The festive spirit of Navratri is in full swing, and along with the colourful garba nights and puja rituals comes the challenge of keeping up with fasting. But surviving on plain potatoes and fried snacks can get a little dull. The good news? With a few clever tweaks, you can whip up snacks that are tasty, nourishing, and perfect to keep your energy levels high throughout the day. Here are some easy Navratri snacks you’ll actually look forward to eating this Navratri.

1. Snack on some healthy dried fruits

Dried fruits like kiwi, dates, apricots, and raisins are power-packed with nutrients. They won’t just keep you full, but they’ll also keep you energetic through the day.

You can stock up on dried fruits here.

2. Add some sweetness with makhane ki kheer 

Makhane, or foxnuts, are a staple during fasting seasons like Navratri. Try makhane ki kheer to delight your taste buds with some much-needed sweetness.

You can check out this and other makhana recipes here.

3. Make your vrat spicy with fruit chaat 

Fruits are your best friends if you’re fasting. So, why not add some extra spice to your fruits and make them even more enjoyable? Toss in your favourite fruits in a bowl, add some rock salt and lemon juice, and you have your vrat-friendly fruit chaat ready.

4. Get a boost of health with water chestnut and cucumber salad

Water chestnut, or singhara, is a good source of nutrition when you are fasting. Add some cucumber and it becomes a powerhouse of antioxidants that keep you healthy. Mix water chestnut, cucumber, and roasted peanuts in a bowl with a pinch of rock salt and some coconut oil dressing to enjoy a guilt-free, Navratri-friendly salad.

You can check out this easy recipe here.

5. Get fancy with farali pancakes

Pancakes and Navratri fasting don’t usually go hand-in-hand, but here is one kind of pancake that is perfect for this season. Enjoy this healthy, one-of-a-kind fasting recipe made with sama millet, buckwheat, and ripe bananas.

You can follow the recipe here.

Enjoy your Navratri with these healthy snacks.

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