We can all agree that eating mithai is one of our favorite things to do as Indians. Whether it’s something as simple as a birthday, a new job or a wedding, we always bring a box of mithai to our house for any celebration. Ladoo is one of the most favorite Indian sweets among all mithais for most of us. Sometimes it can be difficult to maintain a balanced diet during the wedding and festive season. However, with the right preparation, you can enjoy the holidays with family and friends while making good decisions. You just need to know what are the best alternatives to sweet laddoos.
We have come up with some healthy ladoo recipe ideas that you can easily whip up in your kitchen in no time.
Here are 5 healthy sugar-free ladoo options that you can eat guilt-free:
1. Ragi Ladu
Ragi laddoos are delicious yet healthy to eat. It is a nutrient-rich dessert that can be eaten daily without any harm. All you need is ragi flour, jaggery to add sweetness instead of sugar, and nuts of your choice to add health benefits.
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Low sugar ragi ladoos are a good alternative to sugary ladoos
2. Flaxseed and seaweed
This ladoo is a great mix of protein and nutrients. Flax seeds are rich in protein, and sesame seeds are an excellent source of zinc, which helps boost immunity. Jagri not only adds sweetness to lodu but is also an excellent source of iron and folic acid.
3. Dates and Nuts Ladoo
You can also call it Dates Nuts Balls. A healthy and protein-rich energy ball made from sugar-free, sweet dates and nuts. This is one of the easiest laudoos that you can make in minutes and can be a perfect dinner party.
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Delicious and rich date ladoos give a perfect flavor to your dinner
4. Oats and Mixed Nuts Ladoo
If you’re craving something sweet, you might be satisfied with Oats and Mixed Nut Ladoos. These tasty treats provide a nutritional boost thanks to their ingredients. All you have to do is add dry roasted sesame seeds, jaggery and oats together and then mix in the oil. Once the mixture is ready, shape it into the desired shape and voila! Your delicious food is ready to be tasted.
5. Gond Ladu
The saying “old is gold” also applies to Gond lado. This traditional dish can be turned into delicious and nutritious meals with a little twist. To make them at home you will need gond (edible gum), jaggery, whole wheat flour, dry fruits and ghee.
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Traditional Gond ladoos are nutritious food.
Which lodu do you find to be the healthiest? Let us know in the comment section.
