Delicious Beetroot and Cottage Cheese Oat Cutlets Air Fried for Healthy Snacking

Soni Das
Jan 15
2 min read

Healthy snacking can sometimes feel like a challenge, especially when you want something tasty, filling, and nutritious. Beetroot and cottage cheese oat cutlets, air-fried to perfection, offer a satisfying solution. These cutlets combine the natural sweetness of beetroot, the creamy protein punch of cottage cheese, and the wholesome texture of oats. Air frying them keeps the cutlets crispy without excess oil, making them a guilt-free snack option.

Beetroot is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that support heart health and improve blood flow. Cottage cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which helps keep you full longer and supports muscle health. Oats contribute fibre and complex carbohydrates, providing steady energy release. Together, these ingredients create a balanced snack that satisfies hunger and nourishes the body.

Air-frying these cutlets instead of deep-frying reduces the fat content while still delivering a crispy texture. This method utilises hot air circulation to cook the cutlets evenly, resulting in lighter and healthier cutlets without sacrificing flavour.

Ingredients

1 medium Beetroot, grated
1 cup Cottage cheese (preferably low-fat)
1/2 cup Oats - Roasted and ground to form a fine powder
1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
1 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
1 teaspoon Chaat Masala
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (optional)
Cooking spray or a little oil for air frying

Instructions

Peel and grate the beetroot finely. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth or paper towel. Removing extra water helps the cultlets hold their shape better.
Crumble or grate the cottage cheese.
In a large bowl, combine grated beetroot, cottage cheese, oats powder, coriander leaves and seasoning. Mix everything well until it forms a slightly sticky dough.
Start making small balls and flatten it to get the desired shape.
You can place a nut - almond or cashew on the top of the cutlet.
Let it refrigerate for some time.
Place it in the air-fryer for 10 min. Flip sides and let it cook for another 10 min
Healthy and tasty beetroot cottage cheese cutlets are ready.