Weight Loss Diet: 5 Snacks to Satisfy Your Midnight Cravings

Late night snacks might not be a good idea if you’re trying to lose weight, but when a hunger strike strikes, there’s no turning back. At this point, you tend to grab whatever is available in your kitchen pantry. E.g, instant noodles, chips, biscuits and other food items. On the other hand, eating these late-night snacks can be very bad for your health, especially if you’re trying to lose weight. We understand how difficult it can be to control late night appetites. But guess what? You can also make some healthy snacks with a few basic ingredients in your kitchen pantry. And they don’t have to be boring snacks; you can whip up an array of delicious and healthy meals in minutes. So if you’re still wondering what to eat to quench that midnight craving, here are some low-calorie snacks you must try.

Here are 5 low-calorie snacks to satisfy your midnight cravings:

1. Makhana Bhel

Let’s start this list with our favorite recipes. Made with ingredients like potatoes, peanuts, fox nuts, and green chillies and spices like black pepper and jira powder, this bhel recipe is a must-try. Quick, easy and calcium-rich bhel is ready in no time. Click here for Makhana Bhel recipe.

2. Jamuri

Jhalmuri is a popular Kolkata street food made with spices and popcorn. Tossed with onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, peanuts, and green chilies, this street-style recipe is delicious. Click here for jhalmuri recipe.

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3. White Dry Potato Chips

Who doesn’t love crispy fries? This is quite possibly our go-to snack for afternoon tea snacks. These eggplant slices are super easy to make and will keep you fuller more than any other snack. Eggplant is also rich in antioxidants that may reduce the risk of heart disease. Click here for the White Dry Chips recipe.

4. Roasted Peas (Matar) Chaat

Last but not least, we have a low-calorie, high-protein recipe that’s the perfect balance of flavor and health. Wondering what it is? We’re talking roasted green bean chaat. This healthy chaat is rich in protein because it’s made with green beans (matar) as its main ingredient. Click here for the matar chaat recipe.

5. Low-Calorie Microwave Dhokla

Dhokla is the most popular Gujarati snack not only in India but also in other countries. Just have the batter ready and this quick and healthy low-calorie microwaveable Dhokla is on your way. Click here for Dhokla recipe.