High Protein Vegetable Cutlet

Packed with plant-based protein and brimming with vibrant flavors, these High Protein Vegetable Cutlets are a wholesome twist on the classic snack. This recipe combines nutrient-dense ingredients like mashed chickpeas, steamed green peas, spinach, grated carrots, and protein-rich quinoa, bound together with chickpea flour for an extra boost. Spiced with ginger-garlic, cumin, and chaat masala, these cutlets are pan-fried to golden perfection, delivering a crisp exterior and tender, flavorful center. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re perfect as a healthy appetizer, a kid-friendly snack, or a protein-rich addition to your lunchbox. Serve them warm with mint chutney or a dollop of yogurt for a guilt-free treat that’s both nutritious and delicious. Keywords: high-protein cutlets, vegetable cutlets, healthy snacks, plant-based recipes, quinoa recipes, chickpea recipes, vegan cutlets.

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Boiled chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Green peas (steamed)
• 0.5 cup Grated carrot
• 1 cup Finely chopped spinach
• 0.5 cup Cooked quinoa
• 0.25 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon Chopped green chili (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil for pan-frying

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, mash the boiled chickpeas and green peas using a fork or potato masher until they form a coarse mixture.

Step 2

Add the grated carrot, chopped spinach, and cooked quinoa to the bowl and mix well.

Step 3

Sprinkle chickpea flour over the mixture and stir well to bind the ingredients together.

Step 4

Season the mixture with ginger-garlic paste, chopped green chili (optional), cumin powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, and salt. Mix until evenly incorporated.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape each into small round or oval cutlets, about 3 inches wide and 0.5 inches thick.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil.

Step 7

Place the cutlets on the skillet in batches and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 8

Remove the cutlets from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the cutlets hot with mint chutney, yogurt, or ketchup as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	602.7 grams (602.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	963

Total Fat 38.50g	49%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1463mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 124.00g	45%
Dietary Fiber 32.00g	114%
Total Sugars 23.90g
Protein 38.40g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274mg	21%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1948mg	41%

*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: 34.8%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 49.8%