Low Fat Samsa

Elevate your snack or appetizer game with this delicious, guilt-free recipe for Low Fat Samsa! These golden, flaky pastries are made with a light, homemade yogurt-based dough and stuffed with a flavorful filling of lean ground chicken, sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of warm cumin. Perfectly seasoned and baked to crispy perfection, these samsas offer all the savory goodness of traditional samsa but with a healthier twist. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prep, gatherings, or as a family-friendly midweek treat. Serve them warm and let the irresistible aroma and taste impress everyone at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Low-fat plain yogurt
• 60 milliliters Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 200 grams Lean ground chicken
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
• 1 large Egg for egg wash

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center.

Step 2

Add the yogurt and water into the well and mix with a spoon until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover the dough with a damp kitchen towel and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, then add the ground chicken, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped parsley and remove from heat, allowing the filling to cool slightly.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

Once the dough has rested, divide it into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

Step 9

On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a circle about 15 cm in diameter.

Step 10

Place approximately 2 tablespoons of the chicken filling in the center of each dough circle.

Step 11

Fold the sides of the circle over the filling to form a triangular shape, pinching the edges to seal.

Step 12

Place the samsas on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 13

Lightly beat the egg and brush it over each samsa for an egg wash.

Step 14

Bake the samsas in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Step 15

Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(821.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1645.8

Total Fat 52.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 363.7mg	0%
Sodium 2667.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 74.5g	0%

Vitamin D 92.8IU	0%
Calcium 350.7mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1342.8mg	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: 29.3%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 52.4%