Healthy Masala Makhana Recipe For A Quick Evening Snack

By Yashika Goel
19 May 2025, 17:00 IST

If you are looking for a high-protein makhana snack to regulate your hunger cravings, check out high high-protein masala makhana recipe for a quick snack

Ingredients

Two cups of makhana, half a cup of peanuts, one tablespoon of olive oil or ghee, half a teaspoon of turmeric powder, half a teaspoon of coriander powder, half a teaspoon of cumin powder, a pinch of black pepper, one tablespoon of lemon juice, one teaspoon of salt, one teaspoon of chilli powder, and two teaspoons of chaat masala.

roast makhana

Dry roast makhanas and peanuts in a pan on a low heat. Toss them until they are golden and crunchy.

Mix spices

Now, add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper, black salt, salt, oregano and chaat masala.

Coat the spices

Evenly coat the spices to the makhana and roast it again for 20-3 minutes. Do the until it is aromatic.

Garnish

Add roasted makhanas and roasted peanuts to all the ingredients. Combine them well, and garnish with coriander leaves.

Serve

Transfer all this into a bowl and add the lemon juice for a tangy flavour. You can also add namkeen or sev for added crunchiness.

Information credits

This information is taken from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Makhana is a high-protein snack that provides fibre and essential nutrients.