Low Fat Paruppu Vada

Savor the guilt-free pleasure of "Low Fat Paruppu Vada," a wholesome twist on a beloved South Indian classic. These savory lentil fritters are made with protein-packed yellow split peas (chana dal) and a medley of aromatic ingredients like fresh curry leaves, coriander, ginger, and fennel seeds, delivering bold flavors with every bite. Unlike the traditional deep-fried version, this recipe uses an innovative baking technique, lightly sprayed with oil, to achieve that perfect golden crispiness without the extra fat. Ready in just 15 minutes after prep, these baked paruppu vadas are ideal for snacking or serving as an appetizer alongside coconut chutney or tangy sambar. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, these vadas are a delicious way to enjoy a low-fat, plant-based treat that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow split peas (chana dal)
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 pieces Green chilies
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 6 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
• 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0 Oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the yellow split peas (chana dal) under running water and soak them in water for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Step 2

After soaking, drain the water completely. Add half of the soaked dal to a food processor and grind to a coarse paste without adding any water.

Step 3

Chop the onion, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, and coriander leaves finely.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the coarse dal paste with the remaining whole soaked dal.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, coriander leaves, fennel seeds, salt, and baking soda to the mixing bowl. Mix well to form a homogenous mixture.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 7

Divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into flat discs of about 2 inches in diameter and place them on the baking tray.

Step 8

Lightly spray the vada discs with oil spray to ensure even browning.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through the baking time.

Step 10

Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(412.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	809.9

Total Fat 4.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2720.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 192.7mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2464.6mg	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: 4.5%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 69.2%