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Low Calorie Indian Snacks & Starters recipes


Last Updated : Apr 12,2024



 Low Calorie Indian Starters, Low Calorie Indian Snacks | weight loss Indian snacks, starters |

low calorie Indian snacks. low calorie Indian starters. No one would like to give up snacks and starters, even when on a weight loss regime. This section is an attempt to make the weight loss menu more interesting. With more than 100 recipes in this section, you are sure to be pleased by a few.

Buckwheat DhoklasBuckwheat Dhoklas

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With options like Baked Oats Puri and Buckwheat Dhoklas, Bajra Carrot and Onion Uttapa and Masala Vadai from South, Cauliflower and Oats Tikki .

Baked Oats PuriBaked Oats Puri

Healthy Moong Chaat from North along with Jowar and Til Nimki from East, this section has recipes to please people across India.

Bajra, Carrot and Onion UttapaBajra, Carrot and Onion Uttapa

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Along with these also find a few more recipes like Lettuce Wraps, Masala Baked Twisters, Almond Bread, Broccoli and Paneer Satay in Red Pepper Sauce etc. to add more variety to your snacks.

Almond Bread, Homemade Almond Bread Without EggsAlmond Bread, Homemade Almond Bread Without Eggs

Remember to….

1. Befriend veggies and sprouts to create your own healthy snack.

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2. Not get carried away too much with the flavours of these snacks. Keep a check on your portion size.

Oats IdliOats Idli

3. Cook certain snacks like Low Fat fries absolutely occasionally. Treat yourself with it when you have achieved a particular weight loss goal.

Buckwheat Pancakes, Kuttu Pancake Diabetic Snacks
Buckwheat Pancakes, Kuttu Pancake Diabetic Snacks

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4. Not serve these snacks with fat laden accompaniments.

Low Calorie Indian Snacks & Starters, Steamed Snacks

Sprouts DhoklaSprouts Dhokla

1. These Karela Muthias will surely make you a fan of karela, the addition of onions and garlic adds to its flavour. They are good for weight watchers and also diabetic friendly.

 Karela Muthias Karela Muthias

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2. Oats Methi Muthia recipe proves that you can make healthier versions of almost any dish by throwing in a few thoughtful ingredients like oats and methi in this case. Steaming ensures minimal use of oil making this a great option for weight-watchers.

Oats Methi MuthiaOats Methi Muthia

3. Dal Pandoli is a gujarati steamed snack great for weight loss loaded with nutrients like protein, fibre, vitamin A and iron.

Dal Pandoli
Dal Pandoli

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Enjoy this healthy steamed snack with Healthy Green Chutney.

Low Calorie Indian Snacks & Starters, Low Calorie Tikkis

Chana Dal and Cabbage TikkiChana Dal and Cabbage Tikki

Be it a kid or an adult, tikkis are loved by one and all. Make your tikkis fibre rich by adding ingredients like oats and sprouts.

1. Mixed Sprouts and Chana Dal Tikki is a great way to add fibre to your daily diet, have them with low calorie chutney or low calorie dips of your choice.

 Mixed Sprouts and Chana Dal Tikki Mixed Sprouts and Chana Dal Tikki

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2. Oats and Moong Dal Tikki is perfect for evening snacks to satisfy your hungry tummy as they are quite filling. Add goodness of soya and spinach to your tikkis.

Oats Moong Dal Tikk

Oats Moong Dal Tikki

3. Hara Bhara Soya Tikkis, it’s good for people on a weight loss diet. Moreover, the garlic in it will also help in reducing cholesterol levels.

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Low calorie Indian starters

1. Malai paneer balls mixed with sesame seeds

Malai Paneer Mixed Sesame Seed Balls, Cold StarterMalai Paneer Mixed Sesame Seed Balls, Cold Starter

2. Malai paneer dill balls

Malai Paneer Dill Balls, Cold StarterMalai Paneer Dill Balls, Cold Starter

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3.  Masala Appe : Quick and easy snack made with idli batter, the Masala Appe is worth calling as Magic Appe, because it’s superb texture and amazing flavour make it a great hit with everybody. 

Masala AppeMasala Appe

4. Spicy tava idlis : leftover idlis cooked on a tava in butter with Indian spices and vegetables. Hence they are also called South Indian tava vegetable idlis due to the presence of onions and tomatoes.

 Spicy Tava Idlis Spicy Tava Idlis

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5. This healthy  moong dal paneer tikki is good for your heart, helps control acidity and can be enjoyed by diabetics too. The fibre in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries, thereby improving heart health. 

Moong Dal and Paneer Tikki (low Calorie Snack)

Moong Dal and Paneer Tikki (low Calorie Snack)

6. Moong dal ki chaathealthy moong dal chaat has a combo of protein rich yellow moong dal and nutria-dense fruits and veggies. 

