Diwali 2023: Healthy Diwali Treats for Diabetics

With the onset of the festive season in India from the month of October to January, people indulge in overeating and binge eating. This is the time of year when people often forget when and where to stop. However, sugary foods and festivals are inseparable. This can increase your blood sugar and blood pressure levels.

Lauki Kheer: Incorporating vegetables into dessert may not sound immediately appealing, but it can be a delightful revelation. Lauki kheer, made with low-fat milk, chia seeds and green cardamom, and sweetened with jaggery, transforms into a unique, healthy and delicious treat that is diabetes-friendly.

Samvat Rice Phirni: Spice up your Diwali festivities with the exquisite Samvat Rice Phirni. Start by soaking and finely crushing the samvat rice to perfection. At the same time, boil the milk and let it reduce by half, achieving a creamy texture. Mix prepared rice with saffron threads and grated jaggery, or opt for a sugar-free alternative like stevia for a guilt-free indulgence.

Apple Rabri: Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apple Rabri, a simple yet nutritious twist on the classic Rabri. Using a combination of low-fat milk, apples and dried fruits, this recipe promises a healthy treat. Start by boiling and reducing the milk, then add apples, fragrant cardamom powder, and an assortment of dry fruits for a delicious experience.

Fig Basundi: Start the culinary journey with a quick preparation of Fig Basundi. Start with boiling milk with essence of cardamom powder, let it reduce by half. Add the soaked figs (figs) to the boiling mixture and continue to cook until the mixture thickens. Serve this delicious fig basundi garnished with a generous sprinkling of assorted almonds.

Apricot Halwa: Indulge in the delightful texture of apricot halwa by starting the process in a pan. Start by adding a touch of ghee, dry roasted almonds and coconut, then keep it aside. Then, add velvety apricot paste along with coconut, almonds, saffron and cardamom powder to the halwa mixture. Immerse your senses in the rich taste of this extraordinary apricot halwa.

Pistachio Pudding: Delight your taste buds with the richness of Pistachio Pudding, a thick and creamy dessert accented by the addition of dates and pistachios. Experience the exquisite blend of flavors by heating milk, adding fresh dates and pistachios and serving this delicious dish chilled.

Khajoor Barfi: Enjoy the goodness of Khajoor Barfi, a healthy treat that combines the richness of low-fat milk with the natural sweetness of fresh dates. Boil the milk until reduced by half, then blend it with date paste, peanuts and crushed almonds. As the mixture thickens into a delicious dough, shape it into a greased plate, cut into squares and refrigerate for delicious and nutritious enjoyment.

Poha Chivda: Poha Chivda is a delicious snack made from flattened rice, blending the essence of two favorite dishes – Poha and Chivda – that have long been a culinary favorite in the western regions of India. The star ingredient of this delicious dish is flat rice, which gives it a unique and delightful character.

Ragi Balls: Ragi balls made from ragi flour are a natural superfood. Ideal for those following a diet plan, its popularity, especially among diabetics, is due to its physical composition. Packed with energy, ragi balls provide a feeling of fullness in just 20 minutes of consumption. This low-calorie snack meets the dietary needs of diabetics and discerning eaters alike.