Festivals always involve a variety of sweets and savouries, especially Diwali, the festival of lights, is incomplete without them. If you happen to follow the infamous keto diet, you may struggle with finding the right kind of food for festivals like Diwali. Although we may have a large appetite during Diwali, it is always wiser to look for a healthier option like keto-based foodstuffs to ensure that we make health a priority alongside fun. If you’re looking for mouth-watering and enticing food that is also healthy and keto-friendly, this article is for you.
1.Keto Sugar-Free Kalakand
Kalakand is a beloved Indian sweet made from solidified milk, sugar, ghee and a touch of an acidic agent all combined to bring a sweet flavour in your tongue. It is sweet, creamy, moist and granular, making it perfect for festive occasions like Diwali. A delightful and healthy treat to enjoy with your family.
2.Keto Zucchini Halwa
Halwa being a simple and popular traditional dish in India is perfect for any occasion as it is delicious and consumes significantly less of your time. Halwa is made more healthy and keto diet friendly by using Zucchini. The main ingredients are Zucchini, coconut milk cardamom, a bit of nutmeg, and almond pieces. It is dairy-free, vegan-friendly and has a mouth-watering flavour, making it perfect for a quick serve.
3.Keto Indian Malai Peda
Sweets are unavoidable during festive occasions like Diwali. They always make any occasion special and sweet with their taste. Malai Peda, a commonly made Indian sweet is for sure something that most fancy, and the good news is, it can be made keto-friendly too. The main ingredients used for this keto-friendly dish are khoa, sugar, and, some traditional flavouring which includes cardamom seeds, pistachio nuts, and, saffron making it a perfect low-carb sweet for Diwali.
4.Keto Ladoo
If you’re a Ladoo lover and are craving for Ladoos during Diwali but facing restrictions as a result of your keto diet, then Keto Ladoo is the perfect sweet for you. The main ingredients of this delicious Ladoo are flax seeds, almonds, ghee, gram flour, cardamom powder, and a sweetener of your choice. This is an exceptional sweet if you want your Diwali to be healthy and if you want to send your family and friends some sweets that are unique and creative.
5.Keto Sandesh
Sandesh is a popular yellow sweet from West Bengal that is very rich in its taste. The main ingredients that are required to make this are fresh cottage cheese, paneer, lemon juice, cardamom powder, yoghurt and a sweetener of your choice for taste. If you’re specifically looking for low-carb sweets, then this is perfect for you and your family and friends.
6.Sugar-Free Kaju Katli
Nothing can beat the classic soft and sweet Kaju Katli. If your favourite sweet is Kaju Katli but you’re looking for a sugar-free vegan version that doesn’t contain dairy products then this is the best option for you. The main ingredients are cashews, corn starch, sugar-free sweetener and, cashew or almond milk. With this recipe you can now continue enjoying your favourite Kaju Katli without worrying about any hindrance to your diet.
7.Keto Kulfi
The way a cool kulfi melts in your mouth while engulfing you inside its milky taste is enlightening. Keto Kulfi is a perfect healthy alternative for ice cream, and they are also denser and creamier than your regular ice creams. One of the main perks of making this at home is the fact that it’s totally easy to make. A fun dish for children and adults alike.
8.Keto Kheer
Kheer is a rice pudding and maybe not suitable with the keto diet since rice and sugar are filled with carbs but you can still make a keto-friendly kheer by replacing the sugar with monk fruit sweetener and replace rice with chia seeds. The other main ingredients are heavy whipping cream, almond milk, cardamom powder and almonds. With recipe you can now enjoy a keto-friendly kheer with your friends and family.
9.Almond Barfi
Barfi is an amazing snack not just for Diwali but for any occasion and almond barfi is such a tasty treat to have. It can be made more keto-friendly by making it by using ingredients such as almond milk, almond flour, ghee, cardamom powder, stevia (sugar substitute) and roasted almonds. An appetizing snack to have during Diwali.
10.Shrikhand
Shrikhand is a classic Indian dessert that is made from strained yoghurt. It melts so flavourful in your mouth and is popular in Gujarat and Maharashtra. The main ingredients required to make this dessert are full fat curd, coconut milk, saffron strands, sweetener of your choice and cardamom powder. It is time-consuming to make but worth it for its taste.
11.Keto Gulab Jamun
If you are a Gulab Jamun lover just like me but you find yourself unable to fulfil your cravings as a result of your keto diet, then this recipe is for you. You can effortlessly make Keto Gulab Jamun using baking powder, blanched almond flour, and ricotta cheese. This recipe is sugar-free and curates your favourite sweet into something that is also healthy.
12.Keto Energy Balls
Keto Energy Balls are perfect munch for Diwali and completely healthy and it is also no-bake. If you need snacks to fill your short hunger, then these are the best options. The main ingredients required are raw cashews and almonds, medjool dates and cocoa powder. You can also store them in your refrigerator for about 2 weeks. A perfect snack that balances taste and health.
13.Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies
Who doesn’t like the good old chocolate chip cookies? If you’re craving for some chocolate chip cookies this Diwali but you want it keto-friendly, then this recipe got you covered. The main ingredients to achieve these keto-friendly cookies are almond flour, sweetener of your choice, eggs, and sugar-free chocolate chip cookies. This is especially perfect for children who love chocolate chip cookies.
14.Baingan Ka Bharta
If you’re tired of eating too many sweets during Diwali and are looking for a simple dish that adds some spice to your Diwali. You can never go wrong with the classic Baingan ka Bharta. Complimenting the name, it is made using eggplants as the main ingredient and includes other ingredients like cumin seeds, white onions, cilantro and much more. Although it is a simple dish, it can also be an excellent option to go for during Diwali.
15.Keto Rasmalai
Rasmalai is a sweet sauce that translates as cream juice, and it is an excellent option for Diwali. Combining whole milk, almond milk, stevia, saffron and powdered cardamom, you get a taste that feels so wholesome in your mouth. The keto version of Rasmalai is not just healthier but also tastier.
16.Indian Keto Chocolate Bars
If you’re a chocolate lover and you don’t want to miss out on eating chocolates this Diwali, then the India keto chocolate bars. It is a very simple recipe that uses ghee, coconut milk, shredded coconut and chocolate making it yummy and healthy for chocolate lovers.
17.Keto Rosogulla
Keto Rasgulla is a delightful surprise for people who follow the Keto diet. It is usually made with fresh paneer or Indian cottage cheese. The ketogenic version of this allows you not just to get indulged with the mesmerizing taste of Rasgulla but also serves as a healthier option.
18.Keto Mysore Pak
Did you know that Mysore Pak is considered one of India’s sweetest desserts? You cannot miss out on that due to your keto-diet but worry not because there are so many keto-based versions of this recipe. It is made with chickpeas, ghee, and a sweetener of your choice. You can enjoy the pleasure of cooking this at home or get it from a shop that’s keto-friendly.
19.Indian Keto Coconut Bars
Coconut Bars are soft and sweet with their rich coconut flavour almost perfect for any occasion. They are very easy to make and use very few ingredients like ghee, coconut milk and shredded coconut. These delicious bars are ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth while following your keto diet.
20.Keto Samosa
What can go wrong with a classic samosa? Everyone loves samosa and if you’re on your keto diet, you don’t need to worry about breaking your diet to eat some savoury samosa. There’s a keto-friendly version of it made with ingredients such as almond flour, cauliflower, onions, cumin powder, butter, chilli flakes, garam masala and ginger, perfect for people who follow keto diet.
