Heart-Healthy Veggie Samosa
Discover a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic with our Heart-Healthy Veggie Samosa recipe! Crafted with whole wheat flour and a lighter olive oil-based dough, these baked samosas pack all the flavorful goodness without the heavy frying. Each pocket is brimming with a vibrant medley of nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, carrots, green peas, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric—all sautéed with low-sodium vegetable broth for a health-conscious approach. Perfect as an appetizer or light snack, these golden-brown delights pair beautifully with mint chutney or a squeeze of fresh lemon. Ready in under an hour and serving up wholesome satisfaction, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking both flavor and wellness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 medium Sweet potato
- 0.5 cup Green peas (frozen or fresh)
- 1 medium Carrot
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium vegetable broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
To prepare the dough, combine the whole wheat flour and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Gradually add olive oil and rub it into the flour with your fingers until it resembles breadcrumbs.
Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and knead into a smooth dough. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest while you prepare the filling.
For the filling, peel and dice the sweet potato and carrot into small cubes. Mince the garlic and ginger. Chop the fresh cilantro finely.
In a nonstick skillet, heat the low-sodium vegetable broth over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the diced sweet potato and carrot to the skillet, stirring to coat with the spices. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Mix in the green peas, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and black pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 more minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and fresh cilantro.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle, about 6 inches in diameter. Cut each circle in half to form two semicircles.
Shape each semicircle into a cone by folding it in half and sealing the straight edge with a drop of water. Fill each cone with 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable filling, then pinch and seal the open edge to form a triangular samosa shape.
Place the samosas on the prepared baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil for a golden finish.
Bake the samosas in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crisp and golden brown.
Remove the samosas from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with a side of mint chutney or a squeeze of lemon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 323 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.7 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.1 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 31.7 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1552 mg | 33% | |
*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.
