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Diwali is the season of lights, laughter and sweets, but consuming too much of traditional sweets can increase sugar levels and affect your health. Nutritionist and weight loss expert Suman Aggarwal, in her October 18 Instagram post, shared some healthy options to enjoy the guilt-free festivities while celebrating the festival spirit. (Also read: ‘Sweets are more harmful than you think’, says Fortis gastroenterologist; Share the right way to eat them this Diwali ,
1. Apple Almond Rabdi
A smooth, low-fat dessert made with apple chunks and flavored with cinnamon.
Makes: 2½ cups serving size: ½ cup Serves: 5
prep time: 5 minutes | cooking time: 25 minutes
Material:
20 almonds, finely chopped
3 tbsp sugar
1 liter double toned milk (1.5% fat)
¼ tsp cinnamon powder
½ large apple
Instruction:
1. Boil the milk till it reduces to half, add sugar and boil for 2 more minutes.
2. Peel and finely chop the apples (do not pre-cut to avoid browning).
3. Mix apples, almonds and cinnamon powder.
Nutrition (per serving): 152 kcal Protein: 7 grams thick: 5 grams Carbohydrates: 20 grams Calcium: 228 mg | Fiber: 0.2 grams Iron: 0.3 mg
2. Bliss Balls
Sugar-free bites to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Makes: 14 | serving size: 1 | prep time: 1 minute | cooking time: 10 minutes
Material:
12 large pitted dates
6 walnuts
6 almonds
½ cup desiccated coconut + 2 tbsp for rolling
2 tbsp cocoa powder
Instruction:
1. Grind all the ingredients (except 2 tbsp coconut) until smooth but slightly crunchy.
2. Divide the mixture into 14 parts and make balls.
3. Roll balls in remaining coconut.
4. Store in an airtight container or refrigerate.
Nutrition (per serving): 89 kcal Protein: 1 gram thick: 3 grams Carbohydrates: 13 grams Calcium: 25 mg | Fiber: 1.5 grams Iron: 1 mg
3. Doodhi Halwa with Dry Fruits
Melt-in-your-mouth delight that’s low in fat.
Makes: 3 cups | serving size: ½ cup Serves: 6
prep time: 5 minutes | cooking time: 35 minutes
Material:
4 cups gourd (gourd), grated
1 liter fat-free milk (0–0.8% fat)
17 Almonds, Juliend
16 cashews, julienned
1½ tsp cardamom powder
1/3 cup sugar
Instruction:
1. Boil the milk until it reduces to half.
2. Squeeze the milk to remove water; Fry for 5 minutes, cover and steam for 10 minutes.
3. Add reduced milk, cook while stirring.
4. Mix sugar, almonds, cashews; Cook the pudding until it thickens.
5. Add cardamom powder and serve hot or cold.
Nutrition (per serving): 156 kcal Protein: 7.5 grams | thick: 4.3 grams Carbohydrates: 21.5 grams Calcium: 273 mg | Fiber: 0.6 grams Iron: 0.8 mg
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