We all know that street foods are unhealthy but there are times when we want to have fun with our friends or family members. When we say street food, the first thing that comes to our mind is fried tikki, samosa, bread pakoda and other fried snacks. While these things are incredibly irresistible, they can hinder your weight loss goal in a minute. So, here I am sharing 10 yummy street food options that you can enjoy even on a weight loss diet.
1. Jhal murhi – Very light evening snack that can be enjoyed with tea. Murmura which is also known as puffed rice is rich in vitamin B6 which is important for normal brain development and healthy immune system.
2. Shakarkandi chaat – One of the healthiest street food that you can ever have. Sweet potato or shakarkandi is one of the richest source of Beta carotene which is a strong antioxidant, that protects your liver from damage. They are also rich in fiber that helps in weight loss and managing blood sugar and blood cholesterol.
5. Dhokla – Dhokla is prepared with besan and curd. Both these ingredients are rich in protein. Dhokla is easy to digest and can be enjoyed with green chutney. This makes it another good option when you want to eat outside.
7. Chholey Kulchey –If you have forgotten to take your lunch then you can have Chhole Kulche. They are easily available outside your offices or working area. Chholey is rich in protein and fiber which helps to keep you full for a long time.
8. Channa Masala – Chickpeas are nutrient dense food. They are rich in plant protein that helps to manage your weight and blood sugar.
10. Momos – Just like noodles momos are also non-fried chinese food but a better choice than noodles. This is because they contain more veggies than noodles which is very good for weight loss. Just avoid overeating.
One thing to note here is that street food is never healthy because they are not hygienic. So, it should only be taken once in fortnight. If you have any health problem always speak to your dietician before having these food items. You can even prepare these street foods at home with few modificaions to make it healthy.
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