Heart-Healthy Vegetable Pakora
Add a nutritious twist to a classic favorite with this Heart-Healthy Vegetable Pakora recipe! Perfectly spiced and baked instead of fried, these crispy bites are packed with vibrant veggies like spinach, carrot, and onion, all coated in a wholesome chickpea flour batter seasoned with warming spices like cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder. Incorporating olive oil for a light crisp, these guilt-free pakoras are ideal for snacking or as a flavorful appetizer. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and a perfect option for anyone seeking a healthier spin on Indian street food. Serve them warm with mint chutney or yogurt for a satisfying, nourishing treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)
- 1 cup Spinach
- 0.5 cup Carrot, grated
- 0.5 cup Onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece Green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.75 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, ground cumin, turmeric powder, red chili powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking until you form a smooth, thick batter with no lumps.
Fold the spinach, grated carrot, sliced onion, chopped cilantro, and green chili (if using) into the batter. Mix until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Using a tablespoon, scoop small portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each pakora.
Lightly brush or spray the tops of the pakoras with olive oil to encourage crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm with a side of mint chutney or plain yogurt for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1625 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.5 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*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.
