{"id":15098,"date":"2025-09-24T08:06:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T08:06:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/24\/8-indian-snacks-that-are-surprisingly-healthy\/"},"modified":"2025-09-24T08:06:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T08:06:58","slug":"8-indian-snacks-that-are-surprisingly-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/24\/8-indian-snacks-that-are-surprisingly-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Indian Snacks That Are Surprisingly Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Packed with spices, pulses, grains, and ancient wisdom, these Indian snacks strike the perfect balance between taste and wellness. Here are 8 healthy Indian snacks you can enjoy guilt-free\u2014whether you\u2019re on a fitness journey, managing your diet, or simply craving something delicious and good for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-1\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-46c55f6664503278733fbc1883bfb425.jpg\" alt=\" Roasted Chana: Crunchy, protein-rich, and low in calories, roasted chana is a powerhouse snack that keeps you full longer. Great for weight management and blood sugar control.\" title=\" Roasted Chana: Crunchy, protein-rich, and low in calories, roasted chana is a powerhouse snack that keeps you full longer. Great for weight management and blood sugar control.\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Roasted Chana:<\/strong> Crunchy, protein-rich, and low in calories, roasted chana is a powerhouse snack that keeps you full longer. Great for weight management and blood sugar control. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-2\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-7a94a3f19f1923f04f39ff73c3e97007.jpg\" alt=\" Sprouted Moong Salad: Made with sprouted green gram, onions, tomatoes, and lemon juice, this high-protein snack aids digestion, improves immunity, and supports heart health.\" title=\" Sprouted Moong Salad: Made with sprouted green gram, onions, tomatoes, and lemon juice, this high-protein snack aids digestion, improves immunity, and supports heart health.\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Sprouted Moong Salad:<\/strong> Made with sprouted green gram, onions, tomatoes, and lemon juice, this high-protein snack aids digestion, improves immunity, and supports heart health. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-3\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-0402f3d5824d0248dc8c9a1a0696228f.jpg\" alt=\" Sweet Potato Chaat: A fiber-rich alternative to regular chaat, sweet potato (shakarkandi) is packed with vitamin A and antioxidants\u2014tangy, spicy, and filling!\" title=\" Sweet Potato Chaat: A fiber-rich alternative to regular chaat, sweet potato (shakarkandi) is packed with vitamin A and antioxidants\u2014tangy, spicy, and filling!\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Sweet Potato Chaat:<\/strong> A fiber-rich alternative to regular chaat, sweet potato (shakarkandi) is packed with vitamin A and antioxidants\u2014tangy, spicy, and filling! (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-4\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-fd78c27a391bfa77ecd0265d5f25d8ac.jpg\" alt=\"Makhana: Low in fat and high in magnesium, makhana is a light yet satisfying snack. Roast it with a pinch of ghee, turmeric, and salt for extra flavor.\" title=\"Makhana: Low in fat and high in magnesium, makhana is a light yet satisfying snack. Roast it with a pinch of ghee, turmeric, and salt for extra flavor.\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Makhana:<\/strong> Low in fat and high in magnesium, makhana is a light yet satisfying snack. Roast it with a pinch of ghee, turmeric, and salt for extra flavor. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-5\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-51f417e617189bb135adc67aa93b9749.jpg\" alt=\" Multigrain Khakhra: These crunchy flatbreads made from wheat, millet, and spices are perfect with green chutney or curd\u2014low in fat, high in fiber, and incredibly addictive!\" title=\" Multigrain Khakhra: These crunchy flatbreads made from wheat, millet, and spices are perfect with green chutney or curd\u2014low in fat, high in fiber, and incredibly addictive!\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Multigrain Khakhra:<\/strong> These crunchy flatbreads made from wheat, millet, and spices are perfect with green chutney or curd\u2014low in fat, high in fiber, and incredibly addictive! (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-6\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-7510e8411ee45bf921c5a4f0627abfd4.jpg\" alt=\"Dhokla: A fermented snack from Gujarat, dhokla is light, fluffy, and made from gram flour. It's easy to digest and a great source of protein and probiotics.\" title=\"Dhokla: A fermented snack from Gujarat, dhokla is light, fluffy, and made from gram flour. It's easy to digest and a great source of protein and probiotics.\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Dhokla:<\/strong> A fermented snack from Gujarat, dhokla is light, fluffy, and made from gram flour. It&#8217;s easy to digest and a great source of protein and probiotics. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-7\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-a30fd65e244f77d504981c4375c81bf3.jpg\" alt=\" Poha: Flattened rice sauteed with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and veggies makes for a light, iron-rich snack that\u2019s both comforting and nutritious.\" title=\" Poha: Flattened rice sauteed with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and veggies makes for a light, iron-rich snack that\u2019s both comforting and nutritious.\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Poha:<\/strong> Flattened rice sauteed with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and veggies makes for a light, iron-rich snack that\u2019s both comforting and nutritious. (Image: AI-Generated)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:0\"\/><\/div>\n<div id=\"gallery-photo-8\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 phtwrp\">\n<figure class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-2025-09-d2c5a607ab96e008991c5dfa914801b3.jpg\" alt=\" Cucumber &amp; Peanut Chaat: Fresh cucumber tossed with roasted peanuts, lemon juice, and masala\u2014cooling, hydrating, and rich in good fats.\" title=\" Cucumber &amp; Peanut Chaat: Fresh cucumber tossed with roasted peanuts, lemon juice, and masala\u2014cooling, hydrating, and rich in good fats.\" class=\"jsx-6a1e32423ad68b39 lazyload\"\/><\/figure>\n<p> <strong>Cucumber &amp; Peanut Chaat:<\/strong> Fresh cucumber tossed with roasted peanuts, lemon juice, and masala\u2014cooling, hydrating, and rich in good fats. 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