Healthy Monsoon Snacks To Satisfy Your Cravings

Who does not love the monsoon? A season of cold breezes, endless rain, lovely weather, hot chai, fried pakoras, and endless conversations with friends and family. The more the rain falls, the more we crave some munchies like fries, samosas, and pakoras. 

The monsoon not only increases our cravings but also decreases our metabolism and a healthy heart condition. But what if we say we are here with a solution to this unhealthy problem? 

A healthy solution! It will not just satisfy your cravings but will also provide your body with enough nutrition. Therefore, we present healthy snack options to satisfy your craving for delicious food. 

Table of Contents 

1. Healthy Monsoon Snacks 

  1.1 Suji Appe or Appam 

  1.2 Sprout Chat 

  1.3 Egg and Tofu Rolls 

  1.4 Corn Fritters 

  1.5 Baked Samosa 

  1.6 Honey Chilli Makhana ( Fox Nuts) 

  1.7 Chicken Thukpa 

  1.8 Momos 

  1.9 Shallow fry bread roll 

  1.10 Chukandar aur Chickpea Kebabs 

 2. The Final Say 

 3. FAQs

Healthy Monsoon Snacks 

We have listed a few healthy snacks that will surely be a treat to your taste buds. So, what are you waiting for? Read out loud! 

1. Suji Appe or Appam 

Suji appe is a light snack that will make you feel light and energised. They are not only tasty but also beneficial for immunity and digestion. To improve the taste, you can serve it with chutney.

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2. Sprout Chaat 

Sprout chaat is a mouth-watering combination of kala chana, soya beans, moong daal, and rajma. It is a saviour for people who always get late and rush. Sprout chaat is not only a time saver but also a bowl of nutrition.

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3. Egg and Tofu Rolls 

What is the easiest thing to eat? Without any second thought, they are rolls. 

You have to grab and eat. Talking of rolls, what else is better than having an egg or a tofu roll?  Eggs and tofu are rich protein sources and keep you full for a long time.

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4. Corn Fritters 

Monsoon and corn go hand in hand. As soon as the monsoon starts, you will see the roadside corn stalls with people enjoying them with chit-chat. And the perk is that kids love them!

Corns are rich in fibre, minerals, and vitamins. You can roast them, boil them, or even shallow fry them. Do not worry; shallow fried corn is considered a low-calorie snack. 

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5. Baked Samosa

No one can resist samosa! A high-calorie samosa is good for taste buds but not for your health. You can eat samosa with lower calories. Cooking samosa in air fryers will make it low in calories. 

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6. Honey Chilli Makhana ( Fox Nuts) 

Makhanas are a great anti-ageing food. They are rich in protein, making them a healthy snack for diabetics and heart patients. Makhana has been used for ages as a fasting food.

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7. Chicken Thukpa 

Soups are the best thing one could have in the monsoon. You can try chicken thukpa, an old traditional noodle soup with nutrients. The soup soothes the soul, and chicken provides all the required nutrition to boost your immune system.

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8. Paneer Momos 

Momos are the most trending snack! The momos made by the maida are not good for your health. Therefore, you can replace the maida with atta dough with paneer as a filling. With this little twist, you can make momos much healthier and happier. 

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9. Shallow Fry Bread Roll 

The shallow fry bread roll is a good option for snacks. By shallow frying, you can cut down the oil consumption. 

You can also use paneer as a stuffing to make it rich in protein. Hot bread rolls served with green chutney are no less than blessings in the monsoon. 

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10. Chukandar aur Chickpea Kebabs 

We all know the goodness of beetroot. The fusion of chukandar and chickpea kebabs is a favourite of all! When combined with chickpea, it improves not only in taste and texture but also in protein and minerals.

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The Final Say  

The monsoon is here! It does not mean you will go unhealthy. The above healthy, delicious snacks will surely satisfy your monsoon cravings. Moreover, classic Indian foods and ingredients like dahi, halid, garlic, and many more will help you to boost your immune system. Avoid street food and cook healthy, mouth-watering food at home. 

FAQs

1. Why should I take light food during the monsoon? 

Monsoon comes with a shower of health issues, owing to the moisture in the air that triggers the growth and proliferation of many harmful microorganisms. The digestive system becomes weak in the monsoon. Therefore, in such a situation, only light food should be included in the diet.

2. Is buttermilk good in the monsoon? 

In the monsoon, drinking curd and its products like lassi, buttermilk, and whey should be avoided in the rain. 

3. Can I put cucumber in my salad during the monsoon? 

Cucumber can be grown all year, and the monsoon season is ideal for growing this low-calorie snack. Cucumbers are perfect for your salads.

They also make an excellent filling for your sandwiches. They are Low in calories and high in water, and they help flush out toxins and keep the body functioning optimally.

4. Is it ok to eat bananas in the monsoon? 

If you suffer from indigestion, cold cough, phlegm, and asthma, you should avoid consuming it during the monsoon and at night. It may worsen the Kapha dosha and cause mucus to form in the body. Eating bananas during the daytime gives the body enough time to digest them.

5 . What should I not eat during the monsoon? 

1.  Green leafy vegetables - Monsoon is the perfect time for breeding various microbes and bacteria, which can easily contaminate these green vegetables.

2. Eggplant.

3. Bell peppers. 

4. Cauliflower.

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