Oats & Vegetable Chilla
A savoury pancake made with oats, gram flour, and finely chopped vegetables. High in fibre and protein, this chilla is a tasty and filling diabetic-friendly breakfast or snack.

A savoury pancake made with oats, gram flour, and finely chopped vegetables. High in fibre and protein, this chilla is a tasty and filling diabetic-friendly breakfast or snack.
Oats are an excellent grain for diabetics because they are rich in soluble fibre, which helps slow down glucose absorption and keeps blood sugar levels stable. When combined with vegetables and gram flour (besan), they make a wholesome and delicious chilla that can be enjoyed as a quick meal.
This dish is low in oil, gluten-free, and full of fibre from oats, carrots, capsicum, and onions. The protein from gram flour and oats adds satiety, reducing the chances of overeating. The spices keep it flavourful without the need for excess salt or oil.
Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even a light dinner, this oats chilla is a versatile recipe that can be paired with mint chutney or curd for a balanced diabetic-friendly meal.
In a bowl, mix powdered oats, gram flour, cumin, turmeric, salt, and water to make a smooth batter.
Add grated carrot, chopped capsicum, onion, green chilli, ginger, and coriander leaves. Mix well.
Heat a non-stick tawa, grease lightly with oil.
Pour a ladleful of batter and spread into a thin round.
Cook on medium flame until golden on both sides. Repeat for remaining batter.
Serve hot with green chutney or curd.
Yes, but add vegetables just before cooking to keep them fresh.
Yes, you can use only oats flour, though gram flour adds protein and binding.
Yes, it’s light, filling, and a great diabetic-friendly dinner option.