Low Fat Classic Carrot Halwa
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of **Low Fat Classic Carrot Halwa**, a healthier take on the beloved Indian dessert. Made with finely grated carrots simmered in creamy skim milk, this recipe reduces the richness while retaining its signature velvety texture. A touch of ghee enhances the aroma, while aromatic cardamom powder infuses warmth and depth. Sweetened with just the right amount of sugar, the halwa is garnished with roasted almonds, cashews, and plump raisins for added crunch and bursts of flavor. Perfect for festive celebrations or a guilt-free treat, this low-fat dessert is a delightful balance of tradition and wellness. Ready in just over an hour, it’s best served warm or chilled as a satisfying end to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots, grated
- 500 milliliters skim milk
- 100 grams sugar
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 2 tablespoons almonds, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cashew nuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons raisins
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots before grating them finely.
Heat the ghee in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add the grated carrots to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the raw smell disappears and they begin to soften.
Pour in the skim milk, stirring to combine with the carrots.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer while stirring occasionally.
Cook until the milk is mostly evaporated and the carrots are tender, which should take about 30-35 minutes.
Add the sugar and cardamom powder to the pan, stirring well to incorporate fully.
Continue to cook the mixture on low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a halwa consistency, approximately 15-20 minutes.
In a separate small pan, lightly roast the chopped almonds, cashew nuts, and raisins until the nuts turn golden, and the raisins plump up.
Fold the roasted nuts and raisins into the halwa, mixing well to evenly distribute them.
Serve warm or chilled, garnished with additional nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 568 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 918 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2910 mg | 62% | |
*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.
