All posts filed under: Fasting

Quinoa Bowl

Published by Nidhi Bothra

This simple quinoa bowl with potatoes, peanuts, cranberries, pomegranates is a fun way to enjoy a healthy meal this Navaratri! With green chilies and curry leaves for some heat, this lunch is both comforting and pairs perfectly with some cucumber raita and mint-cilantro chutney! If you like this, please try my other fasting recipes: Coconut Sabudana Bowl Rajgira Badam Sukhdi – Amaranth Almond Fudge Sweet Potato Tikki With Guava Mint Chutney WATCH HOW TO MAKE QUINOA BOWL: This simple quinoa bowl with potatoes, peanuts, cranberries, pomegranates is a fun way to enjoy a healthy meal! With green chilies and curry leaves for some heat, this lunch is both comforting and pairs perfectly with some cucumber raita and mint-cilantro chutney! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share …

Sweet Potato Peanut Stir Fry

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Sweet Potato Peanut Stir Fry — with bright flavors and coming together in just 15 minutes, this is the easiest Navaratri recipe to spice up your lunches! The sweetness from the sweet potato paired with all the spices is just the simple afternoon meal you’re craving! If you like this, please try my other fasting recipes: Kachumber Salad Orange Kheer Sweet Potato Tikki With Guava Mint Chutney Sweet Potato Peanut Stir Fry — with bright flavors and coming together in just 15 minutes, this is the easiest Navaratri recipe to spice up your lunches! The sweetness from the sweet potato paired with all the spices is just the simple afternoon meal you’re craving! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share your creation with me!

Kachumber Salad

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Kachumber Salad — a refreshing, colorful salad with crunchy veggies, peanuts, coconut, and lime that is quick to assemble and perfect for fasting! Toss it together for a light, filling lunch and enjoy the tangy flavors!

Quick Atta Badam Halwa | Wheat Almond Halwa

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Atta Badam Halwa — a classic Indian dessert made quick with almond flour, this halwa comes together in just 15 minutes! With familiar hints of cardamom and saffron, there’s no doubt it’ll be a hit!

Badam Roti Churma

Published by Nidhi Bothra

We always celebrate the beginning of Navaratri with this Badam Roti Churma! It has a lovely nutty taste and texture from the almond flour and a floral aroma from the saffron and rose. Coming together super easily, it’s perfect to offer to the Goddess during the morning pooja!

Orange Kheer

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Orange Kheer – a fruity twist on the classic rich and velvety pudding with oranges and chenna (crumbled paneer). Flavored with cardamon and saffron, this royal dessert is perfect for the festive season!

Coconut Sabudana Bowl

Published by Nidhi Bothra

Coconut Sabudana bowl with lightly seasoned roasted potatoes, cilantro mint raita and a side of fresh fruits is a perfect combination to try this Navaratri. This nutritious meal is a popular fasting choice when you don’t want to eat grains like rice and flour.