Low Fat Oats Chilla

Whip up a nutritious and flavorful breakfast with this Low Fat Oats Chilla recipe—a high-protein, fiber-packed twist on traditional Indian pancakes. Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chickpea flour, and low-fat yogurt, this recipe is perfect for health-conscious eaters looking for a quick and satisfying meal. Infused with aromatic cumin seeds, turmeric, and a kick of chili, each chilla is loaded with finely chopped veggies like onions, tomatoes, and green chilies for a fresh burst of flavor. This guilt-free dish is pan-cooked with minimal oil and ready in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings or light dinners. Pair it with a dollop of yogurt or zesty green chutney for a deliciously balanced meal that’s as healthy as it is hearty.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 0.5 cup Low-fat yogurt
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Tomato, finely chopped
• 1 small Green chili, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil or any cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Start by grinding the rolled oats in a blender to make a fine flour-like consistency.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats flour, chickpea flour, and low-fat yogurt. Gradually add water and mix well to form a smooth batter. Ensure there are no lumps.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander leaves to the batter.

Step 4

Season the batter with cumin seeds, turmeric powder, salt, and red chili powder. Mix everything well.

Step 5

Let the batter sit for about 5 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld together.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with olive oil or spray cooking oil.

Step 7

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it in a circular motion to form a chilla (pancake-like shape).

Step 8

Cook the chilla on medium heat until the edges begin to lift slightly, which should take about 3 to 4 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully flip the chilla using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the pan and repeat the process with the remaining batter. Adjust the oil or cooking spray as needed.

Step 11

Serve hot, optionally with a side of low-fat yogurt or green chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(642.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	760.2

Total Fat 17.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 8.1mg	0%
Sodium 1333.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 68.5IU	0%
Calcium 379.8mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 1730.1mg	0%

*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: 20.0%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 60.6%