Quick High Protein Vegetarian Pancakes for Diabetics Ready in Under 10 Minutes

Starting the day with a high-protein breakfast can help manage blood sugar levels and keep energy steady for people with diabetes. However, busy mornings often leave little time for preparing meals. The good news is that you can make nutritious, protein-packed breakfasts in under 10 minutes. These quick ideas support blood sugar control and provide lasting fullness without sacrificing flavor.

A nutritious diabetic-friendly breakfast featuring a vegetable pancake served with homemade green chutney and a vibrant mix of grated beetroot and carrot salad.

Ingredients (2 servings / 3 cheelas)

Ingredient	Quantity
Besan (gram flour)	1/2 cup
Paneer (crumbled finely)	80–100 g
Spring onion (finely chopped)	2 tbsp
Carrot (grated)	2 tbsp
Capsicum (finely chopped)	2 tbsp
Coriander leaves	2 tbsp
Salt	to taste
Haldi/Turmeric	1/4 tsp
Red chilli powder / chilli flakes	1/2 tsp
Ajwain (carom seeds)	1/4 tsp
Black pepper	1/4 tsp
Water	as needed
Oil / ghee	1 tsp (for cooking)

Instructions

1. Prepare batter: In a bowl mix besan + salt + haldi + ajwain + black pepper.

2. Add water gradually to make a smooth dosa-like batter (flowing consistency).

3. Add paneer, carrots, capsicum, spring onion, coriander. Mix gently.

4. Heat a non-stick pan, lightly grease with ½ tsp oil.

5. Pour one ladle of batter and spread like dosa.

6. Cook on medium heat for 2–3 mins each side until golden.

7. Serve hot with mint coriander chutney or tomato chutney.

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📊 Macros (per serving — 1.5 cheela)

Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fiber	Fat
285 kcal	20–22 g	27 g	5–6 g	11 g

(Macros may vary slightly depending on oil used & paneer brand.)

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⭐ Benefits

• High-protein, low-GI — helps control blood sugar

• Rich in fiber and veggies → improved satiety & digestion

• Suitable meal for breakfast or lunch

🍽 Add-On Options

For weight loss	For muscle gain
Serve with mint chutney	Serve with curd + extra 50g paneer filling
Reduce oil to 1/2 tsp	Add 1 tbsp chia / flax seeds