By Shreya Goswami
August 1, 2023
The occurrence of an Adhik Maas Sawan Purnima is very rare and auspicious, and if you are indeed fasting today, then here are some sattvik and auspicious foods you should have on your vrat plate.
Sabudana is a pure and sattvik ingredient used to make dishes like khichdi and kheer, providing energy and nutrition.
Water chestnut flour is a sattvik option used to make both savoury and sweet dishes, adding flavor and texture.
Buckwheat flour is a sattvik alternative, ideal for a number of dishes, providing nourishment and variety.
Makhana is a light and sattvik snack option, often roasted and consumed during fasting periods.
Fresh fruits are sattvik options that provide essential vitamins and natural sweetness during Sawan Purnima Vrat.
Dairy products like milk, curd, and paneer are sattvik ingredients, offering protein and calcium during fasting.
Coconut is considered pure and sattvik, used in grated or milk form for various vrat dishes and adding a delightful touch to the food.
Dry fruits and nuts like almonds, cashews, raisins, and pistachios provide sustenance and nutrition during the vrat.
Rock salt is a sattvik and nutritious alternative to regular salt and is used to season vrat dishes.
Ghee is a sattvik cooking medium, used in moderation to enhance the flavor and satiety of vrat dishes.