By Ujjainee Roy
January 22, 2024
If you're on the lookout for low-calorie desi snacks which are hearty and delicious but also healthy, you can use a number of winter ingredients and veggies. Here are a few low-calorie Indian snacks which are perfect for winters!
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Roasted or air-fried cauliflower florets seasoned with Indian spices such as garam masala, turmeric, and chili powder make for a tasty and satisfying snack.
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A low-carb alternative to traditional chaat, Chana Chaat involves mixing boiled chickpeas with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of chaat masala for flavour.
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Use crunchy nuts for a filling, delicious egg bhurji featuring dried fruits. Add crushed almonds, pistachios and peanuts with spiced scrambled eggs tossed with onions, tomatoes, and green chilies
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Prepare a keto-friendly version of Gobi Manchurian using cauliflower florets. Coat them in a spiced almond flour batter and bake or air-fry until crispy.
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Make a low-carb version of Methi Thepla using almond flour or coconut flour. These flatbreads can be enjoyed with mint chutney or plain yogurt.
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Skewer and grill a variety of low-carb winter vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini. Marinate them in spices like garam masala and turmeric for added flavour.
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Prepare keto-friendly radish parathas using a mixture of almond flour and grated radish. Roll them up with mint chutney for a delightful and low-carb snack.
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Make a filling with crushed almonds, peanuts, dried dates and pistachios and mix them with some sooji. Season it with brown sugar and salt and fill the mini samosa bases with the filling and then bake
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