Spinach Methi Multigrain Paratha
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
This Spinach Methi Multigrain Paratha is DietGhar's high-fibre twist on the classic palak paratha. We combine iron-rich spinach with fenugreek leaves and a multigrain flour blend of whole wheat, oats, and bajra to create a soft, pliable dough that rolls beautifully and stays soft for hours. The result is a deeply green, nutrient-dense flatbread that keeps you full without spiking blood sugar.
Unlike traditional parathas that rely on heavy ghee layers, this version uses a light hand with fat and a clever folding technique that creates flaky layers with minimal oil. It is an ideal breakfast for anyone managing PCOS, insulin resistance, or simply looking for a wholesome start to the day.
Ingredients
How to Make It
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, ground oats, bajra flour, flaxseed powder, carom seeds, roasted cumin powder, turmeric, and salt.
Add the chopped spinach, methi leaves, green chilli, and grated ginger to the flour mixture. Rub the greens into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and the greens are well distributed.
Add the curd and 2 tsp oil. Mix well.
Add water a little at a time and knead into a soft, smooth, non-sticky dough. The dough should be pliable but not wet. Cover and rest for 15 minutes.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
Lightly dust a work surface with flour. Roll one ball into a thin circle of about 6 inches diameter.
Brush a few drops of ghee or oil on the surface. Fold the circle in half, brush again lightly, and fold into a quarter.
Dust with flour and gently roll the folded triangle into a medium-thick paratha, taking care not to press too hard so the layers stay intact.
Heat a tawa or griddle over medium-high heat. Place the paratha on the hot tawa.
Cook for about 1 minute until small bubbles appear and the base is lightly golden. Flip.
Drizzle 1 tsp ghee or oil around the edges and on top. Press gently with a spatula to help the paratha cook evenly and puff up slightly.
Flip again and cook until both sides are golden brown and crisp with visible layers.
Repeat with the remaining dough portions. Wipe the tawa with a kitchen towel between parathas if needed.
Serve hot with chilled curd, mint chutney, or a bowl of dal for a complete meal.
Nutrition per serving
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Blood sugar friendly: The combination of bajra, oats, and flaxseed adds soluble fibre that slows glucose absorption, making this paratha a smart choice for PCOS and diabetes management.
Iron and folate boost: Spinach and methi are excellent plant sources of iron and folate, supporting healthy haemoglobin levels and energy production.
Gut health: The high fibre content from multigrain flours and leafy greens feeds beneficial gut bacteria and promotes regular bowel movements.
Sustained satiety: Protein from curd and flaxseed plus fibre from greens keeps hunger pangs away for 3 to 4 hours, aiding weight management.
Pro Tips
- →Do not add extra water while kneading if the spinach releases moisture; adjust flour gradually.
- →Resting the dough for 15 minutes makes rolling easier and improves texture.
- →Use a non-stick tawa to reduce the amount of ghee needed for roasting.
- →If the dough feels sticky, add a tablespoon of oats flour rather than whole wheat flour.
- →For a softer paratha, roll slightly thicker and cook on medium heat instead of high heat.
- →Stack cooked parathas in a hot casserole if serving later; they stay soft for 4 to 5 hours.
Variations
- 1Replace spinach with grated bottle gourd (lauki) for a milder, cooling version.
- 2Add 2 tbsp of grated paneer to the dough for extra protein, ideal for post-pregnancy recovery.
- 3Use amaranth (rajgira) flour instead of bajra for a gluten-free-friendly option during fasting.
- 4Add a pinch of black pepper and dried oregano for a fusion masala paratha.
- 5For a kid-friendly version, skip the green chilli and add a tablespoon of grated carrot for natural sweetness.
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