Low Fat Savory Meat Pastry

Satisfy your cravings guilt-free with this Low Fat Savory Meat Pastry—a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food! Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, the golden, flaky crust is enriched with low-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter, healthier base. The filling is a flavorful medley of lean ground turkey, tender vegetables like grated carrot and peas, and aromatic spices including cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, all simmered in a rich, cornstarch-thickened broth. These hand-held pastries are easy to bake, impressively nutritious, and perfect for meal prepping or serving as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe combines hearty flavors with minimal fat—your next favorite baked indulgence awaits!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 small, grated carrot
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 large, beaten egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the low-fat Greek yogurt to the flour mixture and stir until a dough starts to form. Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and knead until the dough is smooth. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 4

In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the grated carrot, frozen peas, ground cumin, ground coriander, and smoked paprika. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet and simmer until the liquid has thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 8

Divide the chilled dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.

Step 9

Place a couple of tablespoons of the meat mixture onto one half of each dough circle. Fold the other half over the filling and press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Step 10

Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with beaten egg.

Step 11

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffy.

Step 12

Allow the pastries to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1390.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1945.2

Total Fat 50.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 565.6mg	0%
Sodium 2172.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.8g
Protein 149.9g	0%

Vitamin D 119.9IU	0%
Calcium 456.4mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 2791.6mg	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: 22.5%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 48.1%