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Calling all food enthusiasts and health-conscious folks! Are you tired of sacrificing taste for health when it comes to snacking? Well, fret no more because we have got you covered. We will tantalize your taste buds with seven lip-smacking and nutritious snack recipes that will make you fall in love with healthy snacking all over again. Get ready to embark on a delicious journey of flavours, spices, and wholesome ingredients that will leave you craving more. So, put on your apron and let's dive into the world of healthy snacking, Indian style!
Masala Oats Cutlets
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oats
- 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup finely chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
- Salt to taste
- Bread crumbs for coating
- Oil for shallow frying
Method:
- Dry roast oats in a pan until they turn slightly golden and fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, combine roasted oats, mashed potatoes, chopped vegetables, coriander leaves, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, red chilli powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into cutlets.
- Roll the cutlets in bread crumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the cutlets until they turn golden brown on both sides.
- Serve hot with mint chutney or tomato ketchup.
Quinoa Tikki
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup boiled and mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for shallow frying
Method:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, mashed sweet potatoes, chopped onions, coriander leaves, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt. Mix well.
- Divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into tikkis.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and shallow fry the tikkis until they turn crispy and golden brown on both sides.
- Serve hot with mint yoghurt dip.
Baked Multigrain Chips
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup oats flour
- 1/4 cup rice flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary)
- Salt to taste
- Water (as needed)
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, cornmeal, oats flour, rice flour, olive oil, dried herbs, and salt. Mix well.
- Gradually add water and knead to form a smooth dough.
- Roll out the dough thinly on a floured surface.
- Cut the dough into desired chip shapes using a knife or cookie cutter.
- Place the chips on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the chips turn golden and crispy.
- Allow them to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a bowl, toss the cooked chickpeas with olive oil, cumin powder, paprika, turmeric powder, chaat masala, and salt.
- Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on a baking tray.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until the chickpeas are crispy and golden.
- Let them cool before enjoying this crunchy and protein-packed snack.
Vegetable Ragi Pancakes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ragi flour (finger millet flour)
- 1/4 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1 green chilli, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- Water (as needed)
- Ghee for cooking
Method:
- In a mixing bowl, combine ragi flour, grated carrots, chopped spinach, onions, coriander leaves, green chilli, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix well.
- Gradually add water and whisk until you get a smooth batter of pouring consistency.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle and brush it with ghee.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a round shape.
- Cook until the edges turn golden brown, then flip and cook the other side.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve these wholesome pancakes with coconut chutney or yoghurt dip.
Sprouted Moong Bhel
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sprouted moong (green gram)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 1 green chilli, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Chaat masala to taste
Method:
- Steam the sprouted moong for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the steamed moong, onions, tomatoes, cucumber, coriander leaves, green chilli, lemon juice, salt, and chaat masala. Mix well.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and protein-rich snack.
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme or rosemary)
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, dried herbs, and salt.
- Spread the fries in a single layer on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the fries are crispy and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
There you have it, seven healthy and scrumptious snack recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings without compromising your health. These Indian-inspired snacks are packed with flavour, nutrition, and a touch of spice that will keep you coming back for more. So, why settle for boring and unhealthy snacks when you can indulge in these delicious alternatives? Give them a try and let your taste buds dance with joy. Happy snacking, folks!
