In ghee, roast 1 cup makhana until golden. Sprinkle rock salt, black pepper, and a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg. Cool and store in an airtight container. This snack is protein-rich, crunchy, and ideal when you’re on the go during fast
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Mix soaked sabudana with mashed boiled potatoes, roasted crushed peanuts, chopped green chillies, coriander and sendha namak. Shape the mixture into small, flat patties. Deep fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown
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Prepare a flowing batter with rajgira atta, water, grated ginger and green chilli paste. Add a pinch of rock salt. Pour onto a hot non-stick pan, spread thinly and cook until crisp on both sides. Serve with vrat chutney or aloo sabzi
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Boil sweet potatoes until soft. Peel and cube them, then toss with lemon juice, rock salt, roasted cumin powder, and chopped fresh coriander. Serve warm or chilled. This fibre-rich dish is both sweet and tangy
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Boil and grate sweet potatoes. In a saucepan, simmer them in full-fat milk with cardamom powder, saffron strands, and jaggery. Stir continuously until thick and creamy. Garnish with almonds or pistachios. Serve warm or chilled
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Chop seasonal fruits like bananas, apples, grapes, and pomegranate. Add lemon juice, a pinch of rock salt and black pepper. This refreshing bowl is hydrating and ideal for those wanting a lighter fasting meal option
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Combine chopped fruits with fresh homemade curd. Add honey, chopped mint, and a small pinch of cardamom. Mix gently and serve chilled. This dish is cooling, nutritious and ideal when you need a balanced sweet-and-savoury bowl
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Dry roast cashews on low heat till they turn light golden and crisp. Add a teaspoon of ghee, rock salt, black pepper and chilli powder. These crunchy nuts offer protein, healthy fats and make an energising mid-day fasting snack
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Blend 1 cup of chilled curd with half a cup of milk, a little sugar or honey for sweetness, a few chopped dry fruits, and a pinch of saffron (kesar). It supports digestion and is very refreshing, especially on fasting days
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