Palak Paratha

Palak Paratha is a delicious and nutritious Indian flatbread made with spinach, perfect for a low-carb breakfast. Packed with flavors and health benefits, it is a delightful way to start your day.

Ingredients

• Spinach - 200 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Psyllium husk - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 100-150 ml (as needed)
• Ghee or oil - for cooking

Steps

1. Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Drain and cool.
2. Once cooled, blend the spinach into a smooth paste using a little water if necessary.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, psyllium husk, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt.
4. Add the spinach paste to the dry ingredients and mix well. Gradually add water until a dough forms.
5. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it is smooth and pliable. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
7. Dust a clean surface with almond flour and roll out each ball into a flat circle, about 6-7 inches in diameter.
8. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little ghee or oil.
9. Cook each paratha for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown, adding more ghee or oil as needed.
10. Serve hot with yogurt or your favorite low-carb chutney.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from spinach, promoting eye health and immunity.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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