Tips Of The Day

Dietician Sheela Sherawat

Oats Roti

Oats are a rich source of soluble fibre 'Beta-glucan', which is a potent cholesterol-lowering agent. Serve these rotis hot with fresh low fat curds (dahi) for a really healthy treat.

Preparation Time: 5 mins.

Cooking Time: 20 mins.

Makes 6 rotis.

Ingredients

1 cup whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta)

1/2 cup quick cooking rolled oats

1/2 tsp finely chopped green chillies

1/4 cup chopped onions
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)

3/4 tsp salt

2 tsp oil

Other ingredients

whole wheat flour (gehun ka atta) for rolling

To serve
fresh low fat curds (dahi)

Method
1. Combine all the ingredients and knead into stiff dough using a little water.
2. Cover and keep aside for 20 minutes.
3. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Shape into round balls and roll each ball into 125 mm. (5") diameter rounds using little flour.
4. Cook on a tava (griddle) on both sides till brown spots appear.
5. Serve hot with fresh low fat curds.

Nutrient values per roti
Energy: 103 kcal.
Fat: 2.3 gm.
Fibre: 0.6 gm.
Carbohydrates: 17.0 gm.
Cholesterol
Protein