Heart-Healthy Cocktail Samosa

Elevate your snack game with these *Heart-Healthy Cocktail Samosas*! Perfectly flaky yet guilt-free, these baked samosas feature a whole wheat phyllo pastry shell and a nutrient-packed filling of protein-rich quinoa, mashed chickpeas, and vibrant veggies like carrots, spinach, and green peas. Aromatic spices such as cumin, turmeric, and garam masala lend a delightful Indian-inspired flavor, while a hint of lemon and fresh cilantro add a zesty finish. Instead of deep frying, these samosas are lightly sprayed with olive oil and baked to golden perfection, making them a wholesome, low-fat option for any gathering. Ideal as an appetizer or party snack, serve them warm with your favorite chutneys or yogurt dip for a crowd-pleasing treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Whole wheat phyllo pastry
• 1 bottle Olive oil spray
• 0.5 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Water
• 1 medium, grated Carrot
• 0.5 cup, frozen Green peas
• 1 cup, chopped Spinach
• 0.5 cup, cooked and mashed Chickpeas
• 1 small, finely chopped Onion
• 1 teaspoon, grated Ginger
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil and add the quinoa. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add cumin seeds and dry roast until fragrant. Add chopped onion, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.

Step 3

3. Add grated carrot, green peas, and chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Step 4

4. Stir in the cooked quinoa and mashed chickpeas. Add turmeric powder, garam masala, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 5

5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in lemon juice and fresh cilantro. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 6

6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

7. Take a sheet of whole wheat phyllo pastry and spray lightly with olive oil spray. Fold the sheet lengthwise into thirds to create a long strip.

Step 8

8. Place a tablespoon of the filling at one end of the strip, fold one corner over the filling to form a triangle, continue folding along the strip maintaining the triangular shape.

Step 9

9. Place the prepared samosas on the baking sheet and lightly spray the tops with olive oil.

Step 10

10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the samosas are golden brown and crisp.

Step 11

11. Serve warm with your choice of chutneys or yogurt dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1323.2 grams (1323.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3250

Total Fat 259.20g	332%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2470mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 253.00g	92%
Dietary Fiber 29.90g	107%
Total Sugars 17.40g
Protein 53.70g	107%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 1464mg	31%

*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: 65.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 28.4%