Are you tired of reaching for unhealthy snacks when hunger strikes? Look no further! Nikita Shah of @saltinall shares a variety of mouth-watering and nutritious snack recipes that will satisfy your cravings without compromising your health.
High Protein Herb Spread
A high protein – low calorie spread for sandwiches, wraps and more.
(Serves 2)
Ingredients:
1 cup Paneer
5-6 cloves Garlic
2 Green chillies
Salt to taste
1tbsp Olive Oil
2-3 Ice Cubes
Method:
-Blend paneer, garlic, green chillies, salt, little olive oil and ice.
-Add in dried herbs of choice, chilli flakes, and some fresh coriander and mix well.
– It’s ready to dig in!
Cucumber Guacamole Boats
A delicious snack which is a low-carb twist on avocado toast
(Serves 4)
Ingredients:
4 Cucumbers
1 Ripened Avocado
2tbsp Jalapeños / Green chillies
1/4cup Finely Chopped Yellow Pepper
1/4cup Finely Chopped Tomatoes
1/4cup Finely Chopped Onion
2tbsp Lemon Juice
Salt to taste
Black & White Sesame for garnish
Coriander for garnish
Method:
-Slice off the ends of a cucumber, peel it and slice it into two pieces.
-Scoop out the pulp, keep it aside and use a tissue to dab off excess water.
-In a bowl combine mashed avocado with jalapeños/chillies, yellow pepper, tomatoes, onions, cucumber pulp (scooped out earlier), lemon juice and salt.
-Mix well and fill the cucumber boats with it. -Garnish with black and white sesame seeds and fresh coriander and enjoy!
Sukha Makhana Bhel
A guilt-free version of chaat with makhana. Swap the puris for khakhra or any baked crackers for that perfect crunch.
(Serves 2)
Ingredients:
1 cup Roasted Makhana
1/4cup Finely Chopped Tomatoes
1/4cup Finely Chopped Onions
1/4cup Finely Chopped Cucumber
Chaat Masala
Red Chilli powder
1/4cup Crushed Khakhra / Baked Crackers
1tbsp Lemon Juice
Fresh Coriander for garnish
Method:
-Combine roasted makhana, onions, tomatoes, cucumber, chaat masala, fresh coriander, chilli powder, khakhra (or baked crackers) and lemon juice.
-Mix well & dig in!
Stuffed Dates
A 10 min energy booster sweet treat that makes the perfect snack.
(8 pieces – Serves 4)
Ingredients:
8 Mabroom / Medjool Dates
1/4cup Chopped Chocolate
1/4cup Corn Flakes
1tbsp Peanut Butter
Sea Salt for garnish
Method:
– Melt chocolate in the microwave, using very little oil.
-Add chopped almonds, peanut butter & cornflakes.
-Mash the cornflakes slightly, mix well and keep aside.
-Take dates of your choice (I use Mabroom dates, you can also use Medjool), make a slit in it & remove the seed.
-Stuff them with the chocolate mixture, top with sea salt & refrigerate for a few minutes.
-Dig in!
Healthy Slaw Sandwich
Coleslaw gets a healthy spin by replacing Mayo with Hummus.
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
For Hummus
1cup Boiled Chickpeas
2tbsp Tahini
2tbsp Olive Oil
Salt to taste
4-5 Garlic Cloves
1tbsp Lemon Juice
Ice cubes for consistency
For the Sandwich
1/2cup Finely Chopped Cucumber
1/2cup Finely Chopped Carrots
1/2cup Finely Chopped Onion
1/2cup Finely Chopped Cabbage
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2cup Shredded Boiled Beetroot
8 Slices of bread
Method:
–To make the hummus, blitz boiled chickpeas, tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice & salt till you reach the desired consistency. Add ice cubes if needed.
-In a bowl combine hummus with chopped cucumber, carrots, onions, cabbage, pepper & salt and mix well.
-Take a slice of bread and spread a generous layer of the hummus mix followed by boiled, shredded beetroot.
-Sandwich it up and it’s ready!
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