Low Fat Veggie Pakora

Crispy, flavorful, and guilt-free, these Low Fat Veggie Pakoras are a healthier twist on a beloved Indian snack! Perfectly spiced with cumin, turmeric, and a hint of chili, these baked pakoras are packed with vibrant vegetables like carrot, zucchini, spinach, and onion, making them a nutrient-rich and satisfying treat. The batter, made with chickpea flour and a touch of rice flour, creates a light and slightly crunchy texture without the need for deep frying. Oven-baked to golden perfection with a gentle spray of non-stick cooking oil, these vegan and low-fat pakoras are ideal as an appetizer or snack, especially when paired with refreshing mint chutney or cooling yogurt dip. Ready in just under 45 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for those craving wholesome, crispy bites without the extra calories!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.75 cup Water
• 1 Carrot (grated)
• 1 Zucchini (grated and squeezed to remove excess water)
• 1 medium Onion (finely sliced)
• 1 cup Spinach leaves (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 0 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, cumin seeds, ground turmeric, red chili powder, salt, and baking powder.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the dry mixture, whisking until you have a smooth, thick, and slightly sticky batter. Adjust the water as needed to achieve the right consistency.

Step 4

Fold in the grated carrot, grated zucchini (squeezed to remove water), sliced onion, chopped spinach leaves, chopped cilantro, and grated ginger. Mix well to coat all the vegetables in the batter.

Step 5

Using a spoon or your hands, scoop small portions of the batter-coated vegetables and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between each pakora.

Step 6

Lightly spray the top of the pakoras with non-stick cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the pakoras are golden and slightly crisp around the edges.

Step 8

Serve your low-fat veggie pakoras warm with mint chutney or a side of yogurt dip for a refreshing touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(752.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	713.2

Total Fat 10.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2808.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 36.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247.6mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2313.0mg	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: 13.0%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 67.3%