5 easy, healthy snacks to make during Navratri vrat
5 easy, healthy snacks to make during Navratri vrat
Navratri has begun, and people have been observing fasts. When you’re fasting, it is important to choose snacks that give you energy, are healthy, keep you full, and are easy to digest. Here are some easy and healthy snacks that you can make during Navratri vrat.
Roasted Foxnuts (Makhana): Foxnuts are low in calories and high in protein. Roasting them with a pinch of salt and turmeric makes for a crunchy and healthy snack that can be enjoyed anytime during the day.
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Fruit Chaat: This is a simple mix of seasonal fruits like apples, bananas, pomegranate, and papaya. You can sprinkle rock salt and black pepper, which makes for a refreshing and nutrient-rich snack. Fruits give you natural sugars for energy and essential vitamins that keep you active throughout the day.
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Cucumber and Carrot Sticks with Yoghurt Dip: Fresh vegetable sticks paired with a yoghurt-based dip can make for a hydrating and protein-rich snack. Yoghurt helps in digestion and keeps the stomach light during fasting hours.
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Potato Chaat: Boiled potatoes tossed with rock salt, chaat masala, lemon juice, and coriander create a tangy and satisfying snack. It’s quick to make and gives you the necessary carbohydrates for energy during vrat.
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Vegetable Upma: Prepare upma using vrat-friendly flours like singhara (water chestnut) or samak flour, mixed with grated vegetables. This wholesome dish is filling, light, and loaded with fibre and nutrients.
