. Use a light dusting of flour if the dough is sticky.
Heat a non-stick skillet or tava over medium heat. Once hot, place one rolled paratha on the skillet.
Allow it to cook for about a minute and a half or until small bubbles start forming on the surface.
Flip the paratha and lightly brush it with a little olive oil or heart-healthy oil.
Press gently with a spatula, allowing the paratha to puff up. Cook for an additional minute or until both sides are golden brown.
Remove the paratha from the skillet and keep it warm in a clean cloth. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
Serve the heart-healthy parathas with a side of low-fat yogurt or your favorite chutney for a wholesome meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2533 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.9 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.1 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1875 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
