Low Fat Pav Bhaji

Indulge guilt-free in the flavors of Mumbai with this irresistibly delicious Low Fat Pav Bhaji! This lighter take on the iconic Indian street food swaps heavy butter for a mere two teaspoons of oil, without compromising on its signature spicy and tangy flavor. Packed with a medley of wholesome vegetables like potatoes, cauliflower, green peas, and carrots, the bhaji is perfectly spiced with turmeric, red chili powder, and authentic pav bhaji masala. Served with toasted whole wheat pav buns, this dish is not only satisfying but also heart-healthy. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy, low-fat pav bhaji is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or a comforting weekend meal with friends. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon for that bright, zesty finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 cup Cauliflower
• 0.5 cup Green peas
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 large Onion
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Pav Bhaji masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Oil
• 8 pieces Whole wheat pav buns
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro
• 1 medium Lemon
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the potatoes, then dice them into small cubes.

Step 2

Chop the cauliflower, carrot, and green bell pepper into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large pot, add the diced potatoes, cauliflower, green peas, carrot, and two cups of water.

Step 4

Cover and cook on medium heat until all the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Drain and lightly mash the cooked vegetables using a potato masher. Set aside.

Step 6

Finely chop the onion and tomatoes separately.

Step 7

In a large non-stick pan, heat two teaspoons of oil on medium heat.

Step 8

Add the chopped onion and sauté until they become translucent.

Step 9

Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another two minutes until the raw aroma dissipates.

Step 10

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil begins to separate, about 5 minutes.

Step 11

Mix in pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for another two minutes.

Step 12

Add the mashed vegetable mixture to the pan and mix well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 13

Cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water if needed to reach the desired consistency.

Step 14

For garnishing, sprinkle chopped cilantro over the bhaji.

Step 15

Toast whole wheat pav buns on a hot griddle or tawa until they are light brown using minimal oil if needed.

Step 16

Serve the bhaji hot with toasted pav buns, garnished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2427.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1836.8

Total Fat 31.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4558.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 347.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.1g	0%
Total Sugars 56.8g
Protein 59.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 478.4mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 5154.7mg	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: 15.0%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 72.6%