Raksha Bandhan 2025: 6 healthy veg snacks under 30 mins to make your sibling smile

Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with delicious Indian snacks that are quick to prepare. From savoury bites to sweet treats, these 6 recipes are ready in under 30 minutes for a perfect festive spread.
Paneer tikka is a protein-rich snack that’s delicious and quick to make. Soft paneer cubes are marinated in yoghurt mixed with ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and spices like turmeric, chilli powder, and garam masala. They’re skewered along with onion, capsicum, and tomato, then grilled on a pan or baked in the oven until slightly charred. The result is smoky, tangy, and full of flavour — perfect for siblings who love a wholesome snack without excess oil.

A healthier twist on the beloved Indian street food, this version uses an air fryer instead of deep frying. Boiled potatoes are mashed and mixed with peas, chopped coriander, green chillies, and spices. The mix is shaped into small patties and air-fried until golden and crisp on the outside but soft inside. They taste great with mint chutney and are lighter, making them perfect for guilt-free festive indulgence.

Sprouts chaat is fresh, tangy, and full of nutrients. Steamed moong sprouts are tossed with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, coriander, green chillies, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of chaat masala. It’s high in protein, low in calories, and ready in just 10 minutes. You can also add pomegranate seeds for sweetness and crunch, making it a colourful, refreshing addition to your Raksha Bandhan platter.

This snack is both pretty to look at and nutritious. Colourful bell peppers are hollowed out and filled with a sautéed mix of chopped vegetables, spices, and sometimes a little paneer or boiled potato for texture. They’re then roasted in the oven or cooked in a pan until the capsicum turns tender but still holds its shape. The sweetness of the capsicum pairs beautifully with the spiced filling, making it a wholesome treat.

Instead of deep frying, these pakoras are baked to keep them light yet flavourful. Vegetables like onions, spinach, carrots, or cauliflower are chopped and coated in a batter made from gram flour, water, and spices like ajwain and turmeric. The mixture is placed on a baking tray and baked until golden and crispy. You still get that comforting pakora taste, but with far less oil — making it a smart festive choice.

A quick, fuss-free snack that’s always a hit. Fresh or frozen corn kernels are steamed until tender, then mixed with butter or olive oil, chaat masala, lemon juice, chopped coriander, and a dash of chilli powder. It’s tangy, spicy, and naturally sweet from the corn. Plus, it’s high in fibre and vitamin-rich — great for a light bite during the festival.