20+Sattvic Navratri Recipes
on Sep 03, 2024
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From snacks to desserts, here’s a round up of over 15 Navratri recipes. All these recipes contain no onion, garlic and are perfect even if you’re fasting!
Navratri is a popular festival in India that celebrates the triumph of good over evil, and it’s just round the corner! A lot of people observe a fast during these days and only eat sattvic food cooked without any onion and garlic. If this is you, then you’ve come to the right place! Scroll down for a list of over 20 recipes that are perfect for Navratri. All these recipes are not just sattvic and fast-friendly, but also easy to make and really delicious!
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Main Course Navratri Recipes
Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana Khichdi is a delicious, filling breakfast or meal option made with Sago pearls and a few basic spices. With barely 9 ingredients, this is a fast, easy recipe. It's very popular during Navratri as a fasting recipe.
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No Onion Garlic Shaam Savera Kofta
Shaam Savera or Palak Paneer Kofta Curry is a delicious way to up your kofta game and put something on the table that really stands out. This is a no onion garlic recipe for those who follow the sattvic lifestyle or want something extra special for Navratri
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Potato Curry (No Onion Garlic)
This is the simplest, easiest potato curry. It has no onion no garlic and uses just one spice. But don't worry, the simplest flavours come together to make a really delicious curry!
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Snacks For Navratri
Sabudana Vada Bombs stuffed with Paneer
Taking Sabudana Vadas to the next level with these amazing Sabudana Bombs that have a delicious, creamy paneer filling inside. These are hearty, filling cutlets that are perfect for breakfast or as a snack, and can be made for Navratri as a fasting dish.
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Air Fryer Roasted Makhana and Nuts
Makhana is the new healthy snack! It's wonderfully crispy, irresistibly crunchy, and oh-so-delicious, plus, they're a breeze to whip up. With the air fryer at work, there's no need for excess oil, and in just 20 minutes, you've got a wholesome snack ready to enjoy!
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Kachhe Kele (Green Plantain) ke Kebab – Vegan and Gluten Free
Kachhe kele ke kebab are made with raw bananas or green plantains and are a healthy and nutritious snack, particular during Navratri. Check out this easy recipe which is also vegan and gluten free!
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Best Homemade French Fries
Always wanted to make crispy, fast food joint style french fries at home? These are better than the french fries you get outside because you know exactly what goes into them. It takes a few steps but the result is gorgeous golden, crispy fries that can be served immediately or frozen for later so you always have a stash in your freezer.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Who does not love French Fries? Bonus points if it's healthy too! These quick and easy sweet potato fries make for the perfect snack for when the 5pm hunger strikes. Simply omit garlic powder to make these Navrati friendly!
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Desserts For Navratri
Sooji Halwa
This dessert made of semolina is my mum's recipe which has a very caramel and nutty note that just makes it absolutely delectable.
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Coconut Barfi
Coconut Barfi is one of the easiest Indian desserts that only need 5 ingredients and 30 minutes. Who would've thought making mithai at home would be so easy!
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Instant Rabdi
Here's the short and sweet way to make delicious Instant Rabdi! I’m showing you how to cut the time to make rabri in half with some paneer and condensed milk.
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Side Dishes For Navratri
Cucumber Raita (Kheere ka Raita)
Cucumber Raita or Kheera Raita is an aazing summer dish which is made with grated or chopped cucumber and curd (also known as yoghurt). It pairs well with most Indian dishes.
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Drink Recipes For Navratri
Healthy Vegan Frozen Peach Mango Smoothie
Super healthy peach mango smoothie is vegan and the frozen fruit makes it thick and dessert like! Also get my top tips for making the best smoothies!
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Frozen Strawberry Greek Yogurt Smoothie (10 minute Breakfast)
Frozen strawberry greek yogurt smoothie is thick, creamy and utterly delicious! This strawberry smoothie with yogurt is the perfect protein and nutrient rich 10 minute breakfast for busy days.
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Strawberry Banana Coconut Smoothie (Vegan, Paleo, Whole30)
Simple, healthy strawberry banana coconut smoothie made with fresh fruits for a great start to your day! This breakfast smoothie is vegan, whole30 and paleo.
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Mango Chia Seed Breakfast Drink
Easy recipe ratio to make your own Mango Chia Seed Breakfast Drink or Smoothie. Fast, healthy and filling, this is a must-try breakfast dish!
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Creamy Mango Lassi
This Mango Lassi is made with less than five ingredients and is the perfect creamy, chilled drink that also happens to be gut healthy! Blended together, this takes less than five minutes to make.
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More Navratri Recipes To Explore
- Sama Ke Chawal – This is a banyard millet khichdi that makes for the perfect light and healthy meal. Serve it with some potato curry and curd to make it more wholesome and delicious.
- Sabudana Thalipeeth – A Maharashtrian specialty. Sabudana, potato and peanuts come together to make this crispy flatbread for a filling breakfast during fasting days.
- Rajgira Roti – Another flatbread made from rajgira or amaranth flour. Have it with potato curry, cucumber raita for a filling and wholesome meal.
- Sabudana kheer: This is a quick and easy Navratri dessert made with three simple ingredients – sabudana or tapioca pearls, milk, and sugar. This kheer is loaded with carbs, and therefore is an excellent choice to stay full and satiated for a longer period of time.
