Maharashtra is a state in western India with a rich culinary heritage, not to mention it’s the land of sev puri, bhel puri, dahi puri, pani puri, and vada pav – a bunch of popular street food, which the entire world has lapped for their rich flavour and taste. Maharashtrian food isn’t all about vada pav, chaat or chaat. The state also has a wide variety of tasty, nutritious, and delicious dishes that are suitable for weight loss. We have listed 5 Maharashtrian favorites that you can enjoy as snacks.
1. Poha: Also, called as kanda poha, it’s a nutritious, filling, easy-to-digest breakfast and snack option that’s made from flattened rice, potatoes, onions, peanuts, etc. It takes only a few moments and you only need the basic ingredients. The amount of cooking oil and the ingredients used can affect how many calories are in 100gms of poha. Also read: “Is Poha Good For Weight Loss?”
2. Misal Pav: Misal Pav, a spicy and rich breakfast and snack, is made from sprouted legumes, onions, tomatoes, and a handful of spices. It’s usually served with pav (we prefer 100% whole wheat or bread sourdough). There are up to 281…
