Low Fat Spicy Chevda Snack Mix

Crunchy, flavorful, and guilt-free, this **Low Fat Spicy Chevda Snack Mix** is the perfect savory treat for health-conscious snackers. Made with crispy baked rice flakes and puffed rice, it’s infused with bold Indian spices like turmeric, red chili powder, and asafoetida, complemented by the earthy goodness of curry leaves and roasted peanuts. A delicate balance of heat and optional mild sweetness from jaggery takes this snack to the next level, all while using just 2 teaspoons of oil. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this low-fat homemade chevda is not just healthy but irresistibly crunchy. Perfect for tea-time munching, party appetizers, or on-the-go snacking, this vibrant mix stays fresh for up to two weeks when stored in an airtight container.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice flakes (poha, thin variety)
• 1 cup Puffed rice (murmura)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted roasted peanuts
• 0.5 cup Roasted chana dal
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 2 pieces Dry red chilies, broken into pieces
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon or to taste Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Powdered jaggery (optional, for mild sweetness)
• 2 teaspoons Oil (preferably neutral oil like sunflower or rice bran oil)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the rice flakes (poha) and puffed rice on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 5-7 minutes or until crisp. Keep a close eye to prevent burning and set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and stir in asafoetida, dry red chilies, curry leaves, turmeric powder, and roasted peanuts. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the peanuts are lightly fried and aromatic.

Step 4

Add the roasted chana dal to the skillet and sauté for another minute.

Step 5

Now gently add the baked rice flakes and puffed rice into the skillet. Mix carefully to coat the flakes with the spice mixture without breaking them.

Step 6

Sprinkle red chili powder, salt, and powdered jaggery (if using). Mix well until evenly combined, taking care not to crush the ingredients.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool completely before serving or storing. Cooling ensures the snack mix becomes crisp and crunchy.

Step 8

Store the spicy chevda snack mix in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks, maintaining its freshness and crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(456.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1654.2

Total Fat 43.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1216.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.3g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 165.7mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 1199.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.5%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 66.1%