Discover 10 Quick Indian Snacks for Busy Days! From savory to sweet, find easy recipes for every occasion. Entice your taste buds with these simple, nutritious delights. Read on to explore the world of
homemade goodness
In today’s fast-paced world, who has the time to spend hours in the kitchen preparing elaborate meals and snacks? Between work, family commitments, and social engagements, finding the time to cook can feel like a luxury. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste or nutrition.
Indian cuisine is known for its incredible variety and flavors, and surprisingly, many delicious and satisfying snacks can be whipped up in minutes. We’ve compiled a list of 10 quick and easy Indian snacks perfect for busy days, ranging from savory to sweet, ensuring there's something for everyone.
These recipes are simple, require readily available ingredients, and are perfect for a quick bite, a mid-afternoon energy boost, or even unexpected guests. So, ditch the processed snacks and discover the joy of homemade goodness with these easy-to-follow recipes.
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body with these quick Indian delights, proving that delicious and healthy snacks are attainable even on the busiest of days. These snacks are perfect for kids too, after they come from school.
Popular Indian breakfast dishes: Poha & Upma, healthy & easy to make
First up, we have Poha, a flattened rice dish that’s a breakfast staple in many Indian households. This snack requires minimal preparation.
Simply rinse the poha, sauté some onions, mustard seeds, and curry leaves, add your favorite vegetables like peas and carrots, and then toss in the softened poha with a pinch of turmeric, salt, and sugar. A squeeze of lemon juice adds the perfect zing.
Poha is light, filling, and packed with carbohydrates for sustained energy. Another great option is Upma, a savory semolina-based dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Roast the semolina lightly, then sauté onions, mustard seeds, and urad dal.
Add water, the roasted semolina, and your choice of vegetables, cooking until the water is absorbed and the upma is fluffy. This snack is rich in fiber and provides a good dose of energy, keeping you full for longer. These are some of the healthy Indian snacks, which are easy to make and eat.
Both of the items are extremely healthy and can be eaten everyday.
Power-packed Sprouts Salad & hydrating Fruit Chaat for healthy snacking
Next on our list is Sprouts Salad. A power-packed snack that is nutritious and requires absolutely no cooking. Simply soak and sprout your favorite lentils like moong or moth, and then toss them with chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, coriander leaves, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
You can add a sprinkle of chaat masala for an extra kick. Sprouts are incredibly rich in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, making them a perfect healthy snack. Another great option for health enthusiasts is Fruit Chaat.
Cut up a variety of fruits like apples, bananas, grapes, pomegranate, and oranges into bite-sized pieces. Toss them together with a sprinkle of chaat masala, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of black salt.
This refreshing and naturally sweet snack is hydrating, packed with vitamins, and satisfies your sweet cravings without any guilt. The advantage fruit chaat has is that you can make it with any of the fruits that are available.
Try besan cheela or veg rava toast for a satisfying snack
If you're looking for something a bit more filling, try Besan Cheela. This savory pancake made from gram flour is a versatile and quick snack option. Mix besan with water, chopped onions, green chilies, coriander leaves, and spices like turmeric, cumin, and salt.
Heat a lightly oiled pan and pour a ladleful of the batter, spreading it into a thin circle. Cook until golden brown on both sides. Serve with green chutney or tomato ketchup for added flavor. Besan cheela is rich in protein and fiber, making it a satisfying and healthy snack.
Another delicious and easy option is Vegetable Rava Toast. Mix semolina (rava) with curd, grated vegetables like carrots, capsicum, and onions, and spices like ginger, green chilies, and salt.
Let the mixture rest for a few minutes, then spread it on bread slices and toast them on a pan until golden brown and crispy. This snack is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and provides a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. When hunger strikes, this is your go to meal.
Sweet treats: Suji Halwa with nuts and Peanut Chikki for a quick energy boost
For those with a sweet tooth, Suji Halwa is a quick and comforting treat. Roast semolina (suji) in ghee until golden brown, then add hot water, sugar, and cardamom powder. Cook until the halwa thickens and the ghee separates. Garnish with chopped nuts like almonds and cashews.
This sweet snack is perfect for satisfying cravings and provides a quick energy boost. Another simple and delicious sweet option is Peanut Chikki. Melt jaggery in a pan, then add roasted peanuts and mix well. Spread the mixture onto a greased surface and cut it into squares while it's still warm.
Peanut chikki is a good source of protein and iron, making it a healthy and satisfying sweet snack. The advantage is that you can store it and eat anytime.
Quick snacks: Masala Peanuts - crunchy, spicy; Murmura Chivda - light, flavorful
If you're short on time but still want a flavorful snack, Masala Peanuts are your best bet. Roast peanuts in a pan until they are lightly browned, then toss them with a mixture of spices like chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and salt.
You can also add a pinch of amchur (dry mango powder) for tanginess. Masala peanuts are crunchy, spicy, and a perfect accompaniment to your evening tea. Another quick and easy snack is Murmura Chivda.
Roast puffed rice (murmura) in a pan until it's crispy, then toss it with roasted peanuts, curry leaves, mustard seeds, and spices like turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. You can also add some sev or other crunchy snacks for added texture.
Murmura chivda is a light and flavorful snack that's perfect for munching on. It keeps your teeth busy too.
Curd rice: cooling, comforting snack with health benefits
And last but not least, we have Curd Rice, a cooling and comforting snack that’s perfect for hot days. Mix cooked rice with curd, salt, and a tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies. You can also add chopped vegetables like cucumber and carrots for added flavor and nutrition.
Curd rice is easy to digest, provides probiotics for gut health, and is a great way to beat the heat. All the 10 recipes are unique and are very tasty to consume. Some of the dishes are even very healthy and are filled with immense nutrients.
While these are just a few suggestions, the possibilities for quick and easy Indian snacks are endless. So get creative, experiment with different flavors and ingredients, and discover your own favorite go-to snacks for busy days! The point is that the hunger should be satiated.
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