By Garima Johar
March 18, 2026
Starting on the 19th of March, Chaitra Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Durga. For the nine-day festival, devotees often observe a fast. And if you’re preparing a vrat vali thali, try these fast-friendly dishes.
Instead of making wheat poori, while on a fast, you can make kuttu poori and enjoy it with a aloo sabzi.
If you’re looking for a sumptuous meal, you can make pulao with samak rice and pair it with raita.
The ulterior motive of a fast is detoxifying the body. So, ensure that you’re getting enough fruits.
Since Chaitra Navratri falls in summer, having lassi on your thali is a must to keep yourself hydrated.
Since people who are fasting avoid rice, you can make a savoury bowl of sabudana kheer.