By Garima Johar
August 25, 2026
When the clock strikes four, the afternoon slump hits real, and all want to do is have a cup of chai and munch. To help you stay on track with your diet, here are some protein-rich snacks made with urad dal.
For a healthy snack, make some idlis with urad dal batter and roast them with a blend of spices.
Made with soaked urad dal, medu vada is a classic South Indian snack with a crisp exterior and soft interior.
Appe, which is usually made with rice, can also be given a healthier twist with urad dal.
Murukku is a classic tea-time snack that is crispy, spiral-shaped and made from urad dal and rice flour.
With a batter made with urad dal, chana dal, and a blend of spices, you can make masala vada.