Winter Weight-Loss Hack: Crispy Mooli Paratha That Keeps You Full & Slim
Low-calorie, high-fibre radish paratha that tastes indulgent but helps you lose weight.
As winter fog rolls in and cravings for hot, buttery parathas skyrocket, most people assume weight loss has to take a backseat. Not anymore. Mooli (radish) paratha — a seasonal North Indian favourite — is naturally low in calories, packed with water and fibre, and becomes a powerful weight-loss ally when made with a few smart tweaks. Unlike aloo or gobhi paratha loaded with ghee, this version satisfies your soul without expanding your waistline.
Radish shines in winter for good reason: it’s rich in vitamin C for immunity, natural enzymes for digestion, and compounds that support liver detox and cholesterol control. Its high water content hydrates skin from within while the fibre keeps you full for hours, reducing mindless snacking — the biggest enemy of winter weight gain.
Here’s how to make it genuinely weight-loss friendly without losing the flavour:
- Swap regular atta with multigrain, jowar, or a 50:50 mix of whole-wheat + oats flour for extra fibre that stays with you longer.
- Squeeze out every drop of water from grated radish (save it to knead the dough — zero waste, extra nutrients!).
- Boost the stuffing with chopped spinach, methi, or grated carrot for volume and micronutrients without extra calories.
- Cook on a good non-stick tawa using just a few drops of oil or ghee brushed with a silicone brush.
Step-by-step recipe (makes 6–8 parathas):
- Dough: 1½ cups multigrain/whole-wheat flour + pinch of salt + 1 tsp oil + radish-squeezed water + normal water → knead into soft dough. Rest 15 mins.
- Filling: 2 large radishes (grated & squeezed) + 2 green chillies + 1-inch ginger + handful coriander + ½ tsp ajwain + ½ tsp cumin + ½ tsp red chilli + ¼ tsp garam masala + salt. Mix well (taste and adjust — it should be slightly salty/spicy as it mellows after cooking).
- Roll a dough ball, make a small puri, place 2 tbsp filling, seal like a money bag, dust with dry flour and gently roll into 7–8 inch paratha.
- Cook on hot tawa till bubbles appear, flip, brush minimal oil/ghee, flip again, cook till golden spots appear on both sides.
- Serve piping hot with plain curd, hung curd dip, or a tiny dollop of white butter if you’re indulging.
One medium mooli paratha made this way clocks in at ≈120–140 calories (vs 250–300 for regular versions) and keeps you satisfied till lunch. Pair it with high-protein curd and you have a complete, comforting, weight-loss-friendly winter breakfast that actually helps you stay on track. Enjoy the season — without the guilt!
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