7 Guilt-Free Snacks To Enjoy On Rainy Season (Healthy Monsoon Snacks)
Monsoon is the favorite season for most, the smell of rain, hot chai in hand, and yes, cravings that just don’t quit.
As much as we love our samosas, pakoras, and bhajiyas during this season, let’s face it, they’re not the healthiest. But don’t worry! You don’t have to give up on your rainy-day cravings entirely. In fact, you can enjoy the monsoons with snacks that are both delicious and healthy.
Today, we’ll tell you 7 best guilt-free, healthy monsoon snacks you’ll love to munch on this rainy season, with a few clever food swaps to help you enjoy traditional favorites the smart way.
7 Guilt-Free Snacks To Enjoy On Rainy Season (Healthy Monsoon Snacks)
It’s not just in your head. The cool, cozy weather triggers cravings for hot and comforting food. But with the risk of infections and digestion issues higher during the rains, it’s wise to choose light, nutrient-packed, and immunity-boosting foods. Below are some healthy snacks and recipes you can try this monsoon.
Roasted Almonds
One of the best snacks to satisfy your food cravings during the monsoon is roasted almonds.
Roast a handful of almonds at home with a pinch of salt and pepper. They’re high in protein, healthy fats, and keep you full for hours.
Pro Tip: Keep them in airtight jars to keep handy for sudden hunger pangs.
Seasonal Monsoon Fruits
Fruits are a must in every season. But do include the seasonal fruits in your monsoon diets which include guava, lychees, Cherries, Plums, peach, pomegranate which are rich in natural antioxidants and vitamins and hence will keep your infections at bay and boost immunity.
Note: Make sure to wash them thoroughly to avoid contamination.
Homemade Soups
When it’s humid weather and generally we have the tendency to have hot foods. I guess soups really turn out to be better options. Soups are light, easy to make and full of nutrition. Not only do they keep you away from the flu but also provide the hydration you need in this weather. The humidity speeds up the process of dehydration and it is important to drink enough fluids to prevent it.
Try tomato soup, vegetable clear soup, or lentil soup, they’re hydrating, easy to digest, and packed with nutrition. Add ginger, garlic, or pepper to enhance taste.
Roasted Corn (Bhutta)
Now, this is my favorite one. It’s also very easy to prepare, roasted corn with lemon and black salt.
This tastes much better if you are eating it out on a rainy day. This food not only tastes delicious, but it boosts your overall health, by providing your body with numerous nutrients. Our favorite monsoon snack “Corn” is rich in fiber, Vit C, Magnesium and also contains a good dose of antioxidants.
Tip: Choose fresh corn and roast it at home to avoid any hygiene risks.
Baked Muthiyas OR Mathri
Bhajis and Pakodas can be swapped with “Healthy Muthiyas”. Don’t you think so it’s better? Now, there are different types of Muthiyas.
You can prepare daliya muthiya, methi muthiya, whole wheat muthiya, oats methi muthiya, spinach muthiya, cabbage muthiya, coriander leaves and the cherry on the cake is they won’t be fried instead will be baked or steamed.
Isn’t that really a healthy combination?
Baked Samosa
The national food of India? XYZ! Guess again. It’s samosa. Just kidding! 🤣
Samosa, the very popular food in monsoons. But deep-fried samosas which are made up of refined flour and the filling of high starchy foods like potatoes make it unhealthy. I am not saying don’t have your samosas but let’s try the healthier version of samosas.
In my healthier version of Samosa, the outer filling consists of whole wheat flour and the inner filling consists of like green peas, beans, carrot, and potato combination further instead of deep frying baked samosas are healthier.
- Outer layer – Whole wheat flour
- Filling – Mix of peas, beans, carrots, potatoes
- Cooking method – Baked or air-fried
Healthy Homemade Chaats
Chaat is one of the most loved monsoon foods. But are those roadside chaats like panipuri, Sev puri ragdapuri healthy and hygienic for you? It’s roadside and so might be an issue. But if you are looking for some healthier version of chaats you are at the right place.
This monsoon you can try homemade Corn Chaat, Sprouted Moong Chaat, Kala Chana or Chole Chaat by adding a good amount of veggies. Here’s how you can enhance the taste of these chaats.
Add chopped onions, tomatoes, coriander, and a squeeze of lemon. This makes it a perfect balance of carbs, protein, and flavor!
Wrapping Up – Healthy Monsoon Snacks
Monsoons are one of the best seasons to enjoy foods. And this season instead of denying your food cravings let’s satisfy it with a healthier version of foods. Share it with your friends & family who love monsoon munchies.
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