Rainbow Colored Samosa
Rainbow Colored Samosa is a medium Indian recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving.
Prep: 1 hr 5 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 1 hr 32 min
Cost: $3.57 total, $0.89 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (divided equally for three colored doughs, sifted)
- 1 cup Beetroot (cooked and pureed)
- 1 cup Spinach (blanched, drained and pureed)
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (mixed with water to form a yellow paste)
- 0.25 cup Water (for turmeric dough)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (for all doughs)
- 2 medium Boiled Potatoes (peeled and mashed)
- 1 teaspoon Roasted Cumin Seeds (lightly toasted)
- 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red Chili Powder (adjust to heat preference)
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying) (medium‑high heat, 350°F)
- 2 tablespoons Oil (for dough) (optional, for softer dough)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro (chopped, optional garnish)
Instructions
Puree Spinach
Wash the spinach, blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, drain, cool, then blend until smooth.
Time: PT5M
Puree Beetroot
Peel cooked beetroot, cut into chunks and blend to a smooth puree.
Time: PT5M
Make Turmeric Paste
Mix 1 tsp turmeric powder with 2 tbsp water to form a smooth yellow paste.
Time: PT2M
Prepare Beetroot Dough
In a bowl combine 1 cup flour, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp oil, and the beetroot puree. Add water as needed to form a soft, non‑sticky dough.
Time: PT4M
Prepare Spinach Dough
Repeat with another cup of flour, salt, oil and the spinach puree to make a green dough.
Time: PT4M
Prepare Turmeric Dough
Combine the remaining cup of flour, salt, oil and the turmeric paste; knead into a smooth yellow dough.
Time: PT4M
Rest the Doughs
Cover each dough with a damp cloth and let rest for 15 minutes.
Time: PT15M
Prepare Potato Filling
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, add roasted cumin seeds, then stir‑in mashed potatoes, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook 5 minutes, then stir in chopped cilantro.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: 350°F
Roll Colored Sheets
Divide each colored dough into 4 equal balls. On a lightly floured board, roll each ball into a thin circle (about 12‑inch diameter). Cut each circle in half.
Time: PT10M
Create Layered Rolls
Stack one half‑circle of beetroot dough, spinach dough, and turmeric dough in that order. Gently roll the stacked sheets into a tight spiral, then cut the roll into 8 equal pieces.
Time: PT5M
Fill and Seal Samosas
Take each cut piece, place a spoonful of potato filling on the wider end, fold over and press edges firmly to seal (you can moisten edges with water). Shape into a classic triangular samosa.
Time: PT5M
Fry Samosas
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry samosas in batches, turning gently, until golden brown and crisp, about 3‑4 minutes per batch.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: 350°F
Drain and Serve
Remove samosas with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and serve hot with green chutney.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 4g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 3g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Vegan
Allergens: Wheat (gluten)
Last updated: April 21, 2026








