Easy and Simple Snack Ideas: The festival of colors, Holi, isn't just about gulal (coloured powder) and strong colors; delicious dishes also add to the sweetness of the festival. Consequently, every household prepares gujiyas, namkeen, sweets, and a variety of snacks, which are enjoyed with family and guests.

However, during the days surrounding Holi, there's so much work that women often struggle to decide what to prepare. So, if you're looking to prepare some easy and tasty snacks in advance, along with traditional dishes this Holi 2026, here are their recipes. Here are five simple recipes you can prepare with a few ingredients and in less time.

1. Namak Para
Namak Para is a classic Holi snack, crunchy and lightly salty. To make it, take flour, add a little salt, and carom seeds. Add ghee and knead a stiff dough. Roll out the dough and cut it into small squares. Heat ghee in a pan and fry the namkeen over low heat until golden. Store in an airtight container after cooling completely.

2. Mathri
Mathri is also a crispy snack popular during Holi. Add a little salt and hot ghee to the flour and knead it into a stiff dough. Roll into small balls or long, thin rolls and fry them in hot oil over low heat. Store the mathri after it cools completely so it stays crisp for 2–3 weeks.

3. Namkeen Sev
To make namkeen sev, prepare a thick dough by adding a little salt, turmeric, and carom seeds to the gram flour. Roll it into thin strips using a sev maker or by hand and fry in oil until golden. Once completely cooled, store in an airtight jar. This crispy snack stays fresh for several days.

4. Salted Cashews

To make salted cashews, lightly roast the cashews. Then, add a little oil and season with salt, turmeric, and red chili powder. Fry on low heat until the spices are well incorporated. Once cooled, store in an airtight container. This snack is perfect for Holi parties or serving with tea.

5. Shakkarpara

Shakarpara is a combination of both sweets and snacks. Add ghee to the flour and knead into a stiff dough. Roll out the dough and cut it into small pieces. Make a sugar and water syrup in a pan, add the cut pieces and lightly fry them. Then, fry them in hot oil until golden brown. Once completely cooled, store them in an airtight container.

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