Shravan, the sacred month of fasting and worship, asks many to keep away from meat, onion, garlic, and even eggs. But that doesn’t mean you have to do without your daily intake of protein. Whether fasting, vegetarian, or simply wanting to eat cleaner, these high-protein Indian foods are both Shravan-approved and yummy!
1. Moong Dal (Split Green Gram)
Protein: 24g per 100g (raw)
Indian kitchens can’t do without this easily digestible, complete protein-rich dal when accompanied by rice or roti. Have it as a plain dal, chilla, or even a salad of moong sprouts.
Tip: Soak overnight and sprout for even better nutrient absorption.
2. Paneer
Protein: 18g per 100g
Homemade or bought from the store, paneer is a vegetarian’s go-to for protein. Paneer tikka to shahi paneer, it just slots into Shravan food. Just skip onion and garlic ones to keep in line with the vrat guidelines.
Use non-animal rennet-based milk if you are strictly avoiding animal enzymes.
3. Sabudana with Peanuts (Tapioca Pearl Khichdi)
Protein: 5g per serving (with peanuts)
Although sabudana by itself is not very protein-rich, combined with roasted peanuts, it makes a better balanced vrat food. Top with cumin, green chili, and rock salt for taste.
Perfect for fasting days—light, satisfying, and invigorating.
4. Blue Tribe Foods Soya Chaap
Protein: 15g per 100g
Missing the meat texture but don’t want to go off vegetarian during Shravan? Blue Tribe Foods’ Soya Chaap is a savior. Rich in protein and composed of soy and wheat protein, it’s 100% veg and onion-garlic-free. Grill it, pan-fry it, or marinate in curd and spices for a heavenly chaap tikka experience.
5. Blue Tribe Foods Plant-Based Nuggets
Protein: 14g per 100g
Wrapping it up with a snack that tastes sinful but is within the laws: Blue Tribe’s eggless, meatless, and guilt-free nuggets! These are perfect as an evening snack or vrat-friendly munching when you are in a hurry. They’re a hit with kids and get all crispy in the air fryer.
Conclusion
Munching clean and remaining protein-laden throughout Shravan does not require you to sacrifice taste or variety. With classic ingredients and contemporary plant-based developments such as Blue Tribe Foods, your vrat diet can be filling, responsible, and healthy.
