8 desi street snacks for health enthusiasts

ET Online Aug 12, 2025

Roasted Sweet Potato Chaat

Oven-roast shakarkandi, toss with chaat masala, lemon, onions, coriander, and pomegranate for a warm, fiber-rich bowl. Image Source: iStock

Sprouts Power Chaat

Moong and chana sprouts with onions, tomatoes, cucumber, roasted peanuts, green chutney, lemon, and a dash of black salt. Image Source: iStock

Millet Bhel

Swap puffed rice with mixed millets or jowar puffs, add veggies, sev-lite, and tangy imli chutney for crunch without deep-fry. Image Source: iStock

Air-Fried Paneer Tikka

Marinate in hung curd, spices, and lemon; air-fry with peppers and onions for a protein-forward skewer. Image Source: iStock

Baked Samosa, Same Masala

Whole-wheat shell, peas and spiced potato filling; brush with oil and bake for that flaky bite minus the vat of oil. Image Source: iStock

Dahi Puri, Lightened

Use small whole-wheat puris, thick whisked curd, sprouts or boiled chana, and minimal sev; finish with jeera and pudina chutneys. Image Source: iStock

Poha Veg Cutlets (Pan-Seared)

Soaked poha mixed with grated veggies, herbs, and spices; shape and shallow-cook till crisp for snack-time satisfaction. Image Source: iStock

Chana Chaat, Street-Style Clean

Boiled chickpeas with onions, tomatoes, green chilies, tamarind, lemon, and roasted cumin; top with coriander and a few papdi shards for texture. Image Source: iStock

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