 Moong Dal Ki Chaat (100 Calorie Snacks) Moong Dal Ki Chaat (100 Calorie Snacks)

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Low Calorie Gujarati recipes

The Gujaratis love their low calorie homemade snacks from

1. Moong Dal Dhokla

Moong Dal DhoklaMoong Dal Dhokla

2.  Green Peas Panki

Green Pea PankisGreen Pea Pankis

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3.  Methi Moong Dal Dhokla  

Methi Moong Dal DhoklaMethi Moong Dal Dhokla

4. Nachni Khichu which is rich in proteinfibre and iron.

5.  Masala Khakhra  with only 54 calories

Masala KhakhraMasala Khakhra

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6. healthy khakhra chivda as perfect snacks to carry on the go or keep at work.

 Healthy Khakhra Chivda, Healthy Jar Snack Healthy Khakhra Chivda, Healthy Jar Snack

Low calorie healthy South Indian recipes

See the healthiest low calorie idli options we have.

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1. dal and vegetable idli recipe

Dal and Vegetable IdliDal and Vegetable Idli

2.  moong sprouts and palak idli recipe,

 Sprouts and Palak Idli Sprouts and Palak Idli

3.  green moong dal and vegetable idli recipe or 

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4. barley idli which has no rice.

Barley IdliBarley Idli

Low calorie healthy Indian rotis :

Our collection of rotis does not use plain flour, sugar, or any other unhealthy ingredients.

1. bajra roti,

RotlaBajra Rotla

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2.  jowar roti, .

 Jowar Roti

 Jowar Roti

3. stuffed nachni roti recipe , 

Stuffed Nachni Roti, Healthy Ragi RotiStuffed Nachni Roti, Healthy Ragi Roti

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4. ragi roti recipe, and 

Ragi Roti

Ragi Roti

5. whole wheat roti

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See our super healthy low calorie dosa recipes. These recipes have no rice used.

1.  nachni dosa

Nachni Dosa, Ragi Dosa Made with Whole NachniNachni Dosa, Ragi Dosa Made with Whole Nachni

2. quinoa dosa

Quinoa DosaQuinoa Dosa

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3. oats dosa,  

Healthy Oats DosaHealthy Oats Dosa

4. 4 Flour Dosa recipe

 4 Flour Dosa, Mixed Flour Dosa 4 Flour Dosa, Mixed Flour Dosa

5. spinach dosa  or 

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6. buckwheat dosa which has ZERO rice used.

Buckwheat DosaBuckwheat Dosa

Serve it with a healthy sambar or coconut chutney.

Coconut ChutneyCoconut Chutney

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Enjoy these low calorie Indian snacks, low calorie Indian starters with a healthy accompaniment of your choice and the low calorier articles below.

Low Calorie Chutneys

Low Calorie Rice / Pulao / Khichdi / Biryani

Low Calorie Rotis Parathas

Low Calorie Salads & Raitas

Low Calorie Soups


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Green Pea Pankis
Recipe# 3556
26 Nov 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Panki is a popular Gujarati snack made of a rice flour batter that is cooked between 2 banana leaves. Green peas added to the panki batter make it look more appealing and enhance its fibre value. Serve these steamed hot pankis with the spicy Mint and Coriander Chutney.
Grilled Mushrooms, Healthy Accompaniment
Recipe# 42302
21 Jul 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Sometimes, it’s mind-blowing how the simplest of cooking procedures and the most minimal ingredients yield the tastiest of foods! Here, if you look at this super-healthy starter, the mushrooms are grilled with olive oil and minimally seasoned with salt and pepper. Yet, the outcome is so tasty th ....
Grilled Zucchini and Carrots
Recipe# 42335
27 Nov 19

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Hungry kya? Try this instant snack instead of reaching out to junk foods. Grilled Zucchini and Carrots is an elegantly flavoured and healthy snack that cooks instantly. A simple snack of veggies drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with sea-salt and pepper, this is a good way to benefit from the ....
Hara Bhara Kebabs
Recipe# 3490
20 Aug 11

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 by Tarla Dalal
A healthy vegetarian version of kebabs with a tasty blend of ingredients. The spinach adds to its vitamin a content while contributing very little to the carbohydrate levels. The green peas add bulk and fibre to this dish. Roll these kebabs in whole wheat bread crumbs to make them more nourishing th ....
Hare Chane Ke Kebab
Recipe# 5688
21 Apr 23

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 by Tarla Dalal
hare chane ke kebab recipe | hare chana ki tikki | healthy green chickpeas kabab | with 40 images. hare chane ke kebab is healthy tikkis cooked on a tava. Learn to make ....
Healthy Bean Quesadilla
Recipe# 22260
11 Jan 11

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Quesadillas are a wonderful anytime snack. Handy tortillas packed with our favourite fillings, they can be made into a very satiating and tasty one-dish meal . Yet, there is the niggling worry that maida makes the tortillas unhealthy. Here is a healt ....
Healthy Vada Pav
Recipe# 4077
19 Jul 20

