🌸 Why Moms Love It:
Tired? Low on iron? This vibrant beetroot paratha is here to save your day. Soft, colourful, and packed with natural nutrients, it pairs beautifully with a refreshing mint curd dip. Great for breakfast, tiffin, or even a mood-lifting dinner.
Yields:
2 – 3 Servings
Prep time:
15 mins
Total time:
20 mins
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Paratha:
- 1 medium beetroot (peeled & grated)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
- Water as needed
- Optional: green chilli paste or crushed garlic (1 tsp)
- Ghee or oil for roasting (can skip for oil-free version)
For the Mint Curd Dip:
- ½ cup thick curd or hung curd
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves (finely chopped or crushed)
- A pinch of black salt
- Optional: roasted jeera powder
🥄 Method:
1. Make the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, grated beetroot, ajwain, cumin powder, and salt.
- Knead into a soft dough using water as needed. Rest for 10–15 mins.
2. Prepare the Dip:
- Whisk curd until smooth.
- Add mint leaves, black salt, and cumin powder. Chill until serving.
3. Roll & Roast Parathas:
- Divide dough into balls. Roll into medium-thick parathas.
- Roast on a hot tawa using minimal ghee or without oil for a healthier version.
- Cook both sides until golden with beetroot’s deep pink hues shining through.
💚 Health Benefits:
- 🩸 Iron Boost from beetroot
- 🦴 Calcium + Probiotics from curd
- 🤱 Postpartum-Friendly & energizing
- 🌱 No Maida, no artificial colour — all-natural