High Protein Moong Dal Cheela

Transform your breakfast or snack time with this *High Protein Moong Dal Cheela*, a delicious and nutrient-packed Indian pancake that’s as healthy as it is flavorful. Made from protein-rich split yellow moong dal, this cheela batter is enhanced with ginger, green chili, and aromatic spices like cumin and turmeric for a warm, earthy flavor. Bursting with finely chopped veggies such as onions, bell peppers, and carrots, it’s a colorful, wholesome meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weight-watchers or anyone seeking a balanced, gluten-free option, this crispy, golden pancake pairs beautifully with mint chutney or a dollop of yogurt. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast or a high-protein, vegetarian snack, this cheela is sure to impress both your palate and your health-conscious side.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Split yellow moong dal
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 1 unit Green chili
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
• 0.5 cup Onion
• 0.5 cup Bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Carrot
• 2 tablespoons Oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the moong dal under running water until the water runs clear. Soak it in water for 4 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Drain the soaked dal and add it to a blender. Add the water, ginger, green chili, salt, turmeric, and cumin seeds.

Step 3

Blend until you get a smooth batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.

Step 4

Pour the batter into a mixing bowl. Add finely chopped coriander leaves, onions, bell peppers, and carrots. Stir well.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.

Step 6

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it evenly to form a thin pancake.

Step 7

Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom turns golden brown.

Step 8

Flip the cheela and cook on the other side for another 2 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 10

Serve hot with mint chutney or yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	652.5 grams (652.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1058

Total Fat 31.50g	40%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1275mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 145.60g	53%
Dietary Fiber 22.90g	82%
Total Sugars 10.90g
Protein 52.80g	106%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282mg	22%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 3182mg	68%

*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: 26.3%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 54.1%