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Yummmmm, Vada Pav ! It is now possible to prepare Mumbai’s favourite street food in a healthy form that has less than half the fat and much less calories than the authentic vendor-made version. This is made possible by modifying the cooking method slightly, avoiding ....
High Fibre Chillas, Buckwheat Oats Indian Pancake
Recipe# 3546
02 Oct 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
high fibre chillas | healthy chillas | buckwheat and oats Indian pancake | no fermentation chilla | with 24 amazing images Here, these scrumptious buckwheat and oats Ind ....
How To Sprout Moong, Mung Beans
Recipe# 40323
08 Nov 22

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by Tarla Dalal
how to sprout moong | healthy mung beans sprouts | how to sprout mung beans at home | how to make sprouts | with 23 amazing images. Healthy Mung Beans Sprouts is ....
Jhatpat Waffle (100 Calorie Snacks)
Recipe# 32594
11 Sep 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 2 pieces i’ve given the humble idli-dosa batter a twist. Carrots, coriander and green chillies add oodles of flavour and fibre, making this the yummiest waffle ever!
Jowar and Tomato Uttapam, Healthy Snack
Recipe# 22349
18 Apr 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
jowar and tomato uttapam recipe | healthy jowar uttapam | Indian snack with jowar | with 25 amazing images. jowar and tomato uttapam recipe | healthy jowar uttapam
Khumbh Ke Kebab ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35021
11 Sep 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Here is a wonderful combination of mushrooms and oats that is jazzed up with the flavours of green chillies, coriander, onions and pepper. Low in calories, rich in protein, this is a perfect choice even for the health conscious.
Lettuce Wraps (100 Calorie Snacks)
Recipe# 32606
21 Jan 09

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Suggested serving size for 100 calories: 2 wraps make the best use of aromatic basil, tangy lemon juice, spicy dry red chillies and zesty soya sauce in these remarkable lettuce wraps. Antioxidant rich veggies add loads of health as well.
Low Calorie Dahi Vada, Dahi Bhalle
Recipe# 33325
09 Nov 22

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
low calorie dahi vada | non fried dahi vada | healthy no fry dahi bhalle | with 41 amazing images. These yummy looking dahi vadas are not fried, they are cooked dumplings dunked in thick yo ....
Low Calorie Medu Vada
Recipe# 40194
28 Apr 23

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 by Tarla Dalal
low calorie medu vada | non fried medu vada | medu vada appe | healthy urad dal vada | with 25 amazing images. low calorie medu vada is a non-fried vada made fro ....
Low Calorie Sev Puri
Recipe# 4072
11 May 20

 
 by Tarla Dalal
low calorie sev puri recipe | healthy rajma sev puri | low calorie Indian chaat | with 26 amazing images. low calorie sev puri is a healthy sev puri which is a v ....
Low Fat Fries
Recipe# 4070
11 Sep 19

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 by Tarla Dalal
The Sun may rise in the west but Fries cannot be low-fat; that is what many people think! Sshh… we will tell you a secret today, so you can savour French Fries occasionally without adding too many inches to your waistline. With ....
Makhmali Paneer Tikka ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 34730
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
True to its name, this tikka will melt in your mouth and delight your palate! replacing the fat-laden white gravy of cream and cashews with whole wheat bread mayonnaise results in a healthier version, which you can serve in portions of two pieces.
Masala Makhana Recipe, Healthy Lotus Seed Snack
Recipe# 42412
29 Oct 20

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 by Tarla Dalal
masala makhana recipe | spicy masala makhana | healthy makhana |masala phool makhana | roasted makhana in 10 minutes | masala makhana ....
Masaledar Mixed Sprouts Sandwich ( Diabetic Recipe)
Recipe# 39611
23 Oct 18

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Are you on a diet, and feeling forlorn about not being able to have buttery grilled potato sandwiches? Well, this Masaledar Mixed Sprouts Sandwich is so tasty you will never feel tempted to reach for such unhealthy sandwiches again. With fibre plus protein rich sprouts and loads of veggies sautéed w ....
Mini Bajra Urad Dal Uttapam
Recipe# 39894
04 Aug 21

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
bajra urad dal uttapam recipe | rice bajra urad dal uttapam | mini bajra uttapam breakfast recipe | easy bajra mini uttapam | with 43 amazing images. bajra urad dal utta ....
Mini Nachni and Bajra Khakhra
Recipe# 5685
04 Nov 20

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
nachni bajra khakhra recipe | healthy ragi khakhra | masala nachni khakhra | healthy snack | nachni bajra khakhra is a jar snack which can be enjoyed by one and a ....
Mini Oats Bhakri Pizza
Recipe# 40709
12 May 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
mini oats bhakri pizza recipe | healthy oats pizza | oats flour pizza no eggs | Indian style bhakri pizza | with 28 amazing images. oats bhakri pizza is a nourish ....
Mint and Masoor Tikkis
Recipe# 3489
10 Oct 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
mint masoor tikki recipe | pudina masoor tikki | healthy masoor tikki | low calorie Indian starter | with 32 amazing images. A healthy way of combining an unusual leafy vegetable like mint ....
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Low Calorie Snacks & Starters
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 on 14 Sep 17 03:25 PM


Love your collection of Low Cal Snacks. Recommend the Sprouted Moong and Methi Chila as its healthy and made it lots of time.