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Rainy Day Cravings? Try These 5 Healthy Indian Monsoon Recipes

Blog Author: Shubhangi Dubey

Published: July 16th, 2025

Read Time: 6 Mins

We know you’re craving crispy, spicy snacks while it’s raining at full length, with comforting and cozy vibes.

But while traditional monsoon treats are often rich and indulgent, this season doesn’t have to be an excuse to compromise on health.

Don’t worry, you can still enjoy your favorite monsoon snacks without compromising on oil and fats.

Here are the top 5 healthy Indian monsoon recipes, reimagined for a healthy treat, so you can snack smart this season!

TABLE OF CONTENT

Baked Samosa with Multigrain Wrapper
Air-Fried Pakoras (Bhajiya) with Besan & Greens
Steamed Khaman & Dhokla
Appam with Coconut Veggie Stew
Moong Dal Dosa (Pesarattu)
Final Thoughts

1. Baked Samosa with Multigrain Wrapper

Nothing speaks of monsoon fun like Hot samosa with masala chai. But traditional samosas are loaded with refined flour and deep-fried.

Try this Baked Samosa with Multigrain Wrapper recipe:

What’s healthier:

Use a mix of whole wheat flour, jowar, oats flour, and ragi for the outer crust instead of refined flour.
Bake your multigrain samosas instead of frying - brush with olive oil and bake at 200°C until golden.
You can stick to the classic potato-peas mix or get creative with sweet potato, sprouts, or even tofu-panner for added protein.

Pro Tip: Add a teaspoon of roasted fennel and crushed coriander seeds to the filling for an extra flavor punch.

2. Air-Fried Pakoras (Bhajiya) with Besan & Greens

You cannot resist India’s favorite hot onion bhajiya and crispy spinach pakodas while it pours outside?

You can switch the traditional version with an air-fried or oven-baked technique.

What’s healthier:

Use besan or chickpea flour with shredded spinach, cabbage, methi leaves, onions, and green chilli.
Add ajwain, chilli flakes, a pinch of baking soda, and haldi for gentle fluffiness on your pakodas.
Instead of deep frying the pakodas, drop spoonfuls into the air fryers or on a baking tray.

Bonus: Serve with mint chutney made with yogurt instead of coconut-heavy dips.

3. Steamed Khaman & Dhokla

Gujarat has given us wonderfully fluffy and steamed khaman dhokla - a perfect guilt-free snack for any weather.

Steamed khaman & dhokla are already healthy and give a delightful taste in the rainy weather.

What’s healthier:

Dhoklas are made from khiru or fermented besan; they’re rich in protein and light on the stomach.
Steamed khaman and dhokla are already made with less oil and steamed to perfection for cooking.
Temper with mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chillies, and sesame in just a teaspoon of oil.

Serving idea: Pair with green chutney and a cup of warm masala tea for the ultimate cozy combo.

Want to skip all the prep and enjoy a quick, tasty meal? Try ready-to-eat organic khaman dhokla mix.

4. Appam with Coconut Veggie Stew

Aappams are a soft-lacy edged Kerala classic paired beautifully with spicy-sweet coconut stew, and they’re naturally healthy.

These Kerala classics improve digestibility and increase probiotic content, which is great for gut health.

What’s healthier:

To make appam more nutritious, try using fermented brown rice batter that increases the fiber content.
Cook appams with minimal oil and in a non-stick appam pam (appachatti).
Make the stew with light coconut milk, various vegetables (carrot, beans, peas), curry leaves, and a touch of pepper.

Why it's perfect: Light, warm, and comforting — ideal for those damp monsoon evenings.

5. Moong Dal Dosa (Pesarattu)

Dosa is traditionally made from rice and urad dal, a classic treat from South India.

You can try Pesarattu, a moong dal dosa that is high in protein, crisp, and quick to whip up without fermentation.

What’s healthier:

Soak green moong dal for at least 4-5 hours and blend with ginger, green chilli, and cumin.
Pour a little oil on a non-stick tawa and cook till it turns golden.
Avoid the traditional potato stuffing and try sautéed veggies or serve with tomato-onion chutney for a delicious twist.

Quick Tip: Add spinach or coriander to the batter for extra nutrition.

Final Thoughts:

Monsoons are made for delightful indulgence, but that doesn’t mean you have to abandon your health and weight-loss goals.

By baking, steaming, or air-frying your favorite monsoon snacks, you get all the flavor and comfort without the guilt.

So the next time the rains pour and your cravings rise, try our healthy monsoon recipes and taste buds (and your body) will thank you.

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