pinach & Lentil Stuffed Flatbread (Healthy Gözleme-Style Paratha) Recipe Description

This delicious flatbread is stuffed with a flavorful mixture of spinach, cooked lentils, herbs, and spices. It’s pan-toasted until golden and crispy on the outside while staying soft and savory on the inside. Packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and nutrients, it’s a wholesome, satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

🥣 Ingredients
For the Dough

2 cups whole wheat flour

2 tbsp olive oil (or any cooking oil)

½ tsp salt

Water as needed (about ½ cup)

For the Filling

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

1 cup cooked lentils (brown or green)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp cumin powder

½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

¼ tsp turmeric

½ tsp black pepper

Salt to taste

Fresh coriander or parsley (optional)

For Serving

Yogurt dip, garlic yogurt, or mint raita

🔪 Instructions

  1. Make the Dough

Mix flour and salt.

Add oil and mix.

Add just enough water to form a soft dough.

Cover and rest for 20 minutes.

  1. Prepare the Filling

Heat oil in a pan.

Add onions and sauté until soft.

Add garlic and spices.

Add spinach and cook until wilted.

Add cooked lentils and mix well.

Cook until moisture evaporates; cool completely.

  1. Assemble the Flatbreads

Divide dough into medium-sized balls.

Roll each ball into a thin circle.

Add filling to one half and fold over OR roll two thin sheets and sandwich the filling.

Seal edges well.

  1. Cook

Heat a pan or skillet.

Cook each stuffed flatbread on medium heat.

Apply a little oil and cook until golden on both sides.

  1. Serve

Cut into slices and serve hot with yogurt dip.

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