Nutrition Facts for Heart-healthy besan cheela

Heart-Healthy Besan Cheela

Start your day with a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic favorite—Heart-Healthy Besan Cheela! This protein-packed chickpea flour pancake is infused with vibrant vegetables like spinach, carrot, and tomato, along with warming spices like turmeric and cumin for a burst of flavor. Perfect for breakfast or a light meal, this wholesome recipe is low in fat and uses heart-friendly olive oil. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and ready in under 35, it's a time-saving, guilt-free option the whole family will love. Pair it with a refreshing coriander-mint chutney or a dollop of low-fat yogurt for a balanced, satisfying meal. Whether you're aiming for clean eating, boosting your heart health, or simply craving something tasty, this besan cheela is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Besan (Chickpea flour)
  • 0.75 cup Water
  • 1 medium Tomato (finely chopped)
  • 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 small Green chili (finely chopped)
  • 0.25 cup Coriander leaves (cilantro, finely chopped)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Olive oil
  • 0.5 cup Carrot (grated)
  • 0.5 cup Spinach (finely chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of besan (chickpea flour) and gradually mix in 0.75 cups of water to form a smooth batter without any lumps.

Step 2

Add to the batter the finely chopped tomato, onion, green chili, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, grated ginger, carrot, spinach, and salt. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly to combine.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick pan or skillet on medium heat and add 0.5 teaspoon of olive oil. Spread the oil evenly using a brush or a tissue.

Step 4

Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the hot pan and spread it gently with the back of the ladle to form a 6-inch diameter circle.

Step 5

Cook the cheela on medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes or until the edges begin to lift, and bubbles appear on the surface. Drizzle a few drops of olive oil around the edges.

Step 6

Gently flip the cheela using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until it is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining batter, ensuring to add a few drops of olive oil to the pan each time to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Serve the besan cheela hot with low-fat yogurt or a coriander-mint chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 767.4 grams (767.4g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 859
Total Fat 37.10g 48%
Saturated Fat 5.20g 26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1394mg 61%
Total Carbohydrate 100.60g 37%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g 80%
Total Sugars 25.60g
Protein 32.40g 65%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 218mg 17%
Iron 10mg 56%
Potassium 2252mg 48%
*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.6%
Protein: 15.0%
Carbs: 46.5%