Healthy Multigrain Paratha Recipe | Stuffed Low-Calorie Indian Flatbread

🫓 Stuffed Multigrain Paratha – Low-Calorie, High-Fiber Desi Delight

🌟 Introduction: Taste Meets Wellness

Let’s face it: the word paratha instantly brings to mind warm, crispy layers of dough drenched in ghee and stuffed with spicy fillings. It’s hearty, comforting, and unapologetically desi.

But if you’re someone who’s:

  • Watching their calorie intake

  • Trying to eat more fiber

  • Managing PCOS, cholesterol, or diabetes

  • Or simply following a mindful eating plan...

You may have said goodbye to parathas a while ago.

Well, it’s time to bring them back—better than ever.

This reinvented stuffed multigrain paratha is a nutrient-dense, low-fat, high-fiber twist on a traditional favorite that lets you enjoy the same taste with none of the guilt.


🧾 What Makes This Version Healthy?

  • Multigrain flour = More fiber, minerals, slower digestion

  • 🥬 Stuffed with veggies = Fewer carbs, more antioxidants

  • 🫒 Minimal oil/ghee = Heart-healthy approach

  • 🧘 Light on the stomach = Gut-friendly, diabetic-safe

Let’s jump into this delicious, easy-to-make recipe that’s great for breakfast, lunch, or even a 4 pm craving fix.


🛒 Ingredients (Makes 4 Medium Parathas)

🌾 For the Multigrain Dough:

  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

  • 1/4 cup ragi (finger millet) flour

  • 1/4 cup jowar (sorghum) flour

  • 1 tbsp oats flour (optional, finely ground oats)

  • Salt to taste

  • 1/2 tsp ajwain (carom seeds) – helps digestion

  • Warm water to knead

  • 1 tsp cold-pressed oil or ghee (optional)

🥕 For the Filling (Customizable):

  • 1/2 cup grated bottle gourd (lauki) OR carrot

  • 1/4 cup chopped methi or spinach

  • 1 finely chopped green chilli (optional)

  • 1/2 tsp ginger paste

  • 1/4 tsp turmeric

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

💡 Pro Tip: Squeeze grated veggies to remove excess water before mixing.


🍳 Preparation Method

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

  • Mix all the flours, salt, and ajwain in a wide bowl.

  • Add warm water gradually and knead into a soft dough.

  • Drizzle 1 tsp oil/ghee and knead again for 1 minute.

  • Cover with a damp cloth and rest for 15–20 mins.

2️⃣ Make the Filling

  • In a bowl, mix all veggies and spices.

  • Squeeze out excess moisture using a muslin cloth or clean hands.

  • Divide into 4 equal parts.

3️⃣ Assemble the Paratha

  • Divide dough into 4 balls.

  • Roll one ball into a 4-inch disc.

  • Place stuffing in the center, seal the edges carefully.

  • Roll gently into a flat circle (6–7 inches), dusting flour as needed.

4️⃣ Cook the Paratha

  • Heat a non-stick or cast-iron tawa on medium flame.

  • Place the paratha on the hot surface.

  • Flip after 30 seconds or when light bubbles appear.

  • Cook both sides till golden brown.

  • Lightly brush with ghee/oil (optional) or dry roast for ultra-low calorie version.


🔥 Nutritional Profile (Per Paratha)

NutrientApprox. Value
Calories180–200 kcal
Fiber6–8g
Protein5–7g
Fat4g (with ghee)
Glycemic IndexLow

🧠 Health Benefits Breakdown

  • Multigrain flour improves digestion, keeps you full longer

  • Bottle gourd is great for hydration, low in calories

  • Ajwain & ginger support metabolism and reduce bloating

  • No maida, no sugar, no deep frying


🫙 What to Serve With It?

  • A bowl of low-fat curd sprinkled with roasted jeera

  • Mint-coriander chutney for freshness

  • Homemade pickle (optional, minimal quantity)

  • A side of sliced cucumber or carrot salad

💡 Tip: Avoid sugary chai. Instead, pair with herbal tea or jeera water.


📦 Storage Tips

  • Dough stays fresh in fridge for up to 2 days

  • Stuffing can be prepared and refrigerated for 1 day

  • Cooked parathas can be frozen (wrap individually in foil)


💡 Variations You Can Try

  • 🥔 Use mashed sweet potato instead of lauki

  • 🧅 Add finely chopped onions or garlic for flavor boost

  • 🌶️ Spice it up with chili flakes or black salt

  • 🧄 Mix in roasted sesame seeds for crunch and calcium


📲 Social Media Caption Ideas

“Missing your mom’s paratha but watching your diet? Try this guilt-free multigrain version. Crisp. Healthy. Soulful.”
#HealthyParatha #MasalaMosaic #GuiltFreeIndianFood #StuffedFlatbread #FiberOnMyPlate


📈 Why This Recipe Will Go Viral

  • Easy to photograph and film (step-by-step)

  • Familiar but exciting ingredients

  • Great for reels, carousels, and Pinterest posts

  • Cross-niche: Fitness, Vegan, Desi, Budget-friendly


💬 Encourage Reader Engagement

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📢 Final Thoughts: A Taste of Home, the Healthy Way

Parathas don’t have to disappear from your plate just because you're eating clean.
They just need a mindful makeover.

This stuffed multigrain paratha proves that food can be:

  • Satisfying

  • Wholesome

  • and Still Very Indian

Whether you're on a wellness journey or simply love to try new flavors—this dish will give you the comfort of tradition and the energy of nutrition.

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