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Evening tea adds its own charm to the entire day. It is that small required break in a busy day, and that allows you some personal time. But often, this tea break brings with it an urge to pair a snack with it, like fried namkeen, biscuits, or even sandwiches. But pairing these snacks often leaves you feeling too stuffed, a little guilty, or uninterested or skipping dinner after. The trick here is not to skip the snack. but to pick smarter options.
These light tea-time snacks can really change how you snack in your evenings. They manage sudden hunger, keep you light, and give you just enough fuel without making you stuffed. They are crunchy, fresh, warm, or lightly creamy, but not very oily or heavy. These easy snacks can be prepared quickly, need very little effort, and taste delightful without any additional effort.
Roasted Makhana
Roasted makhana is one of those snacks that is very addictive but is very light. To make, simply heat a teaspoon of ghee, toss a spoonful of makhana in a little ghee and roast until it turns crisp. Sprinkle some salt and freshly crushed black pepper on this and toss to mix it. They are light and crunchy, almost like popcorn, but are lighter on the stomach. When paired over a cup of tea, they add a warm, nutty bite without making you feel too heavy. Roasted makhana satisfies the need to munch, particularly during evenings, but will also not make you feel full to enjoy dinner later.
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Cucumber And Peanut Chaat
When you want something light and fresh, simply chop some cucumbers into small cubes and mix them with roasted peanuts, lemon juice, salt, and a pinch of chaat masala. The cucumber keeps the chaat juicy, whereas peanuts will add just enough crunch and required protein. It tastes tangy, lightly spicy, and every spoonful feels refreshing over a cup of tea. Unlike other fried snacks, this one does not feel heavy on your stomach. It feels like a quick fix for sudden hunger pangs, which is easy to make and does not require any cooking.
Toasted Multigrain Bread With Hung Curd Spread
Lightly toast a slice of multigrain bread until it turns crisp. Spread thick, hung curd with salt, pepper, and chopped herbs on the top. You can add thin cucumber or tomato slices to this for some extra added freshness. It tastes creamy, is light, having the crunch of toast that perfectly balances the smooth curd. This snack feels satisfying, almost like a quick version of a sandwich, but does not overfill you. It pairs perfectly over a cup of chai, giving you a snack that is savoury and satisfying, both at the same time, without the heaviness.
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Steamed Corn
Toss the boiled sweet corn with lemon juice, salt, and a little red chilli powder to make a pleasant evening snack. The natural sweetness of corn contrasts pleasingly with a cup of masala tea. It is warm and a little tangy in taste without feeling greasy. As it is boiled or boiled, it feels light on the stomach. It fills you just enough until dinner, particularly on days when you want to have something comforting but not fried.
Apple Slices With Peanut Butter
This is the easiest and lightest breakfast option you can think of. Simply slice a fresh apple and drizzle a little peanut butter on the top. The crispiness of the fruit feels refreshing, whereas topping it with peanut butter adds a creamy richness to it. The sweet-salty combo tastes amazing with tea. It is simple, needs no cooking, and is a balanced snack to have in the evening. This snack is perfect for days when you want something easy to make but also mindful.
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