Make these delicious and healthy Satvik dishes for Navratri fast (Picture Credit- AI Generated)
Lifestyle Desk, New Delhi. Satvik food means food that keeps the mind and body pure and light. It is light, digestible and energy giving. Satvik food includes fresh fruits, vegetables, grains and natural spices.
These can be consumed not only in detox but also during fasting and normal lifestyle. So let us know about some such satvik recipes, which are best in both taste and health.
The most common dish during fasting days is Sama rice khichdi. To make this, wash Sama rice and keep it aside. Heat ghee, add cumin and green chillies in it. Now fry small potato pieces and peanuts. Finally add sama rice, add water and cover and cook. This dish is light and filling.
Sabudana Khichdi is a good option for fasting as well as detox diet. Wash sago and soak it for 2-3 hours. Add ghee in a pan and fry peanuts, then add potatoes and green chillies. Now add sago and cook till it becomes soft. Add lemon and green coriander on top. It is the best source of energy and carbs.
Sweet potato is best for detox. Cut boiled sweet potatoes into small pieces. Add rock salt, black pepper and lemon juice on it. If desired, garnish with green coriander. Apart from being delicious, this chaat is also rich in iron and fibre, which also improves digestion.
Bottle gourd raita is an easy to digest and cooling dish. Boil bottle gourd and grate it. Beat the curd and add bottle gourd to it. Now add rock salt and roasted cumin powder. Serve cold only. This raita keeps the stomach light and strengthens digestion.
Buckwheat Paratha is the best option to satisfy hunger during fasting. Mix boiled potatoes and buckwheat flour and knead the dough. Add rock salt and green chilli. Roll out the parathas and bake them on a pan with ghee. Serve it with curd or green chutney.
Fruit smoothie is very useful for both detox and fasting. Add banana, apple and pomegranate seeds in it. Blend them in a mixer with curd or coconut water. If desired, add honey to enhance the taste. This smoothie is refreshing, energy boosting and full of nutrition.
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