A fun and nutritious fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors, these Healthy Roti Tacos are versatile and can be customized with your favorite fillings and toppings.
Ingredients
For the Roti (Taco Shells)
- 1cupwhole wheat flour (atta)
- 1/2tspsalt
- 1tspolive oil
- cupwater (as needed)
For the Filling
- 1cupcooked chickpeas or black beans
- 1piecesmall onion, finely chopped
- 1piecesmall tomato, finely chopped
- 1piecesmall cucumber, finely chopped
- 1piecesmall bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2cupshredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1/2cupgrated carrots
- 1/4cupcorn kernels
- 1tspcumin powder
- 1/2tspred chili powder
- 1tspchaat masala
- 1/2tspgarlic powder
- tspsalt to taste
- piecefresh coriander leaves, chopped
- tsplemon juice (optional)
For the Sauce
- 1/2cupGreek yogurt or hung curd
- 1tbspmint-coriander chutney
- 1tsplemon juice
- tspsalt and pepper to taste
How to make Healthy Roti Tacos
Prepare the Roti (Taco Shells)
In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, salt, and olive oil. Gradually add water and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.
Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball). Roll each ball into a thin, round roti.
Heat a tawa or griddle over medium heat. Cook each roti on both sides until light brown spots appear and the roti is fully cooked. Keep them soft by storing in a covered container.
Prepare the Filling
Heat a little oil in a pan and add the cooked chickpeas or black beans.
Season with cumin powder, red chili powder, garlic powder, chaat masala, and salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the beans are well-coated with the spices and slightly crispy.
In a separate bowl, combine the chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, lettuce, carrots, and corn. Season with salt, chaat masala, and lemon juice if desired. Mix well.
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with mint-coriander chutney, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble the Tacos
Take a cooked roti and place a spoonful of the spiced chickpeas or beans in the center.
Top with the mixed vegetable filling.
Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the filling.
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Fold the roti like a taco and serve immediately.
Tips & Tricks
Add grilled paneer or tofu for added protein.
Add some pickled jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
Use a plant-based yogurt for the sauce and skip any dairy-based ingredients to make it vegan.