How many calories does one Rajma Cheese Paratha have?

One Rajma Cheese Paratha (130 grams) gives 232 calories. Out of which carbohydrates comprise 138 calories, proteins account for 36 calories and remaining calories come from fat which is 64 calories.  One Rajma Cheese Paratha provides about 11.6 percent of the total daily calorie requirement of a standard adult diet of 2,000 calories.

Rajma Cheese Paratha makes 4 parathas, 130 grams each.

232 calories for 1 serving of Rajma Cheese Parathas, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Carbohydrates 34.5g, Protein 9.1g, Fat 7.1g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Rajma Cheese Parathas.

rajma cheese paratha is a one dish meal when served with a bowl of curds. Learn to make rajma vegetable paratha.

rajma cheese paratha has a healthy stuffing of onions, tomatoes, garlic, Indian spices and the addition of curds gives it a nice sour taste. 

Tips for rajma vegetable paratha. 1. Use 1/4 cup plain flour (maida) instead of whole wheat flour in your dough to prevent the paratha from getting cracks while cooking. 2. Place the uncooked rajma cheese paratha over it. The flat surface of the paratha should be facing up as we want the back side of the paratha cooked first. 3. Cook all 4 sides of the paratha on a slow flame using a pair of tongs till cooked properly. Since this is a thick paratha the sides will take longer to cook and hence it should be cooked on a slow flame. 
 

Is Rajma Cheese Paratha healthy?

Yes, but conditions apply.

Let's understand the ingredients.

What's good.

Rajma : One cup of cooked kidney beans has 26.2% of your daily Magnesium requirements. Rajma is a complex carb and rich in Fibre which helps in Lowering Cholesterol levels. Rajma is rich in Potassium which is critical for those with High Blood Pressure as it lessens the impact of sodium. Eating rajma is good for diabetics due to being a  fiber rich food. See here for 10 health benefits of rajma and why you should eat it.

Onions (pyaz, kanda) :  Raw onions are a very valuable source of vitamin C – the immune building vitamin. Along with other phytonutrients from onions, it helps to build WBC (white blood cells) which serves as a line of defence against illness. Yes, it’s a source of many antioxidants, the most important one amongst them being Quercetin. The quercetin in Onions promotes production of HDL (good cholesterol) and lowers total cholesterol in the body. The sulphur in onions act as a blood thinner and prevents blood clotting too. This in turn would lower blood pressure and good for heart,  diabetics. Read the benefits of onions. 

Curd + Low fat Curds, hung curds :  Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest sources of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Note that one cup curds gives half cup hung curds. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet. 

What's the problem ?

Processed Cheese drawbacks : Processed cheese is generally not considered to be as healthy as natural cheese. This is because processed cheese often contains higher levels of unhealthy fats, artificial ingredients and salt. The fact that cheese is processed means that it will cause inflammation in the body. Diabetic choose low-fat processed cheeses with less than 3 grams of saturated fat per 28 grams and restrict intake. Heart patients need to avoid the excess sodium in processed cheese as it will raise blood pressure.Use Hard Cheeses instead of Processed Cheese  : Cheeses like Parmesan, Cheddar,  Indian Kodai cheese and Swiss can also be part of a healthy diet in moderation. While they might be higher in fat than some of the options listed above, they offer concentrated protein and calcium in smaller serving sizes.

Can diabetics, heart patients and overweight individuals have Stir Fried French Beans and garlic?

Yes, but conditions apply. Drop the Processed Cheese and replace with low fat paneer or use Cheeses like Parmesan, Cheddar,  Indian Kodai cheese and Swiss can also be part of a healthy diet in moderation. While they might be higher in fat than some of the options listed above, they offer concentrated protein and calcium in smaller serving sizes.