Mooli Palak Paratha, Radish Spinach Paratha recipe makes 8 parathas of 53 grams each.

145 calories for 1 paratha of Mooli Palak Paratha, Radish Spinach Paratha, Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrates 17.7g, Protein 3g, Fat 7g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Mooli Palak Paratha, Radish Spinach Paratha.

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mooli palak paratha recipe | radish spinach paratha | healthy mooli palak paratha for weight loss is a satiating one dish meal in itself. Learn how to make radish spinach paratha.

To make mooli palak paratha, for the dough combine the spinach, lemon juice and 1 tbsp of water and blend in a mixer to a smooth paste. Transfer the paste into a bowl, add all the remaining ingredients and knead into a semi-soft dough using enough water. Cover and keep aside for 10 minutes. For the stuffing, sprinkle a little salt over the radish and keep aside for 10 to 15 minutes. Squeeze out all the water and discard it. Add the coriander and green chillies and mix well. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll a portion into a 150 mm. (6”) diameter roti using a little whole wheat flour for rolling. Place a portion of the stuffing in the centre, bring all the sides together in the centre and seal it tightly. Again roll into a 150 mm. (6") diameter circle, using a little whole wheat flour for rolling. Heat a non-stick tava (griddle) and cook the paratha, using a little oil, till it turns golden brown in colour from both sides. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to make 7 more parathas. Serve hot. 

The radish spinach paratha is different in every way. Spinach is used in the dough, while the radish is made into a flavourful stuffing. As a variation, instead of making routine stuffed parathas here the radish mix is spread on a cooked paratha, which is then folded in half to make a crescent-shaped delight.

Typically, the radish spinach parathas are made with equal quantities of wheat flour and maida, but here we have made healthy mooli palak paratha for weight loss to make them more nutritious. Wheat flour adds fibre which helps in weight loss and also controls blood cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

Spinach and mooli both are quite nourishing. It abounds in iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, fibre and antioxidants which can boost overall health. Mooli palak paratha can be enjoyed as it is without any accompaniment.

Tips for mooli palak paratha. 1. You may need very little water to knead the dough because of the use of spinach puree. So be careful while adding water to make a semi-stiff dough. 2. Sprinkling salt over radish and squeezing out its water is important to get rid of its raw taste. So do not miss out on this step. 3. Rolling these parathas is slightly an art. You need to roll them with minimal pressure.

Is Mooli Palak Paratha healthy?

Yes, good for all.

What's good ?

Spinach, baby spinach (Palak) : Spinach is one of the richest plant sources of Iron and it should be part of a healthy diet for everyone.  Raw spinach has 25% having soluble fiber and 75% insoluble fibre. Spinach is good for the heart, diabetics and eyes. Read this on the 17 benefits of spinach and why you should eat it. 

Mooli (Radish) : Radish has many heart protective nutrients like Vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, potassium and flavonoids. They are an amazing source of fibre which helps in lowering cholesterol levels. The vitamin C in radishes is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory which can help arthritis patients. Potassium from radish can help lower your risk of kidney stones. See detailed benefits of radish.

Whole Wheat flour (gehun ka atta)  : Whole wheat flour is excellent for diabetics as they will not shoot up your blood sugar levels as they are a low GI food.  Whole wheat flour is rich in Phosphorus which is a major mineral which works closely with calcium to build our bones. Vitamin B9 helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially increase red blood cells. See detailed 11 benefits of whole wheat flour and why it's good for you.

Coriander (kothmir, dhania) : Coriander is a fresh herb often used as a flavour enhancer in Indian cooking. It is mainly used as a garnish. This is the best way to use it - no cooking. This preserves its vitamin C content which helps to build our immunity and bring that sparkle to the skin. The antioxidants vitamin A, vitamin C and the quercetin present in coriander works towards strengthening our immune system. Coriander is a fairly good source of iron and folate – the 2 nutrients which help in the production and maintenance of red blood cells in our blood. Good for reducing cholesterol and good for diabetics. Read 9 benefits of coriander to understand details. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and overweight individuals have Mooli Palak Paratha ?

Yes, this recipe is good for diabetics, heart and weight loss. Whole wheat flour is excellent for diabetics as they will not shoot up your blood sugar levels as they are a low GI food.  Whole wheat flour is rich in Phosphorus which is a major mineral which works closely with calcium to build our bones. Vitamin B9 helps your body to produce and maintain new cells, especially increase red blood cells.

Can healthy individuals have Mooli Palak Paratha ?

Yes.

What is a healthy accompaniment to this paratha?

We suggest you pair it with homemade curds using cows milk or low fat curds or a low fat cucumber raita. 

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