Three Navratri special Fruits and vegetables salads to eat this festive season.
This Navaratri is only an auspicious and religious festival but, also marks the beginning of a new year as per the Hindu calendar. The Navaratri days are significant where devotees show their love and devotion to the goddess with discipline and strength by fasting during these days. People fast and worship the Goddess with deep faith, making this period not just religious relevant but, also making it spiritually transformative
“The fasting period is not only seen as a period of devotion but, is also a reset for the body, it is a mindful lifestyle practice.”
These nine days are observed as pure devotion. So, instead of opting for friend food loaded with calories, opt for healthy options this Navaratri. What you choose in your Navaratri food menu makes all the difference. So here we are sharing some Navaratri recipes, some fasting food for Navaratri that you must try out this Navratri:
A refreshing salad packed it vitamins, minerals and fiber. Easy to digest but, keeps you fuller for a longer time. This salad is perfect for your fasting days. High on flavor and the natural sweetness of the fruits is refreshing and energizing at the same time. Have it during the day time or as mid-day snack.
Recipe:
· Chop seasonal fruits like apple, banana, and papaya into bite-sized pieces.
· Add a handful of pomegranate seeds for freshness.
· Toss in almonds and walnuts (lightly chopped).
· Drizzle 1–2 teaspoons of honey.
· Add a few drops of lemon juice and a pinch of sendha namak.
· Mix gently and serve fresh.
One can also choose and add from Debon’s exotic range of fruits like berries to add that extra flavour and punch of nutrients.
Kuttu Veggie Salad
Buckwheat is loaded with healthy protein and consuming it during your fasting days is the best thing you can do. It is consumed heavily during fasts in the form of Indian breads but, here is the twist you can actually make a healthy salad out of this. Specially, for people who aren’t a big fan of sweet salads, this one is for you. Add your favorite vegetables from Debon and enjoy!
Recipe:
· Boil or roast 1 cup of Kuttu until soft and let it cool.
· Add chopped cucumber and boiled potato cubes.
· (Optional) Add chopped tomatoes if included in your fast.
· Mix in green chilies and fresh coriander.
· Add lemon juice, sendha namak, and a pinch of black pepper.
· Toss well and serve at room temperature.
Sweet Potato and Cucumber Salad
Sweet and refreshing flavours, this salad is a mix of both. Where sweet potato adds the mild sweetness and helps you in keeping your energy levels maintained, the cucumber keeps you cool and hydrated. It also adds that twist of freshness to the salad which adds the extra texture and flavour. Shop your favourite green leafy vegetables from Debon and top it up on this salad for that extra crunch.
Recipe:
· Boil sweet potatoes, peel, and cut into cubes.
· Chop fresh cucumber into small pieces.
· Combine both in a bowl.
· Add roasted cumin powder and black pepper.
· Drizzle lemon juice and add sendha namak to taste.
· Toss gently and serve fresh or slightly chilled.
So, this Navratri try out these easy fasting recipes to your Navaratri food menu. Shop for your favourite nutrient rich and healthy fruits and vegetables from Debon. Now delivered to your door step.
Summary
This Navratri is not only a deeply auspicious and religious festival but also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year, making it a time of renewal, devotion, and inner transformation. The nine days symbolize discipline, strength, and unwavering faith as devotees honour the Goddess through fasting and prayer. Beyond its spiritual significance, fasting during Navratri also serves as a mindful lifestyle practice, helping the body reset while encouraging cleaner, healthier eating habits. Choosing light, nourishing foods over fried, calorie-heavy options can make a significant difference, allowing you to stay energized and balanced throughout the fast. With simple, wholesome recipes like fruit and nut salad, kuttu veggie salad, and sweet potato & cucumber salad, this Navratri becomes the perfect blend of devotion, health, and mindful living.
Happy Fasting!
By-
Akanksha Rajora