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Oats palak sprouts uttapam

Oats palak sprouts uttapam has 95 calories per serving (1 Medium Piece) — that's 234.9 calories per 100g. It provides 2.5g protein, 11.8g carbs, and 4.2g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 55), this recipe is suitable for diabetes management, heart health. The probiotic content supports gut health.

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Oats palak sprouts uttapam
  • Serving Size 1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories95.0 kcal
  • Carbs11.8 g (47.2 kcal)
  • Protein2.5 g (10.0 kcal)
  • Fats4.2 g (37.8 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Oats palak sprouts uttapam

  • Serving Size1 Medium Piece (40 g)
  • Calories95.0 kcal
  • Carbs11.8 g
  • Fiber1.9 g
  • Sugar0.4 g
  • Protein2.5 g
  • Fat4.2 g
  • Saturated fat0.9 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat1.5 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.4 g
  • Cholesterol0.4 mg
  • Sodium141.9 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories234.9 kcal
  • Carbs29.2 g
  • Fiber4.8 g
  • Sugar1.1 g
  • Protein6.2 g
  • Fat10.4 g
  • Cholesterol1.1 mg
  • Sodium350.9 mg

1 serving = 40.4g

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serves: 9 persons

Ingredients

Raw oats
100 Grams
Sprouts
50 Grams
Wheat semolina
50 Grams
Spinach
50 Grams
Rice bran oil
6 Tea Spoon
Salt
2.5 Grams
Water
50 Milliliter
Curd
2 Table Spoon
Red chilli powder
2.5 Grams
Baking soda
1 Grams

Instructions

1
Grind the oats flour
Take oats in a mixer or grinder and grind to a fine powder.
2
Make the batter
Blanch the spinach, drain the water & make a smooth puree of it. Mix the oats flour, semolina, baking soda, curd, salt, pureed spinach in a bowl along with water to get a smooth semi-thick batter. Rest the batter for half an hour Add salt to it & red chili powder mix lightly.
3
Cook the uttapam
Heat oil in a non-stick pan & pour little batter over it & spread evenly to make a thin uttapam. Place a teaspoon of sprouts and cook them well. Once it is golden brown from one side, flip to the other side to cook.
4
Serve hot
Remove on a plate & serve hot with spicy garlic coconut chutney.

Glycemic Index

55 Low
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a slower, steadier rise in blood glucose for most people.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Compare & Substitute

NutrientOats palak sprouts uttapamOats palak paneer uttapamOats Palakum Paneer UttapamJai chukhandar idli
Calories95 kcal136.2 kcal136.2 kcal57.5 kcal
Carbs11.8 g14.2 g14.2 g10.9 g
Protein2.5 g3.9 g3.9 g2.1 g
Fat4.2 g7.1 g7.1 g0.6 g
Fiber1.9 g2.2 g2.2 g1.6 g
Sugar0.4 g1 g1 g0.4 g
Sodium141.9 mg131.8 mg131.8 mg59 mg
Cholesterol0.4 mg0.3 mg0.3 mg0.8 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 95 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety.

Diabetes

With a low glycemic index of 55, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (2.5g per serving) — not sufficient alone for muscle building. Combine with high-protein sides like paneer, eggs, chicken, dal, or a protein shake to reach 25-30g protein per meal.

Heart Health

Low cholesterol (0.4mg) and low saturated fat (0.9g) make this heart-friendly. Low sodium content is ideal for blood pressure management.

PCOS

Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.

Thyroid

Contains cruciferous vegetables which are goitrogenic when raw. However, cooking significantly reduces goitrogen activity. If you have hypothyroidism, ensure these are well-cooked and maintain a gap of 30-60 minutes from thyroid medication.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Medium Piece (~40.4g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Medium Piece (~40.4g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Medium Piece (~40.4g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Medium Piece (~40.4g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Boost protein

Add 50g paneer, a boiled egg, or a side of sprouted moong dal. Stirring in 1 tbsp of peanut butter also adds 4g protein.

Lower glycemic load

Replace refined flour (maida) with whole wheat atta, or swap white rice with brown rice or millets like jowar/bajra.

Make diabetes-friendly

Replace potato with cauliflower or bottle gourd. Add a squeeze of lemon — the acidity lowers glycemic response.

Meal prep friendly

Oats palak sprouts uttapam stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (190-285 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Pairing with another high-GI food

Why it matters: Eating rice with another starchy dish doubles the glycemic load, causing sharp blood sugar spikes.

Fix: Choose one carb source per meal. Pair with roti instead of rice, or add a protein-rich side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientific References

  1. Low glycemic index foods help improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes

    Brand-Miller J et al. (2003). Low-glycemic index diets in the management of diabetes. Diabetes Care.

    DOI: 10.2337/diacare.26.8.2261
  2. Probiotic-rich fermented foods support gut microbiome diversity and digestive health

    Hill C et al. (2014). The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics consensus statement. Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology.

    DOI: 10.1038/nrgastro.2014.66
  3. Cruciferous vegetables may interfere with thyroid function when consumed raw in large amounts, but cooking largely deactivates goitrogens

    Felker P et al. (2016). Concentrations of thiocyanate and goitrin in human plasma after ingestion of cooked cruciferous vegetables. Nutrition Reviews.

    DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuw028
  4. Dietary iron from diverse food sources helps prevent iron deficiency anemia

    WHO (2001). Iron deficiency anaemia: assessment, prevention, and control. World Health Organization.

    DOI: WHO/NHD/01.3

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