Homemade HIGH PROTEIN SNACK for WEIGHT LOSS
Homemade HIGH PROTEIN SNACK for WEIGHT LOSS is a medium Indian recipe that serves 4. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Amrita Raichand on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 27 min | Total: 57 min
Cost: $21.45 total, $5.36 per serving
Ingredients
- 200 g Paneer (firm, grated)
- 50 g Almonds (raw, whole)
- 50 g Cashews (raw, whole)
- 30 g Pumpkin Seeds (raw, shelled)
- 30 g Sunflower Seeds (raw)
- 30 g Coconut Thin Slices (unsweetened, dried)
- 2 Tbsp Ghee (clarified butter)
- 1/8 tsp Hing (Asafoetida) (powdered)
- 1/2 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt (fine grain)
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Powder (freshly ground)
- 1/2 tsp Red Chili Powder (adjust to heat preference)
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Kasuri Methi (Dried Fenugreek Leaves) (crushed)
- 50 g Soy Granules (boiled then dehydrated)
- 30 g Flax Seeds (dry roasted)
- 30 g Sesame Seeds (dry roasted)
- 40 g Peanuts (raw, unsalted)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Set the oven to 180°C (350°F) and let it preheat while you prepare the ingredients.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: 180°C
Grate Paneer
Using a grater, grate the paneer into fine shreds and spread them evenly on a parchment‑lined baking tray.
Time: PT5M
Dehydrate Paneer
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 10‑12 minutes until the paneer is dry and lightly golden.
Time: PT12M
Temperature: 180°C
Toast Almonds & Cashews
Spread almonds and cashews on a separate tray and toast in the oven for 4‑5 minutes, shaking halfway.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: 180°C
Toast Pumpkin & Sunflower Seeds
Place pumpkin and sunflower seeds on a small tray and toast for 3‑4 minutes until fragrant.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: 180°C
Toast Coconut Slices
Arrange coconut slices on a tray and toast for 3‑4 minutes until lightly golden.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: 180°C
Prepare Soy Granules
Boil soy granules in lightly salted water for 2 minutes, drain, spread on a tray and dehydrate in the oven for 5 minutes.
Time: PT7M
Temperature: 180°C
Dry‑Roast Flax, Sesame & Peanuts
In a dry skillet over low flame, roast flax seeds, sesame seeds, and peanuts each for 3‑4 minutes until they pop and release aroma.
Time: PT12M
Combine in Ghee
Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium heat, add hing and let sizzle for 10 seconds, then add all toasted nuts, seeds, paneer, soy granules and toss for 2 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Season the Mix
Sprinkle pink Himalayan salt, black pepper, red chili powder, garlic powder, turmeric, and crushed kasuri methi. Toss continuously for another 2 minutes so spices coat everything evenly.
Time: PT2M
Cool and Store
Transfer the hot mixture onto a plate, spread thinly and allow to cool completely (about 10 minutes). Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
Time: PT10M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbohydrates
- 15 g
- Fat
- 18 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, High protein, Gluten‑free, Low sugar
Allergens: Dairy (paneer), Tree nuts (almonds, cashews), Peanuts, Soy, Sesame
Last updated: March 25, 2026








